Academic Leadership and Legal Education
Demetria’s academic credentials reinforce her leadership in the legal profession. She currently serves as a Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Houston Law Center, teaching Federal Courts, Torts, and Prisoners’ Rights. Her past role as Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion at the University of Memphis School of Law highlights her ability to drive institutional change, secure impactful grants, and develop nationally recognized student success programs.
Her thought leadership extends into legal publishing, with a forthcoming book, Culturally Proficient Lawyering (Carolina Academic Press, 2025), that addresses bias and cultural competency in legal practice.
Houston Civil Rights Attorney and Community Advocate
As a Houston civil rights attorney, Demetria actively contributes to the advancement of justice both in and outside the courtroom. Her service includes positions with the Memphis Bar Association’s Diversity & Outreach Committee and the Shelby Countywide Juvenile Justice Consortium. Her work consistently reflects a passion for equity, reform, and inclusive representation.
Education and Mentorship
Demetria earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law and graduated cum laude from the University of Houston with a B.A. in Political Science and Communications. She continues to mentor young attorneys, lead professional service initiatives, and advocate for community-focused reforms in criminal justice and education.
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Whether representing clients in civil litigation or advising on complex legal strategy, Demetria approaches every case with clarity, compassion, and commitment.
If you need a skilled and empathetic advocate in your civil rights or personal injury matter, contact Roberts Markland LLP to schedule a consultation with Demetria D. Frank.
