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Claire Monsman Petty
also known as Claire Miranda
About Claire
Biography
Thank you for checking me out on AVVO! I would love to give you some background on myself. For the past 18 of 22 years I have dedicated my life to criminal law practice. I know how to defend a case because I've been the person who brought the cases; I know how the state thinks and I know where to push. Although I am experienced on both sides of the table, and on the bench, criminal defense work has been the most rewarding career I have ever had. I was appointed Presiding Judge for the City of McKinney from 2019-2024, and am a former prosecutor with experience trying all types of felony and misdemeanor cases including DWI, theft, assault, child crimes, fraud, murder, sexual assault, burglary, robbery, and organized crime. I was assigned Second Assistant District Attorney & Chief of Misdemeanor Trial Division. I trained numerous prosecutors, staff, and police on courtroom procedure and testimony. Prior to my time as Second Assistant, I was the Chief Felony Prosecutor for the Special Prosecution Division, responsible for prosecution of financially motivated criminal activity, organized crime, and public integrity matters. I was trained in cyber crime and computer forensics at the National Institute for Computer Forensics (NCFI), the Secret Services' training facility, in Hoover Alabama. Other assignments as an ADA included the Crimes Against Children Division, Felony Trial Team, and Drug Court. Prior to my time as an assistant district attorney, I was a civil litigator in downtown Dallas. In my free time I enjoy reading, cooking, and spending time with my family, including one fat marshmallow of a cat.
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Licensed in Texas for 23 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Claire Miranda Petty PLLC
4324 Mapleshade Lane, Suite 247, Plano, TX, 75252
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Posted by Pedro | August 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommend
Claire was my lawyer on my case. She was very smart & professional. She was very thorough and clearly knew what she was doing. She kept me informed as to what was happening and explained everything very clearly to me, which was really nice because I didn't really understand what was going on with my ...
Claire Monsman Petty's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer.I have known Claire for many years as a former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney. We also worked together as prosecutors when Claire was 2nd Assistant. She is thorough, tough, and professional. Claire has great knowledge of the law and will work non-stop to assist her clients through the legal process."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Claire is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the U.S. With her extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, she is bound to invest her time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each case, regardless of its level of complexity."
"Claire and I were trial partners way back when, when we were both prosecutors. Even back then, she had a great presence in the courtroom. Since then, she's gained so much more experience both as a prosecutor and defense attorney. She's definitely on my short list of lawyers I would recommend in the area."
"Claire was my supervisor at the Collin County District Attorney’s Office. As a prosecutor she gave me lots of invaluable information on criminal law and trial procedure. She is always professional, polite, knowledgeable and an all-around terrific attorney."
"Claire is a tireless advocate for her clients, investigating all aspects of the facts and potential legal issues. She is well regarded at the courthouse and has the respect of her peers. I recommend her highly!"
"I have worked with Claire as a prosecutor and now as a defense attorney. Claire is a skilled advocate who has a great reputation for working hard for her clients to get the best results. I am honored to work closely with Claire in my office and know that she will do her best for our clients and has the trial skills to do so as well. She is well liked by Judges and has trained most of the prosecutors currently in the county courts in Collin County. I highly recommend Claire Petty."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, Law Office of Claire M. Petty
2011 - 2016
Second Assistant/Felony Chief, Collin County District Attorney's Office
2008 - 2011
Partner, Miranda & Miller, P.C.
2006 - 2008
Assistant District Attorney, Collin County District Attorney
2005 - 2006
Associate Attorney, Hermes Sargent Bates, LLP
2001 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Grau Koen, P.C.
Associations
2017 - Present
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2016 - Present
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2016 - Present
Dallas Bar Association
2016 - Present
Collin County Bar Association
2016 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2016 - Present
McKinney Bar Association
2016 - Present
McKinney Chamber of Commerce
2011 - 2012
Curt B. Henderson American Inn of Court
2008 - 2011
Collin County Young Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Robert Warterfield
Guilty, sentanced to life in prison
Education
2002
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1999
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Citizens Prosecutor Academy
Criminal Law
2016
Advanced DWI Training
Courtroom Testimony
2015
Continuing Education
Legislative Update
2015
Citizens Prosecutor Academy
Misdemeanor Division Overview
2015
Advanced DWI Training
Courtroom Testimony
2014
Fraud Summit
Prosecuting Fraud Cases
2014
Citizens Prosecutor Academy
White Collar Crime/Special Prosecutions Division
2014
Advanced DWI Training
Courtroom Testimony
2013
Training
Prosecution of Julian Gutierrez
2013
Continuing Education
Prosecuting One Witness Cases
2012
Collin County Children's Advocacy Center Quarterly Update
Prosecuting Crimes Against Children Cases
2006
Collin County District Attorney Quarterly Update
Revocations: A Potential Minefield
Publications
2005
For The Defense (TACDL)
How Reliable Are They? Tackling SAFESTAT and the U.S. DOT’s Motor Carrier Safety Ratings
2004
Hermes Sargent Bates Employment Law Seminar
A Stitch In Time Saves Defense Costs: Making Arbitration Work for Your Business
2004
Continuing Legal Education Seminar
House Bill 4 Provisions on Complex Litigation, Multi-District Litigation, and Related Rule Changes
Languages
English
Activity
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In Hillsboro Texas, I have a speeding ticket, and another ticket for failure to appear. (For that same speeding Ticket)
10 Jul 2024
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I got caught for shoplifting and they send me home and said they will contact me and then come to the police ?
16 Jun 2024
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Can you buy beer while on probation for a DWI in Texas. If no, if reported to my probation officer does this revoke my probation
16 Jun 2024