Christy Jack is a nationally recognized trial attorney who has handled thousands of criminal cases during her legal career — first as a prosecutor and now as a highly sought-after criminal defense attorney. She has tried more than 200 cases before a jury, ranging from sexual assault to capital murder.
Prior to becoming a partner at the Fort Worth criminal defense firm of Varghese Summersett, Christy served as a prosecutor for more than two decades in the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office. She was highly regarded by three administrations and rose to the rank of Deputy Chief, becoming one of only five attorneys on the 325-member staff with that supervisory title and role.
Recognized by former Governor Rick Perry for her experience in sexual assault cases, Christy was appointed in 2011 to head the Governing Board of Texas Civil Commitment Office, which is responsible for overseeing the state's most violent sex offenders. Governor Greg Abbott reappointed her to this position, which she still holds today. Christy is also a former past-Chair of the Criminal Justice Section of the State Bar of Texas, which is made up of more than 3100 criminal practitioners across the state of Texas.
When she is not in the courtroom, Christy can often be found sharing her knowledge and experience with others. She is frequently called upon to speak to students and lawyers about procedural law, law enforcement trends and criminal justice issues.
Christy was has received numerous awards and accolades during her career, including the Daniel H. Benson Public Service Award from Texas Tech Law Alumni Association. She was also named a Great Woman of Texas by the Fort Worth Business Press, a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, and a Best Lawyer by D Magazine. She has also been named a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine and 360 West magazine every year since going into private practice.
Her courtroom skills and expertise have led to appearances on 48 Hours, Dateline, Investigation Discovery, Cold Case, Forensic Files and Court TV.
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