Office Leadership

With more than 30 years of experience as a prosecutor, Bill brings unmatched knowledge and skill to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office. A proud graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law Center, Bill launched his career as a law clerk for the judges of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals — the state’s highest criminal court. He later served in the Harris County District Attorney’s Office as General Counsel, Chief of the Appellate Division, and Chief of the Legal Services Bureau.

Throughout his career, Bill has written more than 600 appellate briefs and represented the State of Texas before the Supreme Court of the United States.

Today, as Chief of the Legal Services Bureau in Montgomery County, Bill oversees the appellate section, manages petitions for expunction, responds to Public Information Act requests and civil discovery, and serves as special counsel to the District Attorney.

He is Board Certified in Criminal Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

With more than three decades of law enforcement experience, Chief Investigator Chris Smith stands at the forefront of the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office investigative team. He directs a unit of twenty sworn peace officers whose work is vital to building strong cases, supporting law enforcement partners, and ensuring justice for victims.

Chris’s team is entrusted with locating and interviewing witnesses, assisting prosecutors in preparing cases for trial, collaborating with law enforcement agencies on major investigations, and conducting independent inquiries into officer-involved shootings.

A graduate of Sam Houston State University, Chris began his career as a patrol officer with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office before being promoted to Detective. After a decade of service with MCSO, he joined the District Attorney’s Office in 2002. Today, as a Master Peace Officer, Chris brings both expertise and leadership to every investigation while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity to ensure justice is served and public trust is protected throughout Montgomery County.

With more than 30 years of experience in county government, Melisa plays a vital role in keeping the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office running at its very best.

A graduate of Sam Houston State University, Melisa holds both a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice, Leadership, and Management, along with a Paralegal Certificate from the Southwestern Paralegal Institute.

As Director of Administration and Operations, Melisa leads the office’s administrative staff, legal assistants, and victim assistance coordinators, managing the daily operations that allow prosecutors and investigators to focus on achieving justice. Her dedication ensures victims receive the support they deserve and that the mission of the DA’s Office is carried out with excellence every day.