Kristen D. Williams

Kristen D. Williams

also known as Kristen Drew Spires

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 11 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2014

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Licensed in Tennessee for 13 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2012

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Kristen D. Williams's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Emily | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceeded Expectations

Was extremely helpful and explained everything. You can tell she really cares about her clients and does her best to work with you.

Posted by Jeff | June 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing attorney

We hired Kristen Williams a few years ago and she has represented me in multiple cases. She worked with the DA to ensure the best possible outcome in my cases. She has always been willing to work with us and responds in a timely manner to calls/texts/emails. She comes highly recommended by us!

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceeded our expectations!!

Kristen was amazing in helping my husband. My husband is a military veteran who suffers from PTSD. He was looking at a list of felonies that resulted from his disability. She was able to help the D.A. and the court to see beyond his charges and show how this condition does not define him as a man. Al...l felonies were dropped and he received probation for a misdemeanor. The Judge was fair and understanding and was willing to work with Kristen because of her expertise and her hard work. Chattanooga needs more attorneys like Kristen. My husband and I are eternally grateful for her!

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Never thought expungement would be this simple!

I can't speak highly enough of Ms. Williams. I had two charges on my record that I wanted expunged. After doing a ton of research on the process, I decided it would be best to get a lawyer to guide me through it. Ms. Williams was recommended to me, and she immediately responded after my initial e-mai...l to her. I had several questions and concerns about the process, and since I no longer live in Chattanooga, she called me for a consultation. She answered all of my questions, explained the process and reviewed her fee (which is extremely fair). Once payment for hire was completed through their secure payment portal, she got both records expunged in ONE MONTH. She took care of all of the paperwork, got approval from the DA and then final approval from the judge. She took care of everything. I did not have to travel back to Chattanooga to appear in court or fill out any paperwork. Ms. Williams is absolutely wonderful to work with and kept me informed during the entire process. Nobody enjoys court-related matters, but Ms. Williams made this an absolute positive experience for me. Thank you Ms. Williams for everything!

Posted by Rob | January 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Rob / Client

Has we all know .You have Attorney’s that will actually help you.And you have good Attorneys That Will go the extra mile.I had 4 serious Charges.I sit with my Attorney and firm great people always nice and returned all my phone calls.And believed what I told them.That I was not at fault.Therefore Kr...isten Williams My Attorney took it to heart and all my charges were dropped.No court cost no nothing dropped and over with.And she always kept my family informed of my well being.They were straight forward,honest,And kept it all on the table no Hidden agendas .So as a client I was very well pleased.I hope for you folks that want to be represented by a great LAW FIRM .YOU MAKE YOUR ON CHOICE . STERN & WILLIAMS .But I as a former client made the right choice.I CAN NOT TELL YOU WHO TO CALL BUT I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THESE FOLKS.And they go the extra mile thank you God bless and I wish you all luck .

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Kristen D. Williams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Fisher Wise

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As a former prosecutor, Kristen has lucid insight into the cases of her clients. She is brilliant, meticulous and well-spoken. I highly recommend her."

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Samuel Byrd

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a local criminal defense lawyer, I often worked with Kristen when she was prosecuting my clients. I always found her to be well prepared, courteous, and reasonable. She is well liked by defense attorneys and court personnel alike. Although she will be missed as a reasonable and diligent prosecutor, she is a welcome addition to the defense bar. No doubt her past experience as a prosecutor will provide valuable insights for the defense of her clients."

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Joshua Weiss

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege to know Ms. Williams as both a prosecutor and as a criminal defense attorney. Without question, Ms. Williams is an intelligent, competent, and diligent attorney and advocate. More importantly, she is well-respected by judges and attorneys in the legal community. I endorse Ms. Williams without hesitation."

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R. Best

Family lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Williams is a knowledgeable and respected attorney in the Chattanooga area. She fights hard to get he best results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation!"

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Natalie Haymond

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Williams is a dedicated and thorough attorney. She is incredibly experienced, and represents all of her clients well."

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Matthew Brock

Family lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Kristen in several capacities. I have been at the opposing table when she served as Assistant District Attorney and most recently as she has taken on a plaintiff's practice. She brings years of experience that I believe will bode well for any client in a tough situation. Not only is she intelligent but she is easy to get along with and a caring person. Both qualities are paramount when entering to an attorney/client relationship. I absolutely endorse Mrs. Williams!"

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Meredith Mochel

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kristen Williams is a brilliant and diligent criminal defense lawyer. Her clients are in the best of hands."

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Zachary Newman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Weiss

Criminal defense lawyer

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Samuel Byrd

Criminal defense lawyer

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R. Best

Criminal defense lawyer

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Natalie Haymond

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Finlay

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Brock

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lee Davis

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Stern & Williams, PLLC

2012 - Present

STLA - Mock Trial Coach, Georgia State University School Of Law

2012 - 2016

Assistant District Attorney, Hamilton County District Attorney's Office

2011 - 2012

Paralegal, Hamilton County District Attorney's Office

2011 - 2011

Legal Extern, DeKalb County District Attorney General

2007 - 2011

Legal Intern, Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Chattanooga Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Georgia State University College of Law Student Trial Lawyer's Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI Dismissal

Case pled to misdemeanor non DUI traffic offense

A Felony Dismissed

Case Dismissed

Felonies Reduced

Felony forgery cases reduced to misdemeanors.

Aggravated Burglary Dismissed

All charges dismissed

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Education

2012

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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