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Gray Reed Associate Emily Bowlin will be presenting at the upcoming Land Use Conference on April 11, hosted by UT Law CLE. Her session, "Eyes in the Sky, Feet on the Ground: A Municipal Framework for Emerging Drone Technologies," will explore the emerging field of commercial drone delivery technology and its intersection with local land use regulations. This is a must-attend event for professionals looking to stay ahead in this evolving area of technology and its implications on our communities. To register and reserve your spot, click here: https://lnkd.in/gut3EVCw

Congratulations to Gray Reed Associate Stephanie Snyder-Zuasnabar on her election to the State Bar of Texas Insurance Law Section’s Young Lawyer Subcommittee. Elected unanimously for a two-year term, she will assist the Section’s Council with, among other things, membership initiatives, the Journal of Texas Insurance Law and website content development. Please join us in congratulating Stephanie on this well-deserved achievement! For more information on Stephanie, click here: https://lnkd.in/eZmycbBU

On March 3, 2025, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher López approved a groundbreaking Chapter 11 plan for Tehum Care Services, Inc., a provider of prison healthcare services. This marks the first-ever confirmed plan in a “Texas Two-Step” divisional merger case. Gray Reed Partners Jason Brookner, Aaron Kaufman, Lydia Webb and Amber Carson represented Tehum throughout the proceedings in the Southern District of Texas, which spanned over two years. For more details on the ruling, click here: https://lnkd.in/gBzZBtQb

Gray Reed congratulates Charles Sartain and Patrick Kelly on their recognition in JD Supra’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Charlie ranked first in the energy category, continuing his streak since 2016. As editor of Energy & The Law, he provides key insights for the industry. Patrick was named the 7th top author in construction for his work on Texas Construction Law Blog. For more information, click here: https://lnkd.in/gQbuU2ZB

Gray Reed is celebrating 5 years in Waco, Texas. Since opening our Waco office in 2020, we’ve had the opportunity to serve the community and grow with it. We look forward to many more years of success and partnership ahead.

Yesterday, we marked Texas Independence Day, honoring the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836. As a proud Texas-based firm since 1985, we reflect on the pivotal moments that shaped our state's journey from its fight for independence to its continued growth and resilience today. ??: Gray Reed Partner Cleve Clinton who enjoys photographing Texan pride across the state.

At the National Association of Steel Pipe Distributors - NASPD 2025 Annual Convention, Gray Reed Partner J.P. B. Vogel and associates Gabriella Oxford and Kendall Hudgins shared key insights on drafting and negotiating purchase orders in the steel pipe industry. Their discussion provided valuable strategies to help businesses navigate contract terms with confidence. Gray Reed was proud to have its team contribute to the conversation at the NASPD annual event!

Gray Reed’s Mergers and Acquisitions practice ranked sixth in deal count in the 2024 Texas-Led Corporate Deal Tracker by Texas Lawbook. This marks a 50% year-over-year increase in our M&A deal volume, with Gray Reed being one of only eight Texas law firms to achieve such growth. For more information on this ranking, click here: https://lnkd.in/g7th9BE9

Gray Reed is excited to welcome two new Associates, Tatianna Brannen in Dallas and Sammy Rajaratnam in Houston. Tatianna joins our Construction Practice Group, focusing on representing general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and developers in resolving commercial construction disputes, including payment issues, lien and bond claims, construction defects and more. To learn more about Tatianna, click here: https://lnkd.in/gE5x6T62 Sammy joins our Civil Litigation Practice Group as a skilled litigator with experience representing both corporate defendants and individual plaintiffs, allowing him to anticipate opposing strategies and approach cases from multiple perspectives. To learn more about Sammy, click here: https://lnkd.in/gM63smXg We are thrilled to have them on board and look forward to their contributions to the firm!

Gray Reed Advisory is proud to announce that GRPR, our government relations and public affairs division, has been recognized in the 2025 Capitol Inside Texas Lobby Power Rankings. This honor reflects our leadership in Texas’ political landscape and commitment to delivering results for clients. Adam Leggett, Managing Director of Government Affairs, with nearly 20 years of public service and legislative experience, plays a key role in GRPR’s continued success. For more information on this ranking and GRPR, click here: https://lnkd.in/gAAdU8Cs