Emma Hackney, 29—A Life of Promise Stolen by Intoxicated Driving

The city of Dallas, Texas, and its legal community are reeling from the devastating and senseless loss of Emma Hackney. Emma, a brilliant and dedicated 29-year-old attorney with Jackson Walker LLP, died tragically on Saturday evening, November 29, 2025. Her life was violently cut short around 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of Turtle Creek Boulevard and Bowen Street in the Turtle Creek neighborhood. She was a passenger in a Porsche when it was struck by a Tesla, whose driver was subsequently arrested and charged with intoxication manslaughter.

The Unjust End: A Brilliant Career and Future Erased

Emma Hackney was at the height of her professional ascent, an accomplished attorney with a boundless future ahead of her. The finality of her death—caused by the alleged reckless decision of another—is an agonizing truth for her family, friends, and colleagues. Her tragic passing serves as a harrowing reminder of the devastation caused by impaired driving. The sorrow is compounded by the knowledge that her death was utterly preventable, stealing away a life defined by sharp intellect, dedication, and the promise of greatness.

Mourning a Star: The Legal Community Grieves

The shockwaves from Emma’s death have been felt deeply within the legal world. As an attorney at Jackson Walker LLP, she was a respected and valued member of the firm, known for her commitment and professionalism. Now, the collective grief of her colleagues and the countless people she touched in her young life must turn toward ensuring justice is served. Emma Hackney will be remembered not only for her accomplishments but for the kindness and brightness she brought to every room she entered.