About For the Public: Texas Lawyers in Public Service
Presented by the Texas Young Lawyers Association, the "For the Public" podcast is dedicated to elevating the voices of public service and government attorneys throughout Texas. Through candid conversations with young lawyers, we explore their journeys, their work, and the importance of public service in our profession.
Our newest For the Public episode features a powerful conversation originally hosted last fall as a live Zoom webinar by TYLA’s Public Service Committee. Moderated by 2025-2026 TYLA President Alyson Martinez, this Careers That Serve panel brings together four young public service attorneys - Anthony Franklyn, Ruby Boone, Mary Rios, and Todd Smith - whose careers reflect the wide spectrum of what public service law truly looks like: from federal prosecution to municipal practice, pro bono and ...
7 May 2026
For the Public | "City Attorneys" feat. Courtney White, Sr. Asst. City Attorney (Amarillo) and Austin Stevenson, City Attorney (McAllen)
In the next episode of For the Public, we sit down with TYLA alums, Austin Stevenson, City Attorney for McAllen, TX and Courtney White, Senior City Attorney for Amarillo, TX. Austin and Courtney reflect on their paths into public service and the meaningful ways municipal practice allows lawyers to serve their communities every single day. From navigating the corporate‑generalist nature of city attorney work to advising on everything from contracts to public safety to economic developmen...
23 Apr 2026
For the Public | "U.S. Department of Justice" feat. Anthony Franklyn, Assistant U.S. Attorney
In the next episode of For the Public, we sit down with Anthony Franklyn, an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Texas. Anthony reflects on his path to becoming a federal prosecutor and the responsibility AUSAs carry in pursuing justice on behalf of the United States. From navigating complex federal cases to building trust with the communities he serves, Anthony offers an inside look at what it means to uphold the rule of law with integrity, fairness, and purpose. Hi...
9 Apr 2026
For the Public | "Public Universities & Community Colleges" feat. Davion White, Assistant General Counsel, Lone Star College System
In this next episode of For the Public, we sit down with Davion White, Assistant General Counsel for the Lone Star College System, one of the largest and fastest‑growing community college systems in Texas. Davion shares his path into higher education law, the unique challenges and rewards of serving a 90,000‑student institution, and how public service attorneys help shape access to education across our state. His inspiring story highlights the impact young lawyers can make when they choose ca...
26 Mar 2026
For the Public | "County Prosecutors" feat. Tara Avants, Assistant District Attorney, Chief of Crimes Against Children Division
“My job when I come to work is to do the right thing… and see that justice is done.” In this episode of For the Public, we sit down with Tara Avants, the 2025 Young Baylor Lawyer of the Year, whose career reflects a deep commitment to service, integrity, and community impact. Before law school, Tara studied psychology, a foundation she now uses every day to build trust with victims, understand trauma, and apply human‑behavior insights to real‑life situations. A proud Baylor Law graduate, Tara...
12 Mar 2026
For the Public | "District Judges" feat. Judge Beckie Palomo, Presiding Judge of the 341st District Court
“Tú vuela, vuela lo más alto que puedas.” Those were the words Judge Beckie Palomo’s mother repeated to her growing up - a reminder to rise, to serve, and to lead with purpose. In this episode of For the Public, we spotlight Judge Beckie Palomo, a first‑generation college and law graduate who has served on the bench since 2012 as the presiding judge of the 341st District Court in Webb County. Judge Palomo reflects on her journey to the judiciary - a path shaped by her faith, her parents...
26 Feb 2026
For the Public: Meet Your Podcast Hosts!
✨ Introducing For the Public: A Public Service Lawyers Podcast! ✨ The Texas Young Lawyers Association proudly introduces For the Public, a new podcast created in support of 2025–2026 TYLA President Alyson Martinez’s flagship initiative. This bar year, President Martinez launched For the Public – an effort dedicated to celebrating and elevating the work of public service and government attorneys across the State of Texas. As part of this initiative, the podcast features a series of conve...
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