Civil District Court Judge, District 113
District courts are trial courts of general jurisdiction of Texas. They have original jurisdiction in felony criminal cases, divorce cases, cases involving title to land, election contest cases, civil matters in which the amount of money or damages involved is $200 or more, and any matters in which jurisdiction is not placed in another trial court. The courts may specialize in civil, criminal, juvenile, or family law matters. Four-year term.
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Rabeea Collier
(Dem)
Qualifications:
What training, experience and characteristics qualify you for this position?
Issues:
What are the two (2) most pressing issues that you will face in the office that you seek? Describe your "specific" plans/ideas for addressing these issues.
district
113th Judicial District
Education
Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law and University of Texas at Austin
Occupation
Judge, 113th Judicial District
I am qualified to serve as Judge of the 113th Civil Court based on extensive judicial experience, advanced trial training, and a demonstrated commitment to fair and efficient justice. Since 2019, I have served as Presiding Judge, presiding over 85 jury trials and more than 90 bench trials across a broad range of civil matters. I am double Board Certified in Civil Trial Law and Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Prior to taking the bench, I practiced law for over a decade in state and federal courts, including appellate matters. I have also held statewide judicial leadership roles, including President of the Texas Association of District Judges, and served on judicial education and policy committees.
The first pressing issue is managing a high-volume civil docket while ensuring timely access to justice. Drawing on my judicial experience and my service as Chair of the Jury Committee overseeing operations for more than 80 courts, I use early case management conferences, clear scheduling orders, and targeted alternative dispute resolution to resolve cases efficiently while protecting due process.
The second issue is maintaining public confidence in the judiciary. Having been elected by district judges statewide to serve in leadership and serving on the Curriculum Committee for the Texas Center for the Judiciary, I promote consistent, transparent, and respectful court practices, and impartial application of the law.
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