Patrick Kirlin, Administrative Chief, Division A

Mr. Kirlin has been with the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office since he began practicing law 20 years ago. In his role as Administrative Chief Prosecutor, he oversees 24 attorneys and nine investigators.  A native of Dallas, Texas, Mr. Kirlin earned his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) at St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science at the University of Texas at Arlington.  He specializes in criminal law and is a member of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas District and County Attorneys Association.