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DALLAS COUNTY ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.

THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 22.02 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $29.08.

Hon. Tonya Parker, Presiding

George L. Allen, Sr. Courts Building – 600 Commerce Street, 6th Floor New Tower, Dallas, TX 75202
Court Phone: (214) 653-6015
E-mail: stownsend@dallascourts.org


Judge Parker was elected in 2010.  Prior taking the bench she was a trial attorney and litigator for more than a decade in complex commercial and tort litigation cases, where she prosecuted and defended matters on behalf of individuals and corporations.

Judge Parker is an active member of several local bar associations and community groups. She is committed to increasing civility and professionalism in the bar, as well as meaningful mentorship opportunities for law students and young lawyers.