April L. Farris, a Republican, is seeking Place 3 on the Fifteenth Court of Appeals in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. She faces Democrat Marc M. Meyer, according to the official ballot certification.
Judicial experience
Gov. Greg Abbott appointed Farris to the court effective Sept. 1, 2024, for a term ending Dec. 31, 2026, or until a successor is elected and qualified. His announcement identifies her previous service on the First Court of Appeals beginning in January 2021, work as an appellate litigation partner at Yetter Coleman and service as an assistant solicitor general for Texas.
Farris earned a bachelor’s degree in integrated marketing communications from Abilene Christian University and a law degree from Harvard Law School, according to the governor’s announcement.
Judicial philosophy
On her campaign website, Farris says judges should apply the law as written, avoid imposing personal policy preferences and give each person a fair hearing. She emphasizes impartiality and equal treatment under the law.
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