Our Team
An attorney and staff dedicated to California post-conviction work.
Kristen J. Mason
Founding AttorneyCalifornia criminal appeals attorney with a practice devoted exclusively to direct appeals, habeas corpus, and post-conviction relief under California's new laws. Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2024–2026.
Danie McCreary
Firm ManagerDanie has over ten years of experience as a trial assistant and office manager in criminal defense practice. She keeps the firm organized and committed to its goals of client service and maximizing positive outcomes.
Katie Winchester
Head ParalegalKatie has an extensive background in courts and the law, including experience as a California Superior Court deputy court clerk and as an investigator for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Stephanie Maurice
Senior Intake ManagerStephanie leads the firm's intake process, serving as a critical first point of contact for potential clients and their families. She approaches every case with professionalism, empathy, and a commitment to respectful communication.
Sarah Potter
Intake ManagerSarah brings over a decade of clinical and administrative experience in healthcare. She works closely with clients and their loved ones to gather case information and explain the post-conviction process with honesty and a focus on realistic outcomes.
Gabby Garcia
Intake ManagerGabby guides potential clients and their families through the first steps of the case-review process, making sure every inquiry is heard, understood, and answered clearly.
Michael Alfi
Intake ManagerMichael manages the enormous volume of case records a post-conviction practice receives — including tens of thousands of pages of court transcripts — digitizing them for the firm's attorney and helping families begin the review process.
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