(June 2) – John Attanasio, during his final few hours Friday evening as dean of SMU’s Dedman School of Law, gave an exclusive interview to The Texas Lawbook about his 15 years at SMU, the law school’s accomplishments during his tenure, his ouster as dean and what comes next for him. Hint: no one was more surprised than him.
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The unrelated departures have the SEC scrambling to fill the two critical leadership positions at a time when the agency’s Fort Worth office is handling several high-profile matters.
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V&E and Polsinelli Advise on St. Luke’s Hospital Deal
The Episcopal Diocese of Texas has completed its transfer of St. Luke’s Health System to Catholic Health Initiatives
V&E and Polsinelli Advise on St. Luke’s Hospital Deal
The Episcopal Diocese of Texas has completed its transfer of St. Luke’s Health System to Catholic Health Initiatives
SEC Chief Trial Counsel Joins Kelly Hart
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Lubbock Firm Celebrates Big Milestone
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Fulbright Partner Linda Addison Named 2013 UT Distinguished Alumnus
Each year, six alumni from the University of Texas are honored for distinguishing themselves professionally and through service to the University with the Distinguished Alumnus Award, the highest alumni award.
The Fifth Circuit’s Top Five Decisions So Far in 2013
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Austin Industries Names D. Steven Henry New Chief Legal Officer
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