Senator, U.S. Senate — Elected position (2013–current)
Partner, Morgan, Lewis, & Bockius LLP (2008–2013)
Adjunct professor, University of Texas School of Law (2004–2009)
Solicitor general, State of Texas — Appointed position (2003–2008)
Director, Office of Policy Planning, Federal Trade Commission (2001–2003)
Coordinator, Department of Justice, Bush-Cheney Transition Team (2000–2001)
Associate deputy attorney general, U.S. Department of Justice (2001–2001)