Occupation
Entrepreneur / Education
Education
Bachelor’s degree & Doctorate in Mass Communication
I am qualified for this position through my experience as an educator, business owner, and community leader, where I have managed staff, budgets, and complex operations while serving diverse populations. I hold a degree in Mass Communication, which have strengthened my ability to communicate clearly, manage public-facing responsibilities, and lead with professionalism. My work in community advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and direct service has given me a strong understanding of housing issues, conflict resolution, and the importance of fairness.
Justice of the Peace courts are “The People’s Courts” because they are often the first contact residents have with the justice system. I support clear, plain-language communication, bilingual services, and access to interpreters so all residents understand the process. I will prioritize timely hearings, efficient case management, and respectful treatment of every person. When appropriate, I support connecting individuals to community and mental health resources. These steps ensure fairness, accessibility, and trust in the court.
Yes. There is a clear need to make the eviction process more equitable. This can be accomplished by ensuring clear and timely notice of rights and deadlines, consistent application of eviction laws, access to language services, and referrals to legal aid and rental assistance when available. These steps help ensure fairness while upholding the law.
The most pressing issues for JP courts include evictions, truancy, and mental health.
For evictions, I would ensure clear communication of rights, timely hearings, language access, and connections to legal aid and housing resources to make the process fair for tenants and landlords.
For truancy, I would work with schools and families to provide early intervention, mediation, and access to supportive resources to keep students in school and reduce repeat cases.
For mental health, I would connect individuals to counseling and community services, helping address underlying issues.
Occupation
Justice of the Peace 4-2
Education
Juris Doctor and Master of Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine School of Law
Campaign Phone
(469)580-5327
I am currently the sitting judge for this position and running for my third term. I was first elected in November 2018 and have been your Justice of the Peace since January 2019. I also graduated with my Juris Doctor and Master of Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine School of Law in 2011. I am licensed to practice law in California and Texas. As an attorney, I have extensive experience advocating for clients in both federal and state courtrooms. I have practiced law in the areas of immigration, foreclosure defense and corporate transactions.
In 2018, I started a night court docket on the first Tuesday of the month until 7 pm so people can take care of their legal matters after normal business hours. I also implemented free mediation for civil cases so cases could be settled out of court. This saves litigants money and time instead of proceeding with trial. We have also partnered with Financial Health Pathways to educate Class C misdemeanor offenders on the consequences of entering the justice system. Participants can have their cases dismissed and fines waived once completing the program.
Unfortunately, eviction cases have been on the rise due to the increase in housing costs. The eviction laws also changed on January 1, 2026. JP courts need judges who know the law and ensure that it is being applied fairly. I've held numerous forums to inform landlords and tenants of the latest changes so they are aware of their rights. We also have attorneys from the Dallas Eviction Advocacy Center on-site to assist tenants when they arrive to court for their hearings. Our court also provides various housing resources to assist individuals during this difficult time.
The biggest issues litigants face in the JP courts are court access, lack of knowledge, and fear of the justice system. To address court access, we implemented night court and allow virtual hearings if people are unable to leave work to come to court. To address lack of legal knowledge, our office provides self-representation packets in English and Spanish so people can have an overview of the legal process. To address fear of the justice system, I started the court's first student internship so high school and college students can receive first-hand experience of our court system.
