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Kristin R. Brown
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Biography
I became an attorney as a "second career," though it was always a first love and a goal for me. I practice strictly criminal defense because that is where my passion lies. I have a strong faith that I am where I am because that is where I am supposed to be.
Things about me outside of the practice of law:
My hobbies include traveling, learning, reading, running, weight-training, yoga and pilates, wine, and spending time with family and friends.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Appeals
45%
13 years | 150 cases
Criminal Defense
40%
13 years | 1,000 cases
Juvenile Law
15%
9 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Texas for 12 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2013
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Location
The Law Office Of Kristin R. Brown, PLLC
17304 Preston Road, Suite 1250, Dallas, TX, 75252
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Kristin R. Brown's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Exceptional !
I have had the privilege of working with Kristin R. Brown, and I cannot recommend her services highly enough. From the very beginning, it was clear that Kristin possessed a deep and comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape. Her expertise in criminal trails and appeals was evident in every i...
Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Wish we would have found Ms. Brown sooner!
We hired Ms. Brow to handle our friend's request for probation after our original attorneys were not experienced enough and did not give us the best advice on how to defend his charges, which ultimately resulted in a prison sentence. We knew Collin County was apt to throw anyone in jail for the most ...
Posted by Brandon | October 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Couldn't ask for a better set of attorneys!!
Kristin teamed up with my lawyer to present a joint case with me and my coworker in which we were wrongfully accused of crimes we didn't commit. Kristin worked tirelessly for months to give us the best defense possible and ended up proving what a farce the charges were against us. I couldn't be happi...
Posted by Beth Brigandi | June 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Client
Kristen was very prompt and took great care to expedite things for me. She was always available if I needed her.
Posted by anonymous | May 5, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Great Lawyer
Kristin R Brown went above and beyond for us. She listened when it seemed like no one else would. She was truly a blessing to me and my family.
Kristin R. Brown's Lawyer Endorsements
"I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Kristin Brown. I had the opportunity to spend three rather intense weeks with her and our classmates during the Trial Lawyers College and was completely impressed with her knowledge and comfort in trial settings. She combines poise and passion into an almost-unbeatable package. If you are considering retaining Kristin - don't wait! She's the real deal and you won't be disappointed in her representation."
"I absolutely endorse this lawyer! Kristin is competent, passionate, prepared, and unafraid. She is ethical and courteous. Kristin sets a great example of how a zealous advocate should practice law and protect the interests of her clients. It's a privilege to be associated with this amazing practitioner."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer! Kristin is a fantastic attorney and if you ask her a question she is spot on with the response."
"Kristin is well versed in both criminal defense and appeals. She is incredibly thorough in all of her work and truly cares about her clients. I have worked with Kristin on past projects and current projects. She leaves no rock unturned and is a zealous advocate for her clients to the end. I endorse Kristin."
"you want Kristin on your team! She has the knowledge, passion, and courage to fight your fight. I have known her for years and she is the kind of lawyer that will fight for you all the way to the end."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kristin recently visited my hometown during a speaking engagement with the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association (TCDLA). I was instantly impressed with Kristin's knowledge of the law. I also discovered that she associates with the top notch legal minds of the Dalllas/Fort Worth area. Kristin was recently elected to serve as a Board Member with the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. This is a significant position to achieve. TCDLA is the largest state association for crimininal defense attorneys in the nation. Very few are called to be a leader in this organization. Kristin's election to the Board is a recognition by attorneys state-wide of her knowledge, abilities, and zealous representation of her clients. Her zeal is contagious and I am proud to call her a leader."
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"I had the pleasure of working with Kristin while at Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer College. Kristin is sharp, dedicated and truly cares for her clients. She is an excellent attorney who I am proud to endorse."
"I had a Philadelphia, PA client who was arrested in Texas while passing through. Called me looking for a lawyer I'd trust to help me if I were arrested. Kristin Brown was the first and only name that came to mind. She and I had worked together extensively while getting our Master's Degree in trial law, so I knew just how good she could be - she's outstanding. I whole heartedly endorse Kristin Brown."
"Kristin works tirelessly for her clients. If you're accused of a Federal crime, she is definitely one to call."
"I endorse this lawyer with whom I have spent time with working on cases. Kristin is an outstanding and devoted advocate and lawyer that represents her clients with integrity and passion. If you want an attorney that honors the practices of law and ethics inside and outside of the courtroom, and genuinely cares about you personally and professionally, then Kristin is the attorney for you."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I met Kristin during a 1 month Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College. She is dedicated to fighting for justice for her clients, and I highly recommend her as an attorney."
"I wholeheartedly endorse, Kristin. Not only is she a superb lawyer, but Kristin is relentless in protecting the rights of her clients."
"I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Kristin this summer on a number of criminal matters. Kristin is a unique talent. She is a dedicated and fearless advocate who is passionate about her clients. I wholeheartedly and without reservation recommend Kristin Brown."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristin Brown is a wonderful lawyer, a wonderful person and a wonderful friend. You are already "winning", if you have the pleasure of working with Kristin inside or outside of the Court Room. I highly endorse Kristin Brown to be your advocate in the Court room!"
"Kristin Brown is a diligent, smart, hard-working attorney. She takes on tasks as though they are military orders, and she genuinely cares about the outcomes of the cases of her clients. I am pleased to endorse her."
"I first met Kristin during our first year in law school. However, even at such an early stage in her legal career, she showed a tenacity and passion for law that was, and continues to be, rivaled by few. Her professional career has only gone on to prove that the energy she exhibited in school was genuine and indicative of a bright and successful legal career. Her ardent defense of each of her clients is why I wholeheartedly endorse Kristin."
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
State Bar College, State Bar of Texas
2020
America's Most Honored Professionals--Top 1%, American Registry
2020
Client Champion--Silver, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Client Champion--Silver, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
America's Most Honored Professionals--Top 1%, American Registry
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent Rated--Judicially Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Client Champion--Silver, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Pro Bono College, State Bar of Texas
2018
State Bar College, State Bar of Texas
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Pro Bono College, State Bar of Texas
2017
State Bar College, State Bar of Texas
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top Five Appellate Attorneys in Dallas, Dallas’s Best Criminal Defense Lawyers
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated--Judicially Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Ten Appellate Attorneys, Dallas's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers
2016
Pro Bono Award, State Bar of Texas
2016
State Bar College, State Bar of Texas
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Top 100 Lawyer, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated--Judicially Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Pro Bono College, State Bar of Texas
2015
State Bar College, State Bar of Texas
2015
Star on the Rise, Dallas's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
State Bar College, College of the State Bar of Texas
2014
Star on the Rise, Dallas's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
Pro Bono College, State Bar of Texas
2013
Equal Justice Pro Bono Award, Texas Wesleyan School of Law
2013
State Bar College, College of the State Bar of Texas
2013
Barrister ~ National Order of Barristers, Board of Governors ~ National Order of Barristers
2013
Preeminent Advocate ~ Maximus Laude, Texas Wesleyan School of Law ~ Board of Advocates
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Kristin R. Brown, PLLC
2012 - 2012
Law Clerk, Tarrant County Judicial Staff Counsel
2012 - 2012
Capital Trials Division Intern, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2012 - 2013
Legal Intern, Appellate & Misdemeanor Divisions, Collin County District Attorney's Office
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, Hon. Amos L. Mazzant, Magistrate, Eastern District of Texas
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Law Office Of Mitchell R. Nolte
Associations
2017 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationDirector
2016 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationAppellate Review Committee
2015 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationAssociate Director, Board of Directors
2015 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Collin County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2013 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Dallas Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
Order of BarristersBarrister
2013 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationDirector, Member
2016 - 2017
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeF Warrior Board Member, Class Rep-July 2014
2012 - 2013
Eldon B. Mahon American Inn of CourtPupil Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v Undisclosed
Dismissed
Assault family violence (Dallas)
New trial granted; conditional dismissal of case
Undisclosed v. State
Appellate Court reversed and remanded with order to trial court to dismiss case.
State v. Undisclosed
plea to class B harassment (lesser of harassment on pub. serv.), remaining cases dismissed
State v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Grand Jury No Bill
State v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Dismissed
Appeal of Aggravated Robbery--24 Years TDC
Reverse and Remand/Order to Dismiss Case against Client
State v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
GJ No Bill
State v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Grand Jury No Bill
State v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Case Dismissed
State v. Undisclosed (Rockwall County)
2 years TDC
State v. Undisclosed (Denton County)
4 days/4 fine, 4 days credit given
United States of America v. Undisclosed (NDTX)
Prosecution Declined
State v. Undisclosed (Tarrant County)
Dismissed
State v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Plea to Class B Misdemeanor Terroristic Threat--DEFERRED, 18 mos probation, $500 fine probated
State v. Undisclosed (Hill County)
Hearing on MNT granted
State v. Undisclosed (Collin County)
Case Dismissed
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
2nd degree felony pled to Class C deferred
State v. Undisclosed (Hopkins County)
Granted Early Release from 10-yr Felony Probation
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Family Place Assessment Referral
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Conditional Dismissal-Anger Mgmt.Course
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Hill County)
Time served, $250.00 fine.
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Conditional Dismissal (comm. service only)
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Collin County)
Deferred Probation continued with only minor modifications (20 community serv., log of therapy sessions)
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Conditional Dismissal (BIPP only)
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Conditional Dismissal *24 CS & food bank donation
State v. Undisclosed (Denton County)
Grand Jury declined to indict, prosecutor agreed to immediate expunction
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Grayson County)
30 days deferred, prosecutor consent to immediate, full expunction
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Collin County, Plano)
Deferred, prosecutor consent to immediate expunction
State of Texas v Undisclosed (Dallas County)
Memo agreement, immediate expunction
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Tarrant County)
Dismissal and immediate expunction
State of Texas v. Undisclosed (Denton County)
Pre-trial diversion, eligible for expunction upon completion
Education
2014
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2014
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Certificate
2013
Texas A&M University School of Law (Texas Wesleyan)
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Florida
MS - Master of Science
N/A
University of North Dakota
MA - Masters
N/A
University of Florida
Certificate
Speaking Engagements
2020
When the Finish Line is in Sight
Jury Instructions and Closing Arguments
2020
Jolly Roger
Jury Instructions and Closing Arguments
2020
Family Violence and Telling Trial Story
Defenses and Collateral Consequences of Family Violence Allegations
2019
Luncheon DCDLA
Using Technology in Practice and Trial
2019
Luncheon CCCDLA
Using Technology in Practice and Trial
2019
Jazz Fest CLE
Using Technology in Practice and Trial
2019
Austin, TCDLA
Actual Innocence for Lawyers, Eyewitness "Identification"?
2019
32nd Annual Rusty Duncan
DNA for Lawyers
2018
Austin, TCDLA
Forensics, Trial Technology
2018
Austin, TCDLA
Actual Innocence for Lawyers, Eyewitness "Identification"?
2017
Junk Science
DNA--Separating Fact from Fiction
2017
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Updates in Criminal Law from the 2017 Legislative Session
2017
Beating the Drum for Justice
Technology in the Law
2017
Austin, DCDLA
Updates in Criminal Law from the 2017 Legislative Session
2017
Austin TCDLA
The Lawyer, The Scientist, and the Rules of Evidence
2017
2017 Jolly Roger Hal Jackson Conference
2017 Legislative Update
2016
Upholding Justice One Client at a Time
Trial Technology
2016
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association CLE Luncheon
Out of State Clients and the IADA
2015
Upholding Justice One Client at a Time
Ethics: Building the Atty/Client Relationship
2015
Nuts and Bolts of Criminal Law Office Management
Organization and the Practice of Criminal Defense
2015
DCDLA Monthly CLE and meeting
A Paperless Office
2015
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Updates in Criminal Law from the 2015 Legislative Session
2015
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Out of State Detainers and the IADA
2013
Media Law course, Guest Speaker
Social Media and the Law
Publications
2017
Voice for the Defense (Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association)
Can the Ails of the Cross-Race Effect on Eyewitness Testimony be Cured?
2013
Texas Wesleyan Law Review
Somebody Poisoned the Jury Pool: Social Media's Effect on Jury Impartiality
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is engaging in organizing crime a 3g offense
30 Jun 2021
Q&A
Finished my deffered adjudication probation how do I get my firearm (pistol) back?
20 May 2021
Q&A
If I was originally put on probation in Waco, TX and had it transferred to Dallas. Where would I file motion for early release?
17 Aug 2020