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Remote Hearings Take Longer, But Increase Access
In December 2021, the National Center for State Courts published its first national review of data about remote hearings before and during the pandemic, and NCSC found that remote proceedings take about a third longer than in-person hearings largely due to technology-related issues and lack of preparation by participants. More »
2021: THE YEAR IN REVIEW Texas Access to Justice
Only if we have society informed of the great need and terrible cost of lack of access to justice can we honor our pledge of allegiance: “and justice for all.” More »
It Should Take More Than 10-Minutes to Evict Someone
See the editorial from the New York Times by Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice Nathan Hecht and DC Court of Appeals Chief Judge Anna Blackburne-Rigsby, which encourages courts to think differently about eviction cases and avoid going back to the old way of doing business. Through creative new programs and partnerships, courts can find a better way to managing their eviction courts and to prevent unnecessary and avoidable harm. More »
Texas Access to Justice Commission Quarterly Meeting - Updated
The Texas Access to Justice Commission quarterly meeting will be held Thursday, January 20, 2022, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, via Zoom only due to the resurgence of COVID. Please contact ATJMail@texasatj.org for more information. More »
Texas Access to Justice Commission Quarterly Meeting
The Texas Access to Justice Commission quarterly meeting will be held on Thursday, January 20th, 2022, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, 1414 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701, Room 101 and via Zoom. The agenda, including the Zoom link, will be posted here after it has been finalized. Please contact ATJMail@texasatj.org for more information. More »
Dallas attorney Harriet Miers announced as incoming Chair; Houston attorney and current Chair Harry Reasoner announced as Chair Emeritus of the Texas Access to Justice Commission
The Supreme Court of Texas announced Dallas attorney Harriet Miers will assume the role of Chair of the Texas Access to Justice Commission, effective January 1, 2022. Harry Reasoner, the current chair of the Commission will serve as Chair Emeritus. More »
Texas Law Firms Earn Recognition for Access to Justice Support
Texas Supreme Court Justice Brett Busby, the Supreme Court’s liaison to the Commission, presented awards to the 2021 Champions of Justice law firms that were commended for their outstanding support of the year-long fundraising effort called the Justice for All Campaign. More »
