Judge Burt Carnes - Professional Background & Legal Expertise

Biography

The Hon. Burt Carnes (Ret.) served as a judge for the 368th District Court of Texas in Williamson County. Carnes was appointed to the bench by former Governor Bill Clements on September 1, 1989. He retired on October 31, 2013.

Prior to his appointment, Carnes worked as a partner at Hejl & Carnes since 1979. Before that, he served as an assistant district attorney in the Office of the District Attorney for Dallas County and Travis County.

Carnes earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Texas at Austin in 1972. Then, in 1976, he completed a J.D. at the University of Texas at Austin School of Law.

His memberships have included the Williamson County Bar Association and the Texas Bar Foundation.

As the son of fourth-generation Texans, Carnes has an ancestor who served the Texas Republic as a Texas Ranger. His grandfather was the Sheriff of Wilson County and his father was an FBI Special Agent. When he was fifteen years old, his family moved to Central Texas from New Mexico, where he graduated from Reagan High School.

He is registered as a Republican.

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Michele Yule vs. Tyrone Yule

On March 26, 2012 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Mar 26, 2012

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Sherry Shook vs Jimmy Anderson Jarrett

On January 7, 2010 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Jan 07, 2010

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Appealed

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Williamson County, TX

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Therese L. Cooley and Ron C. Cooley vs. Alexander Phillips

On January 9, 2009 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Jan 09, 2009

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Dismissal

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Brent Amos And Patricia Amos Vs. David Neal Mucha, Jr. And Kristy Mucha

On June 2, 2005 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Jun 02, 2005

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Transfer

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Apr 06, 2010

Teco-Westinghouse Motor Company Vs. Williamson County Appraisal District

On August 21, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Aug 21, 2002

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Stipulated Judgment

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Ex Parte Warren Confer

On August 19, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Aug 19, 2002

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Closed

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Pedro Flores Vs. Calvert Concrete Products, Inc.

On August 6, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Aug 06, 2002

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Want of Prosecution

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Jan 09, 2024

In Re: Order For Foreclosure Concerning Tammi R. Henry 509 East Logan Street Round Rock, Texas 78664

On July 18, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 18, 2002

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Closed

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Jan 20, 2023

Superior Bank Fsb, N/K/A Superior Federal Bank, Fsb, Acting By And Through System & Services Technologies, Inc., vs. Janie Contreras

On July 18, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 18, 2002

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Default Judgment

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Jan 04, 2024

Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation Vs. Apolinaria Montes

On July 15, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 15, 2002

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Default Judgment

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Jan 04, 2024

The State Of Texas Vs. Carol Ann Chambers, Principal And David Wells & Allegheny Mutual Casualty Co., D/B/A David'S Bail Bonds, Surety

On July 15, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 15, 2002

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Dismissal

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Jan 04, 2024

State Of Texas Vs. Olivia Paloma

On July 11, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Jul 11, 2002

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Want of Prosecution

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Jan 04, 2024

Warren Manley Vs. Mendota Insurance Company

On July 11, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 11, 2002

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Want of Prosecution

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Jan 04, 2024

Morrison Supply Company Vs. American Multi-Housing Partnerships, Inc. And Agape Round Rock Housing, Inc.

On July 10, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Jul 10, 2002

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Want of Prosecution

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Jan 04, 2024

Garry Johnson And Rena Johnson Vs. Fortress Group, Inc. D/B/A Wilshire Homes, And Christianson Service Company

On July 10, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 10, 2002

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Dismissal

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Jan 03, 2024

Leander Independent School District Et Al Vs. Lee Potter Aka Lee Ann Potter Dba Awesome Tires And Wheels

On July 9, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 09, 2002

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Dismissal

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Feb 23, 2024

Jean Fuqua Vs. Salley E. Langehennig

On July 8, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 08, 2002

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Judgment (Other)

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Jan 03, 2024

Glenn Hawks And Barbara Hawks Vs. Pro Water Systems, Inc.

On July 8, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Jul 08, 2002

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Default Judgment

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Jan 03, 2024

A & B Construction, Inc. Vs. Burris Construction, Inc.

On July 2, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Jul 02, 2002

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Closed

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Jan 03, 2024

Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, Fka Morwest Bank Minnesota Et Al Vs. Kelli Archer

On July 1, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 01, 2002

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Default Judgment

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Jan 03, 2024

Felix Aguirre And Jaime Hernandez Vs. Keith W. Mueller And Ctabs, Inc., Aka "Central Texas Auto Body Supply"

On July 1, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jul 01, 2002

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Judgment (Other)

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Jan 03, 2024

Anchor Concrete, Inc. vs. Bud Bailey Construction, Inc. And The Corporation Of The Presiding Bishop Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints, D/B/A The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints

On June 27, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jun 27, 2002

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Want of Prosecution

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Jan 03, 2024

In Re: Order For Foreclosure Concerning: Jose Leonardo Marquia And 208 East Walnut Taylor, Tx 76574

On June 26, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Carnes, Burt presiding.

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Jun 26, 2002

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Closed

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Jan 03, 2024

Sears, Roebuck And Co. Vs. Stephanie Brock

On June 24, 2002 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Williamson County. Judge Burt Carnes presiding.

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Jun 24, 2002

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Default Judgment

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About

Burt Carnes
Party Affiliation Republican	Republican
Current Appointment 368th District Court of Texas	368th District Court of Texas
Election/Appointment 2010 - Re-elected	2010 - Re-elected
Education Bachelor's degree, University of Texas - 1972 J.D., University of Texas at Austin School of Law - 1976	Bachelor's degree, University of Texas - 1972 J.D., University of Texas at Austin School of Law - 1976

Court Info

Court Info
Current Court:	TX - 368th District Court of Texas

Career History

Career History
Role	Employer	Where
Assistant District Attorney	Office of the District Attorney	Travis County, Texas
Assistant District Attorney	Office of the District Attorney	Dallas County, Texas
Attorney	Hejl & Carnes	Williamson County, Texas
Judge	368th District Court of Texas	Williamson County, Texas

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