The Western District of Texas is accepting applications to fill a magistrate vacancy in San Antonio. The deadline to apply is May 16, 2025, at 5 p.m. CST. Download the official public notice here.
William Lachowsky Named Partner at Coldwell Bowes
Congratulations to Austin Bar member William Lachowsky, who has been named partner at Coldwell Bowes. William has been at the firm since 2018 and has been named to the Super Lawyers “Rising Star” list in Texas Monthly for the last six years. William has extensive experience handling divorces, marital property agreements, complex property division, child custody disputes, modifications, enforcements, SAPCRs, …
Robert Brown Named Partner at Latham & Watkins
Congratulations to Robert Brown, who has been named partner in Latham & Watkins’ Austin and Houston offices. Robert is a member of the firm’s Privacy & Cyber Practice and Corporate departments, and he advises clients across industries on compliance with data privacy and security laws and on the data privacy and security aspects of commercial agreements and complex corporate transactions. …
Gina Shishima Appointed Vice Chair of US Management Committee
Congratulations to Gina Shishima, who has been appointed vice chair of Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Management Committee. In this role, Gina will serve as the top advisor to Global and US Managing Partner Jeff Cody in leading the US legal practice, working with him to manage the firm’s daily operations and set its strategic direction. Prior to this appointment, Gina …
McCall, Parkhurst & Horton Welcomes New Of Counsel
Congratulations to Matt Hines, who has joined McCall, Parkhurst & Horton as of counsel and a member of the firm’s Elections & Disputes Department. He represents clients in trial and appellate courts on issues related to elections, public securities, municipal tax, transit, real estate, and utility districts. Matt advises counties, cities, school districts, and governmental entities on the legal and …
Sneed, Vine & Perry Opens New Office in Georgetown
Congratulations to Austin law firm Sneed, Vine & Perry, which recently expanded into Georgetown. The firm features 20 attorneys practicing a wide range of law. Sneed, Vine & Perry has been in operation since 1926.
Austin Bar Member Honored for Volunteer Work
Congratulations to Austin Bar member Leigh de la Reza, who is one of the recipients of this year’s TexasBarCLE’s Standing Ovation Award. This award honors lawyers who have made exceptional volunteer contributions to CLE programming. “TexasBarCLE is grateful to all our volunteers for their dedication to the continuing education of their peers. But every year, a few go above and …
Justice Lehrmann Named Outstanding Jurist
Congratulations to Texas Supreme Court Justice Debra Lehrmann, who has received the Texas Bar Foundation’s Samuel Pessarra Outstanding Jurist Award. The award honors a federal or state judge who has served for at least 10 years and exhibits an exceptionally outstanding reputation for competency, efficiency, and integrity. Congratulations, Justice Lehrmann!
Norman Santos P.C., Announces Official Launch
Kate Norman and Mark Santos established Norman Santos PC, a new boutique law firm in Austin, Texas focused on representing utility clients. Glenn Adkins and Gene Montes are partners at the firm, and Jade Davis is an associate.
Jackson Walker Names New Partner
Congratulations to Aron Burnett, who has been named a partner in Jackson Walker’s Austin office. Aron is the chair of the real estate section and co-leads the firm’s renewable energy practice. He represents developers, lenders, and investors in all phases of development, financing, and operation of wind, solar, battery storage, and other energy projects. On the weekends, Aron is a …