jessica l. duty
Associate
214.651.3315
jduty@macdonalddevin.com
Jessica Duty is committed to effectively serving the clients of Macdonald Devin Madden Kenefick & Harris P.C.
Overview
Jessica holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science with minors in Cybersecurity and Business from Texas A&M University. She earned her Juris Doctor from Southern Methodist University, where she served on the executive board for the SMU Science and Technology Law Review. Jessica also served as a Tsai Scholar for the Tsai Center for Law, Science and Innovation at SMU Dedman School of Law and a judicial intern to the Honorable Bruce McFarling of the 362nd District Court of Texas.
Outside of work, Jessica enjoys reading, crocheting, and rewatching classic films.
Practices
Honors and Recognitions
- Texas A&M, Cornerstone Honors Program
- Texas A&M, Undergraduate Research Scholar
- Katrina Leslie and Jessica Duty, Kangaroos Vote, Joeys Don’t: The Effect of Peer Influence on College-Aged Voter Turnout for Local Elections (2022).
- Southern Methodist University, Dean’s List – Fall 2022, Spring 2024, Fall 2024
- Southern Methodist University, Pro Bono Honor Roll
Professional Affiliations
- International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
Educational and Professional Background
- Southern Methodist University, Juris Doctor, 2025, cum laude
- Texas A&M University, Bachelor of Science in Political Science, 2022, summa cum laude
Court Admissions
Jessica Duty is licensed to practice law in the following areas:
- Texas