Magistrate Judge Koenig became one of the Northern District of Texas’ Magistrate Judges in 1998. Born in San Antonio, Texas, Judge Koenig graduated from the University of Texas at Austin (with a B.A.) in 1972, and received her Master’s degree, also from the University of Texas at Austin, in 1975. She received her Juris Doctor degree from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1982.
After graduating from law school, Judge Koenig clerked for the Honorable Halbert O. Woodward, who was then Chief Judge of the Northern District of Texas. She previously served as the Assistant General Counsel of the State Bar of Texas (from 1983-1984), and, thereafter, was an Assistant United States Attorney (from 1984-1998). The Department of Justice has recognized Judge Koenig with special achievement awards, and the Executive Office for United States Attorneys has recognized Judge Koenig with a special commendation award.
Judge Koenig’s chambers are in Lubbock, Texas.