Baylor Law School Mourns the Passing of Professor Emeritus Louis Muldrow

Baylor Law School is deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Emeritus Louis S. Muldrow, who died on February 17, 2025, at the age of 92. A prominent figure in the central Texas legal community, Muldrow dedicated nearly 20 years to shaping Baylor Lawyers through his leadership of the acclaimed Practice Court Program as the Leon Jaworski Professor of Practice and Procedure. Muldrow was also distinguished as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, a testament to his outstanding skills and dedication in the legal field.

“Professor Muldrow was my Practice Court professor. Like many from my generation of Baylor Lawyers, I owe any courage or resilience I possess to him. He taught us grace under pressure,” said Dean Jeremy Counseller. “Louis Muldrow transformed us by instilling the belief that we could achieve more than we thought possible. I cannot imagine a finer legacy for a law professor.”

Muldrow had a profound and enduring impact on Baylor Law School. He joined the Law School faculty in 1981 after a notable career as a trial lawyer at Naman, Howell, Smith, Lee & Muldrow. In 1983, he was appointed Director of the Practice Court Program. Under his visionary leadership, the Law School undertook a comprehensive revision and modernization of the program. Through his work inside and outside the classroom, Muldrow’s mentorship and guidance prepared countless Baylor lawyers for the demands and realities of legal practice. Recognizing his substantial contributions and commitment to excellence in legal training, he was honored as the Baylor Lawyer of the Year in 2000.

Born in Center, Texas, in 1932, Muldrow’s path to law was shaped by a strong sense of duty and perseverance. After earning degrees from Baylor University and Texas Tech University, he served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. He then entered Baylor Law School, graduating first in his class, with honors, in 1958, serving as the Editor of the Baylor Law Review.

One of Muldrow’s longtime colleagues, Professor Gerald Powell, reflected on his impact: “Louis Muldrow would recite Robert Frost’s verse about the road less traveled and make you wish you were a bold wayfarer in life. With a sigh, he knew it would make all the difference in you.”

Beyond his career in law, Louis was a passionate outdoorsman, photographer, and history enthusiast. He loved traveling, especially to Scotland and Ireland, and cherished his time in nature, from birdwatching at his farm to visiting the mountains of Red River, New Mexico. Louis also enjoyed listening to music, watching soccer, and reading multiple history books simultaneously, showcasing his deep curiosity and love for life beyond his work. Above all, he cherished his family, including his children and grandchildren, who were his greatest pride.

Muldrow’s passing marks the end of an era for Baylor Law School, but his legacy lives on in the countless students he mentored and his profound impact on the legal profession. 

Baylor Law School extends its deepest condolences to Muldrow’s family, friends, and the many Baylor Lawyers shaped by his guidance and wisdom.

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