She sits on the boards of the TEACH, Harriet and Joe Foster YMCA and Catholic Charities. Then came the 2002 gubernatorial election year. Judge Maritza Antu was appointed by Governor Gregg Abbott to be the first Judge of the 482nd Criminal District Court. 189th Judicial District Zachary Gibson is currently a prosecutor for Harris County where he has served his community for the past 6 years. Judge Antu has also represented defendants in drug court. Jessica was raised in a law enforcement family, watching daily as her father put on his uniform and hit the streets to protect the citizens in their community. With more than 4.5 million residents, Harris County, Texas, is the third most populous county in the U.S. Houston, is the fourth largest and most diverse city in the nation. Texas Statutory Probate Courts Maria Valeria has four children, who, although they are now adults, continue to be her greatest joy. Todd is married to Sarah Frankfort and is the proud father of two daughters, Lucy and Claire. 1. Her campaign slogan is Mama Mia Vote for Sophia, in honor of her mom. Appeals from the Southern District go to the United States Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit . Every action you take makes a big difference. Ambers legal acumen extends outside the public sector realm of the DAs office to private practice with work in family district courts and felony courts, as well as misdemeanor courts. for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. [1][2], Though Texas officially has closed primaries (requiring that voters declare party affiliation in advance in order to participate), the state's primaries are functionally open: any registered voter may vote in any single party's primary if they have not voted in the primary of another party. A. in Business Administration with a major in accounting. He remained there for over 25 years and rose to the level of Division Chief. And, she has put her creativity and organizational gifts to work in chairing special programs and events, such as TEW, Steps for Students, the S.E.R. Before his appointment, Justice Wilson was a partner at Susman Godfrey, one of Americas most prominent litigation firms. As an (almost) lifelong resident of Harris County, she cant imagine a better place to live with her two dogs, Penny and Roch. Jessica has continued to serve the community in indigent defense and works in the countys drug courts helping clients overcome drug addiction. 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. In 2003, Judge Wilson was appointed Judge of the 157th Judicial District Court in Harris County, where he served for over 15 years. 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. Being moderate Democrats, we are naturally inclined to endorse Democratic candidates. That's why 68 Republican judicial candidates have stepped up to run for office this November. Maria Valeria has four children, who, although they are now adults, continue to be her greatest joy. Brian Staley received his law degree from South Texas College of Law and has been practicing civil and appellate law for 26 years. As judge of Harris Countys 308th Family District Court, I resolved over 400 cases per month across the full spectrum of family law matters. Mark Montgomery attended the South Texas College of Law school while working as a Houston Police Officer. In order to become the Republican or Democratic Party nominee for a particular office, you must file an application (PDF) for a place on the ballot with the county or state party chair, as appropriate (see chart). As a family they enjoy game nights, traveling, and fostering dogs for a local rescue. for Family District Judge, 314th Judicial District. He expects a higher voter turnout in the fall but said they are typically less familiar with the candidates and stick to their party. Geric is a former teacher who taught 9th grade math. 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. 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. where he supervises 12 prosecutors in 6 County Courts at Law. With her heart for public service and her strong commitment to our community, Michelle Fraga stands ready to step into the arena. He was born in Houston and has lived in Harris County all his life. Judge Laryssa Korduba is the first female Justice of the Peace in Precinct 4, serving as Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 2. She received her law degree from South Texas College of Law and has been practicing criminal law in Harris County for 16 years. The family enjoys taking an active role in their church, schools, and neighborhood, bringing their spirit of teamwork to community causes, and sowing the seeds of patriotism. He also spent 7 years as a Bob is uniquely qualified to serve as Justice of the Peace. RT @TheDemocrats: Our first lady. With more than 32 years prosecuting criminal cases and 150+ felony jury trials under his belt, Julian Ramirez is well-qualified to bring needed change to the 248th Criminal District Court. In addition to prosecuting cases for the last 3 years at the Harris County Attorney's 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. 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. It belongs to the people. Brian and his wife Carol have been married 32 years and have three children. 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. 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. 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 is board certified in Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Kevin Fulton has dedicated his life to serving others. 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. Jesus Guillen received his law degree from South Texas College of Law in 2014 and has been practicing family law for 7 years. Join our Team HCDP as a Precinct Chair, volunteer to call voters, knock doors, become a fellow, or join our leadership academy. Prior to taking the bench, I served as an Assistant District Attorney for Harris County before running a successful general civil litigation practice and, soon, devoting my practice to family law. Gala, and Cardinals Christmas. Beall led the race by 13% in the primary. 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 was born in Harris County and has lived here for over 45 years. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, he has called Harris County his home since 2006. for Family District Judge, 311th Judicial District. "They aren't going to check the name.". for Family District Judge, 245th Judicial District. He has been co-parenting 3 children for over 30 years. After our review, we proudlyendorsed approximately 80% of the Democratic candidates. 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. When not practicing law, Fred enjoys traveling with his family and playing golf. for Family District Judge, 310th Judicial District. He is a Credentialed Mediator and an Arbitrator. Her husband, Bill Delmore, spent 27 years as a prosecutor at the Harris County District Attorneys Office and is currently a prosecutor in Montgomery County, where he has worked for Republican District Attorney Brett Ligon since he took office on January 1, 2009. for Family District Judge, 309th Judicial District. He served 10 years as the Precinct Chairman of Precinct 216 Senate District 13 (2007 - 2016). His first wife passed away and they had 2 sons who also attended school in Houston. Lance started his career in criminal law after being hired by Johnny Holmes to work as a prosecutor for the Harris County District Attorneys Office. 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. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Prior to making ourendorsement, we considered, among other things, each candidate's record, prior job performance, ethics, education, qualifications, priorities, stand on the issues, and vision for the future. Sophia is a native Houstonian with her own solo law practice. I believe in justice and fair treatment for all parties. Lance started his career in criminal law after being hired by Johnny Holmes to work as a prosecutor for the Harris County District Attorneys Office. With the experience and the work ethic that drove him through college, law school and years of practice in our courts, voters can be sure they will be getting a hardworking judge with common sense. Elizabeth and her husband, Bryan, live in Houston with their rescue dog, Hans. 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. Learn all about the 2022 Democratic Candidates: >> Harris County Democratic Party Voter Guide (PDF) >> League of Women Voters Houston Voter Guide >> Houston LGBTQ+ Political Caucus Endorsements Election Day November 8, 2022 -- 7AM - 7PM Election Day is November 8. Andy has lived in Harris County for the last 12 years where he has worked to represent and serve the people of Harris County not only in criminal matters of all degrees but also in many other practical and personal ways. From my father, I learned that every conversation starts with listening, and from my mother, the compassion to accept people as they are. Erin and her husband have 2 beautiful children, 2 grandchildren and 4 crazy doggies. 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. Geric is a former teacher who taught 9th grade math. Lance was born in Harris County and has lived here for over 45 years. (Section 172.022, Texas Election Code). Whether it be through the Houston Police Department, The District Attorneys Office, or through his work representing indigent adults and children, there is still more to be done to ensure our communitys faith is restored in the courthouse. Mark Goldberg received his law degree from South Texas College of Law in Houston and has been practicing law for over 25 years. 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. 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. He has forty years of experience in the criminal justice system including 11 years as a prosecutor in the City of Southside Place and six years as counsel for the misdemeanor veterans court. for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. This new political blog websiteofficially launched in late2020and is focused on issues important to Harris County residents. Justice Jewell has been Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1998. Donate today Support the work $5 $20.21 $50 $100 $225 Other Are you ready? I enjoy fishing, Houstons original restaurants, and professional sports, my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Duke and attending my granddaughters soccer games. Texas Justice of the Peace Courts, Courts in Texas Texas judicial elections Judicial selection in Texas. . Nile has been there as a volunteer mediator, in drafting wills in will clinics, in assisting in immigration forums, and sometimes he rolls up his sleeves with friends to do some labor with hurricane relief through groups such as the freemasons, shriners, bar associations, conservationist groups and whomever needs a helping hand in the neighborhood we call Texas. County Commissioner Court. After graduation, Dan worked for the Harris County District Attorneys Office and continues to work as a Criminal Defense Attorney in Harris County. She is a past member of HCRPs Military Partnership Committee. She has been a Texan all of her life and has lived in Harris County for almost 20 years. Rose Cardenas is a lifelong Houstonian. She has volunteered at M.D. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5, Place 2. Quyen graduated from Thurgood Marshall School of Law and has been practicing family law for over 15 years. He also spent 7 years as a seasoned criminal defense attorney. Until every county-wide Republican up for election in November 2016 was swept out of office, Judge Clyde had earned a reputation for FAIRNESS and for treating all people with RESPECT and courtesy, while faithfully following the law. He owns his firm with his wife, Karleana, who he is raising two children with. Her campaign slogan is Mama Mia Vote for Sophia, in honor of her mom. Man, woman shot in grocery store parking lot in SE Houston, police say, Armed carjacking suspect leads police on dangerous chase, Do not to buy Raspberry Rally cookies from eBay, Girl Scouts say. Aaron G. Adams is a practicing Attorney of 17 years, Sports Agent, Author, and Real Estate Investor. In 1999, he became the judge of Probate Court #3 in Harris County, where he served for twenty years. Michelle and her husband Stephen Fraga know firsthand the rewards of building strong families and strong communities. Judge Laryssa received her law degree from the University of Houston in 2003 as a Mixon Scholarship Recipient. Justice Jewell is a member of the State Bar of Texas and Houston Bar Association, and a fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation. He has since been practicing family law as an attorney since 2005 and has owned his own Family law firm since 2006. Since taking the bench as Justice of the Peace, Judge Laryssa has made countless strides to improve customer service, increase and pilot new technology programs, and guarantee efficiency in her courtroom. Will Archer has 25 years of experience as a practicing Attorney. 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. for District Judge, 185th Judicial District, for District Judge, 189th Judicial District, for District Judge, 190th Judicial Distric, for District Judge, 208th Judicial District. Geric was raised by a single Mexican mother with 2 siblings. Attorneys Office where he served as a Chief Prosecutor is two of the County Courts at Law. Houston police officers shot: 1 officer killed, 1 injured while executing warrant in NE Harris Co. Denise Graves received her bachelors of science in criminal justice from Sam Houston State University before earning her J.D. Frank Aguilar, Chris Morton and Hilary Unger beat their opponents. Harris County Democratic judges avoid major losses in felony courts after violent crime attack ads. Amber Cox is a seasoned attorney with 18 years of civil and criminal court experience. Tami C. Pierce has over 30 years experience in the Criminal Justice system.