Judge Parrish attended Lubbock Christian University and Texas Tech University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and is a graduate of the Texas Tech School of Law. He is licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of Texas. Judge Parrish practiced in the areas of Wills and Probates, Guardianships, Contracts, Oil and Gas, Business, Public and Constitutional Law.

Judge Parrish was elected Lubbock County Judge in 2018, serving as the probate, guardianship, and mental health judge for Lubbock County, as well as performing administrative duties with the Commissioners Court. A graduate of Texas Tech School of Law, Judge Parrish has expertise in Wills and Probates, Guardianships, Estate Planning, Business, Public and Constitutional Law. He served as legislative aide to former State Senator Robert Duncan and was the committee clerk for the Juvenile Justice and Family Issues Committee of the Texas House of Representatives. 

Judge Parrish was the co-host for the former “West Texas Today” radio show. On air, he provided conservative legal analysis on local, state and federal current events.

Judge Parrish was the long-time public address announcer for Red Raider Football. He also announced numerous other Red Raider sports including baseball, basketball and soccer.

Judge Parrish has always been active in the Lubbock community, having worked with and served on the boards of several organizations, including Civic Lubbock, Inc., Lubbock United Neighborhood Association, and The Salvation Army of Lubbock. He also had an active part in establishing the Buddy Holly Museum and was an integral part of the Buddy Holly Walk of Fame for many years.

Judge Parrish and his wife Brenda have four children and four grandchildren. They are members of the Broadway Church of Christ where he and his family are active in family ministries. Judge Parrish also sings with the Praise and Worship team.