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Ernest C. Garcia has a diverse background in law, with experience in both government and private practice. Ernest C. started their career as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in 1991, handling civil, criminal, and bankruptcy cases. In 1999, they were appointed as a District Court Judge in Travis County, Texas, where they presided over various civil and criminal trials and hearings. Ernest C. then transitioned to the State of Texas Attorney General's Office, first as Deputy Division Chief in the Special Crimes Division and later as Chief of the Administrative Law Division. In these roles, they focused on criminal prosecutions and state court criminal proceedings. Ernest C. also served as General Counsel and Legislative Liaison for the Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending, providing legal counsel and managing the department's operations. Additionally, Ernest has experience as a solo practitioner and litigation attorney, handling a wide range of civil and criminal cases. Throughout their career, they have demonstrated expertise in areas such as health care fraud, financial crimes, construction litigation, and insurance disputes.

Ernest C. Garcia completed their education with a J.D. degree in Law from The University of Texas School of Law in the years 1982-1984. Prior to that, they earned a BBA degree with honors in Finance (with concentrations in Accounting and Real Estate) from The University of Texas at Austin in 1980-1981. Ernest C. also obtained an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Real Estate from Del Mar College in 1978-1980. Additionally, Ernest holds several certifications including being a Nationwid Multistate Licensing System (NMLS) residential mortgage loan originator (inactive) from the Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending, a Certified Emergency Medical Technician from the Texas Department of State Health Services, and a Licensed Texas Attorney from the State Bar of Texas.