Parents were Paul & Virginia Mascot. Father was career Air Force Officer. Lived in CA, MA, AL, VA, HI, TX and Libya. Graduated High School in Waco, TX, 1965. Graduated from Virginia Military, Institute, 1969. Served 2 years active duty, IS Army Military Intelligence Branch and 18 years Army Reserve with rank of Lt. Colonel.
Graduated University of Texas Law School, 1975. Attorney for State of Texas 1976-2008. Private practice 2008-Present. Served on Boards of several animal rescue groups and Humane Society of Austin & Travis Co, TX.
Married to Rebecca Mascot for 30 years. Hobbies include fishing, hiking and travel.
PAST EMPLOYMENT POSITIONS
Texas Department of State Health Services, Assistant General Counsel, 2006 - 2008
Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation, Deputy Director of Legal Services, 1976 - 2006
PRO BONO ACTIVITIES
Provide legal services to Central Texas Dachshund Rescue, 2000 - 2008
Provide legal services to Humane Society of Austin & Travis County, 1995 - 1999