Austin Bar/AYLA member Armin Salek has been elected president-elect of the Texas Young Lawyers Association (TYLA).
Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas: Simplifying Pro Bono Work for Lawyers and Expanding Access to Justice for Those in Need
Founded in 1981 by members of the Austin Bar, Volunteer Legal Services was built on the fundamental belief that poverty should not be a barrier to justice. The prohibitive cost of legal services often leaves individuals unable to access professional assistance for critical civil matters, such as divorces, child custody disputes, landlord-tenant issues, domestic violence situations, and more.
New Episode of Council of Firsts with 98th District Judge Sandra Avila Ramirez
In the next episode of the Council of Firsts, Amanda Arriaga, first Latina president of the Austin Bar talks to Sandra Avila Ramirez, the First Latina judge of the 98th Civil District Court.
New Episode of Council of Firsts with U.S. Rep. Pete Gallego (ret.)
In the next episode of the Council of Firsts, Amanda Arriaga, first Latina president of the Austin Bar, talks to Pete Gallego, retired U.S. congressman and Texas representative for District 23.
New Episode of Stop the Stigma with David Courreges & Katy Sutton
In the latest episode of Stop the Stigma podcast, we talk with past Austin Bar President David Courreges and licensed clinical psychologist Katy Sutton, both of whom discuss living with attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).
The Texas Bar Foundation Awards $25,000 to the Veterans Legal Assistance Program
The Austin Bar Foundation is honored to receive a $25,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation in support of its Veterans Legal Assistance Program (VLAP).
Great Turnout at February Docket Call
The Administrative Law Section of the Austin Bar sponsored AYLA’s February Docket Call at Mean Eyed Cat. The cold weather did not deter Austin lawyers from venturing out to network and learn about each other’s practice areas. Huge thanks for the Admin Law Section for an awesome event!
AYLA Recognizes Outstanding Contributions
Each year, AYLA presents three awards to honor leaders in the Travis County legal profession: The Outstanding Young Lawyer Award, the Outstanding Mentor Award, and the Liberty Bell Award.
AYLA Annual Crawfish Boil A Great Success
On Saturday, March 29, AYLA hosted its 4th Annual Crawfish Boil. This award-winning event has become a staple in the Austin legal community as an opportunity to enjoy the spring weather, connect with friends and colleagues, and raise money to support the Austin Young Lawyers Foundation.
Texas Supreme Court Update May 2025
The following are summaries of selected opinions issued by the Texas Supreme Court in March and April 2025. These summaries are prepared by court staff as a courtesy. They are not a substitute for the actual opinions. The summaries are overviews; please review the entire opinions.