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Twana Allen earned a business degree from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and a law degree from the University of Oklahoma City. She is active with Concord Church

Twana is a family law attorney. She works at the Law Office of Twana W. Allen, where she has represented children and parents in both private family law matters and cases involving the State of Texas for over 20 years. She previously worked as a partner at West & Associates, LLP, and worked with the Federal Aviation Administration while attending law school.

Twana is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Twana W. Allen. She previously worked as a partner at West & Associates, LLP, and worked with the Federal Aviation Administration. She has over 20 years of legal experience.

Twana Allen’s campaign for Texas District Judge, District 301 is her first entry into politics.

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Twana Allen’s campaign for Texas District Judge, District 301, is her first entry into politics.

As a family law attorney, she represents children and parents in both private family law matters and cases involving the State of Texas.

- As a family law attorney, she represents children and parents in both private family law matters and cases involving the State of Texas.

Legal Experience

Promises to bring "transparency to the office," so that others who deal with court will understand what to expect on a consistent basis.

- Promises to bring "transparency to the office," so that others who deal with court will understand what to expect on a consistent basis.

Judicial Administration

Claims she will bring "trust, thoughtfulness, and transparency" to serve the citizens of Dallas County.

- Claims she will bring "trust, thoughtfulness, and transparency" to serve the citizens of Dallas County.

Judicial Philosophy

As of January 22, 2026, Twana Allen’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Been a featured speaker or presenter at schools, community forums, professional programs, and youth gatherings on topics such as family violence, cultural competence, leadership, and career readiness.

- Member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
- Been a featured speaker or presenter at schools, community forums, professional programs, and youth gatherings on topics such as family violence, cultural competence, leadership, and career readiness.

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Twana Allen

Has 20 years of experience in family law.

Is a member of Concord Church, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. , and the Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas.

- District judges manage Texas district courts, which are trial courts with general jurisdiction, and have exclusive authority over felony cases. A judge may be presiding over a civil, criminal, juvenile, or special court. They also share jurisdiction with Texas county courts.
- Texas has over 470 district courts, each presided over by a single judge. Some courts cover multiple counties, while others are assigned to single counties based on population size.
- District judges are elected through partisan elections for four-year terms. Candidates must be between 25 and 75 years old, have lived in the district for at least 2 years, and be licensed lawyers with at least 4 years' experience.
- The annual salary for district judges ranges from $175,000 to $245,500, depending on years of service.