Gary R. Terrell

Gary R. Terrell serves as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Texas Tech University School of Law, a position held continuously since 1996, while practicing as a partner at Lubbock's Key & Terrell, LLP. His legal expertise spans Real Estate Law, Corporate Law, Probate Law, Commercial Law, and Commercial Litigation, with admission to all Texas state courts, multiple federal district and bankruptcy courts across Texas and Nebraska, the Fifth and Eighth Circuit Courts of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court.

His academic credentials include:

• B.A. from Angelo State University, San Angelo, Texas (1974)
• J.D. from Texas Tech University School of Law (1977)

Professor Terrell's professional focus centers on Texas land systems and transactional law, reflected in his teaching of Texas Land Titles and Real Estate Finance courses. His practical legal experience directly informs his classroom instruction, emphasizing statutory frameworks and case precedents in property and commercial transactions.

Professional recognition includes:

• Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation

He maintains active leadership roles including service on Lubbock Abstract & Title, Inc.'s Board of Directors, past presidency of the National Ranching Heritage Center, and former membership on Texas Tech's Department of Natural Resources Management Advisory Board, demonstrating sustained institutional engagement beyond classroom responsibilities.