JUDICIAL · TX · 1988-2004
Thomas R. Phillips
Supreme Court Chief Justice · Republican · Texas
On the record
First R TX SC Chief in 100+ years
Background
Thomas R. Phillips (Republican) was Texas's Supreme Court Chief Justice 1988–2004 (16 years). Took office after John L. Hill Jr. (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Note: First R TX SC Chief in 100+ years. Same-year political environment (1988): Governor Bill Clements.
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Others who held this office in Texas
- John L. Hill Jr. (1985-1988)
- Jack Pope (1982-1985)
- Joe R. Greenhill (1972-1982)
- Robert W. Calvert (1961-1972)
- J. E. Hickman (1948-1961)
- James P. Alexander (1941-1948)