Has served as Judge of the 209th District Court for 27 years. Appointed by Governor Bill Clements, elected in 1982, 1986, 1990 and 1994 in contested races.
Always one of the highest rated judges in the Houston Bar Association's Judicial Qualifications Poll.Named 1990 State District Judge of the year by the Harris County Deputy Sheriff's Association.
Named 1997 State District Judge of the year by Houston Police Officer's Association.
Honored by Child Advocates in 1994 for "his love and concern for our children."
Honored by the Samaritan Center in 1997 for work with inner city youth.
Serves on the advisory board of many non-profit organizations.