Juan Renteria

Juan Renteria is a distinguished legal professional currently serving as the Judge for Dallas County Court at Law No. 5, bringing a wealth of experience from his previous roles as an Associate Judge for the City of Dallas and a school board member for #CFBISD.

As the first college attendee in his family, Judge Renteria embodies the values of hard work and integrity instilled by his family, hailing from the Rio Grande Valley. He is proficient in Spanish and holds licenses to practice law in New York and Texas.

With a diverse legal background encompassing criminal, civil, and federal cases, Judge Renteria has built a reputation as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer over his 16 years of legal practice. He actively engages in pro bono work, assisting low-income individuals with tax queries and aiding immigrants at the Mexican Consulate.

Beyond his courtroom duties, Judge Renteria shares his knowledge as an adjunct professor, teaching courses on Blacks, Chicanos, and the Law, as well as Federal Courts at the University of Texas at San Antonio. He has also provided legal counsel to corporate clients in Dallas and New York, including notable entities like Bossip.

Judge Renteria is a proponent of an efficient and equitable judicial system, emphasizing the importance of upholding the law impartially for all individuals. He advocates for pragmatism and fairness in judicial decision-making, striving to maintain a just legal environment.

In terms of education, Judge Renteria pursued a Master's in Public Administration from Syracuse University's Maxwell School, a Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law, and a Bachelor's in Political Science from The University of Texas at San Antonio.

His extensive professional background includes roles at various prestigious organizations such as Dallas County, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, Renteria Law Firm, PLLC, Law Office of Ben Abbott, P.C., City of Dallas, University of Texas, Quantum, Inc., and the Office of General Counsel, Department of Public Welfare.