Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Emily A. Fisher as the judge for the 306th Judicial District Court in Galveston County. Her term is set to begin on January 4, 2025, and will run through the end of 2026, unless a successor is appointed sooner. The announcement, made yesterday, states that Fisher will handle cases related to family law, an area in which she is experienced and board certified.
Fisher is a recognized figure in the legal community of Galveston County, bringing significant experience as a family associate judge and holding board certification in family law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She has focused much of her career on family law and is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists, as reported on the official statement from the Governor's office.
In addition to her legal career, Emily A. Fisher is actively involved in various community and civic organizations. She has served as past president of the Galveston County Bar Association and was a former member of the Galveston County Mediation Association. A proponent of American history education, Fisher co-chairs the American History Essay Contest Committee and has supported heritage initiatives through her previous role as treasurer for the Daughters of the American Revolution of Galveston.
In preparation for her career in family law, Fisher's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Baylor University followed by a Juris Doctor degree from the same establishment's law school. While Emily A. Fisher also dedicates time to the welfare of expectant mothers as a board member and Finance Committee member of the Pregnancy Help Center Galveston. Her selection reflects Governor Abbott's ongoing commitment to appointing qualified professionals with a strong record of community involvement and legal expertise to the judiciary, as noted in the Governor's announcement.
