Baylor Law School has named Stephen C. “Steve” Dillard, BA ’68, JD ’71, the 2026 Baylor Lawyer of the Year, recognizing a career defined by exceptional professional achievement, leadership within the legal profession, and decades of faithful service to Baylor Law School and Baylor University. For more than 50 years, Steve has exemplified those qualities through a distinguished litigation career, influential leadership within one of the nation’s leading law firms, and an enduring commitment to mentoring future generations of Baylor Lawyers. His integrity, professionalism, and dedication to excellence have made a lasting impact on the legal profession and Baylor Law School.
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Baylor Law School has named Anna Greenberg, JD ’14, the 2026 Young Baylor Lawyer of the Year, celebrating an early career distinguished by professional excellence, exceptional advocacy, and the integrity and leadership that exemplify the values of Baylor Law School. Anna has built a respected practice representing plaintiffs in complex personal injury, mass tort litigation, sexual assault, invasive recording, and corporate negligence cases, establishing herself as a fearless advocate whose work has advanced accountability while giving a voice to those who have experienced profound harm. She has remained actively engaged with Baylor Law School, volunteering with career development programs and interscholastic competitions and investing in future Baylor Lawyers.
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Baylor Law School’s Family Law Clinic Triples Impact in Second Year |
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Baylor Law School’s Family Law Clinic is thriving in its second year, expanding both its reach and community impact. Established to support self-represented litigants navigating complex family law matters in McLennan County, the Clinic served 162 clients this academic year, assisting more than three times as many clients as it did during its inaugural year. Notably, the Clinic also assisted its first Spanish-speaking clients, marking an important step toward broader access to legal support.
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Professor Dyllan Taxman’s Scholarship on Parental Criminal Liability Gains Media Attention |
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Media outlets are turning to Dyllan Taxman, Assistant Professor of Law at Baylor Law School, for insight on a complex and evolving legal question: When, if ever, should parents face criminal liability for their children’s actions?
Taxman’s recent scholarship, including an article in the William & Mary Law Review, examines how courts and prosecutors are addressing parental accountability in the wake of high-profile acts of violence. This work has gained traction as jurisdictions across the United States and abroad grapple with cases that test the boundaries of criminal law.
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Contact the Baylor Law Career Development Office today.
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Baylor Law School invites firms and employers to participate in our engagement program, offering a meaningful way to invest in students while increasing visibility for your firm or office among Baylor Lawyers and future Baylor Lawyers. Each engagement opportunity is customized to reflect your strategic goals, creating a tailored and impactful partnership. Sponsorship levels and programming options support professional development and celebrate student life.
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To explore opportunities for engagement please contact:
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Kate Plummer, Assistant Director of Development
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Baylor Law School is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of Baylor Lawyers. This information highlights the professional and personal successes of our graduates, showcasing the impact they are making on the legal profession and their communities.
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At Baylor Law School, we honor the legacy of our alumni who have passed, celebrating their meaningful contributions to the legal field and their communities, and remembering the lasting influence they left on their families and their peers.
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