About Clay Lewis
Clay Lewis Jenkins is a attorney and public servant based in Waxahachie, Texas. He earned his Juris Doctor from Baylor University in 1987 and was admitted to the Texas State Bar on May 6, 1988. His legal practice, primarily focused on personal injury cases, is conducted through Jenkins & Jenkins P.C., a firm he co-founded.
In addition to his legal career, Jenkins has been serving as the Dallas County Judge since 2011. In this role, he has overseen the county's response to various public health emergencies and natural disasters, including the Ebola outbreak and the COVID-19 pandemic. In February 2023, Jenkins was appointed to the National Association of Counties' Commission on Mental Health and Wellbeing.
This commission is tasked with developing policy and programmatic recommendations to address systemic issues related to mental health at federal, state, and local levels. Jenkins' commitment to public service is also evident in his personal life. In 2024, at the age of 60, he and his wife, Ramsey, welcomed premature twins, Ace and Grace.
Despite the challenges of parenting newborns, Jenkins continues to fulfill his duties as county judge, balancing his professional responsibilities with family life. Throughout his career, Jenkins has demonstrated a dedication to both his legal practice and public service, making significant contributions to his community in Waxahachie and Dallas County.
