Carl Barrett Thomas

Carl Barrett Thomas

Fighting for families and freedom across Texas.
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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
Texas
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Partner
Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC
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First Assistant District Attorney
32nd Judicial District Attorney's Office
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Attorney
The Thomas Firm
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Adjunct Instructor
West Central Texas Council of Governments
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Chief of Police
Anson Police Department
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Assistant District Attorney
Taylor County District Attorney's Office
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Education
Texas Tech University School of Law
J.D. (2008) | Law
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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
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Hardin-Simmons University
B.B.S. (2001) | Communications / Bus. Admin.
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Awards
Distinguished Young Alumni
Hardin-Simmons University
Graduate of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D. Award)
Texas Tech School of Law
Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year Award
Abilene Young Lawyers Association
Bob Black Bar Leaders Award
Texas Tech University School of Law
Professional Associations
State Bar of Texas  # 24064493
Member
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Texas Young Lawyers Association
Immediate-Past President
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Texas District and County Attorneys Association
Member
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Texas Young Lawyers Association
President
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Texas Young Lawyers Association
President-Elect
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West Texas Children's Advocacy Center
Board Member
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Nolan County Community Justice Council
Board Member
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Nolan County Bar Association
Member
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Texas Young Lawyers Association
District 15 Director
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Abilene Young Lawyers Association
President
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West Texas Children's Advocacy Center
President
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Texas Young Lawyers Association
Executive Committee - Treasurer
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Abilene Young Lawyers Association
President-Elect
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Remaining Civil
TYLA eNews
Analysis of Local Enforcement of Federal Immigration Regulations
Prepared for presentation at the SWAC-J Annual Conference
Certifications
Master Peace Officer
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement Instructor
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
Websites & Blogs
Website
Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC
Contact & Map
Central Texas Office: McLennan, Waco, & Hill Counties
205 M-B Industrial Dr.
Woodway, TX 76712
Toll-Free: (866) 219-6119
Telephone: (254) 271-3550
Fax: (866) 332-4228
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 (Today)
Sunday: Closed
Bell County, Texas
Bell County Office
3500 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Suite 202
Temple, TX 76504
Toll-Free: (866) 219-6119
Fax: (866) 332-4228
North Texas Office: Dallas, Tarrant, Denton, Collin & Ellis Counties
North Texas Office
3700 River Walk Dr.
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Toll-Free: (866) 219-6119
Fax: (866) 332-4228
500 Chestnut St., Ste 1700
Abilene, TX 79602
Toll-Free: (866) 219-6119
Fax: (866) 332-4228