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Justice Jeff Boyd to Retire

After more than a decade serving on the state’s high court, Justice Jeff Boyd announced he will not seek reelection in 2026 and will retire later this year. 

The move will allow Gov. Greg Abbott to appoint a justice to serve the remainder of Justice Boyd’s term. Justice Boyd was originally appointed to the Texas Supreme Court in December 2012 by then-Gov. Rick Perry to fill Justice Dale Wainwright’s unexpired term. 

Michelle Casady

Michelle Casady is based in Houston and covers litigation and appeals — including trials, breaking news and industry trends — for The Texas Lawbook.

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