In this edition of P.S., we bring you an exclusive interview with the Texas Center for Legal Ethics’ new executive director, Brad Johnson. Johnson spoke one-on-one with The Texas Lawbook in October, when he was about four months into the job. He said he entered the helm at a significant moment for the center, which recently marked its 35th anniversary.
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Dallas PE Firm Largely Cleared in $180M Alliance of American Football Bankruptcy Case
Western District of Texas Chief U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Craig A. Gargotta issued a 199-page opinion and order Tuesday in a case he’s been presiding over for six years. He wrote that the trustee failed to prove all but one of its claims for relief and awarded just $1 in damages. “Further, there was insufficient evidence to support an award of damages or attorney’s fees in this case,” he wrote. “The result may be viewed as harsh, but it is appropriate.”
My Five Favorite Books: Dr. Bill Chriss
I have more than five favorite books. This list represents a smattering of what I have enjoyed most across different genres: ancient history, historical fiction, anti-western, philosophy and theology, and non-fiction.
Brink’s Adds Maria Fernandez as Associate General Counsel
Brink’s Chief Legal Officer Kristen Cook announced the news on LinkedIn on Monday. “Maria brings a wealth of expertise in corporate governance, M&A, finance, and securities that will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our legal and compliance functions globally,” she said.
Sheppard Mullin Grows Corporate Capabilities in Dallas
Graham McCall, who was most recently at Jackson Walker and is a former Goldman Sachs lawyer, brings private fund and alternative investment experience to Sheppard Mullin’s corporate bench.
Austin Emerging Growth/Venture Capital Partner Michelle Kwan Jumps to Jackson Walker
Kwan, who joins JW from A&O Shearman, has practiced in Austin for 30 years.
Update: Law Firms in Texas Continue Announcing Year-End Associate Bonuses
Five Texas-based law firms and number of national law firms with offices in Texas, including Sidley most recently, have announced that they are awarding their associates with year-end or holiday bonuses and special achievements ranging from $15,000 to $140,000.
Texas Solar Panel Maker Files for Bankruptcy
Houston-headquartered PosiGen and 10 of its affiliated companies filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday in the Southern District of Texas.
Litigation Roundup: Harrison County Pharma Lawsuit Nets $41.5M Settlement
In this edition of Litigation Roundup, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announces a $41.5 million settlement of one Harrison County state court lawsuit against pharmaceutical industry defendants and files another in the same venue, and a fraternity at the University of Texas at Austin draws a wrongful death lawsuit in the wake of a freshman’s death by suicide.
CDT Data: Seven Law Firms Dominate the Biggest of Megadeals
Forty-four law firms in Texas led mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures between 2018 and Sept. 30, 2025, according to Corporate Deal Tracker data released last week. But seven law firms have worked on the biggest of the megadeals.