The following are remarks from the investiture ceremony for Travis County’s new magistrate judges: Adam Alvarez, Naomi Howard, and Jesse Taylor. The ceremony was held Nov. 19 at the Thurman-Blackwell Criminal Justice Center.
The Modern Lawyer Wellness Guide to Everyday Mindfulness
Use these simple steps to reduce anxiety, overwhelm, and mental fatigue by cultivating peace of mind, clarity, and focus in everyday life. The result is increased effectiveness and fulfillment in law, business, and life in general–in just a few minutes a day.
Why It Matters if Your Clients Actually Like You
Think about the last time you needed to find a new hair salon, dry cleaner, or wanted to find a restaurant for dinner. For many of you, when you don’t have a personal recommendation to go on, you look at Google reviews.
5 Tips for Managing Stress from a Legal Yogi
Okay, let’s be honest—stress and lawyers go together like briefs and deadlines, pb&j, or better yet, cake and coffee. The National Jurist calls being a lawyer “the most stressful occupation in America.” The American Bar Association explains why: “lawyers are expected to perform at a high level, make critical decisions, and meet tight deadlines—all while juggling demands from clients, colleagues, and the court system.” It’s no wonder burnout, anxiety, and depression are common.
Goal Setting for Lawyers: A Useful Framework for Sustainable Success
Three years and 2,000 miles apart, we each reached the same crossroads. Both of us worked as public defenders—Mindy in California, Lindsay in Colorado—where success was measured in jury verdicts, motion wins, and sheer survival in a relentless, high-stakes system.
Kathryn Bibby, Danielle Lam, Lauren Thomson, Roslyn Warner, Elected Principals at Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle & Townsend, P.C.
Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle & Townsend, P.C. is pleased to announce that Kathryn Bibby, Danielle Lam, Lauren Thomson, and Roslyn Warner have been elected Principals, effective January 1, 2026. Each attorney has demonstrated exceptional dedication to clients and the Firm. Their elevation reflects strong leadership, legal excellence, and a continued commitment to serving public entities across Texas.
Entre Nous: May It Displease the Court?
Entre Nous for December 2025/January 2026.
What Every Small and Mid-Size Business, Including Law Firms, Should Know About Texas SB 2610
When Texas Senate Bill 2610 took effect on September 1, 2025, it fundamentally changed how businesses manage personal data across the state. Modeled after leading privacy frameworks such as the CCPA and GDPR, the law establishes new standards for transparency, consumer rights, and data protection.
Understanding Travis County SARRT and Its Role in Trauma-Informed Judicial Practices
The Austin/Travis County Sexual Assault Response and Resource Team (SARRT) is a multidisciplinary coalition formed in 1992 to improve the community-wide response to sexual assault. Comprising law enforcement, prosecutors, advocates, medical professionals, and survivors, SARRT’s mission is to foster collaboration, training, and coordination among agencies tasked with responding to adult sexual assault cases.
VLS Recognizes Outstanding Attorneys with Annual Pro Bono Award Ceremony
On October 23, Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas gathered to celebrate the power of pro bono at the Judge Suzanne Covington Pro Bono Service Awards Ceremony. The event recognized law firms and attorneys for their investment of time, legal expertise, and philanthropic resources to increase access to justice. This award ceremony is named after the Honorable Suzanne Covington, who began her judicial career in 1990. Judge Covington served in the 201st District Court in Austin for 15 years.