The latest ethics opinion addresses whether a lawyer may agree to be bound by a non-disparagement clause in a client settlement agreement, and whether such a clause may contain a provision not to reveal confidential information related to the representation for marketing purposes.
As a writer deeply invested in making the law more accessible, I recently published a children’s book titled 10 Rights Every Ten-Year-Old Should Know. At its heart, the book is about one thing: explaining the Bill of Rights in a way that even a 10-year-old can understand.
As a parent, keeping your child safe is always top of mind. Whether it’s teaching them to look both ways before crossing the street or to wear a helmet while riding their bike, you’re constantly helping them navigate the world with caution. But one of the most critical—and often overlooked—areas of safety is protecting your child from sexual abuse.
Congratulations to Hembree Bell Law, which has been named a 2025 Greater Austin Business Award finalist in the category of Small Business Excellence. Hembree Bell Law is an Austin-based divorce law firm founded by CEO and Managing Attorney Hannah Hembree Bell.
Congratulations to Lincoln-Goldfinch Law, which has been named a 2025 Greater Austin Business Award finalist in two categories: Consumer Product and Employee Health & Wellness. Lincoln-Goldfinch Law is an Austin-based immigration law firm founded by CEO Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch.
Congratulations to Phillip Dupré, who has joined Phelps Dunbar as counsel. Phillip is an environmental lawyer with a decade of experience as a trial attorney in the U.S. Department of Justice’s Environment and Natural Resources Division. He helps clients understand, navigate, and comply with federal environmental laws. He supports businesses in regulatory matters before state and federal environmental agencies. He …
Congratulations to Hannah Cottrell, who has joined Norman Santos P.C., a regulated utility boutique law firm, as an associate.
The Austin Bar Foundation is pleased to announce the development and implementation of a crisis assistance pilot program designed to assist lawyers in the greater Austin area who need to temporarily step away from practice.
Incoming Austin Bar Association President Maitreya Tomlinson didn’t start in Texas or in the legal profession, but found both as he navigated life. He shares some of his journey, as well as his goals Austin Bar Association goals for the coming year.
Representatives from AYLA were in attendance at the 2025 Local Bar Leaders Conference to accept Awards of Achievement from the Texas Young Lawyers Association.