Dr. Randall Erben

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Randall H. Erben is an adjunct professor at the University of Texas School of Law and the College of Liberal Arts Plan II Honors Program. He has extensive experience in government legal practice, having served as legislative director for Texas Governor Greg Abbott and as assistant secretary at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. He is also a partner at Erben & Yarbrough, focusing on state and federal governmental affairs. Erben holds a J.D. from the University of Texas at Austin, where he was involved in mock trial competitions and served on the Board of Advocates. He has received several awards including the 2019 Presidential Citation from UT Austin. His contributions to legal practice and education include writing 'Texas Government Nutshell' published by West Academic Publishing. He has collaborated closely with state officials and has been recognized as a top government relations lawyer in Austin. Additionally, Erben has served on various community service boards, advocating for ethical governance and engaging with state and local interests.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Texas School of Law • Austin, TX

Teaching courses in law with a focus on governmental affairs.

Adjunct Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

University of Texas College of Liberal Arts Plan II Honors Program • Austin, TX

Engaging students in interdisciplinary studies with an emphasis on law and government.

Legislative Director

2015-01-20 — 2015-11-20

Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott • Austin, TX

Directing legislative affairs and communication between the governor's office and state legislature.

Owner, Principal, Attorney

1993-01-01 — 2014-12-31

Erben & Yarbrough • Austin, TX

Managing a law firm specializing in governmental affairs and legal consulting.

Assistant Secretary-Designate/Acting Assistant Secretary

1991-01-01 — 1992-12-31

Housing and Urban Development • Washington, D.C.

Oversaw federal grant programs for community development and housing.

Director

1989-01-01 — 1991-12-31

State of Texas Office of State-Federal Relations • Washington, D.C.

Liaising between Texas state government and federal authorities.

Assistant Secretary of State

1989-01-01 — 1991-12-31

Texas State Government • Austin, TX

Managed state electoral processes and campaign finance oversight.

Attorney

1981-01-01 — 1987-12-31

Foster, Lewis, Langley, Gardner & Banack, Incorporated • San Antonio, TX

Practiced in commercial litigation and public law.

Awards

#2019

UT Austin Presidential Citation

2019-01-01

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.