The court convenes in Dallas, Texas with divisions in Fort Worth, Amarillo, Abilene, Lubbock, San Angelo, and Wichita Falls.

He was assigned to hold court in Galveston, at the time, the largest city in the state.

When Texas was restored to the Union, Watrous and DuVal resumed their duties and served until 1870.

[4][5] As of May 15, 2023[update]: Chief judges have administrative responsibilities with respect to their district court.

The chief judge serves for a term of seven years, or until age 70, whichever occurs first.