TCDLA

Application for Membership to the Board of Directors
Applications are due November 2 by 5:00 PM

Any member of TCDLA in good standing who desires to submit an application to serve on the TCDLA Board of Directors or officer chain should complete an Application for Membership to Board of Directorsand forward it to [email protected]; fax to (512) 469-9107.

more information: https://www.tcdla.com/TCDLA/Resources/Board_Membership.aspx

🥃 Take your DWI defense skills to the next level!

Join TCDLA for the 22nd Annual Stuart Kinard Advanced DWI Seminar, November 5–6 at the historic Menger Hotel in San Antonio. Built for both new and seasoned attorneys, Kinard 2026 delivers advanced strategies and practical knowledge to help you tackle the latest challenges in DWI defense.

📅 November 5–6, 2026
📍 Menger Hotel | San Antonio, TX
💻 In-Person, Livestream, or On Demand
⚖️ 12.0 CLE | Including 1.0 Ethics

Sharpen your skills. Strengthen your defense. Don’t miss Kinard 2026!

👉 Register @ tcdla.com

⚖️ New Cases You Need to Know: A Monthly Update

Stay current on the cases shaping criminal defense practice! Join TCDLA and the Harris County Public Defender’s Appellate Division for a monthly look at the latest case law from the U.S. Supreme Court, Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, and intermediate courts of appeals.

📅 November 4, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM
💻 Live via Zoom
📚 1.0 CLE Hour

Get highlights on important new cases, emerging legal issues, and practical tips for putting new law to work for your clients. Open to defense lawyers across Texas.

👉 Learn more & register .com

Meet the leaders representing TCDLA! ⚖️

Behind every strong organization is a team dedicated to its members and its mission. Our TCDLA Officers are proud to serve, lead, and advocate for the criminal defense community across Texas.

We look forward to another year of working together, building connections, and continuing to be the Voice for the Defense.

🚨 It’s not too late to sign up!

Join TCDLA on Monday, September 21, from 12:00–1:00 PM for our roundtable, Ethical & Strategic Advocacy for LGBTQ+ Clients.

This discussion will explore practical strategies for providing thoughtful, ethical, and client-centered representation, including building trust, navigating sensitive issues, understanding evolving legal protections, and addressing challenges LGBTQ+ clients may face in the criminal legal system.

Bring your questions and experiences and join the conversation!

📅 September 21, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
💻 Roundtable

There’s still time to join us — sign up today @ tcdla.com

Leadership that serves. Experience that matters. A team committed to TCDLA. ⚖️

We’re proud to introduce the officers helping lead the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Each brings their own experience and perspective while sharing one goal—supporting our members and the criminal defense community throughout Texas.

Here’s to another great year of leadership, service, and being the Voice for the Defense!