Get to the polls prepared! 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. Sartaj grew up in Spring, Texas and attended Klein High School. Mark has practiced criminal and family law for over 24 years. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5, Place 2. If no candidate in a race wins the majorityas in cases where more than two candidates are competing for a seata runoff election is held between the top two candidates. Lori holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Baylor Law School. 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. 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. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, Place 2, Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4, Place 2. Originally from Natchez, Mississippi, he has lived in Harris County for 29 years. During that time, Judge Hart became known for low dockets, fair trials and justice delivered. While most of our local Democratic candidates barely squeakedby to win, all of our statewide candidates lost. Tami then went to law school, raised a family and began her law career as a criminal defense attorney prior to becoming a prosecutor. Every action you take makes a big difference. She briefly left Houston to attend the University of Texas, where she got her undergraduate degree and a law degree. In addition, Sophia is a member and Past President (2013-2015) of the Downtown Houston Pachyderm Club, a member of the Greater Houston Pachyderm Club, and previously served on the National Pachyderm Foundation Board. for District Judge, 209th Judicial District. Odus Evbagharu, chair of the Harris County Democratic Party Evbagharu believes Democratic voters turned out in reaction to the Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade, as well as to. Gala, and Cardinals Christmas. 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. April is an honors graduate of Harvard Law School and Abilene Christian University. A. in Business Administration with a major in accounting. Joshua has been married to his wife, Jenny, for 20 years, who is an entrepreneur, running the successful Shaka Power Yoga in Cypress and also a SUP yoga program in Humble, Cypress, and Texas City. Glass made headlines in September of 2021 when Houston police officer William 'Bill' Jeffrey was killed in the line of duty. Before his appointment, Justice Wilson was a partner at Susman Godfrey, one of Americas most prominent litigation firms. He has practiced in both state and federal courts. The elections are closed, however, in that voters may not participate in the proceedings (a runoff primary or a convention) of another party thereafter. 1976 Press Photo Bob Sobeo, candidate for Harris County Chairman, Texas That's why 68 Republican judicial candidates have stepped up to run for office this November. Over the years, I was also appointed by the probate judges to handle both contested and uncontested estate and guardianship matters. She resolved thousands of cases from DWI to aggravated robbery, child abuse, and capital murder. GOP claims of Election Day mismanagement, fraud don't explain Democrats RT @TheDemocrats: Our first lady. 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. Growing up in San Antonio, my parents instilled in me two valuable lessons, ones that I have carried with me through my three decades of practicing family law here in Houston, my eight years as a Harris County family court judge, and now in my service to you as a family law arbitrator and mediator. Since leaving the district attorneys office, Lori has spent the last three years representing indigent defendants in Harris County. 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. In 1983, Bob began his legal career by establishing his legal practice. Currently an Assistant District Attorney with the Harris County District Attorneys office, Ambers work as a prosecutor has been to maintain the communitys safety while seeing that justice is done. Judge Laryssa received her law degree from the University of Houston in 2003 as a Mixon Scholarship Recipient. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8, Place 2. 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. As judge of Harris Countys 308th Family District Court, I resolved over 400 cases per month across the full spectrum of family law matters. Houston native and attorney Leslie Johnson is the Republican nominee for Judge of Harris County Criminal Court-at-Law No. The Harris County Democratic Party is dedicated to the ideal that everyone deserves an equal shot at life, . The advertisements rolled out with weeks to go until the November election. Zachary is a graduate of Baylor University and St. Marys University School of Law. My experiences have taught me that fair, efficient, and objective dispute resolution saves time and legal costs. He has been in Harris County for over 40 years and is proud to call Texas his home with his wife, two sons, five daughters and three grandchildren. While at the District Attorneys Office, Nathan prosecuted an array of offenses while serving in both specialty divisions, such as Major Offenders and Child Abuse, and in the trial bureau, where he was recently promoted to Division Chief. She was instrumental in developing the young offender S.O.B.E.R. for District Judge, 248th Judicial District. He is a former board member of Star of Hope and Main Street Ministries and an Elder at First Presbyterian Church of Houston. Jessica and her husband, Michael, have been married for 20 years, have two children, and one spoiled pug. It belongs to the people. He has also volunteered as a professional auctioneer since 1992, helping numerous non-profit organizations raise funds for worthy causes throughout Harris and Galveston County. (Saving Ourselves By Education and Recovery) court addressing the needs of young repeat D.W.I. 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. 1. He has served as an Associate Judge in the Houston Municipal Courts and is currently the Chief Investigator for the Harris County District Attorneys Office. 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. He is also a small business owner. for District Judge, 234th Judicial District. Heather's legal career was inspired by her father, who also served as a prosecutor in Harris County for many years before he was elected to the 14th Court of Appeals. Jones said several factors contribute to the shake up of judges: bond, where the candidates were on the ballot, and whether they are male or female. Learn more about the Republican judicial candidates and crime in Harris County below and contribute to the partys joint judicial campaign to help get them elected! Filing in the Democratic or Republican 2020 Primary (Section 172.022, Texas Election Code). County Commissioner Court. 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. for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8, Place 2. 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. Justice Jewell is a member of the State Bar of Texas and Houston Bar Association, and a fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation. 100% remote. Anderson Cancer Hospital, Sheltering Arms, Houston Independent School District, Young Leaders in Medicine, and the Junior League of Houston. Individual seeking a County office as an Independent candidate must file for a place on the ballot with the Harris County Judge: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo 1001 Preston, Suite 911 Houston, Texas 77002 Phone: 713-274-7000 Fax: 713-755-8379 As an assistant district attorney, Lori worked her way up through the ranks of the district attorneys office. Xavier will be the kind of judge who always puts our community and the Constitution first. "It's possible that a few of the more lenient Democratic judges do get some blow back via campaign by Republicans reaching out to Democrats, but by in large, when people get to this part of the ballot, unless someone has done something pretty egregious to rise to that level of public attention, in November they are either going to check the D or the R," Jones explained. Bob is uniquely qualified to serve as Justice of the Peace. He was born in Houston and has lived in Harris County all his life. 1. Houston, Texas 77020 Justice Kevin Jewell was elected to the Fourteenth Court of Appeals on November 8, 2016. Before that, he practiced as a Certified Public Accountant. Powell, the lone African-American male incumbent to lose re-election to the district court bench in Harris County, secured a place on the ballot after the Harris County Democratic Party initially . Kristin works with nonprofits that specialize in addiction and recovery. 3. Anderson Cancer Hospital, Sheltering Arms, Houston Independent School District, Young Leaders in Medicine, and the Junior League of Houston. Harris County crime rates have skyrocketed under the Democrats' leadership. Her campaign slogan is Mama Mia Vote for Sophia, in honor of her mom. As an election integrity expert, she supports entities across the nation to have strong election security. Interns wanted: Get paid to help ensure that every voter has unbiased election information. Bruce Bain is an accomplished trial attorney with 35 years of civil trial experience. He is currently married and enjoys his 3 grandchildren. I also belong to the Houston Business and Estate Planning Council and the Houston Estate and Financial Forum. 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. 713-802-0085. Mark has practiced criminal and family law for over 24 years. Jesus Guillen received his law degree from South Texas College of Law in 2014 and has been practicing family law for 7 years. Geric has been practicing family law since 2007. Texas may eventually be a blue state, but it's going to take more time and the nomination of solid, mainstream (moderate) candidates whocan appeal to urban and rural voters. He has been lead counsel in thousands of cases, ranging from small controversies to cases to large. Lori spent most of her adult life as an assistant district attorney in the Harris County District Attorneys Office. Bob is married to Mei Wolfe and their daughter attends public school. 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. Aaron G. Adams is a practicing Attorney of 17 years, Sports Agent, Author, and Real Estate Investor. Folks who say they want to protect children should help me end. 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. For more on this story, follow Mycah Hatfield on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Justice Kevin Jewell was elected to the Fourteenth Court of Appeals on November 8, 2016. Beall led the race by 13% in the primary. 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. for District Judge, 263rd Judicial District. Mike Monks is a native Houstonian, fourth-generation Texan, and lifelong Republican. He is a Credentialed Mediator and an Arbitrator. 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. Andrew founded the Bayley Law Firm in 2010 that he currently runs with his wife and partner, Yalda Bayley. Her legal career has focused on family law, successfully representing litigants in all aspects of marriage and divorce. Tonya McLaughlin is a native Texan. She has tried more than 100 jury trials as an attorney and as a judge presided over more than 200 jury trials. Graduating with her law degree from South Texas College of Law in 1988, which included a summer program in law at Oxford University, Sophia became a licensed attorney with the State Bar of Texas that same year, then launched her law practice in 1991. Geric has been practicing family law since 2007. From my father, I learned that every conversation starts with listening, and from my mother, the compassion to accept people as they are. Sophia has volunteered for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital by serving on the Houston Gala committee from 2006 to 2021. To view our blog poston the 2022 election, please click on the link below: HarrisCountyDemocrats.com Comments on the 2022 General Election Results. He practiced law in Harris County for almost 20 years before he was appointed Associate Judge of the 309th District Court. 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 Family District Judge, 312th Judicial District. 3. Having lived in Houston his entire adult life, this is especially true for Harris County. Joshua started college at the age of fourteen and has dedicated his career to service by working for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, assisting law enforcement as an attorney for the Harris County Deputies Organization, and as a court appointed indigent criminal defense attorney. She has been a Texan all of her life and has lived in Harris County for almost 20 years. 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 Women's Club (2015). As an (almost) lifelong resident of Harris County, she cant imagine a better place to live with her two dogs, Penny and Roch. Our phones are staffed Monday through Friday from 10AMuntil 4PMat(713) 802-0085,oremail us at: harrisdemocrats@harrisdemocrats.com. Lance has dedicated his entire career to serving the public. for Family District Judge, 314th Judicial District. For years Fraga has been bringing leadership, fresh ideas, and high energy to good causes in our community. Then came the 2002 gubernatorial election year. Fraga credits the support of her large extended family for making it possible for this working mom to serve in these ways. Partisan primaries are held if even one candidate has filed for a position. He graduated first in his class. 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. Her legal career has spanned over three decades and delved into many levels of litigation, probate, transactional, and real estate/property matters. He has since been practicing family law as an attorney since 2005 and has owned his own Family law firm since 2006. Sophia has volunteered for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital by serving on the Houston Gala committee from 2006 to 2021. All Rights Reserved. Jessica has continued to serve the community in indigent defense and works in the countys drug courts helping clients overcome drug addiction. A graduate of Stephen F. Austin University with a BS in Anatomy and Physiology and with a law degree from South Texas College of Law, Amber is also a mom to two wonderful daughters, Addison and Camryn. As a prosecutor, Elizabeth has served as a Misdemeanor Chief and practiced in the Felony, Juvenile and Intake Divisions. for District Judge, 189th Judicial District. for District Judge, 281st Judicial District. Michael graduated from Baylor University with a BBA, majoring in Finance and Economics. He has been licensed and practiced civil litigation in the Harris County Courts for 30-years. where he supervises 12 prosecutors in 6 County Courts at Law. Quyen graduated from Thurgood Marshall School of Law and has been practicing family law for over 15 years. Mark Montgomery attended the South Texas College of Law school while working as a Houston Police Officer. He served 10 years as the Precinct Chairman of Precinct 216 Senate District 13 (2007 - 2016). Judge Laryssa Korduba is the first female Justice of the Peace in Precinct 4, serving as Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 2. Judge Prine left the bench in 2019. UPDATE 11/9/22: The general election results are in. Appeals from the Southern District go to the United States Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. Lori holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Baylor Law School. U.S. Congressional District 38 Duncan F. Klussmann Centrell Reed Diana Martinez Alexander Governor Rich Wakeland Beto O'Rourke Joy Diaz Inocencio Barrientez Michael Cooper Lieutenant Governor Michelle Beckley Carla Brailey Mike Collier Attorney General S. T-Bone Raynor Lee Merrit Mike Fields Joe Jaworski Rochele Mercedes Garza He has also volunteered as a professional auctioneer since 1992, helping numerous non-profit organizations raise funds for worthy causes throughout Harris and Galveston County. A. in Business Administration with a major in accounting. [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. While with the Houston Police Department, he was awarded the Meritorious Service Award and named Police Officer of the Year. 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. Justice Jewell has been Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1998. His first wife passed away and they had 2 sons who also attended school in Houston. In his free time, Sartaj loves to spend time with his family and travel. 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. 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. Xavier began his career with the Harris County District I am also a member of the Disability and Elder Law Attorneys Association and Attorneys in Tax and Probate. 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 since been a practicing attorney for over 30 years. Geric is a combat veteran having served 11 years in the U.S. Army with a combat tour during Desert Storm. 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. 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. Sophia is a member of the Rotary Club of Houston International and the Middle Eastern Heritage Club of Houston. After she received her law degree, she moved back to Houston and has been practicing law in the bayou city since 1986. Geric Tipsword has been a Houston resident since 2004, coming to Houston to attend law school he remained to begin his law practice. B. 2022 General Election Democratic Candidates - Harris County Democrats He graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School in Madison Wisconsin. A proud Texan, Zachary has made Houston his home for the past six years, and he is an active member of Christ Church Cathedral. She was born and raised in Houston and has lived in Harris County for 27 years. He remained there for over 25 years and rose to the level of Division Chief. He has served as an Associate Judge in the Houston Municipal Courts and is currently the Chief Investigator for the Harris County District Attorney's Office. Even without straight ticket voting, Jones said voters tend to stick to their parties and does not expect many if any of the open seats to be turned over to a Republican in the November election. Resolutions passed by Executive Committee. failing to proactively address the violent crime wave, reckless bail bond decisions, allegations of corruption, scandals, general incompetence, etc.) The people of Harris County speak more than 145 different languages and come from every corner of the globe. 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. Family District Judge, 280th Judicial District. Elizabeth and her husband, Bryan, live in Houston with their rescue dog, Hans. Sartaj has been a successful attorney practicing in a variety of different settings at the trial and appellate level for more than 12 years. Harris County leaders face a slew of challengers this election season Sophia is a native Houstonian with her own solo law practice. 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. In 1983, Bob began his legal career by establishing his legal practice. Over the years, I was also appointed by the probate judges to handle both contested and uncontested estate and guardianship matters. for District Judge, 208th Judicial District. Rory practiced law for over twenty years in Houston. 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 owns his firm with his wife, Karleana, who he is raising two children with. 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. Harris County crime rates have skyrocketed under the Democrats leadership. Sophia is honored to be on the November ballot as the Republican nominee for Judge of Harris County Probate Court #2! Rose Cardenas is a lifelong Houstonian. Chuck Silverman, Abigail Anastasio, Amy Martin and Greg Glass all came up short. Bob is uniquely qualified to serve as Justice of the Peace. ", for District Judge, 232nd Judicial District, for District Judge, 234th Judicial District, for District Judge, 248th Judicial District, for District Judge, 262nd Judicial District. for District Judge, 228th Judicial District. 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. for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No. Monks is dedicated to being firm but fair. He was born in Port Arthur, Texas and has lived in Harris County for 38 years. 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. Dan would like to continue his passion by earning your vote to serve our justice system as a judge. She received her law degree from South Texas College of Law and has been practicing criminal law in Harris County for 16 years. from the South Texas College of Law. In 2012 he served as a State Delegate at the Convention in Fort Worth and was a Member of the Rules Committee. He owns his firm with his wife, Karleana, who he is raising two children with. Eight current Democratic criminal court judges won their race in the primary. Mark honorably retired as a Houston Police Lieutenant after 25 years of service. Take Action. Entdecke 1960 Pressefoto Jack Matthews des demokratischen Exekutivkomitees Harris County in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! In 2003, Judge Wilson was appointed Judge of the 157th Judicial District Court in Harris County, where he served for over 15 years. Im a long-time attorney, arbitrator, and former Harris county criminal court judge in Houston, Texas.