Donald Ray (Don R.) Windle
Senior Judge, Statutory Probate Courts of Texas
Judge, Denton County Probate Court (ret.)
Of Counsel Robert J. Widmer, Jr, PC
Senior Legal Officer, Civil Air Patrol
Judge Windle earned a Bachelor of Arts in Government from the University of North Texas. He graduated from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1973 and Air Command and Staff College in 2009. Judge Windle is certified in Trial Skills by the National Judicial College and Board Certified in Civil Trial, Commercial Real Estate, Farm and Ranch Real Estate, and Residential Real Estate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. His practice areas include civil trial, real estate, probate, and aviation law.
Please share some memorable moments from your career.
In addition to 28 years of dedicated judicial service, I am proud of drafting and advocating for legislation to create the Denton County Probate Court and specializing statutory county courts in Denton County. I am also an aviation enthusiast and have been honored to serve on the Aviation Law Section Council since 2019.
What are your hobbies?
Aviation, Off-road vehicles, and boating.
Do you have any special interests or fun facts you would like to share?
I am passionate about Texas history and politics.
Why did you join the College?
I have always been an advocate for continuing legal education and enhanced professionalism among lawyers. When the State Bar College was created in 1981, I saw it as an opportunity to participate in a Bar-sponsored program to achieve those goals. I joined immediately and have maintained membership for well over 40 years. ♦
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