Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Diana Pérez Gomez and Cheryl Camin Murray have been elected to serve on the State Bar of Texas Board of Directors, and appointed to several key committees.

Diana Pérez Gomez will serve as a Director for District 4, Place 3, representing Harris County through 2027. In this leadership role, Diana will bring her extensive experience and dedication to the Board of Directors, helping to shape the future of the legal profession in Texas.

In addition to her role on the Board, Diana will Chair the Legislative Policy Committee, and will serve on the Executive Committee and the Nominations and Elections Committee. She will also act as Board Advisor to the Labor & Employment Law Section and the Pattern Jury Charge – Business, Consumer, Insurance & Employment Committee.

“I am honored to represent Harris County on the State Bar of Texas Board of Directors and to serve alongside such dedicated professionals. It is a privilege to help guide the Bar’s initiatives and to work on committees that shape policy, promote access to justice, and support the legal community. I look forward to contributing to the advancement of our profession and to serving the people of Texas.”

“It is a privilege to help guide the Bar’s initiatives and to work on committees that shape policy, promote access to justice, and support the legal community.”

Cheryl Camin Murray will serve as a Director for District 6, Place 1, representing Dallas County until 2027. Cheryl’s leadership and vision will be instrumental in advancing the mission of the State Bar of Texas.

Alongside her Board responsibilities, Cheryl will serve on the Discipline & Client Attorney Assistance Committee and the Nominations and Elections Committee. She will also be Board Advisor to the Health Law Section and the Minimum Continuing Legal Education Committee.

“I am grateful for the opportunity to represent Dallas County and to serve on the State Bar of Texas Board of Directors. Supporting the professional growth and well-being of Texas attorneys, while maintaining the highest standards of integrity in our field, is a responsibility I deeply value. I am excited to collaborate with my fellow board members to further the Bar’s mission and to make a positive impact on the legal community and the public we serve.”

“Supporting the professional growth and well-being of Texas attorneys, while maintaining the highest standards of integrity in our field, is a responsibility I deeply value.”

The State Bar of Texas is a public corporation and an administrative agency of the judicial department of the Texas government. With more than 100,000 active members, it stands as one of the largest state bars in the nation. The State Bar is dedicated to improving and advancing the quality of legal services, protecting the public through a robust discipline system, and fostering integrity and ethical conduct within the legal profession.

To view the complete list of Board Advisors and Alternate Advisors, please refer to the State Bar of Texas Board Committee Rosters.

Meet Diana

Diana Pérez Gomez is a partner in the Labor & Employment practice, representing businesses in complex employment disputes in state and federal courts. She provides comprehensive legal services, including counseling, investigations, EEO training, policy drafting, and employment agreement negotiations. Diana also defends clients in administrative proceedings and litigates cases involving non-competes, discrimination, retaliation, FLSA, and ERISA claims. Beyond litigation, she advises employers on compliance and best practices to minimize legal risks.

Meet Cheryl

Cheryl Camin Murray is a partner in Jackson Walker’s Healthcare & Life Sciences section in Dallas. With advanced degrees in law and public health, Cheryl advises hospitals, dental practices, physician groups, and long-term care organizations on regulatory, compliance, and transactional matters. She is experienced in licensing, AI regulatory compliance, and liability issues, and is well-versed in the Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, HIPAA, and HITECH. Cheryl provides practical solutions to help clients navigate complex healthcare regulations.