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Christie M. Merchant
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Licensed in Texas for 16 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2009
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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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Posted by Jamie | October 10, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great consultant
Christie previously helped me with a case I was involved in and recently in September 2018, I also contacted her for a consultation. She really helped me out in both situations. When I first met with her I felt confident that she was going to help but i was also nervous because of all the in-depth qu...
Christie M. Merchant's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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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Experience
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 AssociationBoard Member
2019 - Present
DAYL Solo Small Firm CommitteeCo-chair
2019 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2019 - Present
Texas Bar CollegeMember
2017 - Present
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Dallas Association of Young LawyersMember
2016 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
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.
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