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Christine C Whalin
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Biography
Knowledge of the law and confidence in Court is what you need in a criminal defense attorney. This knowledge and confidence is what Christine Whalin projects during every client meeting, settlement negotiation, pretrial hearing, and jury trial. Christine became an attorney in 2006 and joined DM Cantor in 2010, becoming partner in 2018. She is one of only 12 female criminal defense attorneys in the state of Arizona who are Board Certified Specialists in Criminal Law per the State Bar of Arizona, Board of Legal Specialization.
Christine is a trial lawyer practicing for over 15 years in the area of criminal defense. She focuses on representing individuals in all types of criminal cases ranging from state and federal felony and misdemeanor matters, along with school discipline and Title IX litigation. Throughout her career, Christine has represented countless clients on their criminal cases, achieving successful results in the form of dismissals, reduced sentences and complete acquittals after jury trial. Christine represents people in any type of criminal matter, and is particularly skilled in handling major felony cases involving sexual misconduct, sexual assault and other serious “life-in-prison” allegations. In addition, she is extremely successful in handling pre-charge matters and having those investigations closed and not filed.
Christine has been listed in the Top 50 Most Influential Women in Arizona Business for 2023.
Representative Cases
- Obtained acquittals after numerous Jury Trials on felony and misdemeanor allegations, including Sexual Conduct with a Minor, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Endangerment Dangerous, Child Molestation, DUI, Assault, Public Sexual Indecency, and Burglary.
- Successfully represented numerous people in vehicular crime allegations such as Hit and Run, Aggravated DUI, Manslaughter, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, DUI, and other driving offenses.
- Successfully represented numerous individuals accused of Drug Possession, Sale, and Transportation.
- Successfully represented individuals in both pre-arrest and post-arrest investigations for Fraudulent Schemes, Theft, Money Laundering, Conspiracy, Embezzlement, and Gambling violations.
- Significant experience in mental health defense and guilty except insane law; represented individuals in Homicide and Aggravated Assault cases resulting in Guilty Except Insane dispositions or other non-prison resolutions.
- Successfully represented numerous people accused of Domestic Violence allegations such as Assault, Kidnapping, Disorderly Conduct, and Criminal Damage.
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Licensed in Arizona for 19 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2006
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Location
DM Cantor
40 N. Central, Ste 2300, Phoenix, AZ, 85004
DM Cantor
40 N. Central, Ste. 2300, Phoenix, AZ, 85004
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Christine C Whalin's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jennifer | May 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Truly Exceptional Legal Representation
Christine Whelan and the team at DM Cantor were a lifeline for our family when we felt unheard and overwhelmed. Our son was unjustly portrayed as the aggressor after defending himself against a group attack, but Christine stepped in with exceptional legal expertise and unwavering commitment to justic...
Posted by Peter | October 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Christine Whalin – The Absolute Best Defense Attorney You Could Ask For!
If you are looking for the best criminal defense attorney, look no further than Christine Whalin. From the moment she took my case, Christine was nothing short of extraordinary. Her professionalism, expertise, and dedication are unmatched. She gave me complete confidence from day one, and her efforts...
Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Sani
Christine was thorough and efficient. She did what she said she would do and did so with excellence. She was professional, strong and insightful, helping us understand the law and how we could plead our case with integrity. We were extremely pleased with the outcome of our case.
Posted by Aaron | June 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Thank you so much
I needed representation that would see my situation as if it was in their own family and they did just that. I said I wanted my case dismissed or wanted to go to trial so a judge could hear the full story. I protected my family like any man, husband and father would do. Christine discussed my case wi...
Posted by Russell | November 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Extremely Helpful and Professional!!
Recently was charged with a DUI and Christine was able to find an issue with my stop which lead to a better result than what was offered by the prosecutor! So glad I went with her, since the first attorney I spoke with advised me to plea to the charge.
Christine C Whalin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Christine is a truly gifted criminal defense attorney. Christine has seen everything, works at lightning speed, and has an incredible ability to analyze the strengths of each case. She has a gift for strategy and pinpointing the critical issue in the case that breaks it wide open. Christine is truly deserving of the Criminal Law Specialist title. I would recommend Christine to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."
"Christine is an extremely capable criminal-defense attorney. She is very smart and her mind operates at blazing fast speeds - allowing her to break down legal strategy and form counter-attacks before her opponent knows what hit them. Christine is also able to organize and focus teams of defense-attorneys on single cases - creating a huge advantage for the clients lucky enough to retain her."
"I consider myself lucky to have worked with Christine for over two years. She is a tough, talented, and tenacious defender of her clients’ rights in court, and the results she is able to obtain for her clients are amazing. You would be lucky to have Christine representing you or your loved one in any criminal proceeding. I highly endorse her."
"Christine Whalin is one of the most impressive attorneys I have ever worked with. She is a fantastic litigator who always strives to obtain the best outcome for her clients. I absolutely endorse this lawyer."
"Christine is one of the most intelligent attorneys I have ever met. I have had the pleasure of working with Christine on several matters and I learn something new every time. Christine is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist who is aggressive, honest, respected, intelligent and caring. She is has an incredible reputation with lawyers and judges. She is always updated on new laws and changes within the law. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Christine on several matters. Christine is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist who is exceptionally skilled, professional and ethical. Christine's clients benefit from her tireless work ethic, substantial trial experience and impressive legal knowledge. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Christine is hard working, diligent, and aggressive lawyer."
"I have worked with Christine for the past few years. She is a dedicated defense attorney who uses her sharp intellect and years of trial experience to get her clients the best results possible. Christine is an outstanding attorney."
"I have worked with Christine for the entirety of our careers. She is the consummate professional. She is thorough and efficient, obtaining great results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Christine in private practice for several years. Christine is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist who is passionate and diligent in her representation of all of her clients. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a certified specialist and an excellent litigator who is always empathetic towards her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV-Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona, Arizona Business Journal
2025
Finalist for Lawyer of the Year, Excellence in Law Awards
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Certified Criminal Law Specialist, State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner/Managing Attorney, DM Cantor
2007 - 2010
Attorney, Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
2006 - 2007
Attorney, Law Offices of Charles M. Thomas
Associations
2018 - Present
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section
2010 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2017 - 2017
Ladder Down
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. MM
Not Guilty - All Charges
State v. CD
Not Guilty - All Charges
State v. MO
Not Guilty - All Charges
Education
2006
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2015
In House Seminar
Police Contact on College Campuses
Publications
2009
For The Defense
Clearing your clients arrest record using A.R.S. 13-4051
Languages
English