H.R. No. 334
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The year 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the
founding of Underwood Law Firm of Amarillo; and
WHEREAS, This notable institution was established by Robert
E. "Judge" Underwood, who studied at The University of Texas and
taught school in Jack County before pursuing a legal career; and
WHEREAS, Following his move to Amarillo in 1906,
Mr. Underwood served as Potter County attorney and helped found the
local bar association; he further distinguished himself as chair of
the committee that drafted the first Amarillo city charter, and in
1912 he started his own law firm, which was originally known as
R. E. Underwood; and
WHEREAS, Through the decades, the practice has undergone more
than a dozen title changes, but remaining consistent have been the
Underwood name and a tradition of accomplished legal service;
today, the firm maintains offices in Lubbock, Hereford, and Pampa
in addition to its home city of Amarillo; and
WHEREAS, Independent businesses that build a record of
dependability and longevity are to be commended for the vital role
they play in furthering the prosperity of the Lone Star State, and
it is a pleasure to recognize Underwood Law Firm as it celebrates
its centennial; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby honor the Underwood Law Firm on the 100th
anniversary of its founding and that all those associated with the
practice be extended sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Underwood Law Firm as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 334 was adopted by the House on
February 18, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House