GableGotwals Welcomes Nine Summer Associates

July 6, 2026 | GableGotwals is pleased to welcome nine law students to its six-week Summer Associate Program, two of whom spent last summer with the Firm. Each summer, GableGotwals hosts 1L and 2L students who gain valuable experience alongside our attorneys through hands-on legal work, exposure to a broad range of practice areas, and meaningful opportunities to connect with our team and culture.

“We are thrilled to welcome these law students for the second half of the summer,” said Jake Krattiger, Vice President of Talent & Development. “This program gives students the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in a law firm while developing professionally and gaining valuable insight into the practice of law.”

Meet our six-week summer associates:

Lily Grace Battles – 1L, University of Oklahoma College of Law, Tulsa Office  
Lily Grace Battles earned her Bachelor of Arts in Letters, with a minor in Spanish, from the University of Oklahoma, graduating summa cum laude. During her undergraduate studies, she was a member of Phi Kappa Phi, the Pre Law Scholars program, the Honors College, and the President’s Leadership Class, and she served as the George Lynn Cross Pre Law Academic Chair. Lily Grace also participated in the Society of Fellows, the Institute for the American Constitutional Heritage, and Kappa Alpha Theta. At the University of Oklahoma College of Law, she has received the American Jurisprudence Award in Legal Research, earned a Top 16 finish in the Whitten Burrage Negotiations Competition, and serves as the Federal Bar Association 1L Representative. She is also a member of the Native American Law Student Association and the Oklahoma International Law Society. In addition, Lily Grace served as a Copy Editor for the OU Daily. Her professional experience includes serving as a Public Policy Fellow with the Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness and as a Legal Intern with Williams Velie Attorneys at Law, PLLC. Lily Grace is bilingual in Spanish. Lily Grace enjoys running, trying new restaurants, traveling, reading, crossword puzzles, and documentaries.

Claire Heffley – 2L, University of Arkansas School of Law, Oklahoma City Office       
Claire Heffley earned her Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and French from Harding University, graduating magna cum laude, and later completed a Master of Arts in Linguistics and Social Practice at the University of Colorado Boulder. Following her 1L year, she spent the summer in Florence, Italy at Gonzaga University School of Law, where she completed an International Law program and received a CALI Award for Environment and Human Rights. At the University of Arkansas School of Law, Claire is active in the Women’s Law Student Association as Special Events Chair and in the Environmental Law Society, and she earned a CALI Award for Legal Research and Writing II Top Appellate Brief. Her prior experience includes several years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteer with CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties, three years as an Associate Real Estate Broker in Denver, and clerkships with Wright Lindsey Jennings in Little Rock, AR, and Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates and Woodyard in Rogers, AR. Claire enjoys being outdoors, whether fishing, snowboarding, camping, checking out a new brewery patio, or attending live sporting events.

Beckham King – 2L, Oklahoma City University School of Law, Oklahoma City Office
Beckham King earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from the University of Central Oklahoma. He worked at Oaktree National Golf Club in Edmond for six years, developing strong relationships with club members, providing customized service, and assisting with training and onboarding new staff. Beckham also volunteered with elementary and middle school students at Crossings Community Church and was involved with the UCO Baptist Collegiate Ministry. He is a returning Summer Associate, having spent last summer at GableGotwals. Beckham has received two CALI Awards for Legislation and Regulation and Civil Practice and Procedure I, and he is an active member of the Christian Legal Society at OCU Law. Beckham enjoys golfing, playing basketball, reading theology, and exploring local coffee shops.

Giorgia Medows – 1L, The University of Tulsa College of Law, Tulsa Office 
Giorgia Medows earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Texas Christian University, graduating magna cum laude with a minor in Finance. While at TCU, she was a member of the TCU Equestrian Team. She served as a Risk Intern at Phelps County Bank, where she developed credit risk analysis spreadsheets for current and prospective loan customers using tax return data and Excel, and conducted demographic research to support potential market expansion. Giorgia also previously worked as a Law Clerk Intern, drafting notices, pleadings, and complaints, and handling professional communications with current and prospective clients. Giorgia actively participates in the TU College of Law’s Business Law Club and Christian Legal Society. Giorgia enjoys working out, baking, and spending time with her dog.

Lauren Meyers – 2L, Texas A&M University School of Law, Tulsa Office
Lauren Meyers earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, with a minor in Philosophy, from Davidson College, graduating magna cum laude. She was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and Pi Sigma Alpha and served as captain of the varsity cheerleading team. At Texas A&M University School of Law, Lauren is a staff member of the Texas A&M Law Review and has excelled in Legal Research and Writing. Her professional experience includes serving as a Teaching Assistant at Davidson College, Assistant Editor-in-Chief at Study Breaks Magazine, and an English Language Assistant with the North American Language and Culture Assistants Program in Valencia, Spain. Lauren has also worked as an Administrative Intern with the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Oklahoma and as a summer associate with McAfee and Taft. Lauren enjoys running, pickleball, traveling, watching sports, and spending time with family and friends.

Lainey Morrow – 2L, University of Oklahoma College of Law, Oklahoma City Office   
Lainey Morrow earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, graduating magna cum laude. She played collegiate basketball for three years and served as team captain for two of those years. While at USAO, she was a Bill and Pat Smith Scholar Athlete and a member of the Hypatia Honors Society. At the University of Oklahoma College of Law, Lainey is a member of the Phi Delta Phi Honors Society and the Organization for the Advancement of Women in Law, serves as Secretary of the First-Generation Law Students group, and is a candidate member of the Oil and Gas, Natural Resources, and Energy Journal. She was also recognized as a Sweet Sixteen honoree in the Whitten Burrage Negotiations Competition. Lainey’s experience includes summer internships as a Multi-Banker and Trust Intern with First National Bank and Trust Company and as a Legal Intern with Helms Law Firm in Oklahoma City. Lainey enjoys hiking, baking, traveling, and playing basketball.

Zach Schmit – 1L, Oklahoma City University School of Law, Oklahoma City Office     
Zach Schmit earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Oklahoma, graduating summa cum laude. He was a member of the OU football team as a walk-on kicker and three-year starter, a William V. Campbell Trophy semifinalist, and a three-time All-Big 12 Academic First Team honoree. Zach was also involved with the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and was recognized as a Chemical Engineering Program Excellence Scholar. He is currently pursuing his MBA at the University of Oklahoma while also working toward his J.D. Zach is a Hatton Sumners Scholar, and his experience includes internships with Valero Energy Corporation and the Oklahoma County District Attorney’s Office. He also served for several years as an assistant at Kohl’s Kicking Camps. Zach enjoys watching sports and movies, playing video games, spending time with family, and playing soccer.

Lacey Walsh – 1L, University of Oklahoma College of Law, Oklahoma City Office      
Lacey Walsh earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics from the United States Naval Academy, graduating with merit and being named to the Superintendent’s List. She was a member of the Navy Women’s Rugby team. At the University of Oklahoma College of Law, Lacey has received the American Jurisprudence Award for Highest Grade in Torts and serves as a Dean’s Leadership Fellow. She is also a member of the Technology and Legal Information Society and Phi Alpha Delta. Lacey’s professional background includes service in the United States Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer aboard the USS Stockdale and as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Student and Nuclear Engineer Officer. Her military honors include the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. She has also worked as a Mathematics Instructor at Booker T. Washington High School in Tulsa Public Schools. Lacey enjoys reading fantasy books, running, weightlifting, yoga, cooking, and baking, watching educational documentaries, listening to Taylor Swift, and spending time with her GSD, Barbara.

Alexis White – 2L, Oklahoma City University School of Law, Oklahoma City Office     
Alexis White earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Oklahoma, graduating with honors on the President’s Honor Roll and earning a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations with a minor in Spanish and Portuguese. From 2022 to 2024, she worked as a Public Information Officer for the District 21 District Attorney’s Office, where she developed and distributed press releases on significant cases and legal issues, managed public engagement initiatives, and conceptualized, wrote, and designed an annual publication. Alexis is a returning Summer Associate, having spent last summer at GableGotwals. She also serves as a Youth Small Group Leader at her church and is fluent in Spanish. Alexis is a Hatton Sumners Scholar and has received several law school honors, including a CALI Award for Legal Research and Writing. She is a member of the Federal Bar Association and the Christian Legal Society. Alexis enjoys running, reading, traveling, exploring new restaurants, and working on puzzles.

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