Department: Domestic Relations
Department Head/Elected Official: David W. Simpson, J. D., Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Transmittal
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Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): TAC (Texas Association of Counties)
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Request for approval to apply for a 2024 Texas Association of Counties Best Practices Award for the Family Self-Represented Litigants Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The County Best Practices Awards Program recognizes the efforts of county leaders in creating new, efficient, and effective solutions to challenges facing local governments. These solutions include innovative programs, increased delivery of services and superior achievements in all areas of county operations. The Family Self-Represented Litigant Program was designed to ensure parents realize increase access to justice in Harris County Family District Court. The Domestic Relations Office (DRO) provides legal information to assist self-represented litigants with understanding their obligations and duties. The DRO reviews self-represented litigants' pleadings and final order to ensure it meets the court's standards. The program assists self-represented litigants navigating through the Harris County Family District Court system in an uncontested matter.
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