Get to Know Julián
Julián Castro is a native of San Antonio, Texas. In 2001, Julián was elected to the San Antonio city council, where he represented District 7. As a councilman, Julián championed a vision of economic growth, accountable government and a top-notch quality of life for all San Antonians. After serving four years on the city council, Julián narrowly lost an election to become San Antonio’s mayor.
Following his mayoral campaign, Julián founded, The Law Offices of Julián Castro, PLLC, a civil litigation practice. He has served on the board of Urban Ministries, Family Services Association and the Clear Channel San Antonio Advisory Board. In addition to his community service, he has taught courses at The University of Texas at San Antonio, Trinity University, and St. Mary’s University.
Julián, a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, earned his undergraduate degree from Stanford University with honors and distinction in 1996 and a juris doctorate from Harvard Law School in 2000. Julián is married to Erica Lira Castro, a school teacher, and they are the proud parents of Carina Victoria Castro, born March 14. Julián’s brother, Joaquin, serves in the Texas House of Representatives.
