Ericksen had become a go-to deal lawyer at Baker Botts, where he started his career and made partner in 2014. The new White & Case partner had an active 2020.
Dykema Taps Dallas Leader for National Recruiting Role
Chris Kratovil dishes about Dykema’s growth plans, his favorite interview question and a decision he made in a “fit of clinical insanity.”
Kirkland Builds on Strength, Adds Former Baker Botts Debt Finance Partner
Kirkland chairman Jon Ballis called Rachael Lichman, who had a prolific 2020, a “rising star”.
Houston Energy Transactions Partner Leaves Hogan Lovells for Womble
José Luis Vittor co-led the oil and gas practice at Hogan Lovells and brings deep Latin American expertise.
Former DOJ Environmental Lawyer Rejoins Hicks Thomas
Firm leader John Thomas said Eric Grant will be an “enormous asset” to firm clients as they prepare for the Biden Administration’s energy and environmental efforts.
Polsinelli Dallas MP Brian Bullard, One Year on the Job
As Polsinelli nears its 10-year anniversary in Dallas, The Texas Lawbook caught up with Dallas office managing partner Brian Bullard to reflect on his first year leading the office in what was a truly historic and turbulent first 12 months.
Shearman Signs Houston Capital Markets Partner from Jones Day
Bill Nelson, head of Shearman & Sterling’s Texas offices, said the new addition fits the firm’s long-term strategy in the state. The lateral hire comes one year after Shearman picked up a trio of Jones Day dealmakers in Dallas.
Former Head of NRF’s U.S. O&G Practice Joins Baker Botts
Julie Mayo said she was attracted to Baker Botts’ track record in the energy sector and “thought-leadership-focused approach” to energy transition issues.
Baker Botts Makes Restructuring, Environmental Adds
The firm is gearing up to ride the wave of bankruptcy filings in the Southern District of Texas and to prepare for environmental issues to take center stage under the Biden Administration.
Simpson Thacher Picks Up Deal Partner from V&E
Simpson Thacher’s new Houston partner was co-lead in one of The Texas Lawbook’s Top 10 deals in Texas for 2019.