Legal Roundup
South Texas Law Receives Grant to Upgrade Technology for Its Pro Bono Legal Clinics
The Randall O. Sorrels Legal Clinics at South Texas College of Law Houston recently received a $27,200 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation for technology upgrades, increasing the law school’s capacity to provide legal services to Greater Houston’s underrepresented populations.
Distinguished Alumni Awards
Each year, SMU honors outstanding leaders in philanthropy, business and civic life with the highest honor the University can bestow upon its graduates.
South Texas Law Recognizes Faculty for Outstanding Scholarship, Service, Teaching
South Texas College of Law Houston recently honored 15 faculty members with awards recognizing outstanding contributions in the areas of scholarship, service, and teaching.
Future 1L Dedicates Year to Public Interest
The Weil Legal Innovators Program enables incoming Texas Law students to explore public interest opportunities.
Professor Nanasi Moderates 2024 Texas Trailblazer Awards
SMU Dedman School of Law Associate Professor Natalie Nanasi served as the moderator during a wide-ranging discussion on domestic violence and social change at The Family Place’s 2024 Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon in October.
Scott Bailey joins Jones Day's Corporate Practice in Dallas
The global law firm Jones Day has announced that Scott Bailey has joined the Firm as of counsel in the Corporate Practice. He is based in the Dallas Office.
Veterans Day Student Spotlight: Matthew J. Alarcon, President, Veteran Law Students Association
Matthew J. Alarcon, a proud, prior-service U.S. Marine and a student at South Texas College of Law Houston, is the first generation of his family to be born in the United States.
From Soldier to Advocate: Tyler Bischoff’s Journey from the Army to Baylor Law School’s Veterans Clinic
From Army service to law school, Tyler Bischoff’s journey has been defined by resilience, purpose, and a steadfast commitment to serving others.
Alumni Voices: Rudy Metayer
When Rudy Metayer ’06 was inducted into the Texas Lyceum as a director in January 2024, he followed in the footsteps of influential leaders like President George W. Bush and U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings.
Cadena Wins Society Program Food Drive
When Texas Law students compete to see who can gather the most canned food donations, the true winners are the university’s food pantry and the people it helps.
Nationally Recognized Employee Benefits and Tax Partner Joins Dinsmore in Texas
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is pleased to announce that Scott C. Sanders has joined the Firm’s Houston office, expanding its service offerings to include employee benefits and executive compensation expertise.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Another Dallas Doctor for Prescribing Illegal “Gender Transition” Drugs to More than a Dozen Texas Minors
Attorney General Ken Paxton sued a second North Texas doctor for illegally providing “gender transition” drugs to more than a dozen children.
Jennifer Banda to Lead Center for Women in Law
Jennifer Banda ’98, a lawyer and advocate with over 25 years of leadership in state and federal government relations, will become the new executive director of the Center for Women in Law effective Nov. 11, 2024.
Bradley Adds Real Estate Partner Thomas H. Stewart Jr. to Dallas Office
Bradley is pleased to announce that Thomas H. Stewart Jr. has joined as a partner in the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group in Dallas.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Demands Jack Smith’s Records After Illegal Weaponization of Justice System Against President Trump
Attorney General Paxton made a Freedom of Information Act Request to the Department of Justice requesting records relating to Jack Smith’s corrupt investigation into President Trump.
Aaron Holt Appointed Co-Chair of the ABA’s Leadership Development Program Committee
Aaron Holt, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Labor & Employment Department, has been appointed to be the Employer Co-Chair for the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Leadership Development Program Committee.
Steptoe & Johnson’s Dallas Office Continues Growth with Addition of Tom Burton
Tom Burton recently joined Steptoe & Johnson PLLC’s Business Department as Of Counsel at the firm’s Dallas office.
Garland Walker Inn of Court Earns National Honor for Legal Education Program Featuring STCL Houston Law Professor
Last spring, local attorneys, law professors, and law students learned about defamation law through a creative continuing legal education program featuring South Texas College of Law Assistant Professor Haley Palfreyman Jankowski as Taylor Swift.
Private Equity Team Advised Littlejohn in Acquisition of Sunbelt Modular
Sheppard Mullin represented private investment firm Littlejohn & Co in its acquisition of Sunbelt Modular, a leading designer and manufacturer of modular solutions.
Seasoned Executive Compensation and Benefits Partner Lindsay Murphy Joins Holland & Knight in Dallas
Holland & Knight has strengthened its Tax, Executive Compensation and Benefits Practice with the addition of Lindsay Murphy as a partner in Dallas. Ms. Murphy was previously a partner with Jones Day.