The 2026 Legal Professional of the Year is BEATRICE DUENEZ! According to her employer, Keil Swan, General Counsel of Lubbock Power and Light Company, Beatrice shows intuitive understanding of legal issues. She utilizes excellent logic and reasoning skills to resolve problems within the legal department. Beatrice proactively tackles problems and works toward resolution. She tirelessly takes on new tasks at work and continuously takes new opportunities to deepen her legal expertise.
Beatrice also goes above and beyond to contribute to her community through her involvement with South Plains Food Bank, Lubbock Impact, and United We Read.
Beatrice joined the National Association for Legal Professionals as a student in the Legal Studies Program with South Plains College in 2018. After graduation, she joined Lubbock Legal Professional Association and our tri-level organization in March 2024. She is the President-Elect for Lubbock LPA for 2025-2026.
Beatrice stated in her application for LPY that she loves being part of a profession where organization, service, and community impact come together every day.
CONGRATULATIONS TO BEATRICE DUENEZ, Texas ALP’s 2026 Legal Professional of the Year!
