JOE RADLER

Republican

On ballot as: JOE RADLER
Current role: Family law attorney, The Radler Law Firm
Background: Bachelor's degree, Florida Atlantic University (2003)
Law degree, University of Houston Law Center (2012)
Runs a 501c3 non-profit, S.O.S. Legal Aid (per his 2026 candidate survey)
Experience: Most of his legal career devoted to family law, through The Radler Law Firm (per his 2026 candidate survey)
More than a decade representing families across Harris County (per campaign)
Top priorities: "Consistency in Applying the Law": "Rulings grounded in statute, precedent, and evidence, never personality or preference."
"Efficient Case Management": "Hearings move on time with clear communication that respects everyone's preparation."
"Respect for Litigants and Attorneys": "Litigants and attorneys are treated with dignity, regardless of circumstance."
"Set Clear Expectations": "Parties always know what is required, what comes next, and how to prepare."
2026 survey: plans on "utilizing "Zoom" to conduct most hearings and trials while reserving in-court time for more complicated cases"
Tidbits: Judicial philosophy: Campaign site: "Rulings grounded in statute, precedent, and evidence, never personality or preference."
Court administration: Campaign site: "Hearings move on time with clear communication that respects everyone's preparation."
Endorsements: The "C" Club of Houston
Campaign website: radlerlaw.com

Family District Judge, 311th Judicial District