Ryuki Hirasawa was born and raised in Lubbock, Texas. He attended Texas Tech University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He then attended the University of Mississippi School of Law and earned his Juris Doctor.

After law school, Mr. Hirasawa returned home to West Texas and began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Lubbock County. During his time as a prosecutor, he handled a wide variety of criminal cases, tried cases before judges and juries, and worked to pursue justice for victims of crime. Mr. Hirasawa later served as an Assistant County and District Attorney for Lamb County. In that role, he continued prosecuting criminal cases, while also assisting with legal matters involving Lamb County and its operations. Mr. Hirasawa then entered private practice, where he represented defendants charged with a crime. His experience on both sides of the criminal justice system gave him a valuable perspective on the law, and the challenges clients face when navigating it.

Mr. Hirasawa particularly enjoys helping clients understand complex legal issues by explaining the law, their options, and the legal process available to them in clear and practical terms. He brings a diverse legal experience, courtroom background and client-focused approach to his representation of clients.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

McWhorter, Cobb and Johnson, LLP

Associate, 2026-Present

Criminal Defense Solo Practice

July 2026 – September 2026

Assistant County & District Attorney for Lamb County

March 2026 – July 2026

Assistant District Attorney for Lubbock County

December 2023 – February 2026

EDUCATION:

University of Mississippi School of Law, Oxford, Mississippi

Juris Doctorate Degree, 2023

Texas Tech University

Bachelor of Art (Economics), 2017

LICENSES:

Supreme Court of Texas

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:

State Bar of Texas

Texas Tech School of Law American Inn of Court