When you hire me you get MY services, guidance and counsel, not some associate. I will defend you.I defend any and all criminal charges in Collin, Dallas and Tarrant Counties. Felonies and misds.When you hire me you get MY services, guidance and counsel, not some associate. I will defend you.When you hire me you get MY services, guidance and counsel, not some associate. I will defend you.
I have been a judge, prosecutor and defense attorney for over 25 years. I have tried over 200 jury trials and handled over 2,000 criminal cases. I have a winning rapport with juries and judges alike.
I love the field I am in. To me, criminal law is about 2 things: people and facts. I enjoy unraveling both and getting to the who and why of a particular offense. Then my job is to persuade the prosecuting attorney to adopt my vision of the case.
When this is not feasible, a trial is often the last recourse. While trials are emotionally taxing on the client, the system often corrects errors in arrests and overly aggressive plea offers, bringing equity to the client.
It is an honor and a privilege to practice criminal law.
Practice areas
Handle mostly felonies in Tarrant, Collin and Dallas Counties. Plea bargains, dismissals and jury trials. Also handle Class A & B Misdemeanors. Will travel state wide but fees are higher. Handled cases in Raines County, Lubbock, HIll County, Bexar County and Travis County.
27 years, 1,000 cases
Juvenile cases in Collin County. Specializing in assaults, sexual cases and mental health clients.
I handle many sex crimes, both adult and child. This is an area where an attorney with specialized knowledge and experience is crucial. Sadly you are guilty until proven innocent in this area.
22 years
Languages spoken
Spanish
Law Office of Katheryn H. Haywood (UPS STORE LOCATION FOR MAIL ONLY)
9720 Coit Road.
Suite. 220-255
Plano, TX, 75025
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1995 | 02/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2021 |
Super Lawyer and Women Making Difference in Law | Super Lawyer Texas (DFW) | 2019 |
Who I would hire for Child Sex Case | Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney's Association | 2018 |
Who I would hire for Mental Health Client | Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney's Association | 2018 |
Dallas Top Ten - Criminal Defense | Top Ten Dallas | 2018 |
BEST DEFENSE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL | 2017 BEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYERS IN DALLAS (AS VOTED ON BY THEIR PEERS) | 2017 |
BEST DEFENSE SEX CRIMES | 2017 BEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYERS IN DALLAS (AS VOTED ON BY THEIR PEERS) | 2017 |
BEST DEFENSE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL | 2016 BEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYERS IN DALLAS (AS VOTED ON BY THEIR PEERS) | 2016 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Scholarship to Attend Seminar | National Institute of Trial Advocacy | 1998 |
2nd Best Speaker | Strasberger and Price Moot Court Competition | 1994 |
Best Speaker | Strasberger and Price Moot Court Competition | 1993 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Assistant District Attorney | Dallas County District Attorney's Office | 1998 - 1999 |
Assistant City Attorney | Dallas City Attorney's Office | 1995 - 1998 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Criminal Justice Section Board Member | 2016 - Present |
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | member | 2002 - Present |
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2000 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Baylor University School of Law | 1995 | |
Texas A&M University | University Honors Degree | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Fiesta 2020 Advanced Criminal Defense | Picking Winning Family Violence Jury | 2020 |
SMU Dedman School of Law | Picking a Child Sex Jury | 2020 |
Family Violence, Telling a Story | Picking a Winning Family Violence Jury | 2020 |
Advanced Criminal Law | Voir Dire in Child Abuse Cases in Dallas Courtrooms | 2019 |
Tarrant County Court Coordinators Annual CLE | Mental Health and the Criminal Courts | 2018 |
State Bar of Texas Advanced Criminal Law 2017 | Cross Examination Techniques | 2017 |
CLE: ANATOMY OF A CASE | VOIR DIRE IN CRIMINAL CASES (JURY SELECTION) | 2017 |
Defending Those Accused of Sexual Offenses | Cross Examination of a Child Witness | 2016 |
Program on Child Injury and Assault | Cross Examination of a Child Witness | 2016 |
Sexual Assault of a Child | Cross Examination of Child Victim | 2015 |
Radio Interview | Radio Interview - Criminal Questions | 2015 |
Collin County Defense Bar Association | Cross Examination | 2014 |
Texas Bar Summer School | DWI Community Caretaking | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Agg sexual assault child under 14 | Dismissed |
Continuous aggravated sexual assault child | Probation on lesser charge |
Injury to a Child | NO BILLED |
Sexual Assault Child Dropped | Case Dropped |
Organized Crime Case NO BILLED | All cases dropped |
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Shellie Stephens, Unknown Attorney on Sep 11, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Katheryn handles the toughest of the toughest cases and her advocacy on behalf of her clients is stellar. Always stellar. She is the definition of "Good Trouble" when it comes to criminal defense. She's a dynamo in the courtroom and out — indefatigable and kind-hearted as all get out — but her true strengths are that she is wise and personable. No other attorney ever knows the facts of her clients' cases better than she does or will present it better to a jury. You simply could not go wrong with Ms. Haywood as your defender.
Joshua Andor, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2021
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn is an amazing attorney. She approaches her client's cases with understanding and empathy. An amazing mix of insight and absolute tenacity in the courtroom. I highly endorse Katheryn!
Shellie Stephens, Unknown Attorney on Sep 11, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Katheryn handles the toughest of the toughest cases and her advocacy on behalf of her clients is stellar. Always stellar. She is the definition of "Good Trouble" when it comes to criminal defense. She's a dynamo in the courtroom and out — indefatigable and kind-hearted as all get out — but her true strengths are that she is wise and personable. No other attorney ever knows the facts of her clients' cases better than she does or will present it better to a jury. You simply could not go wrong with Ms. Haywood as your defender.
Joshua Andor, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2021
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn is an amazing attorney. She approaches her client's cases with understanding and empathy. An amazing mix of insight and absolute tenacity in the courtroom. I highly endorse Katheryn!
Peter Ganyard, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2021
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn is an outstanding defense attorney. Having worked with her for years when I was a prosecutor, she has a reputation for being incredibly dedicated, fair, genuine, and hard working for her clients. I strongly recommend her to handle any criminal case especially with those involving mental health issues.
Peter Barrett, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 3, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have known Katheryn for about 20 years. Katheryn is one of the most tenacious and diligent lawyers that I have practiced with. She really listens to her Clients and then uses her keen knowledge of the law to provide exceptional representation to everyone who she represents. She doesn't discriminate against people needing representation, whatever their circumstances may be. Whatever she may charge, she's worth the investment."
Kyle Shaw, Sex crime Attorney on Jan 30, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I'm a criminal defense attorney and recently worked side by side with Katheryn on a case. I found her to be very well organized, diligent, knowledgeable on the law pertaining to our case and very polite, respectful and attentive to our client and his family. Katheryn also had a good rapport with all of the prosecutors that were involved in the case. It was obvious that they respected her as well. We were able to obtain a very good outcome on our case and I'm certain it was due in large part to Katheryn's efforts. Were I to ever be charged with a serious criminal offense, I'd have no hesitation or reservation about hiring Katheryn to represent me.
Danni Harris, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 18, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn is a passionate advocate for her clients, and treats all parties involved with dignity and respect. She is a pleasure to work with and never compromises her integrity while zealously advocating on behalf of her clients.
Everett Newton, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn is an excellent attorney, whom I've known for many years since her days as a Dallas city prosecutor. I endorse this lawyer.
Sherry R. Armstrong, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer! I have known Katheryn for years. I was previously a prosecutor and had many cases with Katheryn. She is an amazing attorney who will represent her clients to the fullest.
Derk Wadas, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn is a great lawyer, and well respected in the North Texas legal community. I have referred clients to her, and they have always been very happy with the results she has been able to achieve in difficult cases.
Jon O'Toole, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Katheryn is an excellent attorney. I've worked with her as both a prosecutor and a fellow defense attorney and she is always excellent to deal with. She shows true compassion and a passion for her client's cases.
Matthew Maddox, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn Haywood's reputation in the criminal defense community is well established and well earned. She is one of the most experienced criminal trial lawyers you can find, a fierce opponent that prosecutors and judges respect. If I or anyone in my family needed a criminal defense attorney, Kat Haywood would be on my short list.
Deandra Grant, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn is a well-respected defense attorney with a fearless attitude in defending her clients. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her.
John Gioffredi, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 22, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Katheryn is everything a client could ever want in a criminal defense attorney. She's knowledgeable, passionate, and determined. Prosecutors know that they are in for a real fight when Katheryn is defending someone!
Terri Daniel, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 11, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Katheryn is an incredible advocate. I agree with Mr. Indorf that she is a fearless attorney! She is passionate and committed when it comes to protecting her clients rights and sets the bar very high for those of us in the criminal defense bar.
Christopher Woodward, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 3, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the honor of working beside this attorney and can attest to her great skill in advocacy and fine character. Our legal community is better as a whole with attorneys like Katheryn. I endorse this lawyer.
David Indorf, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 9, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Katheryn is a brilliant strategist and a fearless litigator. Her voir dire is without a doubt the best I've seen in 30 years of practice. Simply stated, if a member of my family needed a criminal defense lawyer, she is the first and only attorney I would call.
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