Qualifications: What training, experience and characteristics qualify you for this position?
ISSUES: What are the two (2) most pressing issues that you will face in the office that you seek? Describe your specific plans/ideas for addressing these issues.
Darrell Jordan Jr.
I bring a unique combination of legal, judicial, and leadership experience that directly aligns with the responsibilities of the District Clerk’s office. I've practiced law for 20 years and served as a Harris County Criminal Court Judge for 8 years, giving me an in-depth understanding of court operations, case flow, filings, jury management, and the real-world impact administrative efficiency has on justice. I have worked daily with district clerks, court staff, attorneys, and the public, and I understand where breakdowns occur and how to fix them.
My 24 years in the Army/ Texas Army National Guard, including senior leadership roles, has given me extensive experience in managing large teams and leading organizational change.
My 24 years in the Army/ Texas Army National Guard, including senior leadership roles, has given me extensive experience in managing large teams and leading organizational change.
1. Modernizing infrastructure and technology.
The clerk’s office is central to court operations, and outdated systems slow case processing, frustrate the public, and increase costs. I will prioritize upgrading technology, improving network reliability, and streamlining workflows so filings and records access are handled efficiently and securely.
2. Increasing jury participation by addressing compensation barriers.
Around 20% of those summoned report for jury service. To ensure residents have juries of their peers, I will advocate for increasing juror pay to $20/per hour, the Harris County minimum wage. Salaried jurors earning more than $20/per hour would not receive extra pay. Removing this financial barrier will increase participation.
The clerk’s office is central to court operations, and outdated systems slow case processing, frustrate the public, and increase costs. I will prioritize upgrading technology, improving network reliability, and streamlining workflows so filings and records access are handled efficiently and securely.
2. Increasing jury participation by addressing compensation barriers.
Around 20% of those summoned report for jury service. To ensure residents have juries of their peers, I will advocate for increasing juror pay to $20/per hour, the Harris County minimum wage. Salaried jurors earning more than $20/per hour would not receive extra pay. Removing this financial barrier will increase participation.
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