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The Influence Industry: A Day in the Capitol With Top Texas Lobbyist Buddy Jones
When it comes to lobbying Texas legislators, Neal T. “Buddy” Jones of HillCo Partners is one of the best “hired guns.” Just do the numbers: every two years, Texas lawmakers file thousands of bills, many of which never gain traction or a spot on the House and Senate calendars. It’s clear. Awareness is key to the passage of legislation. Enter – the lobbyist.
Tennis Legend Andy Roddick Sues Tennis Charity in Dallas
Dykema Gossett litigation partner Brian Colao, who has represented several pro athletes, including Phil Mickelson, is representing Roddick in the lawsuit.
LINN Energy and LinnCo Acquire Berry Petroleum Company for $4.3 Billion
Several Texas attorneys are key players in this $4.3 billion transaction.
Spearmint Rhino and Monster Truck Driver Must Pay $10.5 Million
A Dallas jury has ordered the topless bar and drunken driver to pay $10.5 million to the family of a 23-year-old young woman who was crushed to death when the truck driver ran over her two years ago. It is believed to be one of the largest Texas jury verdicts in a “dram shop” case during the past two decades.
Andrews Kurth and Latham Lead Harbinger-Exco Deal — Updated
Dallas-based Exco Resources’s $725 million joint venture creating a private oil and gas partnership has closed.
SMU Names Interim Law Dean and Search Committee
Dedman Law professor Julie Patterson Forrester gets the nod starting June 1. Provost also names 18-member search committee.
SMU Business School Dean to Lead Search for New Law School Dean
Provost Paul Ludden appointed Albert W. Niemi to lead the search committee to replace Dedman Law Dean John Attanasio. Other search committee members include law school faculty, law students, members of the Board of Trustees, law school executive board members and law school alumni.
Melanie Okon is New Name Partner at Estes Okon Thorne & Carr
Former name partner Jane Taber is stepping back from managing the firm to focus on new opportunities for the firm in the healthcare industry.
Melanie Okon is New Name Partner at Estes Okon Thorne & Carr
Former name partner Jane Taber is stepping back from managing the firm to focus on new opportunities for the firm in the healthcare industry.