Law Office of Kerri Anderson Donica

05/11/2026

How can individuals protect and prove their claims in divorce proceedings?

Evidence is everything.

04/10/2026

4 circumstances that raises the stakes of a DUI

When a charge becomes far more serious

03/09/2026

Illegal searches can result in evidence thrown out of court.

Fundamental Texas rights.

02/02/2026

From joint obligation to single responsibility — the realities of divorce.

Refinancing and other crucial steps.

01/08/2026

Calling 911 during an overdose can shield someone from certain charges, but only if the law’s conditions are met.

What protections does the law offer?

12/02/2025

Can kids pick which parent they’ll live with when parents split?

What does Texas law say?

11/12/2025

3 consequences of a DWI often overlooked

Effects that last beyond the courtroom.

10/31/2025

Thankful for our office family! Let’s keep making it happen

10/08/2025

Uncertainty fades when action begins.

Future-protecting steps.

09/26/2025

A reminder to register and join us next week for our September CLE - “Criminal Law at the Crossroads: Success, Ethics, and Professionalism from Both Sides of the Bar”

Success in criminal law demands more than sharp trial skills—it requires integrity, professionalism, and the ability to navigate the ethical challenges that define our practice. In this dynamic panel discussion, three of Texas’s most accomplished practitioners—Cynthia Garza (Dallas County District Attorney’s Office, Conviction Integrity Unit/Innocence Project), Heather Barbieri (criminal defense attorney and former President of TCDLA), and Kerri Anderson Donica (City Attorney, Navarro County Attorney, and past President of TCDLA)—bring their unique perspectives from prosecution and defense to the table. Moderated by Judge Audrey Moorehead, this conversation will engage candidly with the issues lawyers face in pursuing justice while maintaining the highest professional standards.

The panel will explore what it takes to succeed in criminal practice, balancing zealous advocacy with the duties of candor, fairness, and respect for the system. Through real-world scenarios, war stories, and lessons learned, the speakers will examine the professional challenges that confront both prosecutors and defense lawyers—where the stakes are highest and lives are on the line.

Attendees will walk away with practical insights on:

🔹Building a sustainable and successful criminal practice.
🔹Maintaining credibility with courts, juries, and opposing counsel.
🔹Avoiding ethical pitfalls in plea negotiations, client communications, and case investigation.
🔹Understanding how ethics and professionalism directly impact case outcomes and long-term reputation.

Our panelists’ wealth of experience will ground the conversation in practical, ethics-based guidance, making this program essential for any lawyer who wants to thrive in criminal law while safeguarding their professional reputation.

1.0 hr MCLE Ethics Credit

Tuesday, September 30th | 12:00pm
Arts District Mansion

REGISTER HERE:
https://dallaswomenlawyers.org/events/criminal-law-cle-09-2025/