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| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 2012 | 02/03/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership Award | Leon S. Peters Foundation | 2011 |
| Best Brief Finalist | George A. Hopper Moot Court Competition | 2010 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy City Attorney | City of Fresno | 2017 - Present |
| Adjunct Professor | San Joaquin College Of Law | 2014 - Present |
| Attorney at Law | Hammerschmidt Broughton Law Corporation | 2012 - 2017 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Bar of California | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Fresno County Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Fresno County Women Lawyers | Past President | 2016 - 2016 |
| Fresno County Women Lawyers | President | 2015 - 2015 |
| Fresno County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section | Member | 2014 - 2016 |
| Fresno County Women Lawyers | Secretary | 2014 - 2014 |
|---|
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin Agricultural Law Review | Channeling Cruella De Vil: An Exploration of Proposed and Ideal Regulation on Domestic Animal Breeding in California | 2011 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin COL | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
| UCLA | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2006 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Motion to Reduce Felony to Misdemeanor and Expunge Case | Motions were granted |
| DMV Hearing | Suspension was set aside |
| Outstanding Warrant for Public Intoxication | Case dismissed |
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I endorse this lawyer.Christina is a very hard working and knowledgeable attorney and her passion really shows!
Elizabeth Thomasian, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 9, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I had the pleasure of working for Christina as a law clerk at Hammerschmidt Broughton Law Corporation. Christina is very dedicated to her clients and achieving the best result possible. She is quick to return client communications and will take her time to fully explain the court process. It is very much of an understatement to say that she goes above and beyond the necessary duties for her clients. If you are in need of an attorney who is not afraid to fight for you, I highly recommend Christina.
Tina Barberi, Criminal defense Attorney on May 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christina has been a strong advocate in the courts. She stands up to the District Attorneys and Courts when other attorneys will not even think about doing so. Being charged with a criminal case is difficult, but with Christina on your side, you can bet you will be in good hands. She takes initiative, including becoming President of the Fresno County Women’s Lawyers- no small task, I can assure you. She is dedicated to being a great attorney and I only wish there were more attorneys like her.
Mark Coleman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer because I have had the opportunity to see how hard she works for her clients. In this practice you cant get results without hard work.
Mark Broughton, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 2, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I highly endorse this Christina. I have worked with her now for several years as a lawyer and as one of the top students in law school. She is brilliant, compassionate, and dedicated to her clients. She never leaves any stone unturned in the cases she handles. She is simply the best!
Jennifer Byers-Lawton, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have been fortunate to work with Ms. Widner on the Board for Fresno County Women Lawyers, and look forward to working with her this coming year as she takes on the role of President. I've also had the opportunity to work with Ms. Widner on behalf of a mutual client and would recommend her for future services without hesitation should the need arise.
Rebecca Medina, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Widner is a talented attorney that I endorse without hesitation. Ms. Widner is intelligent, dedicated, and always strives to provide her clients with top-notch legal services.
Roger Bonakdar, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christina is a conscientious and smart attorney, with an eye for detail. I do not hesitate to say that I endorse her.
John Bisnar, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christina Widner is an emerging SuperStar in the DUI and criminal defense ares of the law. She is being mentored by one of the very best criminal defense lawyers in California. Before long, the entire local legal community is going to recognize the talent this lady demonstrates for defending people facing criminal charges. The best attorneys are smart, enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated to their clients’ cause. The very best have an even more experienced and talented mentor. Christina is in this rare category. I have been managing a law firm for 35+ years. I know what a SuperStar attorney looks like. My partner started with me as a college student before law school. He now has three “Attorney of the Year” awards, and is President of the State’s personal injury trial lawyers association. I know how to judge talent. Christina will be recognized for her outstanding talent and dedication before her career is over.
Erin Childs, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Christina. She is a very intelligent, hard-working attorney who is dedicated to her craft.
Lacey Sanchez, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the opportunity to work with Ms. Widner on the Fresno County Women Lawyers Board. I have witnessed her commitment and dedication to the Board. Ms. Widner shows that same commitment to her clients and all her endeavors. I endorse this lawyer.
Adam Rodriguez, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Ms. Widner for several years and have always known her to be an intelligent and zealous advocate for her clients. Ms. Widner has an excellent work ethic and often times is the last person to leave her office.
Michael Mazzoni, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 6, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Ms. Widner and I worked together at Hammerschmidt Broughton law firm for almost 2 years together. During that time, I was able to see firsthand, her incredible ability and talent for case analysis and legal writing. She is a master with the pen, and her motions and writs are poignant, educational and persuasive. I am always in awe of her ability to be concise and to the point, while still addressing all issues and facts in a moving paper. I highly endorse her, because of not only these abilities, but her extreme legal intellect as well. You will be in good hands with Ms. Widner as your counsel because she not only has these aforementioned talents, but is hard working attorney who will go the extra mile for her clients.
William Parry, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 10, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I strongly endorse Ms. Widner's work. She is an exceedingly bright, and hard-working attorney who always has her client's best interests at heart, and is not afraid to put in the hard work and go the extra mile.
Jonathan Rooker, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I first met Ms. Widner in Law School. She was one of the members of her class that excelled from the begining. She earned high marks, was a member of the prestigius Ag Law Review, and carried a heavy workload. She gained real life experience while interning at one the top criminal Defense firms in the valley, and carried that momentum directly into her profession. She's a rising star in Fresno area criminal defense!
Jeffrey Hammerschmidt, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 21, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Christina began working for our firm while she was still in law school. We offered her a position as an associate before she took the bar exam. Immediately upon passing the bar she began handling court hearings. She is already an excellent attorney who is an extremely hard worker whom I can rely on for consistently superior work. She is already able to handle complex legal matters that are usually reserved for attorneys with many more years experience.