We are proud to celebrate the achievements of our alumni community. From promotions and appointments to publications and professional recognition, these accomplishments reflect the excellence and impact of Texas Tech Law graduates across the legal profession.
Recent Alumni Achievements
Joseph Austin '16
Joseph Austin was elected Partner at Kelly Hart, where he practices in the firm’s Fort Worth office as part of the Litigation section. He represents corporate and individual clients in complex commercial disputes and bankruptcy matters in both state and federal courts, with experience spanning all stages of litigation—from pleadings and discovery to motion practice, contested hearings, and trial.
Stephanie Grissom '19
Stephanie Grissom earned Board Certification in Estate Planning and Probate Law. An associate at Meadows, Collier, Reed, Cousins, Crouch & Ungerman, L.L.P., she focuses her practice on estate planning, transfer taxation, business planning, and probate. With an LL.M. in Taxation, Grissom brings advanced knowledge of complex tax laws and their impact on long-term planning
Paige Havins '15
Paige Havins was appointed Deputy General Counsel at Great American Media, where she supports the company’s legal and business operations. Paige brings more than a decade of in-house legal experience with a strong transactional focus, including drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide range of internal and external agreements.
Bryan L. Jepson '09
Bryan L. Jepson was promoted to Member at Bass, Berry & Sims in the firm’s Nashville office. His practice focuses on tax and estate planning, where he counsels individuals and families on developing succession plans and gifting strategies designed to minimize federal gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax liabilities. He also advises clients on trust formation and administration, as well as foundational estate planning, including wills, revocable trusts, and powers of attorney.
Tara Kern '16
Tara Kern was elected Member at Dykema in the firm’s Dallas office. An experienced litigator, Kern is trusted by companies across a wide range of industries and focuses her practice on complex product liability matters, catastrophic personal injury cases, and business disputes. She regularly represents automotive and equipment manufacturers, bringing strategic judgment and practical insight to high-stakes litigation.
Caleb M. Miller '15
Caleb M. Miller was named Partner at Aldous Law in Dallas. A trial lawyer, Miller has dedicated his career to representing individuals and families who have suffered life-altering harm and has successfully tried cases across Texas. Known for his compassion, determination, and unwavering focus on justice, he has earned a strong reputation as a trusted advocate among clients, colleagues, and within the legal community.
Jeri Leigh Miller '16
Jeri Leigh Miller was elected Partner at Sidley Austin in the firm’s Dallas office. Her practice focuses on advising both debtor and creditor clients in complex Chapter 11 restructurings, out-of-court reorganizations, and related contested business litigation. Prior to joining Sidley, Miller served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable H. Christopher Mott of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Texas.
Baron T. Oursler '04
Baron Oursler was named the 2025 Magna Stella Award recipient in the General Counsel – Solo category by the Texas General Counsel Forum. Baron serves as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at FleetPride, where he provides strategic legal leadership for the national organization.
Judy C. Parker
Judy Parker was appointed Chief Justice of the Texas Seventh Court of Appeals by Governor Greg Abbott. At the time of her appointment, she was serving as the Place 2 Justice on the court. Chief Justice Parker is a founding member and judicial master of the Texas Tech University School of Law American Inn of Court and remains actively engaged in both the legal profession and the broader community through her leadership and service.
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