Today, the Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) announced the appointment of Brett Harrison to its Board. Harrison will be working with Board Members in overseeing the organization’s finances, enhancing the value of Board Certification and increasing public awareness of TBLS.
“Brett has been Board Certified for a little over a decade, and has previously served on our Criminal Law Exam Commission and in various state and national associations. We’re pleased to have him on our Board as his commitment and experience in serving TBLS and other associations will be of great value,” said Leo Figueroa, Executive Director of TBLS.
Harrison has been Board Certified in Criminal Law since 2005 and was part of the Criminal Law Exam Commission from 2009-2011. He was part of the National Board of Trial Advocacy Exam Commission from 2006-2007. He served the State Bar of Texas District 2 as Grievance Committee member from 2011-2015 and has been its Chairman since 2014.
He is also a member of the State Bar of Texas Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
"I am excited and grateful to have been appointed to a leadership position in TBLS,” said Harrison. “It is an honor to be a part of this outstanding group of men and women."
Harrison obtained his BA from Texas Christian University in 1992 and his law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 1995.
Established by the Supreme Court of Texas, TBLS certifies attorneys in 22 specific areas of law. The Board Certification program is administered by a 12-member board appointed by the President of the State Bar of Texas. All members are appointed to three year staggered terms of office, and are eligible for reappointment for one additional term.
To learn more about Harrison, TBLS or other Board Members, visit www.tbls.org.
About TBLS
Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) is authorized by the Supreme Court of Texas. It certifies attorneys in 22 specific areas of law and paralegals in seven specific areas. TBLS serves as a resource by listing all certified attorneys and paralegals online. TBLS works to ensure that the citizens of Texas receive the highest quality legal services.
