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Published on July 14, 2023
By Office of Communication
Arlington Presiding Municipal Court Judge Stewart Milner was recently awarded the 2023 Outstanding Jurist for 2023 by the Texas Municipal Courts Association for his distinguished service, passion and dedication to the judicial profession.
Judge Milner was honored with this award at the 2023 TMCA Annual Conference on June 22, 2023 in Fredericksburg, Texas. The award recognizes a municipal court judge who has made an outstanding contribution to the fair and impartial administration of justice. Recipients are nominated for the awards by peers for their excellence in carrying out municipal court procedures and their record of outstanding leadership in the community and profession. Judge Milner received six separate nomination letters from judges in Arlington and Fort Worth, and Jake Medrano, Arlington Court Administrator.
Judge Milner began his career in Arlington in 1992 as a prosecutor. He served as Chief Prosecutor and was named Chief Judge in 1997. Throughout his 30-year career, Judge Milner has worked diligently to administer justice, mentor and educate other municipal court personnel and ensure fairness for everyone. He is known for his professional and courteous demeanor and consistently treats everyone with dignity and respect. He consistently exhibits leadership, excellence, and integrity. His accomplishments include:
“I am deeply honored and humbled to receive this award from the Texas Muncipal Courts Association.,” Judge Milner said. “The award is a reflection of the fine court team that makes up the court and the people that support it.”