Joel Baker Issues Quotations

I'm board-certified in juvenile law. The county judge sits as chairman of the juvenile board, so I can be a benefit in that regard. As a lawyer, I can better understand the contracts and legal issues that come before the Commissioners Court. There are probate matters, guardianships, and mental health commitments. Those encompass at least a day or two in court (per week).

The County Judge has to make some decisions based on legal issues that come before the commissioners court. As an attorney I will be better able to understand those issues.