About

Jerome has been at Texas Tech for over 40 years. He received his BS in agricultural economics at Texas Tech University and his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the University of Texas School of Law. After a brief but memorable career in the office of the Lubbock County District Attorney, he entered private law practice in 1967.

In 1968, he began teaching oil and gas law at Texas Tech on an adjunct basis. Drawing on years of experience in pipeline construction, ownership of wells and attorney for independent producers, Jerome brings a wealth of practical experience to the classroom to complement his academic training.