Jurists in Residence

The Jurist in Residence (JIR) position was created to foster judicial leadership and promote greater expertise among child welfare judges. The JIR develops relationships with retired and sitting judges, acts as a consultant, trainer, and speaker to provide information and advice on matters affecting courts and legal system handling of child welfare matters. Additionally, the JIR assists with the development of curriculum for the annual Children’s Commission Child Welfare Judges Conference, and moderates and presents at this conference and many others. The JIR also reviews updates to the Child Protection Law Bench Book and attends and participates in events on behalf of the Commission, including Round Tables, other conferences and trainings.

The Children's Commission has two Jurists in Residence, the Honorable Rob Hofmann, Judge of the 452nd District Court and the Honorable Piper McCraw, Judge of the 469th District Court.