Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Michael Dickens to the 477th Judicial District Court in Denton County. Dickens will serve until December 31, 2026, or until a successor is elected and qualified.
Michael Dickens currently serves as an assistant district attorney for the Denton County Criminal District Attorney’s Office. He is involved with several professional organizations, including the State Bar of Texas and the Texas District & County Attorneys Association. He also participates in local initiatives such as the Denton County Sexual Assault Response Team and previously contributed to the Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County Multidisciplinary Team.
In addition to his legal career, Dickens is active in community activities. He is a member of the Denton High School Tennis Booster Club and has served as a mentor for Communities in Schools of North Texas. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Texas State University and a Juris Doctor from Texas Tech University School of Law.
