Brazos County District Courts
Brazos County
Overview
Guide Overview
Civil District Courts hear all family and civil law issues including divorce cases, custody issues, child abuse and neglect (involving the Department of Family and Protective Services, or CPS) cases, cases involving title to land, and civil matters where the amount of money or damages involved is $200 or more.
This guide contains information on all the District Courts, Associate Courts, and the Brazos County Child Support (IV-D) Court.
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Research Tips
Read our articles on Zoom and how to use it to prepare for your hearing. You should also read the following documents uploaded by the District Clerk:
Common questions about Brazos County
The Brazos County District Courts are in the Brazos County Courthouse at:
300 E. 26th St
Bryan, TX 77803
Phone: (979) 775-7400
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You can use the Brazos County Judicial Records Search available on the District Clerk’s webpage. You can also visit the Civil and Family Records Desk.
You can read How to E-File to learn about E-Filing.
Brazos County District Courts regularly update their dockets on their court’s webpage.
85th District Court – Today's Docket.
Instructions & Forms
Instructions & Forms
Honorable Judge Kyle Hawthorne
300 E. 26th St.
Suite 440
Bryan, TX 77803
Phone: (979) 361-4270
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Watch the 85th District Court's court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 18, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Contact the Court for more information on virtual hearings. |
You can visit the 85th District Court's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
You can also read the Brazos County Re-Certification of In-Person Operating Plan for information on virtual procedures.
Finally, read our article on How to Use Zoom to prepare for a virtual hearing on Zoom.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the District Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (979) 361-4230 or by emailing ggarcia@brazoscountytx.gov.
Also, read Brazos County Local Rules of Administration for more details.
You must complete the Setting Request form and return it to the District Clerk’s Office. Contact the District Clerk’s Office for more information.
Possibly. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings. Contact the court to see if you can schedule a virtual hearing.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
Contact the Court for more information regarding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court at (979) 361-4270.
Honorable Judge John Brick
300 E. 26th St.
Suite 409
Bryan, TX 77803
Phone: (979) 361-4220
Watch the 272nd District Court's court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 18, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Contact the Court for more information on virtual hearings. |
You can visit the 272nd District Court's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
You can also read the Brazos County Re-Certification of In-Person Operating Plan for information on virtual procedures.
Finally, read our article on How to Use Zoom to prepare for a virtual hearing on Zoom.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the District Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (979) 361-4230 or by emailing ggarcia@brazoscountytx.gov.
Also, read Brazos County Local Rules of Administration for more details.
You must complete the Setting Request form and return it to the District Clerk’s Office. Contact the District Clerk’s Office for more information.
Read Brazos County Local Rules of Administration for more information on setting a hearing.
Possibly. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings. Contact the court to see if you can schedule a virtual hearing.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
Contact the Court for more information regarding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court Coordinator at (979) 361-4219 or by emailing lparker@brazoscountytx.gov.
Honorable Judge David Hilburn
300 E. 26th St.
Suite 429
Bryan, TX 77803
Phone: (979) 361-4380
This information is current as of April 18, 2023.
Virtual Hearing Information
Table of: Is this court doing virtual hearings? What platform are they using? Are there any exceptions?
Yes; Zoom; Contact the Court for more information on virtual hearings.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Contact the Court for more information on virtual hearings. |
You can visit the 361st District Court's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
You can also read the Brazos County Re-Certification of In-Person Operating Plan for information on virtual procedures.
Finally, read our article on How to Use Zoom to prepare for a virtual hearing on Zoom.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the District Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (979) 361-4230 or by emailing ggarcia@brazoscountytx.gov.
Also, read Brazos County Local Rules of Administration for more details.
You must complete the Setting Request form and return it to the District Clerk’s Office. Contact the District Clerk’s Office or your court coordinator for more information.
Read Brazos County Local Rules of Administration for more information on setting a hearing.
Possibly. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings. Contact the court to see if you can schedule a virtual hearing.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
Contact the Court for more information regarding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court at (979) 361-4380.
Honorable Judge Lisa A. Hubacek
300 E. 26th St.
Suite 3510
Bryan, TX 77802
Phone: (979) 361-4494
Watch the Child Support Associate Court’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 18, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | Contact the Court for more information on virtual hearings. |
You can visit the Child Support Associate Court's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the District Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (979) 361-4230 or by emailing ggarcia@brazoscountytx.gov.
Also, read Brazos County Local Rules of Administration for more details.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Possibly. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings. Contact the court to see if you can schedule a virtual hearing.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
Contact the Court for more information regarding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court at (979) 361-4494.
Honorable Judge Wendy Wood Hencerling
300 E. 26th St.
Suite 2311
Bryan, TX 77802
Phone: (979) 361-4683
Watch the Associate Family Court's court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 18, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Contact the Court for more information on virtual hearings. |
You can visit the Associate Family Court's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the District Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (979) 361-4230 or by emailing ggarcia@brazoscountytx.gov.
Also, read Brazos County Local Rules of Administration for more details.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Possibly. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings. Contact the court to see if you can schedule a virtual hearing.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
Contact the Court for more information regarding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court Coordinator, Debbie Reed, at (979) 361-4683 or by emailing DReed@brazoscountytx.gov.
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