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Kristy Blanchard is an accomplished family law attorney in Waco, Texas. She has a reputation for providing clients with zealous yet compassionate representation, both in the courtroom and during settlement proceedings, especially in cases dealing with a child’s welfare or other underdog individuals. Her compassion and thorough preparation have won her a place as one of the top lawyers in Texas for nine straight years in Texas Monthly and within the current issue list of Best Lawyers in America®. Mrs. Blanchard serves as Immediate Past President of the Texas Young Lawyers Association, as a Trustee for the State Bar Private Insurance Exchange, and as an Executive Director of the State Bar of Texas. She also serves on the board of directors for Texas Lawyers for Children, a non-profit organization that provides statewide assistance to judges and attorneys who handle abuse and neglect cases.
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Licensed in Texas for 21 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2004
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Location
Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC - Main Office
205 M-B Industrial Dr., Woodway, TX, 76712
Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC - Temple Office
3500 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Suite 202, Temple, TX, 76504
Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC - Dallas Office
3700 River Walk Dr, Ste 155, Flower Mound, TX, 75028
Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC - Marlin Office
142 Bridge Street, Marlin, TX, 76661
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Kristy is great!
I love Kristy!!! She was awesome and had great communication. She fixed what another lawyer screwed up, and in such a short amount time. I would go back to her over and over! She truly cares and knows her stuff! She was always prepared and answered any time I needed her! I recommend her to anyone! Go...
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2013
Top Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Top Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2011
Top Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2011
Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program’s Finest, Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program
2010
Top Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2009
Top Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2009
President's Award of Merit, Texas Young Lawyers Association
2008
Top Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2007
Top Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC
2004 - 2014
Associate, Koons Fuller, P.C.
1999 - 2000
Intern, United Stated Federal District Court
Associations
Dallas Women Lawyers Association
Member
Collaborative Professionals of Dallas
Member
The Collaborative Law Institute of Texas
Member
Dallas Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
2015 - 2016
Texas Loves ChildrenBoard Member
2015 - 2016
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationImmediate Past President
2013 - 2014
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationPast President
2012 - 2015
State Bar of TexasExecutive Director
2012 - 2015
Texas Family Law FoundationMember
2012 - 2015
State Bar of Texas Executive CommitteeDirector
2012 - 2015
State Bar Private Insurance ExchangeTrustee
2011 - 2011
Collin County Bench Bar ConferenceChair
2011 - 2012
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationVice President
2010 - 2011
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationSecretary
2009 - 2014
Collin County Bar AssociationDirector
2009 - 2014
Dallas Association of Young LawyersBoard of Directors
2008 - 2014
Collin County Bench Bar FoundationDirector
2008 - 2012
Low Income Texans CommitteeImmediate Past President
2008 - 2013
Family Law/Seniors Outreach/Children’s RightsImmediate Past President
2008 - 2013
On Line Member ServicesImmediate Past President
2005 - 2014
Collin County Young Lawyers AssociationDirector
2005 - 2015
Dallas Association of Young LawyersFellow
Education
2004
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2000
University of North Texas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Dallas Association of Young Lawyers CLE
The Little Voice
2009
35th Annual Advanced Family Law Course
Mechanics of Effective Cross Examination
2009
32nd Annual Marriage Dissolution Course
Discovery From Third Parties
2008
34th Annual Advanced Family Law Course
Trying and Defending the Contempt Case - Details, Details, Details
2006
Texas Advanced Paralegal Seminar
Alimony, Maintenance and Temporary Spousal Support
2004
SMU Dedman School of Law
The Practice of Family Law
Publications
2015
The Texas Young Lawyers Association
Family Law Toolbox
2014
The Texas Young Lawyers Association
Grievance & Malpractice 101
2014
The Texas Young Lawyers Association
Social Media 101
2013
The Texas Young Lawyers Association
What You Should Know About Your Child Abuse, Neglect or CPS Case
2010
The Texas Young Lawyers Association
Pro Se Divorce Handbook
2005
Half Moon LLC
Working With Divorce Clients and Opposing Counsel
2005
The Texas Young Lawyers Association
What to Expect in Texas Family Law Court
2005
Marriage Dissolution Institute
Defending and Enforcing Old Child Support Claims
2004
State Bar of Texas Advanced Family Law Course
High Tech Evidence, Websites, Hardrives
2004
General Practice Institute, Baylor University School of Law
Family Law Update - What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You
2004
Family Law: Ultimate Trial Notebook
Opening Statements and Closing Arguments
2004
Law Education Institute, Inc.
High Tech Evidence, How to Find It and Get It In
2002
Family Law Drafting Course
Creative Discovery
Languages
English