The Hon. Chrystal L. Krier is a judge for the 18th Judicial District Court of Kansas. She was appointed to the bench by Governor Laura Kelly on April 4, 2023, filling a vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon. Kevin O’Connor.
The 18th Judicial District encompasses Sedgwick County.
Prior to her appointment, Krier was a partner at Cotton & Krier.
Krier earned a bachelor’s degree from Wichita State University in 1987. She then completed a J.D. at Washburn University School of Law in 1992.
Her memberships have included the Kansas Civil Service Board.