My Why
What powers my practice
During college, I worked at the Texas Capitol answering constituent calls, where I witnessed how clear legal guidance could transform frustration into relief. That experience inspired me to pursue a career in law—one where I help clients navigate complex, often overwhelming issues with clarity and confidence. Guided by core values of justice and fairness, I approach every matter with integrity, empathy, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact for both my clients and my community.
Credentials
- Baylor University School of Law, Juris Doctor (J.D.), Administrative Practice, 2009
- University of Texas, Advertising and Business Foundations, 2006, with highest honors
- Texas
- Supreme Court of the United States
- United States District Court, Eastern District of Texas
- United States District Court, Northern District of Texas
- United States District Court, Southern District of Texas
- United States District Court, Western District of Texas
- Best Lawyers®, Administrative / Regulatory Law; Litigation – Construction, 2026-present
- Austin’s Top Attorneys – Commercial Litigation, Austin Monthly®, 2025
- Best Lawyers® “Ones to Watch” in Administrative/Regulatory Law, Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, and Government Relations Practice, 2021-2025
- Selected to Business Litigation, Health Care, Appellate, Civil Litigation, Government Relations, Personal Injury – Products Rising Stars, Super Lawyers®, 2020-2025
- Texas Young Lawyers Association President’s Award of Merit, 2019-2020 and 2022-2023
- Austin Young Lawyers Association Dedicated Service Award, 2024-2025
Engagement
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Texas Access to Justice Commission
- Rule Change Working Group, 2022-2024
- Commissioner, 2022-2023
- Member, Texas Young Lawyers Association
- Director – District 8, 2018-2023
- Board Member, Austin Young Lawyers Association
- President, 2017-2018
- President-Elect, 2015-2016
- Treasurer, 2014-2015
- Secretary, 2013-2014
- Board of Directors, 2011-2025
- Member, Defense Research Institute
- Women in the Law Steering Committee Member, 2025-Present
- Texas State Membership Chair, 2017-2021
- Product Liability Steering Committee Member, 2019-2021
- Young Lawyers Steering Committee Member, 2015-2020
- Drug and Medical Device Steering Committee Member, 2015-2017
- Trial Tactics Steering Committee Member, 2014-2016
- State and Local Defense Organization Co-Chair, 2015-2016
- Member, State Bar of Texas
- Public Affairs Committee, 2012-2013
- Member, Leadership SBOT
- Member of Leadership Class, 2011-2012
- Texas Access to Justice Project, 2011-2012
Insights

Michael Best Attorneys Earn Recognition in The Best Lawyers in America 2027 List
Michael Best is proud to announce that 150 attorneys have been selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2027 list, with representation across 52 different practice areas across the nation. In addition, the firm is also excited to share that six attorneys have been named to the 2027 edition of the “Lawyer of the Year” list, which is a prestigious designation of a single lawyer in each specific practice area and location. 33 attorneys have also been named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2027 list.Read
Aug 20, 2026
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Client Service at Michael Best
One of the questions I am most frequently asked—particularly by clients and other nonlawyers—is how we are actually using artificial intelligence in the practice of…Read
Jun 3, 2026

Michael Best Attorneys Named to 2026 LCLD Fellows and Pathfinders Programs
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Katie Fillmore has been selected as a 2026 Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) Fellow, and Senior Associates Ena Allen and Emi Passini have been selected as 2026 LCLD Pathfinders.Read
Mar 24, 2026
