Workplace design trends in the legal industry identified prior to the pandemic will continue accelerating and in a more impactful way than ever before, according to the findings of a new survey by global architecture and design firm Gensler. Kenneth Wiesehuegel, studio director in Gensler’s Houston office and regional leader for professional service firms, shares specifics with The Lawbook.
Doing Well by Doing Good: Make Pro Bono Work a Win-Win
Developing new relationships and honing your skills are just two benefits these Greenberg Traurig shareholders say attorneys can reap by integrating pro bono into their lives.
Three Key Things to Know about WDTX Patent Litigation
In the two years since Judge Alan Albright took the bench, the Western District of Texas has risen to one of the busiest courts in the country for patent litigation. With approximately 20% of all new patent cases now being filed in Waco, it is important to understand key procedures and trends that will impact your case in this latest patent litigation hot bed, whether as a plaintiff or a defendant.
Managing ESG Risks through the Energy Downturn
At a time when the energy industry is facing a “perfect storm” boards and executives are grappling with evolving expectations regarding ESG-related performance and disclosures. Sidley partner Heather Palmer weighs in with considerations on the implications of a Biden presidency.
Telehealth Expansion During the Covid-19 Pandemic: What’s the Path Forward for Telehealth?
Greenberg Traurig attorneys discuss the increased use of telehealth during the pandemic, why such increased use didn’t happen sooner and anticipated future developments in telehealth policy.
I Wish I Could Thank Them All
A letter from a Sears, Roebuck & Co. manager to the U.S. Border Patrol in 1955 was a life changer for Porter Hedges partner Ephraim del Pozo’s family. The former president of the the Mexican American Bar Association of Houston shares the story with The Lawbook.
This story is part of a special series for Hispanic Heritage Month and is published outside of our paywall courtesy of Androvett Legal Media & Marketing.
Embracing My Roots and Heritage
Jackson Walker attorney Josué Galván credits his parents for laying the foundation for him to become the first college graduate and attorney in his family. But it took him moving away to appreciate the full significance of his family’s story.
This story is part of a special series for Hispanic Heritage Month and is published outside of our paywall courtesy of Androvett Legal Media & Marketing.
Making the Tightrope Wider and More Secure for Those Who Follow
Yolanda Garcia says her story proves that adversity can be a critical motivator and the law can help you create a safety net that supports an entire community.
This story is part of a special series for Hispanic Heritage Month and is published outside of our paywall courtesy of Androvett Legal Media & Marketing.
Houston Federal Judge David Hittner Loves Jury Trials and Good Humor
U.S. District Judge David Hittner has the most active jury trial docket in the Southern District of Texas. In the two years before the pandemic, he presided over 33 jury trials. Judge Hittner believes enthusiasm and humor are imperative to happiness in the practice of law and being prepared is the key to success in the courtroom. Haynes and Boone provides this insight Premium sponsored content.
Angst in Quarantine: Five Ways For Lawyers To Cope With An Already Stressful Life
Lawyer life begins with stress. Nearly half suffer with depression. Six in ten suffer anxiety. Add pandemic. Add quarantine. The stresses can be overwhelming, even to the hardest boiled among us. Chris Ritter, director of the Texas Lawyer’s Assistance Program offers some simple advice on coping with COVID-19.