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 …
Holland & Knight Grows Real Estate Section with Addition of John “J.” Pieratt in Austin
Holland & Knight has bolstered its Real Estate Section in Texas with the addition of John “J.” Pieratt as a partner in Austin. Mr. Pieratt was previously a partner with DLA Piper. “J. is a highly esteemed member of the Austin real estate legal community. As we continue to focus on growth in Texas, his addition will significantly enhance the …
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 …
Norton Rose Fulbright announces three new leadership roles within US real estate team
Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has appointed Katie Van Dyk (Austin) as its US Head of Commercial Real Estate as well as John F. Young and Christine Fernandez Owen (Chicago) as the firm’s US Co-Heads of Projects Real Estate. Katie, John and Christine will support the firm’s US Head of Real Estate, John Jennings (San Antonio), in driving forward …
Western District of Texas Accepting Applications for Magistrate Vacancy
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.