Lawrence Stokes

Lawrence Stokes is an experienced professional currently serving as the Felony Criminal Court Coordinator for the 194th Judicial District Court in Dallas County since May 2006. In this role, Stokes coordinates all court operations, manages case inventories, schedules trial dockets, and ensures compliance with legal standards set by the Texas Supreme Court. Stokes also handles administrative hearings and serves as a liaison between the Judge and court stakeholders. Prior to this position, Stokes worked as a Network Engineer at Nortel Networks from 1999 to 2001, where responsibilities included defining customer network requirements, developing design specifications, and ensuring connectivity. Academic credentials include a Master of Arts in Professional Development from Dallas Baptist University, a degree in Applied Arts and Science with a focus on Sociology/Criminal Justice from the University of North Texas, and an Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies from Dallas College.