Jayd has a bachelors degree in Sociology with an emphasis in Anthropology from the University of Wisconsin. Jayd also earned a Master of Arts in Behavioral Sciences from the University of Houston.  She worked as a probation officer in Brazoria County where she managed a case load of over 140 criminal offenders.  Jayd earned a Juris Doctorate from Thurgood Marshall School of Law.  While she attended law school Jayd worked as a research assistant.  In addition, Jayd was chosen by her law school and the Brazoria County District Attorneys Office to intern at the Brazoria County District Attorneys Office.  Jayd also interned for Judge May from the 149th district court. 
 
The combination of education and practical experience gives Jayd an advantage as an Attorney.  She is comfortable in a courtroom, is an efficient researcher, and possesses the people skills essential for effective negotiating.  Jayd is a tough yet reasonable professional who believes that an attorney has the responsibility to treat every case as though it were her own. 

Christian proudly served in the United States Air Force, stationed at Bitburg, Germany for four years.  After an honorable discharge, she joined the Army Reserves.  She then graduated Magna Cum Laude from Lake Superior State University with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and was inducted into Alpha Phi Sigma (National Criminal Justice Honor Society).  While completing her undergraduate course work, she was committed to volunteering in the Criminal Justice department at the college and the Alpena County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office in Alpena, Michigan.  Christian earned a Juris Doctorate from Thurgood Marshall School of Law. She also started a highly successful “Teen Court” in Alpena coordinating with the schools, attorneys, judges, and  law enforcement. 

Christian is committed personally and professionally to making our community better. She has strong family values and has a strong desire to ensure the safety and welfare of children.