El Paso County Civil Courts at Law
El Paso County
Overview
Guide Overview
County Courts at Law hear civil cases where the amount in controversy is $500-$25,000, eminent domain cases, protective orders under Texas Family Code chapter 71, class A or B misdemeanor criminal offenses, and appeals of:
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Final rulings and decisions of the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission,
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El Paso County Justice of the Peace and Municipal Courts, and
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State Office of Administrative Hearings concerning Administrative License Revocations.
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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 County Clerk:
Common questions about El Paso County
The El Paso County Courts are in the Enrique Moreno County Courthouse at:
500 East San Antonio
El Paso, Texas 79901
Phone: (915) 546-2000
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You can use the El Paso County District and County Courts Case Records Search available on the county webpage. You can also visit the Civil and Family Records Desk.
You can read How to E-File to learn about E-Filing.
Also read the Local Rules of the County Courts concerning the Electronic Filing of Court Documents.
You can read more about E-File on the County webpage by visiting How Do I...? and selecting the “File” dropdown.
Lastly, you can read the information on E-Filing posted by the El Paso District Clerk.
Instructions & Forms
Instructions & Forms
Honorable Judge Melissa A. Baeza
500 East San Antonio
Suite 1001, 10th Floor
El Paso, TX 79901
Phone: (915) 546-2183
Watch County Court at Law No. 3’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 7, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Not Specified | El Paso county judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court for more information. |
You can visit County Court at Law No. 3’s directory listing for the most up-to-date information. You can also read the COVID-19 Operating Plan for the El Paso County Judiciary.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the Court Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (915) 546-2001 or by emailing districtclerk@epcounty.com.
Contact the court clerk to schedule a hearing in this court.
Possibly. Depending on the complexity of the matter, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings.
Court staff will contact you after the 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 procedures.
Possibly. Contact the court if you have concerns. The court will decide whether to allow virtual testimony upon request.
Who do I contact if I have questions or need help?
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court Coordinator Analuz Fernandez at (915) 546-2183 or by emailing anfernandez@epcounty.com.
Honorable Judge Jesus Rodriguez
500 East San Antonio
Suite 803, 8th Floor
Phone: (915) 546-2004
Watch County Court at Law No. 5’s court live stream on YouTube.
County Court at Law No. 5 is supported by Associate Judge Karen Pelletier.
This information is current as of April 7, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | El Paso county judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court for more information. |
You can visit County Court at Law No. 5’s directory listing for the most up-to-date information.
You can also read the COVID-19 Operating Plan for the El Paso County Judiciary.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the Court Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (915) 546-2001 or by emailing districtclerk@epcounty.com.
Contact the court clerk to schedule a hearing in this court.
County Court at Law No. 5 has also posted a Hearing Request Form.
Possibly. Depending on the complexity of the matter, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings.
Court staff will contact you after the 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 procedures.
Possibly. Contact the court if you have concerns. The court will decide whether to allow virtual testimony upon request.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court Coordinator at (915) 546-2004 or by emailing CountyCourtatLaw5@epcounty.com or becopado@epcounty.com.
Honorable Judge M. Sue Kurita
500 East San Antonio
Suite 1106, 11th Floor
El Paso, TX 79901
Phone: (915) 543-3868
Watch County Court at Law No. 6’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 7, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | El Paso county judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court for more information. |
You can visit County Court at Law No. 6’s directory listing for the most up-to-date information.
You can also read the COVID-19 Operating Plan for the El Paso County Judiciary.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the Court Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (915) 546-2001 or by emailing districtclerk@epcounty.com.
Contact the court clerk to schedule a hearing in this court.
Yes. Depending on the complexity of the matter, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings.
Court staff will contact you after the 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 procedures.
Possibly. Contact the court if you have concerns. The court will decide whether to allow virtual testimony upon request.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court Coordinator Arlene Saenz-Flores at (915) 543-3868 or by emailing a.flores@epcounty.com.
Honorable Judge Ruben Morales
500 East San Antonio
Suite 806, 8th Floor
Phone: (915) 543-3877
Watch County Court at Law No. 7’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 7, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | El Paso county judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court for more information. |
You can visit County Court at Law No. 7’s directory listing for the most up-to-date information.
You can also read the COVID-19 Operating Plan for the El Paso County Judiciary.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the Court Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (915) 546-2001 or by emailing districtclerk@epcounty.com.
Contact the court clerk to schedule a hearing in this court.
Yes. Depending on the complexity of the matter, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings.
Court staff will contact you after the 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 procedures.
Possibly. Contact the court if you have concerns. The court will decide whether to allow virtual testimony upon request.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court Coordinator at (915) 543-3877 or by emailing CountyCourt7.gem@epcounty.com or A.Jane@epcounty.com.
Articles
Articles in this guide
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Civil Litigation in Texas: The Basics
This article explains the basics of civil lawsuits in Texas. -
Statutes of Limitations in Civil Lawsuits
This article explains statutes of limitation in Texas. -
Justice 101: The Client's Guide to Texas Civil Litigation
This article contains a link to a video that provides some background on the civil litigation system in Texas. -
What Court Staff Can and Cannot Do
Information on what type of services a court can offer. -
How to Set a Contested Final Hearing (Family Law)
This article discusses the steps to set a contested final hearing in a family law case. -
How to Set Aside a Default Judgment
This article explains how to ask the judge to set aside (cancel) a default judgment. -
Individual Rights and Navigating Court Proceedings During COVID-19
Learn how the court system and personal rights changed due to the pandemic and how to navigate them. -
Virtual Court
Some Texas courts will hold hearings by videoconference, usually using Zoom. -
Sensitive Data
This article provides information on protected sensitive data; data that appears in public records; and sealing records. -
How to E-File
This article provides an overview of e-filing as well as solutions to some common e-filing mistakes. -
Civil Trial Preparation
If your case is contested, then you will need to spend a lot of time preparing for trial. -
How to Use Zoom
Access all available resources on how to use Zoom's video platform for virtual court hearings on your desktop or mobile phone.