BIOGRAPHY

Ger’Kayla Tunley, a dedicated Juris Doctor Candidate at the University of Tulsa College of Law, is poised to graduate in May 2024. Hailing from Tulsa, she initially pursued her undergraduate studies at a small college in Kansas, where she excelled both academically and athletically. As a former collegiate athlete, Kayla brings a competitive edge and strong work ethic to her legal pursuits. Alongside her studies, she has held notable leadership roles, including President of the Black Law Students Association and Secretary & Chair of the DEI Committee for the Student Bar Association. She has also served as Executive Editor for the ABA Environmental, Energy, and Resources Law: Year in Review.    

Her professional journey includes enriching experiences such as serving as a Legal Extern at The Williams Companies, Inc., where she gained valuable insights into legal research and litigation strategies. Additionally, Kayla has contributed her skills to public service as a Legal Extern at Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma. As a Summer Associate at Johnson|Cephas Law, PLLC, she honed her legal acumen through research and drafting pleadings across various legal areas. With a solid academic foundation, diverse experiences, and a golf coaching career, Kayla is well-equipped to thrive in the legal profession, given her strong interest in environmental justice. She currently works as a law clerk and will join our law firm as an attorney upon graduation and her attorney licensure.