Meet Tim

Tim O’Hare is a fifth-generation Texan, devoted public servant, and a battle-tested leader delivering real results for Tarrant County taxpayers while defending family values.

Since taking office as County Judge, Tim O’Hare has ushered in a new era of accountability, efficiency, and conservative governance in Tarrant County. Judge O'Hare has delivered the largest property tax cuts in county history, implemented Tarrant County’s first-ever Homestead Exemption for both County and Hospital District property taxes (at the maximum allowed by state law), and adopted tax rates below the No New Revenue Rates, for both taxing entities for all four years, providing real savings for homeowners.

O’Hare has prioritized law enforcement by securing significant pay raises for Tarrant County officers throughout his tenure on the court, strengthening public safety and making the county a safe place to live. He has also led one

of the most aggressive cost-cutting initiatives in county history – reducing spending by more than $70 million. This was accomplished by reforming travel and procurement policies, rejecting bloated budget proposals, and restoring fiscal discipline within the Tarrant County government. These reforms ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and efficiently.

A graduate of The University of Texas at Austin and the SMU School of Law, Judge O’Hare spent more than two decades building a successful law firm and real estate business. He has earned the rare distinction of being an AV/Preeminent-rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, has been named a Texas Super Lawyer for thirteen consecutive years, and has been admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. Judge O’Hare is one of only two County Judges in the state of Texas to hold this distinction.

Judge O’Hare and his wife Christen live in Southlake with their four daughters. They are active members of First Baptist Grapevine, where Tim serves as a Deacon and Children’s Ministry volunteer. He remains deeply committed to faith, family, and preserving the conservative values that make Texas strong.

Leadership & Community Involvement

Chairman of the Election Commission, 2023-present
Chairman of the Workforce Governing Board, 2023-present
Election Board of Directors, 2023-present
North Central Texas Council of Governments Executive Board, 2023-present
Bail Bond Board of Directors, 2023-present
Juvenile Board of Directors, 2023-present
Chairman of Tarrant County Sheriff's Department Civil Service Commission, 2018-2022
Republican Party of Texas Treasurer, 2020-2021
Tarrant County GOP Chairman, 2016-2018
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, 2014-2018
Christian Legal Society National Board of Directors, 2011-2014
Center for Religious Freedom Committee Member, 2011-2014
Mayor of Farmers Branch, 2008–2011
Farmers Branch City Councilman, 2005-2008
Alliance Defending Freedom, Honor Corps Member
Youth Sports Coach for 10 Consecutive Years
Deacon, First Baptist Church of Grapevine
Longtime Children's Ministry Volunteer at First Baptist Church of Grapevine