J.D. Alumnus and Veteran Advocates for Military Members and Physicians
Former JAG Franklin Hopkins (J.D. '07) dedicates his career to representing service members and professional licensees in legal matters. He advocates for individuals before Administrative Separation Boards and state licensing boards, emphasizing the personal nature of legal representation.
“I like representing individuals as my clients because I think the practice of law is a people-based business,” Hopkins said. “In many cases, you are all they have advocating on their behalf.”
Hopkins applies his legal expertise to both civilian and military clients. As a principal attorney at Germer Beaman and Brown PLLC in Austin, he is board-certified in administrative law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. His practice focuses primarily on health care-related licenses, especially representing physicians before the Texas Medical Board, where he formerly served as a staff attorney.
“Because of my experience at the Texas Medical Board, I have insight into the way the board views its responsibilities and the posture they take in various enforcement actions,” he explained. “As a Medical Board Attorney, I can provide highly individualized advice to my physician clients.”
Reflecting on his education, Hopkins added, “At St. Mary’s, I gained a wider understanding of duty of service.”
Author’s summary: Franklin Hopkins leverages his JAG background and legal expertise to provide dedicated advocacy for military members and physicians, ensuring personalized legal support based on deep institutional insight.