My several years with Harris County while at the Justice of the Peace and with the County Attorney’s Office has provided me with a wealth of knowledge from several aspects of the court system. In addition to my hands on experience, my educational career has taught me how to better analyze, assess, and correct the deficits in our criminal justice system.

This position has a great impact on our community. It is often referred to as the People’s aCourt, and is a place where individuals should be able to go to court and represent themselves without being at a disadvantage. This position should assist the public in navigating through the court system and provide the proper resources for defendants who are in need of such. Additionally, the Judge’s decisions in eviction dockets have a direct impact on its community members.

Sooner intervention by the Judge would allow quicker resolve alongside alternative resources such as mediation to allow the parties to seek a resolution amicably. Upholding the law is first and foremost, but if settlement agreements can be made that appeal to both parties in place of a judgment, I would seek out alternatives first as opposed to the current process of swift/hard judgments.

Judge Holly Williamson has been serving as the Judge of Harris County Pct 8, Pl 1 since her election in 2008. Prior to her position on the bench, Judge Williamson built a solid foundation of legal expertise through her extensive practice in federal, state, and justice court law. With over 25 years of legal and judicial experience, She has presided over tens of thousands of cases earning a reputation for commitment to fair and impartial justice and unfettered access to the court.

Judge Williamson understands the importance of upholding the law while ensuring that all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. Her number one priority is to ensure that the legal system serves the community equitably, and she tirelessly works to uphold this commitment in every aspect of her judicial duties.

Judge Holly Williamson has been a leader in the judiciary for 15 years as your Justice of the Peace, she works tirelessly to create positive reforms in the justice system, innovate new court processes, and help all in our community have access to justice.