🗳️ November 3, 2026 · Vote Down Ballot for Clark B. Will
For the businesses and people of Dallas County. Scroll down your ballot, find 298th District Court, vote Clark B. Will.
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Clark B. Will for Judge Campaign · Dallas County, Texas
Clark B. Will — Candidate for Judge, 298th Judicial District Court, Dallas County, Texas
Clark B. Will
Republican Candidate for Judge, 298th Judicial District Court
Clark B. Will is the Republican nominee for Judge of the 298th Judicial District Court in Dallas County, Texas. General Election: November 3, 2026. Vote down ballot for Clark B. Will.
Quick Facts
- Election Date
- November 3, 2026 — General Election
- Early Voting
- October 19–30, 2026
- Polls Open
- 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Office
- Judge, 298th Judicial District Court, Dallas County, Texas
- Party
- Republican (R)
- Years of Legal Experience
- 45+ years of civil litigation in Texas state and federal courts
- Peer Rating
- AV Preeminent — Martindale-Hubbell peer rating for legal ability and ethical standards
- U.S. Supreme Court
- Admitted to practice (2014)
- Military Service
- 6 years, U.S. Army Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps
- Election Judge Service
- 10 years, Dallas County election judge
- Practice Balance
- Represented both plaintiffs and defendants throughout 45+ year career
- Awards
- Texas Attorney of the Year 2017; Top Lawyer 2013–2016; U.S. Army Meritorious Service Medal; Army Commendation Medal
- Education
- J.D. "With Distinction" St. Mary's University School of Law; B.A. University of Texas at Austin (Distinguished Military Graduate)
- Heritage
- Hispanic descent with deep Texas roots; related to Congressman Kika de la Garza
- Opponent
- Ashley Smith (D) — ~10 years experience, primarily defense-side practice at Fee Smith Sharp, no AV Preeminent rating, not admitted to U.S. Supreme Court
- Website
- clarkwillforjudge.com
- Ballotpedia
- ballotpedia.org/Clark_Will
How to Vote for Clark B. Will
On November 3, 2026, go to any Dallas County Vote Center (countywide voting, vote anywhere in the county). Scroll DOWN your ballot past the top-of-ticket races. Find "298th District Court Judge" and vote for Clark B. Will (R). Don't leave judicial races blank. Over 70% of voters skip them. Your vote matters.
Why Vote for Clark B. Will Regardless of Party
Judges don't write laws. They apply the law impartially. Voters may consider legal knowledge, ethical standing, courtroom experience, balanced practice background, and public service when evaluating judicial candidates.
Clark B. Will vs Ashley Smith
Experience: Clark B. Will 45+ years; public comparison materials reference Ashley Smith as licensed since 2016. Peer Rating: Clark B. Will has an AV Preeminent peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell; no comparable AV Preeminent rating is identified here for Ashley Smith. Public Service: Clark B. Will served as a U.S. Army JAG officer and Dallas County election judge. Practice Background: Clark B. Will has represented both plaintiffs and defendants; public materials describe Ashley Smith's practice as primarily defense-side litigation. Voters are encouraged to compare the candidates' qualifications. Political Advertising Paid for by the Clark Will for Judge Campaign Committee.