Veteran Jackson Walker Partner Selected to Lead Dallas CASA
Kathleen LaValle is taking on leadership of the nonprofit during a $37 million fundraising campaign.
Coffee with Squire Patton Boggs: Merger Means “Getting to Know Each Other” in Texas
Squire Patton Boggs doesn’t roll off the tongue quite yet, but leaders in the newly merged firm's Dallas and Houston offices say the combining of their forces is going very well. The Texas Lawbook takes a peek inside.
Hilda Galvan Named Dallas Partner-in-Charge at Jones Day
Galvan is the second Hispanic woman to be partner-in-charge of one of Jones Day's Texas office. The first is her predecessor, Pat Villareal.
Gaining a Competitive Edge in Hiring
Whether it is an employers’ or employees’ market, there is always competition for the strongest candidates in the job market. In a tight labor market, it is even more critical to have a candidate-friendly hiring process.
Stephen Porter Settling in as New GC at Mortgage Contracting Services
Stephen Porter told his partners at Barrett Daffin last fall that he planned to retire at the end of the year after 23 years at the Addison-based law firm, but the retirement only lasted a few days. Porter discusses his first six months as general counsel at Mortgage Contracting Services and what he is seeking in outside counsel.
Holland & Knight Launches Austin Office
The Austin office opening is the Tampa, Fla.-based firm's second debut on Texas soil.
Holland & Knight Launches Austin Office
The Austin office opening is the Tampa, Fla.-based firm's second debut on Texas soil.
Prominent Beaumont ADR Attorney Inducted as a Texas Legal Legend
Managing shareholder Bob Black of MehaffyWeber was inducted Friday into the Texas Legal Legends during the State Bar of Texas’ annual meeting.
Kelly Hart Opens New Orleans Office
Oil and gas legacy litigation expert Loulan Pitre, Jr. will lead the Fort Worth-based firm’s first office outside of Texas.
Kelly Hart Partner Recognized for Pro Bono Efforts
Shauna Wright was recently named the winner of the State Bar of Texas’ 2014 Pro Bono Coordinator Award.
Greenberg Snags James Leahy, Four Others for Houston Office
Leahy, a former fullback for the Texas Longhorns and long-time energy trial lawyer, has moved his legal practice from Locke Lord to Greenberg Traurig in Houston.
DISD Students Participate in T&K Annual Mock Trial Event
More than 50 students from Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings’ Rising Star Council and DISD High Schools participated in this year’s T&K Trial Academy.