Jackson Walker Welcomes New Partner

Jeff Oldham has joined Jackson Walker as a partner and chair of the firm’s appellate section. Jeff has more than two decades of experience across high-stakes appeals, complex commercial litigation, and strategic counsel. He has argued cases involving billions of dollars in claims before the U.S. Supreme Court, the Texas Supreme Court, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and other …

Armbrust & Brown Welcomes New Associate

Armbrust & Brown welcomes new associate attorney Timothy Dean, who will focus his practice on tax planning and business transactions. He brings extensive experience in corporate restructurings, entity formations, and complex tax matters. Tim advises clients on complex tax issues, including Section 1061 carried interest issuances, real estate joint ventures, partnership dissolution, and corporate reorganizations.

Briefs July/August 2025

Congratulations to the following individuals, who have been included in LawDragon’s 2025 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers:

Sarah Pai Joins Jackson Walker’s Tax Practice in Austin

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Sarah Pai has joined the firm’s Austin office as Senior Counsel in the Tax practice group. Sarah brings a wealth of experience in state and local tax compliance, litigation, and policy, strengthening the firm’s ability to provide comprehensive tax counsel to clients across Texas and beyond. “Sarah’s knowledge of Texas tax law and …

Jimmy Vaught Joins The Eggleston Law Firm

On June 1, 2025, The Vaught Law Firm, led by renowned family law attorney Jimmy Vaught, is excited to announce its merger with The Eggleston Law Firm, a distinguished family law practice in Austin. This strategic partnership aims to enhance the quality of legal services provided to clients and expand the firm’s reach in family law matters.

Cain & Skarnulis Welcomes Two New Associates

Both Case Donovan and John Garcia joined Cain & Skarnulis PLLC in early May. Case joins the firm as a senior associate whose practice focuses on civil litigation and defending lawsuits involving commercial and tort-based claims in state and federal courts across Texas. He also represents clients with matters involving contract disputes, construction defects, and professional negligence. John joins the …

Jimmy Vaught Law Firm Merges with Eggleston Law Firm

Austin, TX – April 15, 2025 – On June 1, 2025, The Vaught Law Firm, led by renowned family law attorney Jimmy Vaught, is excited to announce its merger with The Eggleston Law Firm, a distinguished family law practice in Austin. This strategic partnership aims to enhance the quality of legal services provided to clients and expand the firm’s reach …