Carl E. Ryan is a lawyer specializing in estate planning, probate and trust matters, gift and estate tax planning and exempt organizations, foundations and related charitable issues. Carl is a graduate of Sul Ross State University. He is actively engaged in various community organizations, including the Board of Visitors, University of Texas McDonald Observatory, and the Judd Foundation, where he serves as Director and Secretary. Carl is a long-time landowner and owns and operates a ranch in Jeff Davis County in the heart of the Davis Mountains.