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Alison Grinter Allen
DEMOCRAT
Alison Grinter Allen is running for Texas District Judge, District 282, Democratic Primary.
Personal background
Alison Grinter Allen is originally from Arlington, Texas. She earned a bachelor's degree in political science at the University of Houston and a law degree from Southern Methodist University. Alison lives with her husband and three kids in Dallas, Texas and volunteers at the Good Street Baptist Church Legal Clinic..
Professional background
Alison is the owner and criminal defense attorney for the Law Office of Alison Grinter. She previously worked as a public defender at the Dallas County Public Defender’s Office in the Mental Health division.
Political background
Alison previously ran for judge of the Dallas County Criminal District Court No. 3 in 2020, but did not win. She also ran for judge of the Dallas County Criminal District Court No. 6 in 2022, but did not win.
Legal Experience
As the owner and criminal defense attorney of the Law Office of Alison Grinter for 20 years, researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to over 10,000 clients in Dallas County, specializing in criminal defense.
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Judicial Administration
Supported prosecutors cutting more aggressive deals to clear backlogs, provided public safety is not at risk.
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Judicial Philosophy
Has focused her legal career on voting rights, freedom to protest, and maintaining humane jail and prison conditions.
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Ethics & Conduct
As of January 22, 2026, Alison Grinter Allen’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Community Involvement
Serves as a board member on the Dallas Community Police Oversight Board.
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