Legal Roundup
Class Action Litigator Tapped to Lead Shook’s Houston Office, Reports Texas Lawyer
Growing the Houston office and developing associates are two goals of Shook Partner Stephanie McGraw who was promoted to managing partner.
Greenberg Traurig Strengthens Dallas Team with Top Intellectual Property & Technology Shareholder Rob LeBlanc
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expanded its Intellectual Property & Technology and Trademark & Brand Management practices with the addition of Rob LeBlanc as a shareholder in the Dallas office.
Nelson Mullins Continues Robust Growth in Houston with Pick Up of Two Intellectual Property Partners
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP is proud to welcome Tammy Terry and Lisa Margonis to its Intellectual Property practice in Houston.
An Enforcement Update with the Regional Director of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on February 5, 2025
Securities Enforcement Defense Team Chair Jessica Magee will participate in a seminar offering updates on developments at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Baylor Fellow Leah Teague Launches Innovative Civil Discourse Workshop for New Law Students
In an increasingly polarized world, Baylor Law School is taking proactive steps to equip future legal professionals with an essential skill set: the art of civil discourse.
Meet Henry Hu
From the early days of the derivatives revolution to the explosive growth of ETFs and bitcoins, Professor Henry Hu has been at the forefront of assessing the risks and promise of the modern financial and corporate worlds.
Alumni News - January 2025
Baylor Law School is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of Baylor Lawyers.
Catherine Pieratt Joins Steptoe & Johnson’s Dallas Office
Catherine Pieratt recently joined Steptoe & Johnson PLLC’s Business Department as an Associate in the firm’s Dallas office.
UH Law Center Vail Conference Speakers say Immigration Lawyers Must Be Ready for Sweeping Changes
The University of Houston Law Center recently hosted the 2025 Joseph A. Vail Immigration Conference, bringing together legal experts, advocates, and educators to address critical issues involving immigration law, enforcement and asylum.
Chancellors for Class of 2025 Recognized
The 2025 cohort of the Texas Law Chancellors Society—a prestigious honor society with a storied history—was introduced and honored on Jan. 23, 2025.
Texas commission recognizes students’ dedication to providing pro bono legal aid
The St. Mary’s University School of Law was honored to be the recipient of the Texas Access to Justice Commission’s 2024 Law School Commitment to Service Award.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces the End of the Texas State Bar’s Baseless and Politically Motivated Attempt to Punish Election Integrity Efforts
Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that the Texas State Bar has abandoned its long-running attempt to sanction Attorney General Paxton after four years of wasteful politically motivated lawfare.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Hosts Crime Victims Services Conference to Facilitate Assistance Efforts for Victims of Violent Crime and Exploitation
Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Crime Victim Services Division (“CVS”) hosted a conference this week bringing together leaders in the victim services field to strengthen collaboration and reinforce the Office of the Attorney General’s ability to provide swift, effective assistance to victims of violent crime and exploitation.
Greenberg Traurig Advises Waste Pro on $850 Million Private Note Offering
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP advised Waste Pro USA, Inc. in connection with its $850 million private offering of 7.000% senior unsecured notes due 2033.
Sheppard Mullin Advised Sanara MedTech in License and Distribution Agreement with Biomimetic Innovations
The firm represented medical technology company, Sanara MedTech, in executing an exclusive license and distribution agreement with Biomimetic Innovations (BMI), a privately held medical device company headquartered in Shannon, Ireland.
Justice Center Awards 3L Scholarships
In recognition of outstanding public service, the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law has awarded 3L students with the Judge William Wayne Justice Endowed Presidential Scholarship in Law and the Chris Marshall Endowed Presidential Scholarship.
State Bar of Texas announces candidates for 2025-2026 president-elect
At its quarterly meeting, the State Bar of Texas Board of Directors voted to approve Deborah L. Cordova and G. David Smith as candidates for 2025-2026 president-elect.
Bradley Welcomes Nine New Attorneys in the Fourth Quarter
Bradley is pleased to announce that nine attorneys, including three senior attorneys and six associates, joined the firm in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Three Shook Attorneys Join Leadership Council on Legal Diversity
The Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) has selected three Shook lawyers for its professional development program.
Caroline Hoover and Joshua Lucas Rojas Named Champions of Baylor Law School’s The Closer Competition
Baylor Law School proudly announces the winners of its annual nationally recognized transactional law competition, The Closer.