Christie M. Merchant

Christie M. Merchant

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tyler, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

100 E. Ferguson, Ste. 813, Tyler, TX

About Christie

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Appeals 50%

I represent people in direct appeals of criminal convictions in the Texas state courts on direct appeal, discretionary review, and applications for writs of habeas corpus. I also represent people in federal appeals before the Fifth Circuit.

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Criminal Defense 50%

I represent individuals facing criminal charges in state and federal court for offenses related to drugs, theft, domestic violence, robbery, property crimes, sex crimes, indecency, and DWI

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 16 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2009

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Merchant Law Office, PLLC

100 E. Ferguson, Ste. 813, Tyler, TX, 75702

Merchant Law Office, PLLC

17304 Preston Road, Ste. 1250, Dallas, TX, 75252

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Christie M. Merchant's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
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Posted by VGregory | February 28, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Definitely recommended

She very passionate, trustworthy, detail oriented & very genuine straightforward person. I would definitely recommend.

Posted by Jessica E | November 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney/ Highly recommended

Attorney Christie Merchant is very professional, honest, compassionate, diligent, communicative, responsable, detailed oriented, etc. She literally give it all to defend her clients. She represented me on a 2nd DWI case and I’m very pleased with the outcome of my case. Thanks to God and Christie I... won’t have a 2nd DWI on my record. I was so blessed having a lawyer like her. I don’t have enough words to let you know how grateful I am of you. Please, never change.

Posted by George | December 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer ever

Mrs Merchant worked so hard for me. Never had a doubt that she would get the job done. Hopefully I never need another criminal attorney but if I do I’m hiring her.

Posted by Kathleen | May 12, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Consult

I had a consultation with Christie and I felt like she took a great deal of time to look over our case and then she followed up with an email recapping our consultation. I feel like she quoted me a fair price and I really feel like she knows what she is doing. I have to discuss with the family since ...it’s not just my decision but she’s a definite 10 in my book

Posted by Andrew | January 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Christie has represented me in several cases. When ever trouble accured in my past i had no dought to ever call anyone else but Christie merchant! She is one of the most warm hearted compassionate human beings i know. Exspecially for a lawyer that is heart to find aomeone that really cares about you ...personally, rare things tou see in lawyers but Christie merchent is deffinatly one of the best, ahe will fight for you! She has helped me turn my life around from being at rock bottom and having no hope to comming out on the other side where im greatful for all of i have. She has shown so much compassion that i recommend christie merchent as the lawyer for you. She is one the best for sure! She gives every case her hardest fight and admire her for that. Very well organized and on top of everything, never having to think she is slacking yet she goes over and beyond to make sure your case is handled in the up most way. Call Christie merchent and you wont be disappointed! Former client of christies-Andrew imburgia

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Christie M. Merchant's Lawyer Endorsements

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Monroe Solomon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Christie for a few years and just recently had the pleasure of trying a case with her. She is an excellent attorney that knows the law and how to win at trial. She is the type of attorney that other attorneys go to when they have questions about the law. I endorse her without hesitation."

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David Urteago

Appeals lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Christie for several years now. She is a very hard working and smart attorney who is likewise active in the Dallas legal community. Highly recommended."

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Shawn Latchford

Civil rights lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adrian Bower

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christie's knowledge of criminal law and procedure is incredible. She is particularly adept at issues relating to criminal appeals. I'm happy to endorse her."

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Paul Saputo

Appeals lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Christie is a fantastic writer, and she is well-versed on appellate procedure and all aspects of appellate work. We recently worked together on a complicated criminal appeal, and after working with her on this matter, I would trust her to handle even the most complex appeal."

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Angel Mata

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Monroe Solomon

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jon Smenner

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Kristin Brown

Appeals lawyer

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Robert Keating

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David Urteago

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Shawn Latchford

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Adrian Bower

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Paul Saputo

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Bests Lawyers Under 40, D Magazine

2020

Best Lawyers in Dallas, D Magazine

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Merchant Law Office, PLLC

2012 - 2015

Staff Attorney, Twelfth Court of Appeals of Texas

2010 - 2012

Assistant District Attorney, Upshur County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2019 - Present

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board Member

2019 - Present

DAYL Solo Small Firm Committee

Co-chair

2019 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2019 - Present

Texas Bar College

Member

2017 - Present

Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Dallas Association of Young Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

McFadden v. State, 541 S.W.3d 277 (Tex. App.--Texarkana 2018, pet. ref'd)

Case reversed and remanded for a new trial.

Ex parte ______, Criminal District Court 3 Dallas County, Texas

Convictions reversed and criminal charges for compelling prostitution of a minor and failure to register as a sex offender dismissed.

Kirkland v. State, 535 S.W.3d 87 (Tex. App.--Texarkana 2017, pet. ref'd)

Judgment reversed and remanded for new trial on punishment.

Clinton v. State, 354 S.W.3d 795 (Tex. Crim. App. 2011)

The Court of Criminal Appeals Reversed the 6th Court of Appeals.

Ex parte ______, County Court at Law 1, Brazos County, Texas

Judgment was reversed and case dismissed.

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Education

2009

University of Tulsa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Texas A&M University, Commerce

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Obadiah Elementary Career Day

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Publications

2009

Energy Law Journal Articles Editor

2009

ABA Section of Environment, Energy and Resources Student Managing Editor

Languages

English

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