(DALLAS) – Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, P.C.'s (Munsch Hardt) is pleased to announce seven J.D. candidates recently joined the Firm’s 2025 Summer Associate Program. For the second consecutive year, the Firm welcomes an all-female summer associate class consisting of talented rising legal professionals from law schools across the country.
Each summer, Munsch Hardt opens its doors to a cohort of rising 3Ls, offering them a front-row seat to sophisticated, live-client matters spanning across multiple practice areas and office locations. Selected from the very top of their law school classes, these summer associates immerse themselves in the pace and rigor of a business-focused firm, all while paired with two dedicated mentors who provide individualized guidance and candid career insight. The program equips each participant with the practical skills and professional relationships essential to launching a thriving legal career.
Talia Elliott: Litigation (Dallas)
Talia is a JD candidate at Washington and Lee University School of Law. This summer, she will work with the Firm’s Litigation practice. She is a Lead Articles Editor at the Washington and Lee Law Review, a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, on the Moot Court Executive Board and was the Fundraising and Merchandising Chair for the Women Law Students Organization. Talia was a finalist in the John W. Davis Appellate Advocacy Competition and Semifinalist in the Robert J. Grey Negotiations Competition. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Bradley University in philosophy with minors in chemistry and legal studies, business law and ethics.
Hannah Goff: Litigation (Dallas)
Hannah is a JD candidate at the University of Oklahoma College of Law. This summer, she will work with the Firm’s Litigation practice. Hannah is involved with Law Review, where she serves as the Outreach Editor and Chair of the Judiciary Committee. She is the President of the OU Law Federal Bar Association and the founding president of Parents at Law School. Hannah earned her bachelor’s degree in criminology from Louisiana State University-Alexandria.
Rachel Robinson: Real Estate (Dallas)
Rachel is a JD candidate at SMU Dedman School of Law. This summer, she will work with the Firm’s Real Estate practice. Rachel was a Student Bar Association 1L Mentor and placed 4th overall in the 2023 Board of Advocates On-Campus Negotiations Competition. She also serves as the president of SMU’s If/When/How organization. Rachel earned her bachelor’s degree in political science and international affairs from the University of Georgia.
Olivia Simpson: Litigation (Dallas)
Olivia is a JD candidate at SMU Dedman School of Law. This summer, she will work with the Firm’s Litigation practice. She currently supports the Dallas Young Lawyer’s Association: Aid to Homeless Committee and is an active USA Gymnastics Trampoline and Tumbling Technical Committee National Athlete Representative. Olivia earned her bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University, where she was a pre-law program ambassador.
Maria Chammas: Corporate (Houston)
Maria is a JD candidate at South Texas College of Law Houston. She graduates in May 2026. This summer, she will work with the Firm’s Corporate practice. She is the recipient of the Dean’s Merit Scholarship as well as the CALI Excellence for the Future award. She also serves on the South Texas Law Review and is a member of the First-Generation Law Student Association. Maria earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism and fashion media with minors in French and European Studies from SMU.
Shaina Escobedo: Corporate (Houston)
Shaina is currently a JD candidate at the University of Houston Law Center. She graduates in May 2026. This summer, she will work with the Firm’s Corporate practice. She is on the Dean’s List and is a member of The Advocates. In addition, she was a semi-finalist in the Hippard Open Mock Trial Competition while also serving as an assistant director of university marketing for the University of Houston. Shaina earned her bachelor’s degree in business marketing from Lamar University.
Taylor Knight: Litigation (Houston)
Taylor is currently a JD candidate at Texas A&M University School of Law and is on the Dean’s List. She graduates in May 2026. Taylor is on the Moot Court Advocacy team, the Note and Comment editor for the Journal of Property Law Board, as well as an academic support teaching assistant and member of the Dallas Bar Association Aggie Bar Association. This summer, she will work with the Firm’s Litigation practice. Taylor earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Texas at Austin.