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. Leslie and her husband, Houston attorney Dane Johnson, reside in Houston and have two children. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Remember, early voting runs from Oct. 24 - Nov. 4, and election day will be on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. 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. She graduated from the University of Saint Thomas with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Business Administration and South Texas College of Law with a Doctor of Jurisprudence in 1997. for Family District Judge, 314th Judicial District. He has also served as appellate counsel in numerous trials across thestate. Michelle and her husband Stephen Fraga know firsthand the rewards of building strong families and strong communities. In the five months has served, Judge Antu has reduced the criminal backlog by 900 cases and has presided over 6 jury trials. for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. Sartaj grew up in Spring, Texas and attended Klein High School. 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. Geric is a former teacher who taught 9th grade math. Andy Taylor received his law degree from the Texas Tech School of Law in 2009 and has been practicing criminal law throughout the State of Texas for 12 years. 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. .courts-header { font-size:150%;background-color:#334aab;color:white;} 8 years of his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney. 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). 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. As a fifth-generation Latino Texan, Leo Farias understands the state's culture, needs, and struggles. Immediately after, Nathan moved to Houston, where he began practicing civil law for a brief time before joining the Harris County District Attorneys Office in 2007, where he is still employed. In addition, she has a history of working with domestic violence victims and owns her family law firm, which she has been practicing her entire career. After our review, we proudlyendorsed approximately 80% of the Democratic candidates. For Justice, 14th Court of Appeals, Place 2. State Representatives. I believe in justice and fair treatment for all parties. 1. Candidates seeking the nomination of the Democratic or Republican Party must file (1) a candidate application, and (2) a filing fee or petition in lieu of filing fee. Houston native and attorney Leslie Johnson is the Republican nominee for Judge of Harris County Criminal Court-at-Law No. for Family District Judge, 308th Judicial District, for Family District Judge, 309th Judicial District. B. Tuesday's. Lori holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Baylor Law School. Xavier will be the kind of judge who always puts our community and the Constitution first. As a prosecutor, Elizabeth has served as a Misdemeanor Chief and practiced in the Felony, Juvenile and Intake Divisions. He was born in the DFW metroplex and grew up in Burleson, Texas. Judicial candidates. Sophia is a member of the Rotary Club of Houston International and the Middle Eastern Heritage Club of Houston. To that end, we endorse the best candidates regardless of political affiliation. In addition, Judge Ditta served as the Presiding Administrative Judge for all 16 Harris County Justice Courts from 2002-2004 and the Co-Presiding Administrative Judge from 2000-2002. She was born and raised in Houston and is a proud graduate of Bellaire High School. She resolved thousands of cases from DWI to aggravated robbery, child abuse, and capital murder. for Family District Judge, 310th Judicial District, for Family District Judge, 311th Judicial District, for Family District Judge, 312th Judicial District, for Family District Judge, 313th Judicial District, for Family District Judge, 314th Judicial District, for Family District Judge, 315th Judicial District. The Harris County Democratic Party is NOT doing anything to assist the 22 electeds. He graduated from the University of Houston, earning a B. April Farris was appointed to the First Court of Appeals by Governor Abbott in 2021. In 1983, Bob began his legal career by establishing his legal practice. He has been recognized in Strathmores Whos Who of Professionals, HTown Magazine, and Houstonia Magazine. .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 Before taking the bench, he handled hundreds of appeals and presented oral argument in over 100 cases collectively in the Supreme Court of Texas, all intermediate appellate courts in Texas, and several United States courts of appeals. [1] The United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas has jurisdiction in Harris County. Gala, and Cardinals Christmas. Sophia is the immediate past president of the Greater Houston Council of Federated Republican Women (2020-2021) and a past President of Magic Circle Republican Womens Club (2015). Michael grew up in Pasadena where he and his wife of 36 years, Laura, raised their 3 children. In 1983, Bob began his legal career by establishing his legal practice. She was born in Argentina, and emigrated to the United States with her family as a young child. Sophia has volunteered for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital by serving on the Houston Gala committee from 2006 to 2021. ", for District Judge, 232nd Judicial District, for District Judge, 234th Judicial District, for District Judge, 248th Judicial District, for District Judge, 262nd Judicial District. Her work in the private sector since the early 2000s includes extensive experience in our County Criminal Courts. Erin and her husband have 2 beautiful children, 2 grandchildren and 4 crazy doggies. Justice Adams has been married for thirty-eight years and has three children. To view the 2022 Harris County and Texas general election results, please click on the buttons below. for District Judge, 157th Judicial District. Leslie has practiced a mix of civil and criminal law and, from 1997 until 2000, worked in the Harris County Attorney's Office representing public officials, deputies, and correctional officers in civil litigation. 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. When not working tirelessly for his clients, Chris loves traveling with his growing family. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- The primary election proved to be a shake up for judges in Harris County. Lance has dedicated his entire career to serving the public. Judge Laryssa received her law degree from the University of Houston in 2003 as a Mixon Scholarship Recipient. for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. She sits on the boards of the TEACH, Harriet and Joe Foster YMCA and Catholic Charities. [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. Down-ballot races are not typically a hot election topic, but public concerns over rising crime have pushed Harris County's 68 judicial races to the forefront this cycle. 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). As an Assistant District Attorney, I gained invaluable criminal law experience, and in my civil litigation practice, invaluable experience in business dissolution and bankruptcy issues, tax issues related to retirement accounts and alimony, and issues related to separate vs. community property, all of which come up frequently in family law matters. Her campaign slogan is Mama Mia Vote for Sophia, in honor of her mom. Click here to contact us for media inquiries, and please donate here to support our continued expansion. 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. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8, Place 2. 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. She was elected to this position in November 2014. Our phones are staffed Monday through Friday from 10AMuntil 4PMat(713) 802-0085,oremail us at: harrisdemocrats@harrisdemocrats.com. Judge Michael Landrum served Harris County as a district court judge for six years but was swept out of office in the 2018 election. She previously served as a partner at Yetter Coleman, LLP and as an assistant Texas Solicitor General. 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. Harris County courthouse Chambers USA named Wilson as one of the leading commercial litigators in America. He was twice selected as Trial Judge of the Year by the Texas Association of Civil Trial and Appellate Specialists. 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. Candidates for federal office must file a federal application (PDF). In addition, Malcolm served on the Board of Directors of a Privately Held Corporation with more than 30 million dollars in annual sales. After that, Nathan stayed in Austin and attended the University of Texas School of Law, receiving his JD. Will Archer has 25 years of experience as a practicing Attorney. She has handled a broad range of legal matters, representing individuals, corporations, and small businesses on both sides of the docket and serving in a representative capacity as ad litem. for Family District Judge, 257th Judicial District. She was born and raised in Houston and has lived in Harris County for 27 years. From my father, I learned that every conversation starts with listening, and from my mother, the compassion to accept people as they are. Todd Frankfort, a lawyer with over 27 years experience, is a native Houstonian and 5th generation Texan. First name Last name Email Address Follow the link below for more information about running and details regarding the March 19 CEC meeting. Family District Judge, 280th Judicial District. ROBERT FICKMAN'S 2022 HARRIS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY JUDICIAL ENDORSEMENTS Friends - The Harris County District Attorneys Office has SHAMEFULLY encouraged assistant district attorneys and pro- prosecution candidates to run against some of our best incumbent judges in the Democratic Primary. for District Judge, 209th Judicial District. for District Judge, 262nd Judicial District. for District Judge, 183rd Judicial District, for District Judge, 184th Judicial Distric. Our Mission Our mission is to promote and recruit qualified local Democrats in seeking positions of public office, to educate the Democratic Bar in ways in which it can promote Democratic ideas and candidates, and to assist the Harris County Democratic Party in all ways consistent with Democratic values. All Rights Reserved. In 2003, Judge Wilson was appointed Judge of the 157th Judicial District Court in Harris County, where he served for over 15 years. 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. I also served two terms as a member of the District 4A grievance committee (which disciplines attorneys) and served as Chair in 1994. In his free time, Sartaj loves to spend time with his family and travel. Justice Adams, now back in private practice, has been an appellate lawyer for more than thirty years. Having lived in Houston his entire adult life, this is especially true for Harris County. Harris County, Texas contains 60 judicial districts, four probate courts and one county court.[1]. Jeffrey and other officers were serving a high-level narcotics warrant to a 30-year-old suspect at the time. Lance has dedicated his entire career to serving the public. for District Judge, 182nd Judicial District. Notauthorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. Over the years, I was also appointed by the probate judges to handle both contested and uncontested estate and guardianship matters. Judge Maritza Antu was appointed by Governor Gregg Abbott to be the first Judge of the 482nd Criminal District Court. Gardner Eastland received his law degree from SMU in Dallas and has been practicing family law for 18 years. In 2012 he served as a State Delegate at the Convention in Fort Worth and was a Member of the Rules Committee. Having lived in Houston his entire adult life, this is especially true for Harris County. 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. Paula Goodhart has practiced criminal law for 29 years. offenders while ensuring public safety. (Saving Ourselves By Education and Recovery) court addressing the needs of young repeat D.W.I. He expects a higher voter turnout in the fall but said they are typically less familiar with the candidates and stick to their party. He was born in Houston Texas and has been living in Harris County his whole life. Geric was raised by a single Mexican mother with 2 siblings. They included visitation and geographical restriction issues, as well as complex property divisions. for District Judge, 234th Judicial District. Her current term ends on January 1, 2027. 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. Xavier has spent nearly 8 years of his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney. With her heart for public service and her strong commitment to our community, Michelle Fraga stands ready to step into the arena. Justice Kevin Jewell was elected to the Fourteenth Court of Appeals on November 8, 2016. Bob is a native Houstonian, where he was born, raised, and attended public schools. for District Judge, 228th Judicial District, for District Judge, 230th 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. Ramirez pledges to improve the effectiveness of the 248th Judicial District by reducing the huge case backlog, trying more cases, and bringing justice to all parties more swiftly. He has volunteered his valuable time to assist several community-based groups that focus on preventing teen suicide, domestic abuse, and poverty. Kevins 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 Attorneys Office, where he learned to balance the constitutional rights of the accused while never forgetting the victims impacted by crime. Milwaukee County Judge Janet Protasiewicz, the race's liberal-backed candidate, said Wednesday she would recuse herself from hearing lawsuits brought by or against the Democratic Party of . ", for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. 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.