By Ed Blackburn
Special to LIVE!
February 20, 2008
Don Griffis is a lawyer in San Angelo. As a matter of fact, he grew up in San Angelo, went to public schools in the city and married the girl down the street. He went off to college and learned to be a lawyer – a good one. He’s a partner with the Jackson Walker law firm.
He’s also been active in the San Angelo community, offering his time and effort with organizations ranging from the YMCA to the Boy Scouts. He contributed his leadership talent on the San Angelo City Council and the Concho Valley Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council.
Mr. Griffis is a Vietnam veteran. He was a Marine who wore two hats – one as a Legal Officer, the other as an Infantry Officer. While many served in Vietnam, only a few have written about their experiences. Don Griffis is one of those. His book is titled “Eagle Days,” and he agreed to talk with me about it and a little about himself.