15th Court of Appeals Justice
Austin, TX
Joined September 2026
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Appellate opinions often provide guidance to other courts, attorneys and Texans facing similar legal questions.
That is why I believe a judge should clearly and thoroughly explain how the court reached its decision. That explanation is an essential part of the work.
“Farris famously earned the trust of both Democrats and Republicans while she served on the 1st Court of Appeals.”
I'm grateful to the @HoustonChron Editorial Board for naming me among its best candidates on the 2026 Texas election ballot!
Judicial independence has always been central to my work, and I appreciate the board’s recognition of my commitment to following the law and the Constitution without regard to politics or the parties before the court.
Reminder: Vote early through Friday, October 30!
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The decisions of the Fifteenth Court of Appeals can affect how Texas law is understood and applied across our state. That reach makes experience with complex appellate matters especially important.
My career has included representing Texas agencies in major appeals, handling complex cases in private practice and serving on the bench. This November, I’m asking for your vote to continue putting that experience to work in Place 3.
I'm honored to receive the endorsement of Katy Christian Magazine!
For more than 20 years, the publication has highlighted faith, family, and the communities that make Texas special. I appreciate their support as we approach early voting!
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Thank you to Houston Latino Family Magazine for endorsing my campaign to keep serving Texans on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals!
I’m honored to have their support and appreciate their recognition of the importance of this year’s judicial elections. I look forward to continuing this important work.
Every person who comes before a court deserves to be heard and treated with dignity.
I believe confidence in our courts begins with fairness. Every case should receive full consideration and be decided under the same legal standard, regardless of who the parties are.
That is the commitment I bring to my work on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals.
I'm grateful to have the endorsement of @HRBC1!
As I seek to continue serving Texans statewide on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals, support from organizations and communities across our state means a great deal. Thank you to HRBC for your confidence in me!
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I'm especially grateful to have the support of my friend, Judge and Congressman Ted Poe!
From his years on the bench to his service in Congress, Ted has dedicated much of his career to serving the people of Texas. As a fellow Abilene Christian University Wildcat, his endorsement means a great deal to me. Thank you, Ted, for your friendship and support!
Early voting is underway!
I'm asking for your vote to keep me serving Texans statewide in Place 3 on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals.
Early voting runs through October 30, and Election Day is November 3.
Find your polling place and voting information at VoteTexas.gov.
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Grateful to have the endorsement of the Fort Bend Business Coalition as we head into early voting! Early voting begins October 19, and I'd be honored to earn your vote for Place 3 on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals.
“All are highly qualified — with decades as jurists in district and appellate courts between them before they were appointed.”
I'm honored to receive the endorsement of the @ExpressNews Editorial Board!
Their recommendation recognizes the experience and qualifications that my colleagues and I bring to the Fifteenth Court of Appeals. I appreciate their confidence in our work.
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“Sincere and sharp, she earned the trust of both Democrats and Republicans while on the Houston-area 1st Court of Appeals.”
Thank you to the @HoustonChron Editorial Board for endorsing my campaign for Place 3 on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals!
I'm especially grateful for their recognition of my judicial independence and commitment to applying the law fairly, regardless of the parties involved.
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I'm honored to have the endorsement of the Houston Association of Women Attorneys!
For 50 years, AWA has supported members of the legal profession and encouraged the next generation of women attorneys. Its commitment to thoughtful consideration of judicial candidates makes this endorsement especially meaningful.
Thank you to AWA for your confidence in me as I seek to continue serving Texans on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals!
Thank you, Houston lawyer friends! I'm honored to have received 70% of the vote in @thehba's 2026 Judicial Preference Poll for Place 3!
Our Houston bar has some of the best attorneys in the country, so winning this poll is especially meaningful to me.
I'm running statewide to keep my seat on Texas's Fifteenth Court of Appeals, Place 3. Early voting begins Monday, October 19!
Constitutional law often presents some of the most important questions courts are asked to decide.
I'm honored to serve as Chair-Elect of the Constitutional Law Section of the State Bar of Texas and to work alongside attorneys and judges from across our state. The section supports continued legal education and thoughtful discussion of constitutional issues affecting Texas.
Many Texans will vote for judges on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals for the first time this November.
Unlike Texas's regional courts of appeals, the Fifteenth Court hears specific categories of cases from across the entire state.
Whether you're familiar with the Fifteenth Court of Appeals or hearing about it for the first time, I encourage you to take a few moments to learn about its role before casting your ballot.
Learn more at JusticeAprilFarris.com.
Texas continues attracting businesses, entrepreneurs, and investment from across the country.
As our state grows, the importance of a judiciary committed to applying the law fairly and consistently becomes even greater.
Stable courts help provide confidence that allows businesses to invest, communities to grow, and families to plan for the future.
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Serving on a statewide court means the decisions we issue can affect Texans across our state.
It is a responsibility I take seriously. It requires careful preparation, thoughtful reasoning, and faithful application of the law.
This November, I'd be honored to earn your vote and continue serving Texans in Place 3 on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals.
Learn more at JusticeAprilFarris.com.
Every case deserves the same careful preparation, whether it involves a straightforward legal issue or a complex constitutional question.
Preparation isn't optional. It's part of the responsibility Texans entrust to every appellate judge.
The Fifteenth Court of Appeals is unlike Texas's regional courts of appeals because its jurisdiction extends statewide over specific categories of cases established by law.
That includes certain appeals involving state government, constitutional questions, and the Texas Business Court.
This November, Texans will vote for justices on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals for the first time. I believe voters deserve to understand the court's role and responsibilities before they cast their ballots.
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