Criminal Defense Firm Takes On New Identity
Dallas’ Tom Mills & Associates Officially Becomes Mills & Williams

(Dallas) Tom Mills & Associates, L.L.P., a law firm devoted exclusively to complex criminal defense litigation, has formally changed its name to Mills & Williams, L.L.P., to reflect the contributions of managing partner Christie N. Williams.

Ms. Williams, who joined the firm in 1999, has developed a statewide reputation as an accomplished trial attorney with lead counsel experience in federal and state criminal cases. That reputation helped earn her a spot on D Magazine’s 2002 list of Best Lawyers Under 40. It also helped simplify name partner Thomas Mills’ decision on the firm’s new name.

“Christie is a remarkably talented and driven attorney whom I am proud to practice with,” he says. “When I looked over what she has accomplished and what she means to this firm, making her a name partner was an obvious choice.”

Board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Ms. Williams’ recent noteworthy representations include an acquittal in an EPA defense involving allegations of lab fraud, a local taxi company charged with bribery, and the alleged killer of Madalyn Murray O’Hair.

Prior to joining Mills & Williams, she served for six years as a Dallas County Assistant DA and two years in the Public Integrity Division prosecuting crimes relating to the public trust. She also served as the legislative liaison for the DA’s office during the 1999 legislative session, testifying before House and Senate committees and drafting legislation relating to criminal law.

Devoted exclusively to complex criminal defense litigation, Mills & Williams L.L.P. is a law firm focused on helping its clients navigate the criminal justice system. The firm’s website can be found at www.millsandwilliams.com.

Copyright 2005 Mills & Williams, L.L.P.