Hon. Maria Aceves

Judge Maria Aceves is the presiding judge of the 192nd Civil District Court in Dallas County. Prior to her judicial appointment, she was an award-winning civil litigation attorney specializing in personal injury cases and handled numerous guardian ad litem appointments. She has been recognized for her community involvement and legal achievements, including being named one of D Magazine’s Women of Influence in 2023 and a Woman of Distinction by the Dallas Hispanic Bar Association in 2022.

Experience:
- Presiding Judge, 192nd Civil District Court, Dallas County, Texas, January 2023-Present.- Owner, Aceves Law, PLLC, November 2017-December 2022.- Attorney, Crain, Lewis, Brogdon, LLP, November 2016-November 2017.

Education:
- B.A., Southern Methodist University, International Studies.- J.D., SMU Dedman School of Law.

Professional Affiliations:
- Avance North Texas Board of Directors.- Dallas Hispanic Bar Association.- Dallas Bar Association.- Mac Taylor Inn of Court.- Texas Latinx Judges.