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Janice Berg earned a bachelor's degree in urban studies and affairs from Columbia University and a law degree from the University of Houston.

Janice is a judge. She works as the presiding judge of the 247th Family District Court in Harris County, where she has served since January 1, 2019. She previously worked as a family law attorney representing Houston-area clients at the trial level, in the Texas Courts of Appeals, and before the Texas Supreme Court.

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Janice previously worked as a family law attorney.

Janice Berg is currently the judge of the Texas 247th District Court in Harris County. She was first elected in 2018 and has served two terms.

Janice is currently the judge of the Texas 247th District Court in Harris County. She was first elected in 2018 and has served two terms.

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As a family court judge, she reviews and grants requests for domestic and dating violence protection orders, and administers the proceedings of divorce, legal separation, spousal support, and the division of child custody and support.

- As a family court judge, she reviews and grants requests for domestic and dating violence protection orders, and administers the proceedings of divorce, legal separation, spousal support, and the division of child custody and support.

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Believes family courts should be places of equity and dignity, where every case is handled with care.

Claims to believe family courts should be places of equity and dignity, where every case is handled with care.

Promises to "remain committed to listening carefully, applying the law with integrity, and making decisions that balance justice with humanity."

- Claims to believe family courts should be places of equity and dignity, where every case is handled with care.
- Promises to "remain committed to listening carefully, applying the law with integrity, and making decisions that balance justice with humanity."

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As a judge, reduced the family court docket size, implemented online scheduling for easier access, and adopted policies to maintain court operations during COVID-19.

- District judges manage Texas district courts, which are trial courts with general jurisdiction, and have exclusive authority over felony cases. A judge may be presiding over a civil, criminal, juvenile, or special court. They also share jurisdiction with Texas county courts.
- Texas has over 470 district courts, each presided over by a single judge. Some courts cover multiple counties, while others are assigned to single counties based on population size.
- District judges are elected through partisan elections for four-year terms. Candidates must be between 25 and 75 years old, have lived in the district for at least 2 years, and be licensed lawyers with at least 4 years' experience.
- The annual salary for district judges ranges from $175,000 to $245,500, depending on years of service.