Carl Barrett Thomas

Carl Barrett Thomas

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  • 3700, River Walk Drive, Flower Mound, Denton County, Texas, 75028, USA, 205, M-B Industrial Drive, Waco, McLennan County, Texas, 76712, USA, 500, Chestnut Street, La Habra, Orange County, California, 90631, USA, Bell County, Texas, USA
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Criminal Law, Family Law

About:

Barrett Thomas is a family law and criminal law attorney in Waco, Texas. He practices with his partner, Kristy Blanchard, in courthouses across Texas. They have offices in Dallas, Waco, Temple, and Abilene. Barrett is a former police officer and assistant district attorney. He honed his skills as a litigator in the criminal courts. He has a knack for finding the truth, even when it has been intentionally concealed. He uses his investigative prowess to benefit his clients and see that they have the advantage in both settlement negotiations and trial. He is a past president of the Texas Young Lawyers Association, at 30,000-member organization for attorneys throughout the state. Mr. Thomas received the Graduate of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D.) award from Texas Tech University School of Law in 2017 and has been included in the Texas Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers® Magazine several times over. Mr. Thomas currently serves on the District 8 Grievance Committee for the State Bar of Texas and volunteers his time with multiple local charitable organizations. He also frequently teaches at several regional police academies and for several law enforcement agencies and is well-known for his knowledge and experience. View More ›

Jurisdiction:Texas (Since 2009)

Practice Area

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

Languages

English

Fees

No Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University School of Law
2008
B.S.
Hardin-Simmons University
2001
Tarleton State University
2004

Awards

Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year Award
Abilene Young Lawyers Association

Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year Award - Abilene Young Lawyers Association (2014)

2014
Distinguished Young Alumni
Hardin-Simmons University

Distinguished Young Alumni - Hardin-Simmons University (2020)

2020
Bob Black Bar Leaders Award
Texas Tech University School of Law

Bob Black Bar Leaders Award - Texas Tech University School of Law (2014)

2014
Graduate of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D. Award)
Texas Tech School of Law (2019)

Graduate of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D. Award) - Texas Tech School of Law (2019)

2019

Associations

President
West Texas Children's Advocacy Center
2013 - Present
Executive Committee - Treasurer
Texas Young Lawyers Association
2013 - Present
Member
State Bar of Texas# 24064493
2009 - Present
District 15 Director
Texas Young Lawyers Association
2011 - Present
Immediate-Past President
Texas Young Lawyers Association
2016 - Present
President-Elect
Texas Young Lawyers Association
2014 - Present
Board Member
West Texas Children's Advocacy Center
2012 - Present
President-Elect
Abilene Young Lawyers Association
2012 - Present
Board Member
Nolan County Community Justice Council
2012 - Present
Member
Nolan County Bar Association
2011 - Present
President
Abilene Young Lawyers Association
2013 - Present
Member
Texas District and County Attorneys Association
2009 - Present
President
Texas Young Lawyers Association
2015 - Present

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