On Monday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the appointment of Aaron Nielson, a law professor at Brigham Young University, as the state’s next Solicitor General, according to Bloomberg Law.
Nielson is stepping into the shoes of Judd Stone, the former Solicitor General who left the office last month to establish his private practice. Having previously been a partner at the reputable law firm, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Nielson brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new position.
Upon the announcement, Paxton expressed his pleasure at welcoming Nielson to the position. “In this position, he will lead the critical appellate work for some of our most significant, far-reaching cases,” Paxton stated. He also highlighted Nielson’s well-respected standing within the legal community and testament to his “virtually unmatched” talent and expertise. Paxton concluded his announcement by stating Aaron will be a “tremendous asset” to the appellate leadership in their agency and the state.