Alex Yarbrough
Republican Candidate for District Judge, 47th Judicial District
Yarbrough/Photo by Campaign
Question: What is your age?
Answer: 35
Q: What is your educational background? Please list any degrees or certificates earned and any institutions attended.
A: Angelo State University - BA Government / Minor Computer Science
Texas Tech University: School of Law - JD
License: All Texas Courts, several Federal District Courts, and the United States Fifth Circuit of Appeals.
I was admitted to the Texas Bar College in 2020. The Texas Bar College is a professional society of legal scholars who are leaders in the Texas legal community and champions of legal education. The members are committed to high ethical standards and improved training for all legal professionals.
Q: What is your occupation?
A: Attorney
Q: If you are a business owner, please list the business or businesses that you own. (If this question is not applicable, please note that below.)
A: Not applicable
Q: Please list any civic boards or commissions (non-profit, government, union, political, etc.) on which you have served as a board member or equivalent.
A: The Federalist Society - Amarillo Chapter President
Amarillo Area Bar Association - Board Member
Family Support Services - Board Member
West Texas Epilepsy Foundation - Board Member
Texas Association of Defense Counsel - Board Member
Coach Kid's Inc. - Most Important
Q: Have you previously held or do you currently hold any elected office? If so, what office(s)?
A: I have not previously held any elected office.
Q: If your campaign has any online campaign resources where voters can learn more about you, such as social media accounts or a website, please list them below.
www.facebook.com/voteyarbrough/
Q: Why did you decide to run for this office in 2022?
A: "Don’t forget to do good and to share what you have because God is pleased with these kinds of sacrifices." Hebrews 13:16. After listening to a sermon about service, and praying about it with my family, I decided to run for the 47th District Court. I truly believe in service, and serving as the judge of the court will allow me to serve a profession and community that has been good to me and my family.
Additionally, I decided to run for the 47th District Court because Armstrong, Potter, and Randall Counties deserve experienced judges with the right judicial temperament. Practicing law in a wide range of areas has given me the knowledge, experience, and perspective the 47th District deserves in a judge.
Q: If elected, what will be your top three priorities in office?
A: Protect our tax dollars by operating an efficient courtroom
Adjudicate all cases in a timely manner
Treat every citizen with dignity and respect
I believe every elected official has the responsibility to be a good steward of our tax dollars. I will bring my experience in the business side of practicing law to the court and look for opportunities to save money and improve efficiency. I will also assure that the court maintains an active trial docket so cases are resolved as quickly as possible-justice delayed is justice denied. I will enforce and follow the law to assure criminal offenses are met with firm sentences after a fair trial.
Q: What is an issue you believe has gone overlooked in your race and how will you address it if elected?
A: I believe an issue that has gone overlooked are the ideas the candidates are bringing to the 47th District. Before going to law school, I worked in information technology for four years and received a minor in computer science. I am ready and willing to use my knowledge and experience to help move cases to a conclusion with new technology. I would also like to see the 47th District Court meet the “Centers of Excellence” performance initiatives by the Texas Judicial Council. This program seeks to find those courts with a commitment to excellence in serving their communities, supporting their counties, and representing the judiciary in an outstanding manner
Q: Why are you the best candidate for voters to support for this position?
A: As a former law clerk for District Judge Reyes in Lubbock, TX, I have unique insight into the internal workings of the court system. I believe I have the most varied experience to handle the cases that are typically handled in the 47th District Court. I have worked in a District Attorney's office, handled family law cases, and for the last decade have handled a wide variety of complex civil litigation. If elected, I pledge to continue to work hard and to serve with honor. I further pledge all individuals in my courtroom shall be treated fairly and with dignity. As a conservative, I pledge the rule of law shall be strictly enforced. Through both faith and profession, I believe there is a duty to serve and help improve our communities.