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Heather Nicole Johnson

Democratic

Family law attorney (Dallas)

Heather Nicole Johnson is a Dallas family law attorney who has practiced as a solo practitioner for 13 years and is making her first run for office1. She won the March 3, 2026 Democratic primary for the 256th District Court over Judge Sandre Streete, who presides over that court23. She has no opponent on the November 3, 2026 ballot4.

  • Solo practitioner in family law in Dallas for 13 years: custody, protective orders, divorce and child welfare cases1
  • Bachelor's degree, Louisiana State University, 2001; law degree, Southern University Law Center, 20115
  • Won the March 3, 2026 Democratic primary against Judge Sandre Streete23; no other candidate is certified for the November race4. Not previously a judge.

Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.

Sources (7)

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  1. Heather Nicole Johnson platform and website summaryBranch
  2. Summary Results Report, Democratic Party Primary, March 3, 2026 (unofficial upload)Dallas County Elections
  3. 256th District Court pageDallas County
  4. Ballot Certification Report, 2026 November General Election, Dallas County block (certified Aug 28, 2026)Texas Secretary of State
  5. Heather Nicole Johnson (candidate profile)Ballotpedia
  6. Judicial Evaluation Poll page (2025 results; no 2026 preference poll listed)Dallas Bar Association
  7. Public Sanctions, Issued FY 2002 through FY 2026State Commission on Judicial Conduct