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Benjamin Robertson

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Benjamin "Ben" Robertson is from San Antonio, Texas. He has a bachelor 27s degree in sociology and a master 27s degree in sociology from Sam Houston State University and a law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law. He is a volunteer for Rural Dog Rescue.

Governor Abbott Appoints Robertson To 226th Judicial District Court ...

Benjamin is a judge of the Texas 226th District Court. He previously worked as a staff attorney for the Fourth Court of Appeals, an attorney and shareholder for Santoyo Wehmeyer P.C., and an energy litigation associate for Cox Smith Matthews Inc. 

Benjamin Robertson - Ballotpedia

Benjamin is currently a judge of the Texas 226th District Court. He was appointed to the court on December 19, 2024. He previously served as a judge of the 73rd District Court in Bexar County.

Gov. Greg Abbott appoints Ben Robertson to 226th District Court

Previously, worked as a staff attorney for the Fourth Court of Appeals, attorney and shareholder for Santoyo Wehmeyer P. C. , and an energy litigation associate for Cox Smith Matthews Inc.

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- 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.

Presides over a trial court with general jurisdiction. 