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Candidates/Judge, Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 3/James W. Miller
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James W. Miller

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Office sought
Judge, Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 3
Jurisdiction / district
Harris County, Texas — Court No. 3
Election date
November 3, 2026
Election type
General (partisan)
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Candidate bio

James Miller is a civil litigator with over 18 years of trial experience in Harris County and surrounding counties. He is a former assistant district attorney and has tried civil and commercial cases as lead counsel.

Top 3 priorities

  1. 1
    Improve courtroom efficiency through firm trial dates
  2. 2
    Apply the law as written without judicial overreach
  3. 3
    Strengthen access to court records and public proceedings

Questionnaire answers

Background
In one or two sentences, describe your professional and community background.

Civil and commercial litigator with 18 years of trial experience and a former assistant district attorney.

Motivation
Why are you running for this office?

I am running because civil litigants in Harris County deserve firm trial dates and consistent application of the law.

Priorities
What is the single most important issue facing this jurisdiction, and how would you address it?

Predictability. I will set realistic trial dates and hold them firm so parties can plan their cases and lives.

Budget & Finance
How would you approach the office’s budget priorities and fiscal oversight?

I support court budgets that prioritize courtroom staff and technology that speeds the docket.

Constituent Services
How will constituents be able to reach you and provide input?

My court coordinator will publish standing orders and respond to scheduling inquiries within one business day.

Transparency
What measures will you take to ensure transparency and accountability in this role?

I will publish all rulings on dispositive motions in writing where feasible.

Experience
What relevant experience or qualifications prepare you for this office?

Eighteen years of civil trial experience and prior service as an assistant district attorney.

Collaboration
How will you work with colleagues, agencies, or community members who disagree with you?

A judge serves every party equally; my courtroom will treat plaintiffs and defendants with the same respect.

Last updated May 10, 2026

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