“The individuals we recognized today have brought a wealth of knowledge in civic service and leadership to the important mission of helping shape the future of Texas,” said Deborah Hankinson, chair of the board of directors of TAJF. “These Texas leaders have continuously embodied excellence, wisdom and integrity, and we are honored to recognize them for helping ensure our justice system is available to all.”

Former Supreme Court Justice Guzman made history by becoming the first Latina elected to the Supreme Court of Texas and the first to be elected to statewide office in Texas. Twice over, Guzman made history when receiving the most votes ever in a Texas Republican Party primary.

Texas Access to Justice Foundation honors senators, representatives and former justice at Oct. 25 luncheon KLEINMAN AWARD HONOREE: Kleinman Award honoree, Former Supreme Court Justice Eva Guzman.                          [Courtesy Photo.] Annually, former Justice Guzman met with the Texas congressional delegation and was an advocate for additional funding for disadvantaged Texans. She has worked on the Children’s Commission to ensure fair treatment for children in the Texas foster care system and was the founder of the Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health. She served as the face of TAJF’s Legal Aid for Sexual Assault Survivors program, funded by the Texas Legislature, and successfully worked to generate increased funding for Texas veterans. As a prior liaison for TAJF, former Justice Guzman authored several op-ed pieces, participated in media interviews and videos, and addressed constituents at numerous meetings and events about the legal needs of low-income Texans.

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