Democratic sweep ushers change to Houston's 312th Family Court

Posted on November 6, 2008 by Shannon Cavers

On November 4, 2008, Democrats won 23 of 27 trial judge positions on the ballot. Though the majority of changes affect the civil and criminal courthouses, the 312th Family District Court will have a new Presiding Judge in January 2009.

Judge David Farr was appointed to the 312th in 2007 after having served as a Family Associate Judge under Judge Judy Warne for many years. Judge Farr has been an asset to the family law center, and his leadership will be missed. 

Robert M. Hinojosa will take the bench in January 2009. If you have business before the 312th District Court and want to learn more about Mr. Hinojosa, view the resume on his web site at http://www.hinojosaforjudge.com/files/Binder1.pdf.

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Harris County Family Law Bar will miss Associate Judge Michael Hay

Posted on September 9, 2007 by Shannon Cavers
Friday, August 31, 2007, marked the end of an era at the Harris County Family Law Center with the retirement of Associate Judge Michael T. Hay.  Judge Hay, along with his family, was surrounded by numerous friends and colleagues paying tribute to his time on the bench.

Judge Hay served Houston area citizens involved in family law matters for over 20 years.  He did so with integrity and an incredible amount of patience in a field marked with high conflict and emotion.  I, personally, will miss Judge Hay because he always treated attorneys with respect and litigants (often feeling great angst or apprehension) with kindness. 

I am not alone in stating that the Houston family law bar sincerely appreciates Judge Hay's many contributions to the practice of law.  All the best in retirement!
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