State Bar of Texas

The Chief Disciplinary Counsel in Dallas is seeking a trial attorney II. Learn more about the position and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gfc9V3kZ #Jobs #Hiring #Attorney

Congratulations to the Texas Center for Legal Ethics on their 35th anniversary! TCLE has a special gift for all Texas attorneys to celebrate the occasion—one hour of free ethics CLE. In this CLE, Judge Audrey Moorehead interviewed former Chief Justice Nathan L. Hecht, who recently retired after serving 36 years on the Supreme Court of Texas, the last 12 as chief justice. Judge Moorehead spoke with Chief Justice Hecht about the journey from his childhood to becoming the longest-serving member of the Supreme Court in Texas history, the importance of legal ethics and professionalism in Texas, and more. Click here to access this course (users need to set up an account to watch): https://lnkd.in/dHAPPFFV

The Texas Bar Foundation is seeking a donor stewardship and membership coordinator. Learn more about the position and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dAdjDYMe #Jobs #Hiring

“As we approach the beginning of a new bar year, all Texas litigators are encouraged to add meaningful and thoughtful conferences to their customary practice. Take an opposing lawyer to lunch at the beginning of a case and get to know them. Read over the Texas Lawyer’s Creed and think about ways you can work together.” In the March issue of the Texas Bar Journal, State Bar of Texas Professionalism Committee Chair William G. Hagans gives insight into the goals of the Texas Lawyer’s Creed and shares background on why professionalism is needed in the legal profession. https://lnkd.in/gM7WVHhm

The Supreme Court of Texas issued orders today, including opinions in two cases heard at oral argument in December. Find summaries of the decided cases here: https://lnkd.in/g3iGGVUf Find the full orders here: https://lnkd.in/g-T6MBc2 #appellatelinkedin #appeals

The Chief Disciplinary Counsel in Dallas is seeking a trial attorney I. Learn more about the position and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gabkExEU #Jobs #Hiring #Attorney

“The evolution of modern civil litigation demands a sophisticated approach to discovery objections that balances legitimate protection of client interests with proportionality and efficiency.” In the March issue of the Texas Bar Journal, family law mediation, litigation, and appellate attorney Matthew J. Hill discusses discovery objections and balancing advocacy and professionalism in Texas civil litigation. https://lnkd.in/gMUQsK-v

April 2025 Texas Bar Journal cover reveal! In this issue, readers can learn about president-elect candidates Deborah L. Cordova and G. David Smith and the 2025 State Bar elections. Look for the online edition at texasbar.com/tbj on April 1.

“For Texas attorneys, staying competent in the digital age isn’t optional. Social media evidence is here to stay, and the courts are still catching up. Texas’ approach aims to balance practicality with fairness. But with questions about reliability and ethical concerns looming large, the road ahead is far from smooth.” In the March issue of the Texas Bar Journal, Terrazas PLLC litigator Eric Hudson discusses social media in litigation and how social media evidence is handled in Texas. https://lnkd.in/gpWutSX8

I am so honored to have been chosen by State Bar President Steve Benesh for appointment as an at-large director of the Texas State Bar. I am very much looking forward to serving my fellow attorneys in this wonderful state!