Jack E. Hunter
Of Counsel
Judge Jack E. Hunter is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and serves as of counsel to the firm. A former State District Judge with two decades on the bench, Judge Hunter brings an exceptional level of judicial insight and criminal law experience to the firm’s practice. His career has spanned virtually every aspect of the criminal justice system, including service as a prosecutor, judge, and legal educator.
Before taking the bench, Judge Hunter served as the chief felony prosecutor and acting District Attorney for Nueces, Kenedy, and Kleberg counties. In that role, he prosecuted serious criminal offenses and developed extensive courtroom experience handling complex felony matters.
Twenty Years on the Bench
Judge Hunter served for 20 years as a State District Judge, presiding over numerous criminal trials and other complex legal proceedings. His decades of judicial experience provide a rare perspective on how cases are evaluated in the courtroom, how evidence is presented effectively, and how judges approach critical legal decisions.
This background allows him to provide valuable strategic insight to the firm’s attorneys when preparing cases for trial. His understanding of courtroom procedure, judicial reasoning, and trial advocacy helps strengthen the firm’s defense strategies in serious criminal matters.
Criminal Law Expertise and Legal Leadership
Judge Hunter is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction earned by only a small percentage of attorneys who demonstrate substantial experience, advanced knowledge, and professional excellence in criminal law.
Throughout his career, he has remained deeply involved in the legal community. He previously served as president of the Corpus Christi Bar Association and held leadership roles with the Texas Municipal Court Association Training Center, where he served as both court administrator and chief judge for the Corpus Christi Municipal Court. He has also shared his knowledge with future lawyers as an adjunct professor at Corpus Christi State University, now Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi.
Military Service, Writing, and Community Leadership
Judge Hunter is a veteran of the United States Army and has remained actively involved in community initiatives throughout his career. He founded Teen Court Corpus Christi and Texans Against Gangs, programs designed to help young people avoid involvement in the criminal justice system and promote safer communities.
In addition to his legal career, Judge Hunter is a published author with four books to his credit. His work has also appeared in the Texas Bar Journal, and he has been featured in national media outlets, including Texas Monthly, NBC’s Hard Copy, and CBS’s 48 Hours.
His public service and community leadership have earned him numerous honors, including the Cecil Burney Humanitarian Award and the Spirit of Benevolence for Public Service Award.
Judge Hunter’s decades of experience as a prosecutor, judge, and legal scholar provide a unique depth of insight that benefits the firm’s attorneys and the clients they serve.
Education
- B.B.A., University of Houston
- J.D., South Texas College of Law
Bar Admissions
- Texas State Courts
- Professional Associations & Memberships
- Corpus Christi Bar Association — President (1989–1990)
