Lori Massey Brissette’s journey in law spans over three decades.
A licensed attorney since 1993, she began her career with the second-highest score on the Texas Bar Exam and served for one year as a Briefing Attorney for the Texas Supreme Court. After ten years as a litigator and appellate practitioner, Lori was appointed and then re-elected twice as the District Judge for the 288th District Court in Bexar County. Since leaving the bench, Lori has been recognized several times as a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine, a distinction given to only 5% of Texas attorneys.
In addition to her service as a Judge, Lori shows a deep commitment to the community. As a judge, she went beyond her own docket to also co-lead the Child Abuse & Neglect Court and the Family Drug Court. Even beyond the courthouse, she helped create coalitions among churches and philanthropies to combine instead of compete for volunteer time, talent, and treasure. As a result, she’s been named a Woman of Excellence by the San Antonio Women’s Chamber of Commerce, received the Angel Award from Any Baby Can, and the Bergman Service Award from Arms of Hope (formerly Medina Children’s Home).
Lori truly believes that together we are better despite our differences. She is committed to creating a culture of respect and collegiality with her peers on the court, which she believes is critical to rendering the best legal decisions for the people of the Fourth Judicial District of Texas.
Meet Lori
Lori Massey Brissette’s journey in law spans over three decades.
A licensed attorney since 1993, she began her career with the second-highest score on the Texas Bar Exam and served for one year as a Briefing Attorney for the Texas Supreme Court. After ten years as a litigator and appellate practitioner, Lori was appointed and then re-elected twice as the District Judge for the 288th District Court in Bexar County. Since leaving the bench, Lori has been recognized several times as a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine, a distinction given to only 5% of Texas attorneys.
In addition to her service as a Judge, Lori shows a deep commitment to the community. As a judge, she went beyond her own docket to also co-lead the Child Abuse & Neglect Court and the Family Drug Court. Even beyond the courthouse, she helped create coalitions among churches and philanthropies to combine instead of compete for volunteer time, talent, and treasure. As a result, she’s been named a Woman of Excellence by the San Antonio Women’s Chamber of Commerce, received the Angel Award from Any Baby Can, and the Bergman Service Award from Arms of Hope (formerly Medina Children’s Home).
Lori truly believes that together we are better despite our differences. She is committed to creating a culture of respect and collegiality with her peers on the court, which she believes is critical to rendering the best legal decisions for the people of the Fourth Judicial District of Texas.
My Qualifications to Serve
Certainly, my education and experience ensure I’m qualified from a legal perspective. But, just as important is my ability to communicate, empathize, respect, and build positive relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
In today’s climate, where families are breaking down, and friends are breaking up simply because of their inability to cross the political divide, we need leaders who can demonstrate an ability to engage in respectful debate and civil discourse. And, on the Fourth Court of Appeals, where justices work together to arrive at decisions, it is absolutely a part of the job.
In my 20+ years as a litigator and appellate practitioner, I learned how to analyze and debate. But, my 10 years in the business world taught me how to collaborate and influence. Both of those skill sets ready me for the role of Justice.
My Qualifications to Serve
Certainly, my education and experience ensure I’m qualified from a legal perspective. But, just as important is my ability to communicate, empathize, respect, and build positive relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
In today’s climate, where families are breaking down, and friends are breaking up simply because of their inability to cross the political divide, we need leaders who can demonstrate an ability to engage in respectful debate and civil discourse. And, on the Fourth Court of Appeals, where justices work together to arrive at decisions, it is absolutely a part of the job.
In my 20+ years as a litigator and appellate practitioner, I learned how to analyze and debate. But, my 10 years in the business world taught me how to collaborate and influence. Both of those skill sets ready me for the role of Justice.