Brown Bag CLE presented by HPA
Speaker: Judge Josefina Rendon
More than 30 years ago, in 1977, Josefina became one of Houston's first Hispanic women attorneys. While still practicing law, she was appointed by Mayor Jim McConn as Houston's first woman Civil Service Commissioner in 1980. As commissioner and later vice-chair of the commission, Josefina heard appeals of City of Houston's employment decisions including decisions by the Houston Police and Fire Departments. Soon after, in 1983, Mayor Kathy Whitmire appointed her as one of Houston's first Hispanic women judges.
Because of her dedication, excellence and hard work, Josefina was reappointed to the Municipal Courts 12 times under four Houston mayors to serve a total of 25 years as Municipal Judge.
As Judge of Houston's Municipal Court #5 and later as Associate Municipal Judge, Rendon presided over hundreds of jury and non-jury trials.
Title of CLE: Mediation
