Elizabeth Christina "Christy" Jack

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Nationally-recognized criminal trial attorney focused on serious cases.

Experience: 32 years

Daniel H. Benson Public Service Award, Best Lawyer in Dallas and 7 others

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Christy Jack is a nationally recognized trial attorney who has handled thousands of criminal cases during her 25-year 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. Nationwide, there are few who have her level of experience handling death penalty cases.

Prior to becoming a partner at the Fort Worth 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 Gregg Abbott later reappointed her to this position. Christy also recently completed her term as 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, lawyers and legislators about procedural law, law enforcement trends and criminal justice issues. She often lectures on capital murder and aggravated sexual assault.

Christy was recently awarded the Daniel H. Benson Public Service Award from Texas Tech Law Alumni Association. She was also recently featured in an episode of 48 Hours about an infamous Texas murder.

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

Texas

Since 1991

Professional Experience

2014 - 2015

Tarrant County District Attorney's Office

Litigation Expert

2013 - 2014

Tarrant County District Attorney's Office

Deputy Chief Prosecutor

1998 - 2013

Tarrant County District Attorney's Office

Chief Prosecutor

1994 - 1997

Tarrant County District Attorney's Office

Crimes Against Children Unit

1992 - 1994

Tarrant County District Attorney's Office

Felony Trial Division

1991 - 1992

Tarrant County Distrtict Attorney's Office

Misdemeanor Trial Division

Education

1991

Texas Tech University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1984 - 1988

Baylor University

B.A. (1988) | Business Administration, Marketing

Honors: Graduated Cum Laude

Awards

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Daniel H. Benson Public Service Award

Texas Tech Alumni Association

Best Lawyer in Dallas

D Magazine

Top Attorney

360 West Magazine

Sexual Assault Defense Attorneys

Varghese Summersett

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Top Attorney

Fort Worth Magazine

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Chris Marshall Award (co-recipient)

Texas District & County Attorneys Association

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Nominated as a Top Business Woman

Business Press

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Rising star

Texas Super Lawyers

Elizabeth Christina "Christy" Jack

Go-To Lawyer For Criminal Prosecution

Texas Lawyer Magazine

Contacts

Varghese Summersett 300 Throckmorton Street Suite 1650 Fort Worth TX 76102 Telephone: (817) 203-2220

Videos

Varghese Summersett PLLC | Criminal Defense Lawyers

Varghese Summersett PLLC is a state and federal criminal defense firm. Its principal office is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm brings together the expertise of former federal and state prosecutors who now defend individuals charged with the most serious criminal offenses. To learn more visit https://versustexas.com

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Should you take a polygraph?

If a detective asks you to take a polygraph, should you do it? Defense Attorney Christy Jack discusses a few things to keep in mind before making that critical decision.
#polygraph #liedetector #criminaldefense #policeinvestigation #VersusTexas
Varghese Summersett PLLC
https://www.versustexas.com

Board Certified Criminal Lawyers in Fort Worth, Texas. We handle state criminal cases in Tarrant County and surrounding counties. We also handle federal criminal cases across the country.

@versustexas

Major Practice Areas

Fort Worth DWI Lawyers: https://www.versustexas.com/fort-worth-dwi-lawyer/
Sexual Assault Defense: https://www.versustexas.com/sexual-assault-texas/
Federal Criminal Defense: https://www.versustexas.com/federal-criminal-defense/
Assault Attorneys: https://calendly.com/vstx/consultation-for-new-criminal-case

Attorneys:
Benson Varghese: https://www.versustexas.com/benson-varghese/
Anna Summersett: https://www.versustexas.com/anna-summersett/
Christy Jack: https://www.versustexas.com/christy-jack/
Letty Martinez: https://www.versustexas.com/letty-martinez/

Connect with Varghese Summersett
https://www.facebook.com/versustexas
https://twitter.com/versustexas
https://www.instagram.com/versustexas/

Channel Page:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwYfelc6h4G8Dj38fEz6iA

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What should you do if you're accused of a serious crime in Texas?

If you've been accused of a serious crime in Texas, the first thing you should do is stop talking. Attorney Christy Jack explains why. #criminaldefense #felony #criminalattorney

Varghese Summersett PLLC
https://www.versustexas.com

Board Certified Criminal Lawyers in Fort Worth, Texas. We handle state criminal cases in Tarrant County and surrounding counties. We also handle federal criminal cases across the country.

@versustexas

Major Practice Areas

Fort Worth DWI Lawyers: https://www.versustexas.com/fort-worth-dwi-lawyer/
Sexual Assault Defense: https://www.versustexas.com/sexual-assault-texas/
Federal Criminal Defense: https://www.versustexas.com/federal-criminal-defense/
Assault Attorneys: https://calendly.com/vstx/consultation-for-new-criminal-case
Drug Charges: https://versustexas.com/fort-worth-drug-lawyer/possession/
Robbery Defense: https://versustexas.com/fort-worth-theft-lawyer/robbery/aggravated/

Attorneys:
Benson Varghese: https://www.versustexas.com/benson-varghese/
Anna Summersett: https://www.versustexas.com/anna-summersett/
Christy Jack: https://www.versustexas.com/christy-jack/
Letty Martinez: https://www.versustexas.com/letty-martinez/
Robert Huseman: https://versustexas.com/attorneys/robert-huseman/
Steve Baker: https://versustexas.com/steve-baker/
Alex Thornton: https://versustexas.com/attorneys/alex-thornton/
Mitch Monthie: https://versustexas.com/attorneys/mitch-monthie/

Connect with Varghese Summersett
https://www.facebook.com/versustexas
https://twitter.com/versustexas
https://www.instagram.com/versustexas/

Channel Page:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwYfelc6h4G8Dj38fEz6iA

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Why a Proactive Defense is Your Best Defense

Attorney Christy Jack discusses why a proactive defense is your best defense.
#criminaldefense
Varghese Summersett PLLC
https://www.versustexas.com

Board Certified Criminal Lawyers in Fort Worth, Texas. We handle state criminal cases in Tarrant County and surrounding counties. We also handle federal criminal cases across the country.

@versustexas

Major Practice Areas

Fort Worth DWI Lawyers: https://www.versustexas.com/fort-worth-dwi-lawyer/
Sexual Assault Defense: https://www.versustexas.com/sexual-assault-texas/
Federal Criminal Defense: https://www.versustexas.com/federal-criminal-defense/
Assault Attorneys: https://calendly.com/vstx/consultation-for-new-criminal-case

Attorneys:
Benson Varghese: https://www.versustexas.com/benson-varghese/
Anna Summersett: https://www.versustexas.com/anna-summersett/
Christy Jack: https://www.versustexas.com/christy-jack/
Letty Martinez: https://www.versustexas.com/letty-martinez/

Connect with Varghese Summersett
https://www.facebook.com/versustexas
https://twitter.com/versustexas
https://www.instagram.com/versustexas/

Channel Page:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwYfelc6h4G8Dj38fEz6iA

Learn more at https://versustexas.com or by calling (817) 203-2220

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What's the difference between a capital murder trial and a murder trial?

Christy Jack is known throughout the country for the homicide cases she's handled. Find out the difference between a capital murder and a murder, or felony, trial.
#murder #capitalmurder #criminaldefense #versustexas
Varghese Summersett PLLC
https://www.versustexas.com

Board Certified Criminal Lawyers in Fort Worth, Texas. We handle state criminal cases in Tarrant County and surrounding counties. We also handle federal criminal cases across the country.

@versustexas

Major Practice Areas

Fort Worth DWI Lawyers: https://www.versustexas.com/fort-worth-dwi-lawyer/
Sexual Assault Defense: https://www.versustexas.com/sexual-assault-texas/
Federal Criminal Defense: https://www.versustexas.com/federal-criminal-defense/
Assault Attorneys: https://calendly.com/vstx/consultation-for-new-criminal-case

Attorneys:
Benson Varghese: https://www.versustexas.com/benson-varghese/
Anna Summersett: https://www.versustexas.com/anna-summersett/
Christy Jack: https://www.versustexas.com/christy-jack/
Letty Martinez: https://www.versustexas.com/letty-martinez/

Connect with Varghese Summersett
https://www.facebook.com/versustexas
https://twitter.com/versustexas
https://www.instagram.com/versustexas/

Channel Page:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwYfelc6h4G8Dj38fEz6iA