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 …
Norton Rose Fulbright appoints Gina Shishima to Vice Chair of US Management Committee
Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced the appointment of Austin intellectual property partner Gina Shishima to vice chair of its US Management Committee. Gina succeeds New York partner Andrew Giaccia, who held this leadership position since Norton Rose Fulbright combined with Chadbourne & Parke in 2017. In her new role, Gina will serve as the top advisor to …
Armbrust & Brown Names 2 New Partners
Armbrust & Brown has named two new partners. Carter Dean practices in the areas of municipal utility district, real estate development, and municipality law. He represents developers and landowners in connection with the creation and administration of municipal utility districts and other special districts. Carter also serves as general counsel to municipal utility districts and other special districts throughout Texas. …
Jackson Walker Names 4 New Austin Partners
Jackson Walker has named four new partners in its Austin office. Alisha Mehta Adams counsels clients on regulatory matters and complex environmental matters, helping clients identify environmental risks, navigating the permitting process, and assisting with issues before the Public Utility Commission of Texas, including rate cases, transmission line projects, and compliance matters. She represents a diverse set of clients, including …
Kane Russell Coleman Logan PC Expands to Austin
Kane Russell Coleman Logan PC (KRCL), a full-service law firm with offices in Dallas and Houston, today announced its expansion to Austin. The establishment of a new office in Frost Bank Tower on 401 Congress Avenue is being led by founding director Joseph M. Colemen and Raymond J. Kane, founding director and Chair of the Board of Directors. Servicing the …