A theater and dance instructor is suing Lamar University, alleging the college discriminated against her after she failed to attend a performance embracing homosexuality.
A Galveston attorney is seeking to continue a legal malpractice suit brought by a former client -- a male Lamar University professor who sued the college claiming he did not receive tenure due to his gender.
David Tolin Jr. HOUSTON � Ford Nassen & Baldwin PC is pleased to announce that David L. Tolin Jr. has joined the firm's Houston office as an associate, continuing the firm's expansion of its Houston office.
2012 David J. Beck Fellows Chelsea Barnard of Port Neches, left, and Elisabeth Maxwell of Beaumont with Lamar University President James Simmons. The fellowships were made possible by a donation from attorney David J. Beck.
The Gold Club recently responded to a lawsuit, contending that it was the negligence of a third party that resulted in Brandon Sparks being assaulted while watching an "Ultimate Fight" broadcast at the establishment.
Former Jefferson County district court judge and professional mediator James Mehaffy and his wife, Maris, were among Lamar supporters gathered at Bistro LeMonde in Beaumont on Oct. 17 to celebrate the beginning of Homecoming Week.
Beaumont attorney Jay Old, joined by his wife, Ann Clary, announces his candidacy for the 14th Congressional District at a press conference Sept. 20 at Beaumont City Hall. Republican Jay Old, a Beaumont attorney, announced his candidacy to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Ron Paul in the newly drawn 14th Congressional District.
U.S Magistrate Judge Earl S. Hines, right, views his formal courthouse portrait at a retirement celebration July 15. He is joined by his family, from left, son Cade, wife Betsy and daughter Stella for the official unveiling. Earl Hines always begins his day at 3:45 a.m., and not just on those days he plans to go fishing but also on days he goes to work as a U.S. magistrate judge.
Beaumont attorney Mike Getz was named Newsmaker of the Year by the Press Club of Southeast Texas. Press Club Vice President of Programs Jennifer Walsh presented a trophy to Getz at the club's annual banquet June 4. The Press Club of Southeast Texas honored Beaumont attorney Mike Getz as the 2010 Newsmaker of the Year on Friday, June 3 at its 20th Annual Awards Banquet.
The Jefferson County Coalition for Victims of Crime will sponsor the 21st Annual Crime Victims' Candlelight Vigil, planned for Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at the Jefferson County Courthouse in the Jury Impaneling Room.
A male Lamar University professor, who sued the university claiming he did not receive tenure due to his gender, has now filed suit against his attorney, alleging the lawyer botched his discrimination claim.
Late least year, Lamar University filed an appeal in the Ninth Court of Appeals of Texas, hoping to reverse a ruling denying it sovereign immunity in a discrimination lawsuit.
The threat of ice and dangerous conditions has prompted Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick to close county offices, including the courthouses in Beaumont and Port Arthur, on Friday, Feb. 4.
Beaumont attorney Ray Moore, right, and his wife, Mary, were present for the formal renaming of Lamar University's music department as The Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music. The founder of one of Beaumont's most successful law firms and his wife have made a major contribution to Lamar University.