Young Gunner’s SCOTX Series Episode 9: A Conversation with Justice James P. Sullivan

In the final episode of our SCOTX Series , we sit down with the court’s newest justice, Justice James P. Sullivan. A graduate of Rice University and Harvard Law School, Justice Sullivan reflects on his early days as a natural debater—a trait his mother always noticed as he would constantly ask if things were “debatable” as a kid. His time as a parliamentary debater at Rice University laid the groundwork for his career in law. Justice Sullivan also shares the people who shaped his path to becoming a lawyer and how his roots in Austin run deeper than the courtroom—he was actually an extra in the cult classic Dazed and Confused ! (Yes, seriously!) This unique experience happened when he and his dad, who had built a 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge, met with the film's director, Richard Linklater, who loved the car and decided to feature it in the film. Reflecting on his role as a justice, Justice Sullivan emphasizes the importance of the oath he took, honoring the judicial branch and his duty to the people of Texas. You can access this episode and our other episodes here:

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Young Gunner’s SCOTX Series Episode 9: A Conversation with Justice James P. Sullivan is an episode from Young Gunners by Texas Young Lawyers Association.

This episode is 42:23 long.

This episode was published on May 24, 2025.

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