Kristen M. Fisher: Accomplished Advocate in Criminal, Traffic & Family Law
Kristen M. Fisher is a distinguished attorney with the Maryland & Virginia Law Offices of SRIS, PC, recognized for her substantial courtroom record and unwavering dedication to her clients across complex criminal defense, traffic violation, and family law matters. Her career is marked by significant litigation experience and a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape.
Forged through diverse life experiences, including time spent internationally before establishing roots in Maryland in 1994, Ms. Fisher brings a broad and insightful perspective to her practice. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2001, before earning her Juris Doctor from Rutgers School of Law in 2004. While at Rutgers, she actively cultivated her legal acumen through Moot Court participation and demonstrated a commitment to community service with the Pro Bono Bankruptcy Clinic. Her inherent strength in trial advocacy emerged during this period, cementing her path towards a litigation-focused career.
Ms. Fisher built a critical and invaluable foundation for her defense work during her tenure as an Assistant State’s Attorney in Maryland. In this capacity, she prosecuted a diverse array of criminal cases in both District and Circuit Courts. This firsthand experience provided her with profound insights into prosecutorial case construction, trial strategies, and courtroom dynamics – knowledge she now leverages to benefit her defense clients.
Since joining the Maryland & Virginia Law Offices of SRIS, PC in 2010, Ms. Fisher has consistently applied this extensive background to achieve positive results for individuals facing challenging legal situations. She skillfully represents clients in Maryland State and Federal Courts, as well as Virginia State Courts, showcasing her capabilities across multiple jurisdictions. Her practice involves the development of meticulous and robust defense strategies for a wide range of charges, including drug possession, assault, theft, solicitation, prostitution, and numerous traffic offenses. Through rigorous preparation, strategic negotiation, and compelling courtroom presentation, Ms. Fisher has secured numerous favorable outcomes, safeguarding the rights and futures of those she represents.
Beyond her criminal and traffic defense work, Ms. Fisher adeptly navigates the intricacies of sensitive family law proceedings, including divorce and child custody disputes within the State Circuit Courts. She approaches these personal matters with determination, diligence, and profound care for her clients’ well-being and objectives.
This unique combination of prosecutorial insight and dedicated defense practice affords Ms. Fisher a distinct strategic advantage. She possesses an exceptional ability to anticipate prosecutorial approaches, allowing her to construct powerful, tailored defenses aimed at achieving the optimal resolution for her clients. Underscoring her commitment to vigorous representation, a significant 75% of her practice is dedicated to litigation.
