Laura J Killham

Laura J Killham

4.5
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Peoria, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +3 more

16165 North 83rd Avenue, Suite 200, Peoria, AZ

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Represent clients with Felony or Misdemeanor criminal charges

11 years | 214 cases

40%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

11 years | 258 cases

15%
Car Accident 10%

11 years | 34 cases

10%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

11 years | 56 cases

10%
Expungement 5%

11 years | 44 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 21 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Killham Law Office

16165 North 83rd Avenue, Suite 200, Peoria, AZ, 85382

Killham Law

60 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Suite 900, Tempe, AZ, 85281

Killham Law

7272 E. Indian School Road, Suite 540, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251

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Laura J Killham's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (14)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Mel | December 12, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

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

Consult

Laura is awesome. Answered preliminary questions about my traffic case. Easy to talk with and gave me excellent advice. Navigated me though the process with the citation and insurance.

Posted by Jerry | April 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst Lawyer I ever hired

After hiring this attorney to represent me in court on a very minor $300 accident at a Walmart parking lot, l wrote her an email describing exactly what happened and told her to tell the judge this, well, you guessed it , she did not tell the judge anything that was in my email and as you can gue...ss I was found guilty and fined $650....Never have I ever had such a terrible attorney ...Think twice before you hire her.

Posted by anonymous | April 9, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

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

Knowledgeable and accessible

I had a situation I needed some clarification on regarding a current legal situation I’m facing. I have yet to make decision on how I will proceed, but recommend Laura to anyone that finds themselves facing a difficult legal situation. She was patient, informative and appeared eager to help while n...ot pressuring me to hire her. She laid out what that would entail and how I may not have that need at the current stage of possible pending charges. If my current situation requires her experience, I wouldn’t hesitate to employ her counsel. I recommend if you have such a need for legal counsel and advice.

Posted by Matthew | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I got into a very bad crash with a lot of twists and turns in the case and shes just breezing through like nothing

I'm just gonna start with Laura is the best at what she does I first hired lerner that wasn't a good idea I heard Laura was contracted from her home I called her and till this day everything is moving forward I would give her a 100 star rating if I could she's an amazing person always asking how I'm ...doing when either her or I call she's just amazing round of applause

Posted by John | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

2 Dismissed Az State Trooper Tickets

I received 2 tickets from AZ State Trooper. Laura got them dismissed/off my record. The officer was extremely intent on winning. I feel as if her experience carries much weight in court. The officer was like a kitten when we left. 6 star Attorney!! Highly Recommend. I am a very satisfied client ....

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Laura J Killham's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Sloan

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I went up against Ms. Killham as a prosecutor and found her to be a fair but strong adversary. When she left the prosecutor's office, I was happy to refer cases to her that I couldn't take on."

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Gordon Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Laura for 14 years as a prosecutor and a defense attorney. I have tried many cases against her. Laura is both highly competent as a lawyer and very concerned about her clients' well being."

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Gordon Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Laura J. Killham

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Killham Law Office PLLC

2009 - 2014

Adjunct Professor, Maricopa Community College

2006 - 2015

Prosecutor, City Of Phoenix Prosecutor's Office

2005 - 2006

Attorney General, Arizona Attorney General's Office

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, Honorable Judge John E. Davis

2003 - 2004

Attorney, W. Edward Morgan & Associates

2003 - 2004

Attorney, Pima County Attorney's Office

2001 - 2002

Law Clerk, Sanders, Conkright & Morgan, L.L.P.

1999 - 2001

Office Manager/Paralegal, Eppright Law Office, L.L.C.

1998 - 1999

Contract Administrator, R & R Limited

1993 - 1999

Chief Clerk, Honorable Judge Anthony J. Romano

Associations

2017 - Present

Arizona Association for Justice

Member

2017 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association Top 100 Trial Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

Arizona Women Lawyers Association

Member

2003 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Warrant for Driving on Suspended License

All charges dismissed

Possession of Marijuana For Sale, Class 2 Felony

Dismissed

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Education

2003

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Missouri (Kansas City, MO)

Speaking Engagements

2008

Arizona Prosecuting Attorney's Advisory Council

Domestic Violence

Languages

English

Activity

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