In this week’s column, Gray Reed honors the legacy of James “Jim” McGraw, a founding partner and a beloved University of Houston Law Center alumnus, through the firm’s creation of a $50,000 endowed scholarship. We also spotlight volunteers from Greenberg Traurig’s Dallas office who packed over 100,000 meals to help feed children in Haiti. Also, the Texas Access to Justice Commission has announced this year’s Deborah G. Hankinson Award winners, recognizing local bar and young lawyer organizations for their commitment to expanding access to justice. Finally, Spanish-speaking lawyers or assistants are sought for a Houston volunteer opportunity and tickets and sponsorships are still available for a Casino Night benefitting the San Antonio Legal Services Association.
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Gray Reed Continues C-Suite Expansion
Brandon Meek has joined the 150-lawyer firm as chief marketing officer. The move is Gray Reed’s second C-suite addition this summer.
Blackstone to Buy Irving Electrical Services Company for $1.6B
The deal for Shermco, advised by Vinson & Elkins and Kirkland & Ellis, is the latest in a slew of electric power, HVAC and water services acquisitions aimed at data center infrastructure support.
Can Noncompete Agreements Be Antitrust Heroes?
Noncompete agreements have been cast as an antitrust villain, with plaintiffs filing numerous high-profile lawsuits across the country — and winning. But is there an argument to be made that noncompetes support competition?
Chief Judge O’Connor to Lead Northern District Court, Judge Godbey Moves to Senior Status
Chief Judge Reed O’Connor assumed his new role on Monday. Judge David Godbey served in that role for three years and will take senior status next month.
ModivCare Hires Latham, Hunton AK to Lead Chapter 11
A Denver-based medical transportation company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the Southern District of Texas stating the court restructuring is “intended to strengthen its financial foundation while continuing to provide access to care, reduce costs, and improve outcomes for clients and members nationwide.” Citing more than 25,000 creditors and $1 billion to $10 billion in financial liabilities, ModivCare Inc. and 70 of its affiliated businesses hired Latham & Watkins and Hunton Andrews Kurth as its lead legal advisors for the restructuring.
Fortune 150 E-Commerce Company Taps Lynn Pinker Partner to Lead Litigation
Greg Brassfield is moving to Seoul to be Coupang’s deputy general counsel of litigation. “But for my time at LPHS, where I have had meaningful opportunities early in my career, I don’t think I am qualified for this position,” he told The Lawbook.
My Five Favorite Books: Dana Collins (Litigation Counsel at Raytheon)
My list starts with a professional read for every attorney or negotiator and finishes with Ron Chernow’s telling of President Ulysses S. Grant’s unique genius, powered by his astounding 20-cigar-a-day habit.
Editor’s note: The Texas Lawbook is pleased to offer this new column in partnership with Texas-based Half Price Books sharing our readers’ favorite reads.
Munsch Hardt’s Summer Surge: New Faces, New Practices
Over the last two months, the firm has added six lawyers, launched two practices, and appointed new leaders.
Healthcare Deal Pro Joins Wick Phillips
Rachael Nelson Gearing has left healthcare law firm Weaver Johnston & Nelson for Wick Phillips.