Gala, and Cardinals Christmas. Lance has dedicated his entire career to serving the public. After our review, we proudlyendorsed approximately 80% of the Democratic candidates. As judge of Harris Countys 308th Family District Court, I resolved over 400 cases per month across the full spectrum of family law matters. for District Judge, 269th Judicial District, for District Judge, 270th Judicial District, for District Judge, 281st Judicial District. Nathan Moss grew up in North Texas before attending the University of Texas at Austin, where he received a BA in Government. After she received her law degree, she moved back to Houston and has been practicing law in the bayou city since 1986. Todd is married to Sarah Frankfort and is the proud father of two daughters, Lucy and Claire. offenders while ensuring public safety. For years Fraga has been bringing leadership, fresh ideas, and high energy to good causes in our community. Texas Statutory Probate Courts for Judge, County Civil 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. More than 120 candidates have filed for Harris County positions ahead of the March 2022 primaries, as of the candidate filing deadline Dec. 13, according to the Texas Secretary of State. Over the years, I was also appointed by the probate judges to handle both contested and uncontested estate and guardianship matters. and/or we were more impressed with the challenger. Michael grew up in Pasadena where he and his wife of 36 years, Laura, raised their 3 children. 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. Register Today Lend a hand Fred has been a Super Lawyer in Insurance Coverage since 2007. Her most treasured times are spent with her children, granddaughter, and her faithful furry friend, a husky named Star. 3. Judge Michael Landrum served Harris County as a district court judge for six years but was swept out of office in the 2018 election. Join our Team HCDP as a Precinct Chair, volunteer to call voters, knock doors, become a fellow, or join our leadership academy. Instead, Glass lowered it. 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. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5, Place 2. His first wife passed away and they had 2 sons who also attended school in Houston. Judge Laryssa received her law degree from the University of Houston in 2003 as a Mixon Scholarship Recipient. He is board certified in Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I also served two terms as a member of the District 4A grievance committee (which disciplines attorneys) and served as Chair in 1994. Jesus Guillen is married and has 2 children. Before being appointed, and subsequently elected, Paula served as felony chief prosecutor at the Harris County District Attorneys Office where she worked for 14 years. I also belong to the Houston Business and Estate Planning Council and the Houston Estate and Financial Forum. He became Board Certified in Family Law in 2007 and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. .courts-container hr {background-color:#f0a236;padding-bottom:2px;}, Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. District Court: Eastern District of Texas, Western District of Texas, Northern District of Texas, Southern District of Texas U.S. Bankruptcy Court: Eastern District of Texas, Western District of Texas, Northern District of Texas, Southern District of Texas, Texas Supreme Court He practiced law in Harris County for almost 20 years before he was appointed Associate Judge of the 309th District Court. 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. Elizabeth has evaluated hundreds of cases and been to trial in both Misdemeanor and Felony court. During his service, Judge Landrum has been highly rated by members of the Houston Bar, and he looks forward to serving you again. He has a Masters Degree in Business (M.B.A.) from the University of Houston and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Southern California. The application must be . Over the years, I was also appointed by the probate judges to handle both contested and uncontested estate and guardianship matters. for Family District Judge, 315th Judicial District. for District Judge, 248th Judicial District. from the South Texas College of Law. Texas Justice of the Peace Courts, Courts in Texas Texas judicial elections Judicial selection in Texas. Gala, and Cardinals Christmas. Whether it be through the Houston Police Department, The District Attorney's Office, or through his work representing indigent adults and children, there is still more to be done to ensure our community's faith is restored in the courthouse. Three Democratic candidates and five Republican candidates are running for the Harris County Precinct 2 commissioner position in the upcoming March primaries. for Family District Judge, 245th Judicial District. I am a proud graduate of the University of Houston, where I received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, and of South Texas College of Law. He has been married for 22 years to Alyssa Lemkuil, a former state district court judge, with one daughter starting her second year of college. These included everyone from professional athletes and millionaires to pilots and firemen, and mothers and fathers working multiple jobs to make ends meet. A lifelong Conservative, she believes it is an exciting time to be a Republican in Harris County. for District Judge, 209th Judicial District. I have often represented executors, administrators, trustees, guardians, and beneficiaries in complex probate proceedings, and recovered millions of dollars in assets lost through fraud and breach of fiduciary duty. Stay Informed. She was born in Argentina, and emigrated to the United States with her family as a young child. Voted Qualified/Well Qualified by 83% of respondents in the 2016 HBA Judicial Qualification Bar Poll. In 2012 he served as a State Delegate at the Convention in Fort Worth and was a Member of the Rules Committee. 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. 100% remote. He owns his firm with his wife, Karleana, who he is raising two children with. Prior to this next run, I will have served another 3 plus years as a practicing probate and estate planning attorney for the Law Firm of Campbell & Riggs, P.C. He has been licensed and practiced civil litigation in the Harris County Courts for 30-years. Partisan primaries are held if even one candidate has filed for a position. Elizabeth and her husband, Bryan, live in Houston with their rescue dog, Hans. Beall led the race by 13% in the primary. for Family District Judge, 312th Judicial District. To that end, we endorse the best candidates regardless of political affiliation. With over 50 felony jury trials, including 20 homicide trials, under his belt, Nathan is an experienced criminal attorney working hard to keep the citizens of Harris County safer. for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. As an (almost) lifelong resident of Harris County, she cant imagine a better place to live with her two dogs, Penny and Roch. for Family District Judge, 257th Judicial District. for District Judge, 180th Judicial District. Anderson Cancer Hospital, Sheltering Arms, Houston Independent School District, Young Leaders in Medicine, and the Junior League of Houston. In 17 months on the bench, presided over 30 jury trials and had the lowest inventory of active cases among the 24 civil district judges as of December 31, 2016. 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 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. He was born in Houston Texas and has been living in Harris County his whole life. for Justice, 14th Court of Appeals District, Place 9. Andrew founded the Bayley Law Firm in 2010 that he currently runs with his wife and partner, Yalda Bayley. Judge Louie Ditta has served as the Presiding Judge of the Harris County Justice of the Peace Court (Precinct 8, Place 2) since 1997, having been re-elected to four consecutive four-year terms in 1998, 2002, 2006, and 2010. .courts-header { font-size:150%;background-color:#334aab;color:white;} for Family District Judge, 308th Judicial District, for Family District Judge, 309th Judicial District. The experience I garnered served me well during my eight years on the bench. 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 and raised in Houston and is a proud graduate of Bellaire High School. Malcolm understands civil disputes and has successfully guided numerous individuals and corporations though the process. He has volunteered his valuable time to assist several community-based groups that focus on preventing teen suicide, domestic abuse, and poverty. Kevin's commitment to the community while furthering his education resulted in receiving a Distinguished Public Service award and his Juris Doctor Degree. Kevin started his legal career as an extern with the Orange County District Attorney's Office, where he learned to balance the constitutional rights of the accused while never forgetting the victims impacted by crime. Lance was born in Harris County and has lived here for over 45 years. Archer has also assisted many Attorneys with cases pending in these courts. Michelle and her husband Stephen Fraga know firsthand the rewards of building strong families and strong communities. Bob is a native Houstonian, where he was born, raised, and attended public schools. These included everyone from professional athletes and millionaires to pilots and firemen, and mothers and fathers working multiple jobs to make ends meet. In 2008 Sophia was appointed to serve as a Commissioner for the City of Houston Police Officers' Civil Service Commission and was elected to and served as Chairman of the Commission from 2008 to June 2022. He is also a small business owner. Gardner Eastland received his law degree from SMU in Dallas and has been practicing family law for 18 years. The United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas has jurisdiction in Harris County. She was born in Argentina, and emigrated to the United States with her family as a young child. Lance has been married to his wife Vickie for 23 years and they have one daughter, who will be a junior in the fall at Texas A&M. 2022 CANDIDATE ENDORSEMENTS (SCROLL DOWN), For the 2022 election cycle, this website researched each political candidate that will appear on the Harris County November ballot and then endorsed thosecandidates (see below) that we believe will best serve the interests of allHarris County residents. After graduation, Dan worked for the Harris County District Attorneys Office and continues to work as a Criminal Defense Attorney in Harris County. Her work in the private sector since the early 2000s includes extensive experience in our County Criminal Courts. State Representatives. I enjoy fishing, Houstons original restaurants, and professional sports, my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Duke and attending my granddaughters soccer games. Jessica and her husband, Michael, have been married for 20 years, have two children, and one spoiled pug. Geric has been practicing family law since 2007. Prior to serving on the court of appeals, Justice Adams was the head of the appellate practice group at a large litigation firm in Houston.He has handled hundreds of appeals in every court of appeals in Texas, the Supreme Court of Texas, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. 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. During that time, Judge Hart became known for low dockets, fair trials and justice delivered. Geric is a former teacher who taught 9th grade math. UPDATE 11/9/22: The general election results are in. Erin Lunceford received her law degree from University of Houston in 1988 and has been practicing law for 34 years. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, Place 2. Her work in the private sector since the early 2000s includes extensive experience in our County Criminal Courts. Ramirez is a native Texan and a product of the University of Texas School of Law. Lori and Bill live in Spring with their Italian Greyhound, Lucia. Being moderate Democrats, we are naturally inclinedto endorse Democratic candidates. He also spent 7 years as a 3 in the November 2022 General Election. Tristan Longino and Barbara Stalder, who serve in family court, and civil district court judges Scot Dollinger, Franklin Bynum, and David Singer, who serve in misdemeanor criminal court, were all unseated. for District Judge, 184th Judicial District. The Harris County Democratic Party is NOT doing anything to assist the 22 electeds. After graduating from Texas A&M University with a degree in Chemical Engineering, Sartaj worked as a Process Engineer prior to attending South Texas College of Law. 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. In the primary election, four incumbent criminal Democratic district court judges. for District Judge, 182nd Judicial District. 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. Michelle and her husband Stephen Fraga know firsthand the rewards of building strong families and strong communities. He has been co-parenting 3 children for over 30 years. A lifelong Conservative, she believes it is an exciting time to be a Republican in Harris County. for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. He served 10 years as the Precinct Chairman of Precinct 216 Senate District 13 (2007 - 2016). With the exception of County Judge, which is the first county office to appear, the other county races come after any county judicial elections, which we know in a .