Texas Appellate Justice Joins Gray Reed
Justice Jim Moseley, who has served on Texas’ Fifth District Court of Appeals for 18 years, will join Gray Reed & McGraw where he will chair the appellate section.
Lawyer Climbs Ultimate Slippery Slope
When Houston attorney Glenn Legge and his wife tried rock climbing on a Colorado vacation, the litigator was told he might be better suited to ice climbing. Some 15 years and many frozen waterfalls later, the Legge, Farrow partner likens the challenging sport to arguing before the Supreme Court of Texas—you’ve got to anticipate unanticipated developments.
Gardere Solidifies Mexico Presence with New Subsidiary
The office formerly was structured as a joint venture with lawyers from Mexico City-based Arena y Asociados.
Hugh Tanner Becomes Second MP of Morgan Lewis’ Houston Office
Oil and gas litigation partner Hugh Tanner became the office’s second managing partner July 1.
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.