Justice, Texas Supreme Court, Place 6 Choose 1
Justice, Texas Supreme Court: Six-year term. The Texas Supreme Court is the court of last resort for civil matters in Texas. This Court includes a Chief Justice and eight justices, each of which is elected by voters of the entire state. This court issues final decisions on civil and juvenile appeals; issues certain orders to governmental officials to act and individuals to appear before the court; and has jurisdiction over orders or judgments of trial courts if the Supreme Court determines them important to the Texas legal system. Current annual salary range: $168,000 to $201,600 Juez, Corte Suprema de Texas: Mandato de seis años. La Corte Suprema de Texas es el tribunal de último recurso para asuntos civiles en Texas. Este Tribunal incluye un Presidente del Tribunal Supremo y ocho Jueces, cada uno de los cuales es elegido por los votantes de todo el estado. Este tribunal emite decisiones finales sobre apelaciones civiles y juveniles; emite ciertas órdenes a los funcionarios gubernamentales para que tomen medidas y los a individuos para que comparezcan ante el tribunal y tiene jurisdicción sobre órdenes o sentencias de los tribunales de primera instancia si la Corte Suprema determina que son importantes para el sistema legal de Texas. Rango salarial anual actual: $168,000 a $201,600 Thẩm Phán, Tối Cao Pháp Viện Texas: Nhiệm kỳ sáu năm. Tối Cao Pháp Viện Texas là tòa chung thẩm đối với các vấn đề dân sự ở Texas. Tòa án này bao gồm một Chánh Thẩm và tám thẩm phán, mỗi thẩm phán đều được bầu bởi cử tri của toàn tiểu bang. Tòa án này đưa ra quyết định cuối cùng về kháng cáo dân sự và kháng cáo của người chưa thành niên; ban hành một số lệnh nhất định yêu cầu các viên chức chính phủ phải thừa hành và các cá nhân phải ra hầu tòa; và có phạm vi quyền hạn quyết định các lệnh hoặc phán quyết của tòa sơ thẩm được Tối Cao Pháp Viện xác định là cần thiết đối với hệ thống pháp luật Texas. Mức lương hàng năm hiện tại: 168.000 USD đến 201.600 USD 德克萨斯州最高法院法官: 任期六年。德克萨斯州最高法院是德克萨斯州民事案件的终审法院。该法院包括一名首席大法官和八名大法官，每名大法官均由全州选民选举产生。 该法院对民事和青少年上诉案件做出最终裁决；向政府官员和个人发出某些出庭命令；如果最高法院认为初审法院的命令或判决对德克萨斯州的法律体系很重要，则对这些命令或判决拥有管辖权。当前年薪范围：16.8万美元至 20.16万美元
Biographical Information
Campaign Website
http://www.justicejanebland.com
Qualifications: What characteristics and experience qualify you to serve as a justice?
I have served as a judge for 25 years at three levels of the state judiciary (5 on the Court). Board certified in trial and appellate law. I study the facts and faithfully apply the law in each case.
Ethics: Since judicial candidates solicit donations and raise money to be elected, how can voters be assured that campaign donations will not impact how judges interpret the law and review lower court decisions?
I work hard to act with honesty, integrity, and respect toward all who come before the Court. Judges promise to fairly apply the constitution and laws to the facts. This oath requires that we set aside any outside influence and follow the law. It is a solemn responsibility. I have been honored for my professionalism and integrity throughout my career.
Equity: What can be done to improve access to justice for all, including persons or groups who may be underserved?
We must reduce the cost of legal help with innovation, secure legal aid for those in need, and remind the public that access to justice for all Texans is essential. Recently, our Court launched a licensing program for paralegals and court access assistants to help underserved people. I represented people in need and served on a legal aid board. It is the obligation we have as lawyers.
Judicial Elections: How would the administration of justice be impacted if judges ran in nonpartisan races?
The work of the Court would not change, but it may change public perception of the judiciary. No change can happen without the support of voters and their elected representatives. The Governor and the Legislature formed a bipartisan commission that has made recommendations to them about judicial selection. I support this process and efforts to improve public trust and confidence in the judiciary.
Other Issues: What issues do you believe will be the most pressing for the Texas Supreme Court?
Increasing access to justice is a top priority. Also: improving outcomes for children and those with mental health needs who appear in court, increasing transparency in court operations, and fostering innovation. Responsiveness to the challenges facing Texans who are parties to a dispute and respect for all who encounter our courts will help maintain public trust and confidence in our judiciary.
Biographical Information
Campaign Website
http://justicegoldstein.com
Qualifications: What characteristics and experience qualify you to serve as a justice?
A 33 year varied civil and municipal law practice; 20 years judicial experience: 11 years as a municipal judge, 6 years as a civil district trial judge and 3.8 years as intermediate appellate justice.
Ethics: Since judicial candidates solicit donations and raise money to be elected, how can voters be assured that campaign donations will not impact how judges interpret the law and review lower court decisions?
Transparency through the Campaign Finance Reports detailed disclosure requirements, updated periodically according to the reporting schedule, along with stringent limitations imposed upon campaign contributions for judicial races, help safeguard against the appearance of impropriety and protect the integrity and independence of the judiciary.
Equity: What can be done to improve access to justice for all, including persons or groups who may be underserved?
Prioritize continued vigilance to identify the underserved, and the resources necessary to improve access to justice. Update and adapt pandemic-tested solutions for improved access through increased use of technology, virtual platforms and hybrid proceedings, as well as the development of user-friendly informational or instructional materials to help navigate the judicial system.
Judicial Elections: How would the administration of justice be impacted if judges ran in nonpartisan races?
The Canons prohibit a judge from being swayed by partisan interests. Politicizing the judiciary by party affiliation or ideology has had a negative impact on public opinion of our system of justice. Public perception of the administration of justice may be best served by nonpartisan judicial races that will further preserve, protect and promote the independence and integrity of the judiciary.
Other Issues: What issues do you believe will be the most pressing for the Texas Supreme Court?
As a judicial candidate for the Texas Supreme Court, I cannot comment on issues that may come before me. The Canons prohibit a judge from being "swayed by partisan interests, public clamor, or fear of criticism" therefore transparency in judgment, clarity and consistency of opinions, are critical to preserve and protect the constitution, the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary.
Biographical Information
Campaign Website
http://www.roberson4texas.com
Qualifications: What characteristics and experience qualify you to serve as a justice?
I have been practicing complex civil litigation and business tax law advisory for nearly fourteen (14) years, with clients from individuals to Fortune 50 companies. This requires circumspect review.
Ethics: Since judicial candidates solicit donations and raise money to be elected, how can voters be assured that campaign donations will not impact how judges interpret the law and review lower court decisions?
Judges must hold themselves to strong ethics and behavior. However, making donations public and presented would serve as an outside check on ethical behavior.
Equity: What can be done to improve access to justice for all, including persons or groups who may be underserved?
Our system does a poor job of properly funding public defender offices throughout Texas. It would behoove those in the Judiciary to consider supporting legislative allocation of funding towards improving the courthouse access and proper representation for all.
Judicial Elections: How would the administration of justice be impacted if judges ran in nonpartisan races?
Given the average voter's level of political awareness, I would expect that a non-partisan race may cause either confusion or inquistiveness - to determine which candidate is their choice. As to the administration of justice, I would expect any person elected would comport themselves under the law, with some deference to personal positions that the record would quickly reveal.
Other Issues: What issues do you believe will be the most pressing for the Texas Supreme Court?
Two pressing social issues that will generate litigation are exceptions to abortion restrictions, and the I-35 corridor construction through Austin. I expect those issues to rise to the Supreme Court's attention rapidly, and it behooves the Court to consider the impact of their decisions on individual Texans when considering these cases.