Distinguished Alumni Awards

Five impressive SMU Dedman School of Law alumni were recognized on March 6, 2024 at the Arts District Mansion for their outstanding achievements, leadership, and service.

The Distinguished Alumni Award is the highest honor the law school bestows upon its alumni and friends. Don Godwin '73 was awarded the Robert G. Storey Award for Distinguished Achievement.

  

Brittany K. Barnett '11

Attorney, Author, and Social Entrepreneur 

Hon. Dennise Garcia '93

Justice
Court of Appeals for the Fifth District of Texas

 

Mark A. Melton '08

Partner
Holland & Knight LLP

Timothy P. Reames '61

Sr. Vice President and General Counsel
Mattel Inc. (ret.)

Robert G. Storey Award for Distinguished Achievement

Donald E. Godwin '73

Chairman and CEO
Godwin Bowman PC