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Nile Copeland earned a bachelor's degree in biological science and a master's degree in Education from Louisiana State University, and a law degree from the South Texas College of Law.

Nile is an attorney. He previously served as an associate judge for the City of Houston and as a chairman and panelist arbitrator for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

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Nile is an attorney who serves as an Associate Judge for the city of Houston.

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Nile previously lost the 2024 race for the Texas 11th District Court, the 2022 race for the Texas 55th District Court, the 2020 race for the Texas 127th District Court, and the 2018 race for the Harris County Treasurer.

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As an attorney with a law degree from South Texas College of Law, Copeland has practiced in various areas including business law, real estate law, aviation law, civil litigation, and alternative dispute resolution. He served as a judge in Houston for over nine years and is currently a Chairman and Panelist Arbitrator for FINRA.

As an attorney, he has practiced in various areas, including business law, real estate law, aviation law, civil litigation, and alternative dispute resolution.

As an associate judge, he conducts hearings, issues recommendations and rulings on behalf of the presiding judge, and oversees cases.

- As an attorney, he has practiced in various areas, including business law, real estate law, aviation law, civil litigation, and alternative dispute resolution.
- As an associate judge, he conducts hearings, issues recommendations and rulings on behalf of the presiding judge, and oversees cases.

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As of January 22, 2026, Nile Copeland did not have a website or any information online.

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Active in various community organizations, including the Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce, Shriner's Hospital, and multiple educational and philanthropic groups.

- Active in various community organizations, including the Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce, Shriner's Hospital, and multiple educational and philanthropic groups.

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As of January 22, 2026, Nile Copeland’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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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. 

Texas District Judge, District 55, Republican Primary

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