Carl Barrett Thomas
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Biography
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.
Practice Areas
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
DUI & DWI
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Juvenile Law
White Collar Crime
Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Rates, Retainers and Additional Information - Payment plans are accepted with collateral.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Assistant District Attorney Taylor County District Attorney's Office
Year: 2009 - 2010
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Chief of Police Anson Police Department
Year: 2010 - 2011
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Adjunct Instructor West Central Texas Council of Governments
Year: 2010 - 2015
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Attorney The Thomas Firm
Year: 2010 - 2015
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First Assistant District Attorney 32nd Judicial District Attorney's Office
Year: 2011 - 2015
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Partner Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC
Year: 2015 - Current
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Professional Associations
West Texas Children's Advocacy Center Board Member (2012 - 2015)
Texas Young Lawyers Association President-Elect (2014 - 2015)
Texas Young Lawyers Association Immediate-Past President (2016 - 2017)
Nolan County Community Justice Council Board Member (2012 - 2015)
Texas Young Lawyers Association President (2015 - 2016)
Nolan County Bar Association Member (2011 - 2015)
Texas District and County Attorneys Association Member (2009 - 2017)
Abilene Young Lawyers Association President (2013 - 2014)
West Texas Children's Advocacy Center President (2013 - 2014)
Texas Young Lawyers Association Executive Committee - Treasurer (2013 - 2014)
Abilene Young Lawyers Association President-Elect (2012 - 2013)
State Bar of Texas # 24064493 Member (2009 - Current)
Texas Young Lawyers Association District 15 Director (2011 - 2015)
Publications
Remaining Civil TYLA eNews (2012)
Analysis of Local Enforcement of Federal Immigration Regulations Prepared for presentation at the SWAC-J Annual Conference (2011)
Awards
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Bob Black Bar Leaders Award
Texas Tech University School of Law 2014.0
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Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year Award
Abilene Young Lawyers Association 2014.0
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Distinguished Young Alumni
Hardin-Simmons University 2020.0
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Graduate of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D. Award)
Texas Tech School of Law 2019.0
Education
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Hardin-Simmons University B.B.S. (2001) | Communications / Bus. Admin.
Year: 1997 - 2001
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Texas Tech University School of Law J.D. (2008) | Law
Year: 2006 - 2008
Honors: Rothwell B. Pool Scholarship Recipient R. Guy and Phillis Carter Endowed Scholarship Recipient Activities: Board of Barristers President, Texas Tech Criminal Trial Lawyer's Association
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Tarleton State University M.C.J. (2004) | Criminal Justice
Year: 2002 - 2003
Certifications
- Master Peace Officer: Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
Websites
https://www.blanchardthomas.com
Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC
North Texas Office: Dallas, Tarrant, Denton, Collin & Ellis Counties
North Texas Office, 3700 River Walk Dr., Flower Mound, TX 75028
(866) 332-4228
Central Texas Office: McLennan, Waco, & Hill Counties
205 M-B Industrial Dr., Woodway, TX 76712
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(866) 332-4228
Bell County, Texas
Bell County Office, 3500 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Suite 202, Temple, TX 76504
(866) 332-4228
500 Chestnut St., Ste 1700, Abilene, TX 79602
(866) 332-4228