Christina Wade Perrone (Texas 196th District Court, Texas, candidate 2026)

Christina Wade Perrone

Republican Party

Candidate, Texas 196th District Court

Elections and appointments

Last election

March 3, 2026

Education

Bachelor's

University of Texas at Dallas, 2003

Law

Baylor University School of Law, 2007

Personal

Birthplace

Dallas, TX

Religion

Christian

Profession

Attorney at law

Contact

Campaign website

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Christina Wade Perrone (Republican Party) ran for election for judge of the Texas 196th District Court. She was on the ballot in the Republican primary on March 3, 2026.^[source]

Perrone completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Christina Wade Perrone provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on January 25, 2026:

• Birth date: July 6, 1982
• Birth place: Dallas, Texas
• High school: Bishop Lynch Catholic High School
• Bachelor's: University of Texas at Dallas, 2003
• J.D.: Baylor University School of Law, 2007
• Gender: Female
• Religion: Christian
• Profession: Attorney at Law
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Proven in the courtroom. Prepared for the bench.
• Campaign website
• Campaign Facebook

Elections

Republican primary

Republican primary for Texas 196th District Court

Katherine Ferguson (R), Christina Wade Perrone (R), and Keith Willeford (R) ran in the Republican primary for Texas 196th District Court on March 3, 2026.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Katherine Ferguson
		Christina Wade Perrone
	Submit photo	Keith Willeford

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Christina Wade Perrone completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Perrone's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am running for district judge because I believe the community deserves a judge who is prepared from day one to manage a demanding district court docket with confidence, fairness, and respect for the rule of law.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I am a seasoned trial attorney with years of hands-on experience practicing before district courts, particularly in high-conflict family law cases involving children, custody, and complex evidentiary issues. As a result, I understand that district courts handle a broad docket, and effective judges must be organized, decisive, and committed to timely case resolution while safeguarding due process. To ensure justice is served in Hunt County, I am committed to upholding the law impartially, treating all litigants with respect, and ensuring the courtroom remains a place where the law as written guides every decision.
• Prove in the courtroom. Prepared for the bench. Being proven in the courtroom means understanding not just legal theory, but real-world litigation, evidentiary challenges, and the human impact of judicial decisions. I am proven in this very courtroom, having served 100s of families and clients in Hunt County. I am prepared for the bench because I value fairness, efficiency, and professionalism, and I am committed to ensuring every case is heard and decided according to the law.
• My judicial philosophy is grounded in impartiality, preparation, and strict adherence to the law. A judge’s role is not to advocate, legislate, or advance personal beliefs from the bench. A judge must apply the law as written and ensure a fair process for every litigant. I believe effective judges are well-prepared, patient listeners, and decisive when the law requires it. Every person who enters the courtroom deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and every case deserves thoughtful consideration based on the facts and the law. I am committed to maintaining a professional courtroom that promotes confidence in the judicial system and the fair administration of justice.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

As a judicial candidate, I do not advocate for specific public policies. Judicial ethics require judges to remain neutral on policy matters that may come before the court. However, I am passionate about principles that promote a fair and effective justice system, including access to justice, due process, and the impartial application of the law. I also value efficient court management, clear and consistent application of procedural rules, and maintaining a courtroom environment where all litigants are treated with dignity and respect. These principles help ensure public trust in the judiciary and the proper administration of justice.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I bring preparation, courtroom experience, and a steady judicial temperament to this role. Years of practicing in Texas district courts have required me to analyze complex legal issues, manage high-conflict matters, and make sound decisions under pressure while maintaining professionalism and respect for all parties.

In addition to my work as a trial attorney, I have served as a court-appointed amicus attorney, an experience that requires independent and careful fact-finding with a child-focused, neutral approach to the law. That role strengthened my ability to evaluate evidence objectively, listen to all sides, and make recommendations grounded in the law and the best interests of the child. These skills will directly translate to the bench.

I am organized, detail-oriented, and committed to efficient case management, which is essential for handling a demanding district court docket. I value impartiality, thoughtful listening, and clear communication, and I approach every matter with fairness and an understanding of the responsibility entrusted to the court.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibilities of a district court judge are to apply the law fairly and impartially, while managing a diverse and demanding docket efficiently and ensuring that every litigant receives due process. A judge must be thoroughly prepared for each case, maintain control of the courtroom, and issue decisions based on the facts and the law, not personal beliefs or outside influence.

Equally important for someone elected to this office is fostering professionalism and respect within the courtroom, treating all parties with dignity, and ensuring proceedings are conducted in a manner that promotes public confidence in the judicial system. A district court judge must administer the court responsibly, moving cases forward in a timely manner while safeguarding the integrity and independence of the judiciary.

How would you describe your legal philosophy?

My legal philosophy is grounded in preparation, impartiality, and applying the law as it is written. A judge’s role is to adhere to the written law, follow binding precedent from higher courts, and decide cases based on the facts presented. I am committed to setting aside bias, favoritism, or predetermined outcomes. I believe an effective district court judge will come with careful preparation, attentive listening, and clear, reasoned decision making. Every case deserves thoughtful consideration, and every person who enters the courtroom deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. I am committed to maintaining a professional and orderly courtroom and applying the law consistently. I will serve as a judge that helps ensure fairness, efficiency, and public confidence in the judicial system.

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