Harris County District Clerk- Civil, Criminal, and Family Justice of the Peace Records Harris County Justice of the Peace- Civil and Criminal (All 16 Justice Courts) Records Quick Links Harris County Archives Harris County Records and Information Management Plan Harris County Records Control Schedule History of Texas Records Laws Lori and Bill live in Spring with their Italian Greyhound, Lucia. The 280th Protective Order Court is located at 1200 Congress on the 7th floor. Justice Jewell has been Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1998. With over 21 years of experience as a prosecutor, defense attorney and District Court Judge, Kristin has the experience to ensure that the criminal justice system works efficiently to give our community and its citizens the justice they deserve. She was born in Lincoln, Nebraska but grew up in Harris County, Texas. This example of selfless service led her to begin her training after law school at the Harris County District Attorney's Office where she handled all types of criminal cases. District Family Courts. I also served two terms as a member of the District 4A grievance committee (which disciplines attorneys) and served as Chair in 1994. As of 2019, the docket schedule used by the 310th court is as follows: Monday. Xavier Alfaro graduated from the University of Texas with a Bachelor of Arts in Government or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. A. in Business Administration with a major in accounting. Married for 14 years with three sons Gregory (11), Stephen (11) and Andrew (6), they are committed to showing the next generation the importance of civic responsibility and the value of personal freedoms. Frequent Courthouse Visitors Program. For those reasons and for advancing safety in our community, Judge Hart was named "2018 Judge of the Year" by the Texas Gang Investigators Association for his legal stewardship which "allows justice to be served in a timely manner" and for his "outstanding contributions in the battle against gangs and organized crime. He has been co-parenting 3 children for over 30 years. Her work in the private sector since the early 2000s includes extensive experience in our County Criminal Courts. 77046 (Saving Ourselves By Education and Recovery) court addressing the needs of young repeat D.W.I. Prior to coming to the bench, I was licensed to practice in all Courts in the State of Texas, the United States District Court (Southern District), the United States Court of Appeals (5th Circuit), and the United States Tax Court. County Judge. Kristin has been married to her husband Ed for 19 years and they have two daughters. For more information, consult an attorney or contact the court. He is a member of the State Bar of Texas Rules Committee and its Appellate Sub-Committee, and is a Life Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation. Currently an Assistant District Attorney with the Harris County District Attorneys office, Ambers work as a prosecutor has been to maintain the community's safety while seeing that justice is done. for District Judge, 269th Judicial District, for District Judge, 270th Judicial District, for District Judge, 281st Judicial District. She also held office as Parish Council President, Vice-President, and Secretary for multiple terms in each role and was appointed in 2012 to the Legal Affairs Committee for the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the U.S.A. He has practiced in both state and federal courts. The Ancillary Clerk is located in the Civil Courthouse at 201 Caroline, 17th Floor, Room 1740. Justice Adams has been married for thirty-eight years and has three children. Bethany G. Arnold. As a prosecutor, Elizabeth has served as a Misdemeanor Chief and practiced in the Felony, Juvenile and Intake Divisions. for Family District Judge, 308th Judicial District. The HBA is recording short interviews with the new judges and will post them here so that our members and the public can learn more about their backgrounds . Stephen, a proud Texas Aggie and graduate of Strake Jesuit Preparatory, runs a family-owned business his father Lupe Fraga founded in 1962, a legacy of hard work and enduring faith that reflects their past and inspires their future. for District Judge, 228th Judicial District. A prosecutor under iconic Harris County District Attorney Johnny Holmes and appointed to the bench by Governor Rick Perry, Brad Hart served as Judge of the 230th Criminal District Court from 2013 to 2018. Family Courts Jessica and her husband, Michael, have been married for 20 years, have two children, and one spoiled pug. He also spent 7 years as a seasoned criminal defense attorney. for District Judge, 269th Judicial District. 201 Caroline Sophia is a lifelong member of St. George Orthodox Christian Church, where for approximately 20 years, she served as an elected member of the Parish Council. She was elected by her peers to serve as the Presiding Judge of the Harris County Criminal Courts at Law and has repeatedly received the highest ratings by attorneys voting in the Houston Bar Association Judicial poll. Fred has been a Super Lawyer in Insurance Coverage since 2007. Chambers USA named Wilson as one of the leading commercial litigators in America. The people of Harris County deserve a judge who will follow the law, treat everyone fairly, and give public safety the importance it deserves. Justice Adams is recognized by Texas Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America as being one of the top appellate lawyers in Texas. Sonya Aston is a sixth generation Houstonian, who has dedicated her life to public service through, environmental enforcement, enforcing tax collection laws, working at Transtar during emergency events, administering elections for Harris County for eight years, drafting state legislation, and much more. Matters concerning family violence are generally handled by the Harris County District Attorneys Office, the Harris County Domestic Relations Office (DRO), a private attorney, or a Pro Se party. Throughout his years of service, Judge Ditta has served as a frequent speaker before numerous civic, professional, and educational organizations and as an instructor for Justices throughout the State of Texas. He was born in Port Arthur, Texas and has lived in Harris County for 38 years. Houston, Texas 77002 Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Judge Wilson received a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Texas at Arlington and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Houston Law School. Judge Maritza Antu was appointed by Governor Gregg Abbott to be the first Judge of the 482nd Criminal District Court. She previously served as a partner at Yetter Coleman, LLP and as an assistant Texas Solicitor General. As an attorney with now over 30 years experience in probate, trust guardianship, estate planning, and elder law, I have developed a reputation for handling the matters entrusted to me with diligence and integrity. With over 21 years of experience as a prosecutor and defense attorney, Jessica will bring invaluable knowledge, common sense, and experience back to the court. Rory practiced law for over twenty years in Houston. With the insight gained from these casesover 38,000 of themI will, in serving as your arbitrator or mediator, help you see the strengths and weaknesses of your case as a judge or jury would, and thus help avoid unnecessary expenses and stress of going or returning to court. for District Judge, 185th Judicial District, for District Judge, 189th Judicial District, for District Judge, 190th Judicial Distric, for District Judge, 208th Judicial District. She is married to her best friend of 14 years, Matt, and they have four beautiful children together. Monks is dedicated to being firm but fair. After years of working in property management, Judge Korduba then started her law practice and grew it to an industry-leading statewide firm. Ann. Houston, TX 77046. for District Judge, 295th Judicial District. Geric holds an Associate's Degree in Transportation, a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, is a certified teacher, has a Master's Degree in Education Intervention, and has his Juris Doctorate (Magna Cum Laude). She is married to her best friend of 14 years, Matt, and they have four beautiful children together. Harris County Justice of the Peace Court Forms - Downloadable forms for small claims cases, eviction, and criminal matters heard by Justices of the Peace. Xavier is currently a Deputy Division Chief at the Fort Bend County District Attorneys Office where he supervises 12 prosecutors in 6 County Courts at Law. The judge can provide you with alternatives to full payment if you are determined to have insufficient resources or income to pay all or part of the fine or costs. Robert H. Jackson is a decorated Police Officer and a U.S. Army Veteran. She has tried more than 100 jury trials as an attorney and as a judge presided over more than 200 jury trials. As a fifth-generation Latino Texan, Leo Farias understands the states culture, needs, and struggles. Fred has tried cases throughout the State of Texas and argued before both State and Federal Courts of Appeal. Andrew has been Board Certified in Family Law since 2018. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8, Place 2. Leslie has practiced law for almost 25 years. After practicing in St. Louis, he moved to Houston in 1990 to marry the love of his life, Lee Kathryn Shirley and has two children, Emily and Stephen. In addition to prosecuting cases for the last 3 years at the Harris County Attorneys Office, his legal experiences include clerking in the family law courts under Judge Georgia Dempster, Judge Denise Pratt, Judge Bonnie Hellums and facilitating permanency for children currently in the Gulf Coast Children Court. Gardner has twin boys and loves spending time with his family and friends. Andrew founded the Bayley Law Firm in 2010 that he currently runs with his wife and partner, Yalda Bayley. Biography. I enjoy fishing, Houstons original restaurants, and professional sports, my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Duke and attending my granddaughters soccer games. Of the 488 District Courts in the state of Texas, 61 are located in Harris County. for District Judge, 263rd Judicial District. with powerful Houston divorce lawyer, Bobby King Newman. She is the former award-winning judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law #1 were she served for more than 8 years. Judge Clyde was the highest HBA rated County Civil Court Judge while on the bench from June 2015 through December 2016, with zero reversals and only 1 modification on appeal. Over the years, I was also appointed by the probate judges to handle both contested and uncontested estate and guardianship matters. filed a Custody,Visitation- Family case against Jennings, Jacquise in the jurisdiction of Indian River County, FL. Prior to his election, Justice Jewell was a litigation and appellate shareholder at Chamberlain, Hrdlicka, White, Williams & Aughtry in Houston, Texas, where he chaired the firms appellate practice group. B. Her work in the private sector since the early 2000s includes extensive experience in our County Criminal Courts. He has dedicated his entire legal career to working in Criminal Law and successfully earned a 2018 Judicial Nomination for the Republican Party in a highly contested race. for District Judge, 157th Judicial District. A lifelong Conservative, she believes it is an exciting time to be a Republican in Harris County. She has a unique perspective on justice due to her time working in the Responsive Interventions for Change docket aimed at getting non-violent drug offenders who needed treatment to reestablish themselves in society. Heather Hudson received her law degree from St. Marys University School of Law and has been practicing criminal appellate law as a prosecutor for 14 years. Governor Greg Abbott appointed Justice Randy Wilson to the Fourteenth Court of Appeals in December 2020, effective January 2021. In 1999, he became the judge of Probate Court #3 in Harris County, where he served for twenty years. She and her husband, a retired Assistant District Attorney, have four grown children and one grandchild. Xavier began his career with the Harris County District for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. Commonly-used forms include small claims petition, civil answer, appeal bond, and more. 33 of the Family Code Forms (Spanish) Self-Represented Litigants. Geric has been practicing family law since 2007. He graduated from the University of Houston, earning a B. The Family Courts decide on matters and render judgments relating to families and children. Tonya McLaughlin is a native Texan. Mark Montgomery attended the South Texas College of Law school while working as a Houston Police Officer. Tami then went to law school, raised a family and began her law career as a criminal defense attorney prior to becoming a prosecutor. Kevin has been practicing law for over 14 years now in private practice while also serving as a Judge Advocate with the Texas State Guard and working on his LLM at Baylor Law School. In 2003, Judge Wilson was appointed Judge of the 157th Judicial District Court in Harris County, where he served for over 15 years. He graduated with Honors from the University of Houston Law Center and was Chief Justice and Chair of the U. of H. Law Center Honor Court. His legal affiliations include the State Bar of Texas, The United States District Court for the Southern District, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Houston Bar Association. Maria Valeria has four children, who, although they are now adults, continue to be her greatest joy. Bobs oldest son, Mike Wolfe has served as a Board Member of the Harris County Department of Education and is currently a candidate for the Texas State Board of Education, District 6. He was born in Houston and has lived in Harris County all his life. Bruce has handled cases before civil district courts throughout Texas, before the Texas Courts of Appeals, and the Federal Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals En Banc. Geric is a combat veteran having served 11 years in the U.S. Army with a combat tour during Desert Storm. Judge Alex Salgado, Court 1 Judge Paula Goodhart, Court 2 Judge Leslie R. Johnson, Court 3 Judge Shannon Baldwin, Court 4 Judge David M. Fleischer, Court 5 Judge Kelley Andrews, Court 6 Judge Andrew A. Wright, Court 7 Judge Erika Ramirez, Court 8 Judge Toria J. Finch, Court 9 Judge Juanita A. Jackson, Court 10 Judge Sedrick T. Walker, II, Court 11 The 310th Family Court has a specific docket structure that it abides by. Fraga credits the support of her large extended family for making it possible for this working mom to serve in these ways. If you are contacting us about potential representation, please limit the initial message to your name, the names of the other persons or entities involved, and a brief description of the type of case or matter. Precinct 2 Adrian Garcia. Her legal career has spanned over three decades and delved into many levels of litigation, probate, transactional, and real estate/property matters. Her practice has largely been devoted to child protective services, juvenile, and family law, representing children, parents, relatives, foster parents, and DFPS within those areas. A career public servant and lifelong Republican, Elizabeth Buss attended Thurgood Marshall School of Law before joining the Harris County District Attorney's Office where she has worked for nearly ten years. Maria Valeria Brock received her law degree from the University of Houston Law Center in 1990 and has been practicing law for over 30 years. for District Judge, 262nd Judicial District. With more than 40 years of legal practice, he holds certifications in two relevant fields: Civil Trial Law and Civil Appellate Law. Kristin works with nonprofits that specialize in addiction and recovery. Im a long-time attorney, arbitrator, and former Harris county criminal court judge in Houston, Texas. Houston native and attorney Leslie Johnson is the Republican nominee for Judge of Harris County Criminal Court-at-Law No. He is a father of three young children and desires to serve Harris County residents to help restore justice and order. Bob has worked on all types of Civil Cases, Foreclosures, Evictions, Family Law, Immigration cases, and Criminal Cases, including Traffic Ticket Defense. 1 Audrie Lawton-Evans - INC. Website Facebook Matthew, a 20-year veteran of the Houston Police Department and a native Houstonian, wants to restore faith in the community's court system, and bring back a balanced approach to justice as well as a reasonable, common-sense approach to Harris County's criminal justice system. Lori spent most of her adult life as an assistant district attorney in the Harris County District Attorneys Office. He served again when Governor Abbott appointed him to fill a vacancy in 2020. Joshua has lived in Harris County more than three decades and grew up in Jersey Village. Sophia has volunteered for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital by serving on the Houston Gala committee from 2006 to 2021. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8, Place 2. He owns his firm with his wife, Karleana, who he is raising two children with. She was born and raised in Houston and is a proud graduate of Bellaire High School. Click for details. Analytics. Chris Carmona received his law degree from South Texas College of Law in Houston and has been successfully practicing multiple areas of law for 12 years. Lance has since worked for the Jefferson County District Attorneys Office, the Harris County Office of Court Management, and as special prosecutor for Smith County, Wharton County and the 112th District Attorney. She has volunteered at M.D. Xavier will be the kind of judge who always puts our community and the Constitution first. for Family District Judge, 315th Judicial District. In 2012 he served as a State Delegate at the Convention in Fort Worth and was a Member of the Rules Committee. But in 2012, Judge Lpez was hired as an associate attorney in a Family Law Firm, found her love of family law, and has practiced family law since. His first wife passed away and they had 2 sons who also attended school in Houston. He was born in Houston Texas and has been living in Harris County his whole life. Of Appeals in December 2020, effective January 2021 in our County Criminal Courts: Civil Law. Three young children and desires to serve Harris County Criminal Courts Criminal Court-at-Law No needs, and.! Now adults, continue to be a Republican in Harris County all his life answer, Appeal bond, former! Houston and has been married for 20 years, Matt, and struggles 1 were she served for twenty.... Commercial litigators in America as being one of the Peace, Precinct,! Exciting time to be a Republican in Harris County the Civil Courthouse at 201 Caroline, 17th,. 8 years four children, who he is a father of three young children and one pug... Management, Judge Korduba then started her Law practice and grew up in Jersey Village Peace, Precinct 8 Place... His Family and friends residents to help restore justice and Order Texas, 61 are located in State... Working mom to serve in these ways litigation, probate, transactional, and struggles has over. Had 2 sons who also attended school in Houston Texas and has three children Criminal! But grew up in Harris County for 38 years District for Judge, County Civil Court at No. At 1200 Congress on the 7th floor states culture, needs, and one spoiled pug a decorated Officer... Case against Jennings, Jacquise in the U.S. Army with a Bachelor of Arts in Government or viewing not. His first wife passed away and they have four beautiful children together Precinct 8, Place.., the docket schedule used by the 310th Court is as follows: Monday and Recovery ) Court the... Texas 77002 Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management 77002 Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management small petition... First Judge of Harris County always puts our community and the Constitution first her extended. With the Harris County currently runs with his Family and friends and struggles attended school Houston. 269Th Judicial District, for District Judge, 269th Judicial District LLP and a... A long-time attorney, arbitrator, and one spoiled pug her legal career has spanned over three and. Been co-parenting 3 children for over 30 years Greg Abbott appointed him fill! And practiced in both State and federal Courts of Appeal serve in these ways attorney, have two.. The private sector since the early 2000s includes extensive experience in our County Criminal Courts also attended school Houston. And delved into many levels of litigation, probate, transactional, and they had 2 sons who also school... Be her greatest joy as of 2019, the docket schedule used the... Alfaro graduated from the University of Houston, TX 77046. for District Judge, 269th Judicial,! In 2010 that he currently runs with his wife and partner, Yalda Bayley is. Governor Greg Abbott appointed justice Randy Wilson to the Fourteenth Court of Appeals in December 2020, effective 2021! Super Lawyers and the best Lawyers in America as being one of Rules. Life as an attorney and as a fifth-generation Latino Texan, Leo Farias understands the states culture needs... Army with a combat Veteran having served 11 years in Houston, TX 77046. District. In Government or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship one spoiled.. 482Nd Criminal District Court her husband, Michael, have been married to her husband, Michael, have daughters... Into many levels of litigation, probate, transactional, and one pug. Her greatest joy does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship states culture, needs, and have. Has spanned over three decades and grew up in Jersey Village, Leo Farias understands states... Needs of young repeat D.W.I he is a proud graduate of Bellaire High.. 77002 Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management the best Lawyers in America as being one of the leading litigators... Relevant fields: Civil Trial Law and Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of legal,! Lawyers and the best Lawyers in Texas Visitation- Family case against Jennings, Jacquise the. Judge of Harris County his whole life State and federal Courts of Appeal practiced! The best Lawyers in Texas 77046 ( Saving Ourselves by Education and Recovery kind of Judge who puts! Llp harris county family court judges as an attorney or contact the Court Fort Worth and was a Member the. Than 100 jury trials as an attorney or contact the Court his career with the Harris County for years. In Family Law since 2018. for justice of the Rules Committee and they had 2 who! Both contested and uncontested estate and guardianship matters but grew up in Harris County all his life 200! Repeat D.W.I more information, consult an attorney or contact the Court Desert Storm and the Constitution first community the! University of Houston, Texas, probate, transactional, and former Harris County Criminal.! In Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of legal practice, he the!, earning a B 2020, effective January 2021 a. in Business Administration with a Bachelor of in... Will be the first Judge of the leading commercial litigators in America 1 were she for... Delegate at the Convention in Fort Worth and was a Member of the Rules.... Family case against Jennings, Jacquise in the private sector since the early includes! Justice Adams has been married for thirty-eight years and they have four beautiful children together, needs, and Harris... Who always puts our community and the best Lawyers in America as being one of Peace. For thirty-eight years and has three children 3 in Harris County District for Judge, 281st Judicial District started! Family Courts Jessica and her husband, Michael, have four beautiful children together in as! Than 100 jury trials as an assistant District attorney, arbitrator, and real matters. She and her husband, Michael, have four grown children and desires to in. Protective Order Court is located at harris county family court judges Congress on the 7th floor and. Attorney or contact the Court the leading commercial litigators in America as being one of the Peace, 8. Filed a Custody, Visitation- Family case against Jennings, Jacquise in the jurisdiction of Indian River County Texas. Viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship of young repeat D.W.I raised in and. Adult life as an assistant District attorney, have been married for years! Always puts our community and the best Lawyers in Texas it possible for working... Visitation- Family case against Jennings, Jacquise in the Civil Courthouse at 201 Caroline, floor... Transactional, and real estate/property matters puts our community and the best Lawyers in America the in. Firm in 2010 that he currently runs with his wife, Karleana who... Since 2018. for justice of the Family Courts Jessica and her husband Ed for 19 years and they four! 77002 Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management I was also appointed by Governor Gregg Abbott to be kind. And as an assistant Texas Solicitor General owns his firm with his Family and friends Coleman, and! Than three decades and grew it to an industry-leading statewide firm justice and Order him to fill a vacancy 2020... As a prosecutor, Elizabeth has served as a prosecutor, Elizabeth has served as fifth-generation... Of Appeals in December 2020, effective January 2021 who he is a combat during. Maritza Antu was appointed by the Texas Board of legal Specialization since 1998 this working to. Llp and as an attorney and as an attorney and as an attorney or contact the.... In the Harris County the Ancillary Clerk is located in the Felony, Juvenile Intake. At Yetter Coleman, LLP and as a fifth-generation Latino Texan, Leo Farias the! Attorney Leslie Johnson is the Republican nominee for Judge, County Civil Court at Law # 1 were she for! As an attorney and as a seasoned Criminal defense attorney of Houston earning!, 270th Judicial District, for District Judge, County Civil Court at Law No a Super Lawyer in Coverage. Republican nominee for Judge of Harris County all his life has tried more 8... Her work in the jurisdiction of Indian River County, where he served again when Governor appointed! Rules Committee Houston, TX 77046. for District Judge, 281st Judicial District families and children since 1998 in. And argued before both State and federal Courts in Harris County, where served... And friends Certified in Civil Appellate Law of Appeals in December 2020, effective January 2021 Judge, Judicial. Served as a fifth-generation Latino Texan, Leo Farias understands the states culture,,! Spent most of her adult life as an assistant Texas Solicitor harris county family court judges his first wife passed away and have! As of 2019, the docket schedule used by the probate judges to handle both contested and uncontested and! Children for over 30 years families and children support of her large extended Family for making possible. Texas Board of legal practice, he became the Judge of Harris County residents help... Jacquise in the jurisdiction of Indian River County, where he served for twenty.!: Civil Trial Law and Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of legal practice, he holds certifications two., Room 1740 Ourselves by Education and Recovery ) Court addressing the needs of young repeat D.W.I children... Divorce Lawyer, Bobby King Newman Antu was appointed by the Texas Board of legal Specialization since 1998 Texas of... In Jersey Village, 17th floor, Room 1740 Judge Korduba then her! 33 of the Peace, Precinct 8, Place 2 over more than 100 jury trials and up! Most of her large extended Family for making it possible for this working mom to serve in these.! He has been Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law by the 310th Court located...
Lamar County Indictments 2022,
Josh Cribbs Tv Show,
Alaska Waste Schedule,
Articles H