Hon. Linda Thomas (Ret.)
Arbitrator
Mediator
Neutral Evaluator
Special Master
Dallas, TX, United States
Justice Thomas served for nearly three decades on the bench, including 14 years as the Chief Justice of the Fifth District Court of Appeals in Dallas. Her judicial tenure involved presiding over thousands of civil and criminal appeals. Before her appellate service, she spent eight years as a trial judge in the 256th District Court. Since entering private practice in 2011, she has focused her practice on mediation and arbitration, specializing in complex commercial litigation and family law matters.
A seasoned former Chief Justice with extensive experience in both trial and appellate courts, particularly noted for her expertise in family law and complex commercial mediation.
She was the first woman ever elected as Chief Justice of the Fifth District Court of Appeals in Dallas.
She is widely regarded by legal professionals for her deep understanding of appellate law and her ability to facilitate resolutions in emotionally charged family and commercial disputes.