Kristen Gavigan Available Now

Kristen Gavigan is a Senior Trial Attorney at Barbieri Law Firm who focuses her practice on defending individuals facing serious criminal charges throughout Texas. With a reputation for meticulous preparation, strong courtroom advocacy, and compassionate client care, Kristen is committed to protecting the rights and futures of those navigating the criminal justice system. Kristen represents clients in a wide range of cases, including drug offenses, assault allegations, and complex felony matters involving serious accusations. She approaches each case with a strategic, detail-oriented mindset, carefully analyzing evidence, identifying weaknesses in the State’s case, and developing tailored defense strategies designed to achieve the best possible outcome. Her dedication to criminal defense was shaped early in her career through work with the Innocence Project of Texas, where she gained firsthand exposure to the devastating impact of wrongful convictions. That experience reinforced her belief that every person deserves a rigorous defense and fair treatment under the law. Kristen also brings valuable insight from internships with the Tarrant County and Dallas County District Attorney’s Offices, giving her perspective on how prosecutors build cases and allowing her to anticipate opposing strategies in defense litigation. Kristen earned her Juris Doctor from Texas Tech University School of Law, where she excelled in advocacy and trial competitions at the national and state level. She was inducted into the National Order of the Barristers and recognized for outstanding oral advocacy. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University, graduating summa cum laude. Kristen is a member of the State Bar of Texas and several criminal defense organizations, and she is known for her unwavering commitment to standing beside clients during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.