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George Goffney, Jr. to Run for Harris County Constable Precinct #2

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Black Voters Make Texas Biggest Battleground State In 2020 Carroll G. Robinson

Texas is now the Biggest Battleground State (BBGS) in America because it has the largest Black population in America.

If Texas Democrats invest in registering one million new Black Democratic voters for the 2020 General Election, educating them on the need to Vote the Entire Ballot From Top To Bottom because there will be no straight ticket voting in 2020, and turnout 1.5 million Black Democratic voters in 2020, Democrats will turn Texas Blue.

If Texas Democrats invest in a Black to Blue strategy of voter registration, voter education and Black GOTV, not only will Democrats win the White House, we will

also elect a Democratic United States Senator from Texas, retake the Texas State House, secure a Democratic State House Speaker, send more Texas Democrats to Congress, win statewide executive, regulatory and judicial elections as well as sweep county elections and county judicial races all across Texas.

Black voters, especially Black women, will decide if Texas moves from a battleground state to a solid Blue state in 2020.

Texas will turn Blue in 2020 if Texas (and national) Democratic Party leaders recognize and acknowledge that Black Voters are the Decisive Voters in turning Texas Blue in 2020.

Black voters have been, and still are, the most loyal voting block and constituency in the Texas and national Democratic Party coalition.

If Texas--and national--Democratic Party leaders really want the biggest bang for their investment in winning Texas in 2020, then their priority must be investing in Black voter registration, education and

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turnout because it will produce the best and highest return on their investment. Black voters vote 90% or more for Democrats. No other group comes close to that level of political support, commitment and loyalty.

It's time for Black voter loyalty to be fully acknowledged, recognized, rewarded and respected. If Democrats have not already recognized it by now, Democrats can't win, and won't turn Texas Blue, without massive Black voter turnout in 2020. To do that, the Democratic Party at the national, state and county levels must all hire local Black consultants, policy advisors and field organizers and also invest in local Black media outlets, radio and newspapers, and in mail, robocalls and door knocking in the Black community all across Texas; rural, suburban and urban.

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I’M A LIFE-LONG DEMOCRAT

Dear Texans:

Currently, all 9 Justice seats represent a Republican based mindset influencing the functions of business and the lives of people who may not share that particular mindset. For this very reason, I am asking for your support. Please elect me as your experienced, fair and balanced voice in the Texas Supreme Court.

Sincerely,

Judge Staci Williams 2020 Democratic Candidate for Justice, Texas Supreme Court

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George and His Wife Carla are Lifelong Democrats

George Goffney, Jr. has dedicated his life and career to energy and law enforcement. Having grown up in the rural community of Dickinson, Texas – just south of the Houston Metroplex – Mr. Goffney, has always exhibited a dedication to and need for a safe and functional community that embraces respect, diversity and ethical practices.

Upon graduating from Dickinson High School, Mr. Goffney attended College of the Mainland while working in the Chemical and Energy Sector. Attaining a degree as a technology operator, he secured employment at Rohm & Haas where he made a successful career as a plant operator and most tenured operator. In the transactional merging of Rohm & Haas with Dow Chemicals, leadership elected to keep Mr. Goffney on as the most tenured Plant Operator/Trainer with 40+ years of experience.

During his time at Rohm & Haas, George continued his education by attending the police academy at College of the Mainland. Having successfully graduated and passing the TCLEOSE exam, Mr. Goffney was commissioned as a certified police officer and joined the Galveston County Sherriff’s Department. Working diligently within the community, in neighborhoods, building relationships with business owners and young people - Mr. Goffney became a community icon having made his presence known in his local community and hometown.

Mr. Goffney is a native Texan and takes great joy in caring for his mother whom resides in Dickinson, Texas. He is the father of seven and grandfather of twelve. He married to City of Houston Fire Fighter Carla West Goffney and they reside in Friendswood, Texas. In their spare time they enjoy travel, spending time with the grandchildren and hosting family events at home.

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GEORGE GOFFNEY, JR’S PROMISE: I promise to safeguard lives and property, reduce fear of crime, enhance public safety and improve the quality of life for the diverse people of the communities we serve. I promise to also provide custom tailored law enforcement to the neighborhoods and businesses within Precinct 2, faithfully following the rules and codes that govern the service and execution of civil documents.

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Judge Maria T. Jackson kicks off campaign for Harris County Commissioner Precinct 1

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Former Judge Maria T. Jackson is challenging Commissioner Rodney Ellis in the Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Democratic Primary race for Harris County Commissioner Precinct #1.

Jackson’s supporters include family members of Commissioner El Franco Lee, who served Precinct 1 for many years up until his death in 2016.

HOUSTON - Standing on the steps of the Harris County Courthouse and surrounded by more than 60 friends, family and supporters, Judge Maria T. Jackson today kicked off her campaign to be the next commissioner for Harris County Precinct 1.

“I ask you to look around,” said Judge Jackson. “This looks like Harris County. I embrace our diversity, our thoughts, cultures and needs. Precinct 1 is where I was born and raised, and I have been serving this community for 30 years.”

Jackson’s supporters include family members of Commissioner El Franco Lee, who served Precinct 1 for many years up until his death in 2016. She also enjoys the backing of the current and former presidents of the Houston Police Officers Union and many others in local law enforcement. She is a former teacher and one of the founders of the first YES Academy, which began in Sunnyside. She presided over the 339th felony state district court for the last 11 years. Prior to that, she served for five years as a municipal court judge for the City of Houston.

“I am running because Harris County is at a crossroads,” said Jackson. “I have

seen up close and personal what is happening with the current administration.

Precinct 1 is drowning due to a lack of leadership. I am committed to public service. I know I can make a difference for our community. We deserve better and I want to make that happen.”

As a senior administration judge, Jackson oversaw and managed structural reform and improvement within the criminal justice system. She has finance experience from working as a municipal bond attorney and believes her leadership and management skills can be used to achieve positive change on commissioners court.

Jackson is developing a sixpoint campaign platform that includes transparent fiscal management, public safety, flooding and infrastructure, senior and youth programs, education and job training, business opportunities and prosperity.

“I took a leap of faith in stepping off the bench to invest in you,” said Jackson.

“Now I ask that you invest in me to be your Harris County commissioner for Precinct 1.

I promise I will represent you with honesty, integrity and fairness. I will be a commissioner for all.”

Harris County Commissioner candidate Maria T. Jackson defines campaign platform and launches digital presence

HOUSTON - Judge Maria T. Jackson has taken another huge step in her campaign to bring new ideas and new blood to Harris County Precinct One with the launch of her six-point campaign platform and robust digital presence.

"I took a leap of faith by leaving my position as judge because I believe we deserve better," said Jackson. "My priorities as your commissioner will be keeping you safe, reducing flooding, adding jobs, expanding access to healthcare, improving educational opportunities for our kids, and getting government working better."

Jackson's campaign website is available here. She is also launching

Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages.

"Just look around," said Jackson.

"Is your life any better now than it was before my opponent took office? People are still displaced from Harvey.

There has been no progress toward reducing the risk of future flooding.

Nothing is being done to encourage economic development and job creation. Lastly, public safety and criminal justice are a second thought to our current commissioner and as a result our community is suffering."

Judge Jackson is a lifelong resident of Harris County Precinct One. She helped found YES Academy. She was a municipal judge and served eleven years as presiding Judge of the 339th State District Court in Harris County before stepping down to become the next commissioner for Harris County Precinct One. She earned a bachelor's in political science from the University of Texas at Arlington and a law degree from Texas A & M. Judge Jackson is a mentor for atrisk youth, high school students, law students and young lawyers. She is a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, active in the Houston Chapter of Links, Inc., a sustaining member of the Harris County Democratic Party, a member of Lakewood Church and a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.

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...Attorney Jeralynn C. Manor Will Seek to Unseat Judge Larry Weiman in the Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Democratic Primary AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©

One of the most intriguing races on the Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Democratic Party Primary ballot in Harris County, Texas will be the race for Judge of the 80th, Civil District Court.

In this race you will have a 17-year legal veteran in Attorney Jeralynn C. Manor, a life-long Democrat seeking to unseat a sitting Democratic judge whom she feels needs to go. Can she accomplish her objective? The answer to this question is YES. Will she accomplish her objective? The answer to this question will depend on whether she can get the financial support she needs to do so. Now, don’t get me wrong, Attorney Manor is more than capable of self-funding her entire Democratic Party Primary run. However, no “DULY-QUALIFIED” candidate should have to do so in my opinion. Thus, as you prepare to make an informed voting decision in 2020, please keep in mind that Attorney Jeralynn C. Manor is a “DULYQUALIFIED” lifelong Democrat who values and respects your vote. And on top of that, she will need donations to accomplish her goal of becoming a member of the judiciary.

A PERFECT EXAMPLE OF A JUDGE GETTING UNSEATED IN A DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY

In the past, local attorneys have been reluctant to challenge Democratic sitting judges in their party’s primary. We see such few challenges to incumbents, partly because of the huge war-chests, they are typically sitting on. And another reason is because of the negative feedback the potential challenger could potentially receive from pundits and other inner-party operatives. However, one doesn't have to delve too far into the annals of Harris

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County history to see a perfect example of how a Democratic incumbent can be unseated by a “DULY-QUALIFIED” challenger who is unafraid to challenge them. For example, back in the 2018 Democratic Primary election race for Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3, Position 2, Judge Don Coffey lost to his Democratic challenger — Lucia Bates a life-long Democrat. After leading Bates in absentee voting by a total 1,629 (ABSENTEE BALLOTS) for Judge Don Coffey, to 803 (ABSENTEE BALLOTS) for Lucia Bates the wheels came off for Judge

Coffey as Bates’ “GROUND-GAME” grassroots strategy proved too much for Judge Coffey to handle. In case you don’t know, Bates, the Democratic challenger beat Judge Coffey in (EARLY VOTING) ballots by a total of 2,817 early votes for Lucia Bates, to 2,287 early votes for Judge Coffey. And she really ran up the numbers on actual (ELECTION DAY) ballots by receiving 2,497 election day votes, to Judge Coffey’s 1,640 election day votes.

So, in the end, Lucia Bates unseated Judge Don Coffey (the incumbent) Democrat by gaining 6,117 overall votes, or 52.40%, while Judge Coffey could only muster 5,556 overall votes for 47.60% in his re-election bid to earn the Democratic nomination back in 2018.

ATTORNEY MANOR IS SEEKING TO UNSEAT JUDGE LARRY WEIMAN IN 2020

In case you don’t know, Attorney Jeralynn C. Manor has her own personal wealth, so, she is more than capable of (self-funding) her campaign to unseat Judge Larry Weiman. However, it is incumbent upon community stake-

ris County, Texas chose to not cast a ballot in the race for Judge, 80th Civil District Court for one reason or another.

THE 2012 GENERAL ELECTION

On Tuesday, November 6, 2012, Larry Weiman, the Democratic incumbent was challenged by his Republican rival Richard Risinger. As what is customary in Harris County, Risinger, the Republican jumped out to an early lead during the (ABSENTEE BALLOT) phase of the game by receiving 39,090 (ABSENTEE VOTES), to Weiman’s 30,545 (ABSENTEE VOTES). Richard Risinger also beat Weiman in the (EARLY VOTING) phase of the game by receiving 335,208 (EARLY VOTES), to Weiman’s 331,898 (EARLY VOTES). However, Judge Larry Weiman, like many of his other Democratic colleagues on the strength of President Barack Obama running for re-election to his second term as the first African American President of the United States was able to overtake his Republican rival with a robust Election Day turnout. As a refresher, Judge Weiman received 213,244 (ELECTION DAY VOTES), for 50.78% of the vote, while his Republican challenger, Richard Risinger could only muster 183,687 (ELECTION DAY VOTES), for 49.22% of the vote in his losing bid.

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holders, attorneys, and ordinary citizens to understand that people who are willing to step up to the plate and run for public office need “OUR” support. In the case of Manor, she is seeking to unseat a sitting judge who has been on the bench since winning the seat back in the 2008 Presidential Election, which featured President Barack Obama in his history-making feat.

THE BOOK ON JUDGE WEIMAN

Back in 2008,Larry Weiman defeated two opponents to earn the Democratic nomination in the race for Judge, 80th Civil District Court. In case you don’t remember, Larry Weiman received 86,700 votes for 35.45% of the vote. Marc Isenberg received 85,662 votes, for 35.03% of the vote. And Tanner Garth received 72,196 votes for 29.52% of the vote. Because no candidate received a majority of the vote, Larry Weiman, and Marc Isenberg advanced to the Tuesday, April 8, 2008, Runoff Election where Larry Weiman defeated Marc Isenberg by gaining 5,539 votes, for 59.09% of the vote, to Isenberg’s 3,835 votes, for 40.91% of the vote.

THE 2008 GENERAL ELECTION

After defeating Isenberg in the 2008 Democratic Primary “RUNOFF ELECTION”, Larry Weiman went on to also defeat Republican Judge Lynn M. Bradshaw-Hull in the Tuesday, November 4, 2008, Presidential Election in Harris County, Texas. In case you don’t remember, Larry Weiman (the challenger) trailed Judge Lynn M. BradshawHull heavily in the (ABSENTEE BALLOT) category. Judge Bradshaw-Hull received 38,657 (ABSENTEE BALLOTS), while Larry Weiman received 21,136 (ABSENTEE BALLOTS). However, Weiman, like many of his Democratic colleagues were able to ride the “OBAMA WAVE” to victory. In the end, Weiman defeated Judge Lynn M. Bradshaw-Hull by gaining 557,399 overall votes, for 50.48% of the vote. While Judge Bradshaw-Hull only managed to receive 546,856 overall votes.

THE 2012 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY

Back in 2012, Larry Weiman did not draw a challenger in the Tuesday, May 29, 2012, Democratic Primary. But in case you’re wondering, he still received 6,830 (ABSENTEE VOTES), 20,780 (EARLY VOTES), and 54,128 overall votes. However, 22,358 Democratic Primary voters in Har-

Back in 2016, Larry Weiman did not draw a challenger in the Tuesday, March 1, 2016, Democratic Primary. But in case you’re wondering, he still received 11,001 (ABSENTEE VOTES), 48,311 (EARLY VOTES), and 146,841 overall votes. However, 80,325 Democratic Primary voters in Harris County, Texas chose to not cast a ballot in the race for Judge, 80th Civil District Court for one reason or another.

DEMOCRATS FLEXING MUSCLE

A lot of folks look back on the 2016 Presidential Election as a turning point as it relates to Harris County politics.

However, the 2016 election cycle was more about what was happening at the top-of-the-ballot in the race for President of the United States between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump than it was about individual down-ballot judicial races. That being said, 2016 was a “STRAIGHT-TICKET” voting nightmare for the Harris County Republican Party as they suffered the “BIGGEST” defeat in the 71-year history of their party at the time. Get this, every Democrat running for office back in 2016, including Judge Larry Weiman in the race for the 80th Civil District Court enjoyed a 70,367 “STRAIGHT-TICKET” voting advantage over their Republican counterparts. So, the 2016 election cycle was more of a “COLLECTIVE ACHIEVEMENT”, or victory for the Harris County Democratic Party as a whole, than it was about individual strength of the Democratic ballot.

After all, comparatively speaking, 472,030 Democrats voted a “STRAIGHT-TICKET” back in the 2016 Presidential Election in Harris County, versus 401,663 Republicans.

NO MORE STRAIGHT TICKET VOTING

It is imperative that “WE” do our very best to make sure that we are electing “DULY-QUALIFIED” who value our vote, prayers, and support when we go to the polls in 2020.

Why? There won’t be any “STRAIGHT-TICKET” voting on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, in the Presidential Election.

So, Democrats must make sure that they nominate a field of candidates in their Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Democratic Party Primary who will help them to drive out their base.

IMPORTANCE OF THE BLACK VOTE

In closing, nobody can argue how important the Black vote is on the local and national stage for the Democratic Party. However, there are too many occurrences where the Black community is left feeling unappreciated. Heck, even Tom Perez, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee was quoted as saying, “Black women are the backbone of the Democratic Party, and we can’t take that for granted.” Well, the nomination process that’s scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, is going to be a proving ground for Democrats in Harris County, Texas if you ask me.

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Jeralynn Manor -B.S. Administration of Justice- 1998-TSU J.D.2001 TSU License All Texas State Courts Southern District of Texas/Bankruptcy Court

Jeralynn Manor was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Her mother was a nurse and her father a career officer with the New Orleans Police Department.

There he set the bar high for his daughter. He attained numerous awards and accommodations including various achievements such as becoming the first African American counter-sniper for the SWAT department and the first African American diver on the dive team. Manor’s hard work and high goal standards are certainly founded in her bloodline.

Manor’s “service to all mankind” mantra and dedication to her craft is evidenced in her career achievements. Manor studied philosophy at Xavier University in New Orleans before finishing her undergraduate studies in Administration of Justice at Texas

Southern University. She went on to Thurgood Marshall School of Law where she earned the American Juris Prudence Award in Bankruptcy under the tutelage of the Honorable Justice Manual Leal, of the Southern District of Texas Bankruptcy Court and won 1st place in the Mock Trial competition. In 2001 Manor earned her Juris Doctorate and became a licensed attorney by the Texas Supreme Court.

In her 17 plus years of practicing law, attorney Manor has worked in several areas. She concentrated her early career as a fee attorney for 3 major title companies. Here, Manor was of but a handful (at times the only) African American Woman fee attorney for these title companies in Houston.

Throughout her fee attorney and escrow practice, Manor closed and played an integral role in helping thousands of Texas to achieve homeownership.

Manor currently practices in the areas of Immigration, Mass Tort, Personal Injury, Civil Rights

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and, Employment Law. Manor works alongside with her husband Rod L. Manor, at the Manor Law Firm PC, who handles the firm’s Criminal Defense

division. Together, they are a force to be reckoned with in the legal community.

Manor is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.,

Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Pro Bono College of the Texas State Bar, and a member of the Champions of Justice Society of the Texas Equal Access to Justice. NAACP- Life Member and Boy Scouts of America (served as Den Mother to my son’s pack) She is also on the board of directors of The Black Heritage Society/Original MLK Parade Foundation. This nonprofit has been in existence since 1978. Under the direction of the late Ovide Ducantell and with IPM license from the King Center in Atlanta, GA., commissioned by the late Martin Luther King Sr. (Daddy King), Houston is home to the very first and the original Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade.

Manor enjoys being a mother to her three children Taft (17), Rogdrick (13), and Brooklynn (7). Manor instills into her children the same values of hard work, dedication, service to all mankind and love, passed on to her by her father, the late Sgt. Jerome M. Dupre.

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JOE STEPHENS Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3, Position #1

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DEAR PRECINCT 3 VOTERS:

I’m dedicated and committed to community service. Thus, I’m grateful for the trust that has been bestowed upon me by you, the voters of Harris County Precinct 3. It has been both an honor and privilege to serve as your Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3, Position 1 for these past few years. As I have traveled the precinct serving you, I have seen how vital it is to have a Justice of the Peace with a heart for our community. So, I hope and trust that my track-record of service has proven my love for our community and has earned me the opportunity to continue my service as your Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3, Position 1.

Our community is uniquely positioned to continue to be one of the fastest-growing in Harris County, and with our ever-changing demographics, I plan to continue the long-lasting traditions of humility, pride, and integrity we deserve. I have tremendous respect for our community and see it as my duty to continue to give back as your humble public servant. After all, I am still, a Northeast Houston boy who has a heart for our community and will serve it until the day I die. So, please consider casting your vote for me again in 2020. And yes, I want to continue to be your Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3, Position 1; but I can only do so with your vote, prayers, and support in 2020 and beyond.

Thank you,

Joe Stephens

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Making an impact requires more than making promises and leaving a good yet, fleeting impression.

Making an impact involves empowering people to make positive changes in their lives and leaving a legacy of prosperity, health, and safety in our community. As Justice of The Peace for Precinct 3, Position 1, my goals have centered on making such an impact.

Since I took office in 2017, I have implemented initiatives that change attitudes and behaviors, contributing to a healthier, safer, and more empowered community.

Justices of the Peace are well-known for our duties related to traffic court, evictions, personal disputes, juvenile issues, and marriages. I am committed not only to executing these duties but also to, our community on a greater scale through programs that include teaching, training, and research. These programs were designed to empower members of our community to develop sustainable positive attitudes and behaviors. Below are some examples of our impact programs in Precinct 3, Position #1: * Boys Rock 2 Life Skills mentoring program was created to support the mentorship of young men in the 7th thru 12th grades. This unique, one-day, fun-filled workshop connects participants with local schoolbased partners, law enforcement, local leaders, and clergy. Since its inception, the program has served over 800 young men and their families. The program teaches fundamental life skills while helping the young men prepare for future careers. The program focuses specifically on professional attire, money management, and constructive interactions with law enforcement. * TRIAD Prevention Program provides countywide services to intervene with youth and families.

One of the nine programs that operate under the TRIAD program is the JP Court Liaison. The Liaison works with youth and families who appear before the JP court for various class c misdemeanor offenses including: truancy, shop lifting, disorderly conduct, and disruption of school classes. JP, Precinct 3, position 1, hosts an annual breakfast with the TRIAD Liaison, Harris County Juvenile Court Representatives, and over five different School District’s representatives staff liaisons. * Educational Seminars are available to increase the knowledge our citizens have of their rights and benefits. These educational seminars include the following:

Tenants and Landlord Rights - a courtroom discussion on evictions, self-help remedies, surety bonds, appeals, and much more;

Veterans Brown Bag Luncheon - a seminar for veterans to discuss applying for VA benefits, medical care, and transportation, and much more; Community Interaction meeting with Law Enforcement to help build a better, safer community; Teen Court for students interested in a career in the judicial system, community service project, and much more;

• Community Engagement

Holiday Food Distributions Back To School Backpacks & School Supplies Donations First Responder during natural disasters Cody’s Law – testified in Austin over the Years, House Bill 76 passed 2019- for ecg screening to prevent Sudden Cardiac Death in student-athletes Board of Trustees at Galena Park ISD Galena Park/ Jacinto City Rotary Barrett Station Civic League LULAC Council

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Cast Your Ballot for Judge Fredericka Phillips on Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Fredericka Phillips is a mother, judge, and community organizer. She is a native of Beaumont, Texas where she began her early involvement in politics and law through her participation in voter registration drives and canvasses with local civic organizations including the Beaumont Branch of the NAACP. Fredericka attended college at Lamar University Beaumont where she received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice graduating cum laude in 1996. She attended law school in Houston at South Texas College of Law where she was a member of law review. Fredericka received her Juris Doctorate in May 2000 and practiced law in for over 17 years law representing clients across the country in state and federal courts including successfully arguing cases before the US Fifth Circuit and the Texas Supreme Court.

Fredericka’s practice covered all areas of civil litigation from personal injury to complex business litigation to collections. In November 2016, Fredericka was elected judge of the 61st District Court. She began serving as the first African American female judge of the 61st District Court on January 1, 2017. Fredericka has been a frequent speaker at legal education seminars. Fredericka was also recently appointed to oversee the civil seizure & forfeiture docket for all civil courts. Fredericka was also selected to be a member of the Texas Bar Foundation, Fredericka believes in helping others and uses her legal expertise to give back to her community. She has volunteered her time over the years in pro bono activities with the Houston Bar Association, the Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program and served as an Election Protection volunteer lawyer for the 2008 and 2012 election cycles protecting all citizens access to the polls and right to vote. As a mother, Fredericka also knows the importance great role models play in helping to shape our future generations. As such, Fredericka has also volunteered her time working with children at DePelchin Children’s Center, building houses for Habitat for Humanity, and raising money for and participating in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and the Sisters Network African American Breast Cancer Walk. She also served as a Girl Scout Troop Leader for several years. Fredericka is also a frequent speaker at empowerment seminars for women and girls and conferences centering around political engagement.

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Fredericka is active in several political clubs in Harris county. Fredericka served as Vice Chair of the Texas Democratic Party from 2014 to 2018 and was a member of the Democratic National Committee during that time Judge Fredericka Phillips was voted to be the presiding judge over civil seizure forfeiture case earlier this year and also inducted as a member of the Texas Bar Foundation back in the fall of 2018.

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Cast Your Ballot for Judge Julia Maldonado on March 3, 2020

The Honorable Judge Michael Gomez administers the oath, while Julia's brother holds the family bible and her boys hold her robe.

Julia Maldonado is the Presiding Judge of the 507th Family District Court in Harris County. Julia was elected to the 507th District Court in the November 2018 election. She is currently the Administrative Judge - Family Law Division of Harris County. Out of the ten family court judges, Julia is the senior judge.

Julia was born in Nuevo Leon, Mexico and came to the United States as a young child. Julia was raised in the Heights area and she now calls Houston her hometown!

Julia is a product of Houston ISD public schools, having attended Robert E. Lee Elementary, Cooley Elementary, Hamilton Jr. High and John R. Reagan High School. After graduation from high school, Julia went on to pursue an accounting degree from the University of Houston–Downtown and a law degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law. Prior to being elected in November 2018, Julia was a practicing attorney at the J. Maldonado Law Firm, P.C., which she started in 2008. The J. Maldonado Law Firm, P.C. was a general legal practice firm, representing clients in Texas state and federal courts in the areas of immigration, criminal, family, tax, and probate matters. Prior to establishing her law firm, Julia was a solo practitioner.

Julia has been practicing law for over twenty (20) years and has had the opportunity to appeal several cases in the Texas Court of Appeals, including a case to the Texas Supreme Court.

Prior to Julia becoming an attorney she was an accountant for

over fifteen (15) years and worked in the construction industry.

Julia is a member of the State Bar of Texas and is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Julia is also a member of The College of the State Bar of Texas, the Houston Bar Association, the Mexican American Bar Association of Houston and has been a member of the Pasadena Bar Association. During 2013-2014, she was the President for the Mexican American Bar Association and from 2009 to 2011 she served as a Board Member for the Pasadena Bar Association.

Julia is a member of the University Area Rotary Club.

Prior to being elected Judge, Julia was the counsel for the Rotary Firefighter Home Project.

Julia has two adult sons, a daughter-in-law and two grandsons.

Julia participates in many community services, including but not limited to the presentation of continuing legal education seminars, mentorship programs, and the now famous “Cafecito in the 507th– which is a weekly discussion of family-law related issues.

Julia enjoys gardening, construction, bike riding, baseball and loves spending time with her family.

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