Winkle, Heidi Van

Daniel Willis was born in Wichita Falls, Texas and grew up in a small town just outside the city limits. After graduating as valedictorian of his high school, Daniel earned his bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies from Dallas Baptist University.

Daniel attended law school at Baylor University School of Law on an academic scholarship. After competing in a writing contest, Daniel was selected to serve on the Baylor Law Review as Notes & Comments Editor.

Daniel began his legal career in south Texas, working with one of the fastest growing insurance companies in the state. He has first-chair experience in several jurisdictions, including Cameron, Hidalgo and Dallas County.

Daniel enjoys sports of all kind. Daniel is a three-time medalist at the Texas State Track & Field Meet and is a former Texas State Cross Country Champion. Daniel also enjoys reading, traveling and hanging out with his black Labrador Retriever, Ace.

Bar Admissions:

State Bar of Texas (2007)
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas

Education:

Baylor University School of Law
Waco, Texas
Doctor of Jurisprudence (2007)

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, Texas
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Christian Ministries/Biblical Studies (2001)

Professional Associations and Memberships:

State Bar of Texas
Cameron County Bar Association
Cameron County Young Lawyers Association