Kristin Brown
Criminal Defense Attorney--Trials, Appeals, Habeas at The Law Office of Kristin R. Brown, PLLC- Claim this Profile
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Valerie Kruse
In the years I have known Kristin, I can unequivocally say that she is helpful, hard-working and successful. In the course of law school, she has demonstrated leadership qualities that few possess: She has maintained a high ranking in her class, earned a position on Law Review, and served as a mentor to underclassmen in the Academic Support program, among other achievements. In addition, in a highly adversarial environment like law school, Kristin has remained cooperative and friendly, always willing to answer questions and offer guidance to fellow students. Kristin has also remained highly motived throughout law school by being a leader in the activities in which she participates, while at the same time not overextending or overcommitting herself. I am proud to call Kristin a friend and colleague now, and look forward to our continued relationship in the future.
Jeremy Wood
Beka and I were chatting yesterday and we agreed, hands down, that you display an almost uncanny knack for the law. By far, you are an exceptional attorney-in-waiting and it has been nothing but an honor and a privilege to work with you. Your work is always top notch and you’ve had a definite impact on our success in Court 5. So let me take this opportunity to earnestly thank you for all of your hard work!
Valerie Kruse
In the years I have known Kristin, I can unequivocally say that she is helpful, hard-working and successful. In the course of law school, she has demonstrated leadership qualities that few possess: She has maintained a high ranking in her class, earned a position on Law Review, and served as a mentor to underclassmen in the Academic Support program, among other achievements. In addition, in a highly adversarial environment like law school, Kristin has remained cooperative and friendly, always willing to answer questions and offer guidance to fellow students. Kristin has also remained highly motived throughout law school by being a leader in the activities in which she participates, while at the same time not overextending or overcommitting herself. I am proud to call Kristin a friend and colleague now, and look forward to our continued relationship in the future.
Jeremy Wood
Beka and I were chatting yesterday and we agreed, hands down, that you display an almost uncanny knack for the law. By far, you are an exceptional attorney-in-waiting and it has been nothing but an honor and a privilege to work with you. Your work is always top notch and you’ve had a definite impact on our success in Court 5. So let me take this opportunity to earnestly thank you for all of your hard work!
Valerie Kruse
In the years I have known Kristin, I can unequivocally say that she is helpful, hard-working and successful. In the course of law school, she has demonstrated leadership qualities that few possess: She has maintained a high ranking in her class, earned a position on Law Review, and served as a mentor to underclassmen in the Academic Support program, among other achievements. In addition, in a highly adversarial environment like law school, Kristin has remained cooperative and friendly, always willing to answer questions and offer guidance to fellow students. Kristin has also remained highly motived throughout law school by being a leader in the activities in which she participates, while at the same time not overextending or overcommitting herself. I am proud to call Kristin a friend and colleague now, and look forward to our continued relationship in the future.
Jeremy Wood
Beka and I were chatting yesterday and we agreed, hands down, that you display an almost uncanny knack for the law. By far, you are an exceptional attorney-in-waiting and it has been nothing but an honor and a privilege to work with you. Your work is always top notch and you’ve had a definite impact on our success in Court 5. So let me take this opportunity to earnestly thank you for all of your hard work!
Valerie Kruse
In the years I have known Kristin, I can unequivocally say that she is helpful, hard-working and successful. In the course of law school, she has demonstrated leadership qualities that few possess: She has maintained a high ranking in her class, earned a position on Law Review, and served as a mentor to underclassmen in the Academic Support program, among other achievements. In addition, in a highly adversarial environment like law school, Kristin has remained cooperative and friendly, always willing to answer questions and offer guidance to fellow students. Kristin has also remained highly motived throughout law school by being a leader in the activities in which she participates, while at the same time not overextending or overcommitting herself. I am proud to call Kristin a friend and colleague now, and look forward to our continued relationship in the future.
Jeremy Wood
Beka and I were chatting yesterday and we agreed, hands down, that you display an almost uncanny knack for the law. By far, you are an exceptional attorney-in-waiting and it has been nothing but an honor and a privilege to work with you. Your work is always top notch and you’ve had a definite impact on our success in Court 5. So let me take this opportunity to earnestly thank you for all of your hard work!
Credentials
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Board Certification as a Specialist in Criminal Appellate Law
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationDec, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Board Certification as a Specialist in Criminal Law
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationDec, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Standardized Field Sobriety Test Practitioner
National Highway Transportation and Safety Board, course administered by Dr. Lance PlattDec, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Trained Mediator--Basic 40 hour course
Texas Wesleyan University School of LawJan, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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The Law Office of Kristin R. Brown, PLLC
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Criminal Defense Attorney--Trials, Appeals, Habeas
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Aug 2013 - Present
I vigorously defend those accused of both misdemeanor and felony level criminal offenses by the State of Texas and/or the United States. I zealously advocate for those under investigation, arrested and awaiting trial, or those who have been convicted and are wishing to appeal that conviction.My practice consists of trial work, appeals, and writs of habeas corpus, including death penalty work.
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President/ Managing Attorney
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Aug 2013 - Present
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Collin County District Attorney
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McKinney, Texas
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Appellate and Misdemeanor Divisions, Legal Intern
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Aug 2012 - May 2013
• Represent the State of Texas, Collin County, draft appellate briefs and assist in research for both trial and appellate cases to the Dallas Court of Appeals • Represent the State of Texas under third-year bar card as lead prosecutor in misdemeanor trials, pretrial motions, pleas, and motions to revoke probation or adjudicate guilt • Write briefs; memoranda of law; and findings of fact and conclusions of law • Represent the State of Texas, Collin County, draft appellate briefs and assist in research for both trial and appellate cases to the Dallas Court of Appeals • Represent the State of Texas under third-year bar card as lead prosecutor in misdemeanor trials, pretrial motions, pleas, and motions to revoke probation or adjudicate guilt • Write briefs; memoranda of law; and findings of fact and conclusions of law
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Harris Co. District Attorney's Office
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Houston, Texas
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Capital Trials Division, Intern
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May 2012 - Jul 2012
• Work directly with chief felony prosecutors • Represent the State of Texas under third-year bar card as lead prosecutor in misdemeanor trials, felony pretrial motions, pleas, and motions to revoke probation or adjudicate guilt • Assist with docket in felony court • Prepare arguments for motions to suppress and argue to court • Evaluate and prepare non-capital felony cases for indictment and trial • Work directly with chief felony prosecutors • Represent the State of Texas under third-year bar card as lead prosecutor in misdemeanor trials, felony pretrial motions, pleas, and motions to revoke probation or adjudicate guilt • Assist with docket in felony court • Prepare arguments for motions to suppress and argue to court • Evaluate and prepare non-capital felony cases for indictment and trial
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Collin County District Attorney
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McKinney TX
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Legal Intern, Misdemeanor Division
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Jan 2012 - Apr 2012
• Handle the majority of brief writing for motions and hearings • Research legal issues, draft memos, briefs, and motions, and assist in trial preparation and pre-trial motions • Observe and assist in pretrial hearings, appearances, and trials • Handle the majority of brief writing for motions and hearings • Research legal issues, draft memos, briefs, and motions, and assist in trial preparation and pre-trial motions • Observe and assist in pretrial hearings, appearances, and trials
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Judicial Staff at Tarrant County Criminal District Courts
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Fort Worth, Texas
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Judicial Law Clerk
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Jan 2012 - Apr 2012
• Assist with post-conviction writ docket • Research and analyze difficult legal issues and policy concerns • Observe court proceedings • Assist with post-conviction writ docket • Research and analyze difficult legal issues and policy concerns • Observe court proceedings
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Federal Judicial Intern, Hon. Amos Mazzant
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Dec 2011 - Dec 2011
• Research legal issues regarding social security and disability claim appeals • Research legal issues regarding motions filed in civil litigation • Courtroom observation during criminal and civil dockets • Research legal issues regarding social security and disability claim appeals • Research legal issues regarding motions filed in civil litigation • Courtroom observation during criminal and civil dockets
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Dale R. Rose, PLLC
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Law Clerk
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May 2011 - Aug 2011
• Research legal issues, draft memos, and assist in trial preparation for firm specializing in criminal, family, and personal injury law • Observe pretrial hearings, appearances, and trials • Prepare trial notebooks for criminal cases • Compile divorce packets depending on individual needs • Organize client files for civil litigation • Assist with juvenile detention hearings • Assist with misdemeanor and felony trials, pleas, and sentencing hearings • Research legal issues, draft memos, and assist in trial preparation for firm specializing in criminal, family, and personal injury law • Observe pretrial hearings, appearances, and trials • Prepare trial notebooks for criminal cases • Compile divorce packets depending on individual needs • Organize client files for civil litigation • Assist with juvenile detention hearings • Assist with misdemeanor and felony trials, pleas, and sentencing hearings
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Federal Judicial Intern, Hon. Amos Mazzant
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Jul 2011 - Jul 2011
• Research legal issues regarding social security and disability claim appeals • Courtroom observation during criminal and civil dockets • Research legal issues regarding social security and disability claim appeals • Courtroom observation during criminal and civil dockets
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Nolte, Drain and Rosenthal
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McKinney Texas
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Legal Intern
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May 2010 - Aug 2010
• Research legal issues and draft memorandum regarding post-conviction DNA testing, admissibility and suppression of evidence, and other criminal defense issues. • Observe pretrial hearings and appearances • Research legal issues and draft memorandum regarding post-conviction DNA testing, admissibility and suppression of evidence, and other criminal defense issues. • Observe pretrial hearings and appearances
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BKNB, Inc./Mid-State Communications, LLC
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McCook, NE and Sherman, TX
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President, CEO
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Aug 1999 - Oct 2009
• Create a team ranking among the top agents for Alltel Wireless in the nation • Double company in size, and quadruple in revenue, topping 8.5 million in annual sales • Create a unique system of training modules based on self-promotion • Train over 70 employees in Franklin Covey's Leadership and Seven Habits Programs • Create a team ranking among the top agents for Alltel Wireless in the nation • Double company in size, and quadruple in revenue, topping 8.5 million in annual sales • Create a unique system of training modules based on self-promotion • Train over 70 employees in Franklin Covey's Leadership and Seven Habits Programs
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Education
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2013 - 2014
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
Master of Laws (LLM), Trial Advocacy -
2014 - 2014
Trial Lawyers College ~ Dubois, Wyoming
Trial Advocacy -
2010 - 2013
Texas A&M University
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Magna Cum Laude -
2014 - 2017
University of Florida
Master's Degree, Forensic Science -
2009 - 2009
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of General Studies, Emphasis in Behavioral Sciences -
2016 - 2018
University of North Dakota
Master’s Degree (expected), Forensic Psychology
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