Gloria Sanchez Glover is a dedicated public servant, a seasoned attorney, and a steadfast advocate for children and families across Harris and Montgomery counties. With more than a decade of courtroom experience and a career grounded in service, Gloria has built a reputation for fairness, integrity, and compassionate leadership.
In 2024, Gloria was appointed Associate Judge of the 312th District Court, a role that reflects the respect she has earned throughout the legal community. That same year, she received public service recognition for her work on the bench, following her 2023 Rising Star Award from the Harris County Attorney's Office Child Protective Services Division. These honors highlight what colleagues and community members already know: Gloria’s commitment to justice is both exceptional and unwavering.
Throughout her career, Gloria has served where the need is greatest. As a Senior County Attorney and team lead at the Harris County Attorney's Office, she handled complex child welfare litigation, advised state agencies, and supervised both attorneys and interns. She later brought these skills to Montgomery County, continuing to represent the Department of Family and Protective Services in high-stakes cases involving abuse, neglect, and child safety. Today, she is a Senior Attorney in the Juvenile Courts, where she advocates for young people and supports the intern program by training the next generation of public interest lawyers.
Gloria’s depth of experience is not only extensive, it is also diverse. She has handled emergency hearings, jury trials, mediations, administrative proceedings, and appeals. She has worked inside the Office of the Attorney General, in private family law practice, and in specialized courts supporting parents and children. Her background in both trial work and collaborative problem solving gives her the balanced perspective needed to serve as a fair and effective judge.
Beyond the courtroom, Gloria has always been committed to strengthening the community. She has volunteered as a youth mentor, competitive cheer coach, tax preparer, and advocate for families in crisis. She holds a Sociology degree from the University of Texas and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law, where she excelled in mock trial competitions and campus leadership.
A simple belief has guided Gloria’s career: justice works best when everyone is heard, treated with dignity, and given the opportunity to succeed. Her professional experience, community roots, and compassionate approach make her uniquely prepared to serve Harris County with fairness, accountability, and heart.
Gloria Sanchez Glover is ready to bring her values, her experience, and her unwavering commitment to justice to the bench, ensuring that every person who comes before the court is met with respect, understanding, and a judge who truly listens.