Harriet Miers, the new Chair of the Texas Access to Justice Commission and Harry Reasoner, Chair Emeritus of the Texas Access to Justice. (L-R)Harriet Miers, the new Chair of the Texas Access to Justice Commission and Harry Reasoner, Chair Emeritus of the Texas Access to Justice. Courtesy photos

Dallas Attorney To Chair Texas Access to Justice Commission

The Supreme Court of Texas announced that Dallas attorney Harriet Miers will assume the role of Chair of the Texas Access to Justice Commission, effective Jan. 1. Harry Reasoner, the current chair of the Commission, will serve as Chair Emeritus.

The Court order announcing this appointment states: "[u]nder the dedicated leadership of Chair Reasoner, the Commission made incredible strides in pursuit of its mission to increase the quality and quantity of civil legal services for the poor in Texas." The Court commended Reasoner for his service and steadfast commitment to ensuring access to justice for all Texans.

"Our Supreme Court is a national leader in seeking access to justice. It has been an honor to work with the Court and the dedicated Commissioners and staff of the Texas Access to Justice Commission," Reasoner said, in a statement. "Helping people get a fair opportunity to access to justice is one of the most rewarding things a lawyer can do in practicing law."