Longview Associate Judge Honored By National Child Support Group

LONGVIEW – The National Child Support Enforcement Association (NCSEA) presented the Judicial Excellence Award to Associate Judge Joseph Perkins of Longview. Judge Perkins accepted the award Tuesday at NCSEA’s conference in Atlanta, Ga. “Judge Joseph Perkins is a compassionate jurist who has earned well-deserved national recognition for his commitment to Texas children,” Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott said. “Consistently willing to embrace new ideas and innovative programs, Judge Perkins has helped facilitate financial security for East Texas families. The State of Texas is fortunate to have a committed public servant like Judge Perkins serving its families as a child support judge.” Each year, the NCSEA selects one judge for national recognition as the recipient of the Judicial Excellence Award.