Cristina Perez Hesano has been practicing law for over ten years in Arizona and has broad experience in various legal areas. Cristina primarily focuses her legal practice to bankruptcy, personal injury and wrongful death. \u00a0Cristina graduated Arizona State University with a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice and a Juris Doctorate from the Sandra Day O\u2019Connor School of Law.<\/p>\n
In 2010, Cristina established Perez Law Group, PLLC to provide dedicated and competent representation to individuals and businesses in bankruptcy, litigation and debt negotiation.\u00a0 In 2012, Cristina expanded her areas of practice and began representing clients in personal injury with the same zeal and dedication that had defined her career thus far. From auto accidents to breach of contract and debt defense, Cristina\u2019s commitment to fighting for her clients in a variety of practice areas has allowed Perez Law Group, PLLC to resolve several six-figure and seven-figure cases.<\/p>\n
Whether the case is big or small, straightforward or complex, Cristina is passionate about standing up for those who have been wronged \u2014 no case is small or simple to a client who has suffered injustice. \u00a0In her personal life, Cristina is a mother to two beautiful children and a faithful parishioner. \u00a0In her spare time, she teaches indoor cycling classes at the Gainey Village Health Club & Spa to stay in shape and keep in touch with the community.<\/p>\n
Education<\/h2>\n\n- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Political Science from Hofstra University<\/li>\n
- Juris Doctorate from Arizona State University, Sandra Day O\u2019Connor College of Law<\/li>\n
- Master of Arts in Criminal Justice from Arizona State University<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Professional Highlights<\/h2>\n\n- Admitted to practice in the State of Arizona<\/li>\n
- Admitted to practice in the United States District Court, District of Arizona<\/li>\n
- American Association for Justice 2019 \u2013 Present<\/li>\n
- American Association for Justice, Traumatic Brain Injury Section 2019 \u2013 Present<\/li>\n
- Arizona State Bar Association Trial Section Member, 2016 \u2013 Present<\/li>\n
- Arizona Association for Justice 2017 \u2013 Present<\/li>\n
- Arizona Bankruptcy American Inn of Court Member, 2013 \u2013 2018, 2019 \u2013 Present<\/li>\n
- Bankruptcy Section Executive Board Member, 2011 \u2013 Present<\/li>\n
- Bankruptcy Section Chair, State Bar of Arizona, 2016 \u2013 2017<\/li>\n
- Bankruptcy Section Diversity and Inclusion Chair, 2019 – Present<\/li>\n
- Board of Directors, Eve\u2019s Place, a non-profit program for domestic abuse survivors, 2012-2014<\/li>\n
- Young Lawyers Division Section Executive Council, 2011 \u2013 2013<\/li>\n
- Young Lawyers Division Section CLE Chairperson, 2011-2013<\/li>\n
- United States Bankruptcy Court, District of Arizona: ADR Panel Mediator 2015 \u2013 Present<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Recognition<\/h2>\n\n- 2020-2021, 2024 Best Lawyers\u00ae in America Recipient<\/li>\n
- 2023 Selected to Super Lawyers<\/li>\n
- 2021-2023 Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Recipient<\/li>\n
- 2021 U.S. News – Best Lawyers\u00ae “Best Law Firms” Recipient<\/li>\n
- 2020 “40 under 40” Honoree, American Bankruptcy Institute<\/li>\n
- \u00a02014-2015, 2017, 2019 Super Lawyers Rising Star Recipient<\/li>\n
- 2018 Litigation Chair for CLE by the Sea\u2019s Trial Track, Let\u2019s Get Practical: Litigation and Trial Practice Considerations for Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Actions.<\/li>\n
- 2017 The American Society of Legal Advocates, \u201cTop 40 Litigation Lawyer Under 40\u201d<\/li>\n
- 2016 American Jurist Institute \u201cTop Ten Bankruptcy Attorneys of Arizona”<\/li>\n
- 2015 Most Admired Law Firm 2015 Arizona Central Reader\u2019s Choice Award<\/li>\n
- 2015 \u201c10 Best\u201d Law Firms for Client Satisfaction in Arizona<\/li>\n
- 2015 National Advocates, \u201cTop 100 Lawyers\u201d<\/li>\n
- 2014 Co-Chair, State Bar of Arizona 2014 Convention, \u201cBankruptcy in Transition \u2013 Preparing for the Future\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n
- 2014 Volunteer Lawyers Program Outstanding Participation in Pro Bono Award<\/li>\n
- 2013 Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education, Top Pro Bono Attorneys Arizona<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Speaking Engagements<\/h2>\n\n- October 2019, Co-Coordinator, \u201cWho Me, A Bankruptcy Judge? Roadways to the Federal Bench.\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n
- July 2019, Panelist, 2019 ABI Southwest Conference, \u201cConsumer Cases in the Headlines\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n
- June 2019, Panelist, Panelist, State Bar of Arizona Convention, \u201cThe Power of Inclusion\u201d. <\/em><\/li>\n
- July 2018, Moderator, CLE by the Sea\u2019s Trial Track, \u201cLet\u2019s Get Practical: Litigation and Trial Practice Considerations for Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Actions.\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n
- July 2018, Panelist, Case Valuation: Tips and Tricks to Evaluate and Enhance Panelist, CLE by the Sea\u2019s, \u201cLet\u2019s Get Practical: Litigation and Trial Practice Considerations for Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Actions.\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n
- June 2018, Panelist, State Bar of Arizona Convention, \u201cImagine the Possibilities.\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n
- June 2016, Panelist, State Bar of Arizona Convention, \u201cAll Things Exciting in the World of Bankruptcy Today.\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n
- September 2015, Panelist, American Bar Association, \u201cBreaking the Bank\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n
- August 2015, Guest Speaker on \u201cI am the Law\u201d <\/em>for Law School Transparency<\/li>\n
- June 2015, Panelist, State Bar of Arizona 2015 Convention, \u201cWhere Have All The Bankruptcies Gone? Practicing In Today\u2019s World\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Other Interests<\/h2>\n\n- Completed the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, STAR-A Systematic Approach to Mediation Resolution, at Pepperdine University School of Law, 2013<\/li>\n
- Court Appointed Panel Mediator, Justice Courts of Arizona, Maricopa County, 2014 \u2013 2017<\/li>\n
- Court Appointed Panel Mediator, US Bankruptcy Court, District of Arizona, 2015 \u2013 2019<\/li>\n
- Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor<\/li>\n
- Certified in CPR\/AED<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Other Languages<\/h2>\n\n- Spanish<\/li>\n
- English<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
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