Attorney Elizabeth Parmer

Meet Attorney Elizabeth Parmer of Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC. With over 30 years of success in complex litigation, Elizabeth Parmer is Fort Worth’s foremost authority in divorce and family law. Her distinguished legacy in trial and jury mastery led her to the Mark Childress Law Firm as Senior Lead Litigator, where she serves as first-chair counsel on select high-stakes cases, where every decision can impact family legacies, business empires, and personal reputations. Together, their litigation leadership transforms risk into strategic advantage, representing entrepreneurs, executives, professional athletes, and individuals with sophisticated assets and estates in divorce cases where the courtroom is the only option.

Launching her career as a personal injury attorney, Elizabeth gained invaluable jury trial experience under the mentorship of some of the state’s most formidable trial lawyers. Having personally led over 200 trials before judges and juries, she built a solid foundation to establish and lead her own firm, The Law Offices of Elizabeth Parmer, a premier family law practice specializing in $20,000,000+ estate divisions and high-conflict family law litigation. In parallel with running her firm, Elizabeth served for 15 years as managing attorney of a team at a prominent joint venture, where she handled multifaceted real estate tax contracts and cases, advancing her expertise in serving clients with complex financial and legal needs.

Elizabeth is the litigator trusted by family attorneys across the state, who rely on her expertise for their most complex jury work. Renowned for her courtroom mastery, she empowers discerning attorneys and firms by providing exceptional jury representation and strategic, bespoke courtroom support. Whether advocating for executives, entrepreneurs, or parents fighting to protect their children in a relentless and unforgiving system, she brings unmatched intensity and unwavering resolve, relentlessly championing the justice and outcomes her clients rightfully deserve.

Her distinguished academic journey began at the esteemed Yale University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in History with Honors. At Yale, she excelled academically, and her exceptional leadership on the Women’s Rugby Team led her to serve as Captain in her senior year. She then went on to complete her Juris Doctorate at the University of Texas in 1992, where she was awarded the prestigious American Jurisprudence Award for Legislation and Conflicts of Law. Within just two months of starting her career, she successfully completed her first jury trial, an early milestone marking the beginning of her renowned litigation career and her leadership in the legal industry.

Born into a legacy of public service, Elizabeth’s Fort Worth roots run deep. As the daughter of Hugh Parmer, former mayor, state senator, and a globally respected political strategist, she was shaped by a front-row seat to leadership, diplomacy, and the civic forces that influence both local and global communities

Elizabeth lives with her husband, James Hinkle, the renowned artist and Hall of Fame guitarist. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with James, their daughter Claire Hinkle, an emerging young artist earning distinction on the national music stage, and their two beloved pit bull mix rescue dogs. Deeply committed to her community, she also volunteers with organizations that uplift and support local families, including the Jingle Bell Jam, the annual benefit concert for Women’s Haven of Tarrant County.

Bar Admissions

• Texas, admitted 1993

Education

• University of Texas, JD – 1992
  • American Jurisprudence Award, Legislation and Conflicts of Law
• Yale University, BA – 1989
  • Graduated with Honors
  • Yale Women’s Rugby Team, Captain

Community Involvement

• Board of Directors, Forestar Group, Inc. (2022–Present) Provide strategic oversight and governance for a publicly traded real estate and natural resources company operating in 65 markets across 24 states, ensuring decisions prioritize sustainable growth and uphold the company’s commitment to its community and stakeholders.
• Board Member, Dayna’s Footprints (2019–Present) Champion the mission to provide new shoes to underserved children, helping improve their health, comfort, and self-esteem, while supporting the organization’s growth through strategic guidance and fundraising efforts
• Donations & Sponsorships Chair, Jingle Bell Jam (1996–Present) Manage corporate and community sponsorships, and secure donations to support ongoing fundraising for the annual event benefiting Women’s Haven of Tarrant County, empowering survivors of domestic violence.