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Essentials for an Effective Fee Agreement, by Popps Law's Laura Popps. An effective fee agreement does far more than establish the fee for a representation. It establishes trust with the client, sets expectations about the attorney-client relationship, and clearly communicates important terms of the representation. Attorney ethics practitioner Laura Popps explains the intricacies of fee agreements that all attorneys should know.
Botkin Chiarello Calaf Welcomes Christine Roseveare, via Botkin Chiarello Calaf. Botkin Chiarello Calaf has grown its appellate practice with the addition of Christine Roseveare. Christy is a seasoned appellate advocate who can handle a wide range of complex legal issues, from constitutional challenges to intricate contract disputes. Welcome, Christy!
Heim Payne & Chorush Earns High Marks in Patexia Patent Litigation Report, via Heim, Payne & Chorush. Heim, Payne & Chorush and several of the firm’s lawyers are recognized for their extensive patent trial expertise in the latest Patent Litigation Intelligence Report published by Patexia Inc. Of the more than 10,000 eligible attorneys, Heim, Payne & Chorush partners Mike Heim, Eric Enger, Alden Harris, Blaine Larson, and Wills Collier were among the top 250 for performance in patent trials. Congratulations to everyone at the firm!
Enforceability of Premarital Agreements, by Epstein Family Law's Jordan Watson. A premarital agreement is a smart idea for individuals contemplating marriage. Addressing how property and debt will be handled during the marriage and upon divorce while a couple is in a positive headspace is beneficial to both future spouses. However, it is vital to ensure that the agreement is enforceable and covers all terms the parties want to include.Family lawyer Jordan Watson explains.
Why Unmarried Couples May Need a Cohabitation Agreement, by The Law Office of Carol A. Wilson's Carol Wilson. Marriage isn’t for everybody. For many reasons, a couple may decide they don’t want to make it official, but they do want to live under the same roof. That’s all well and good — until it isn’t. Just because you aren’t married doesn't mean you’re immune to the legal and financial complexities of a long-term relationship. Carol Wilson unpacks the circumstances under which a cohabitation agreement would be beneficial.
Signer Beware: What to Think About Before Setting Up Joint Bank Accounts, Brousseau Naftis Erick & Massingill's Elayna Naftis Erick. Opening a joint bank account with a spouse, partner, parent, or child is a routine procedure for many people, and one for which they are unlikely to seek the advice of an attorney. Unfortunately, if one of the people on the account passes away, depending on how the account is set up, the remaining account holder may not be able to access those funds until the deceased person’s estate goes through the probate process, which is sometimes the very procedure the account holder wanted to avoid. Family and estate lawyer Elayna Naftis Erick shares some details.
Houston Intellectual Property Law Firm Alavi Anaipakos, Individual Attorneys Recognized Among Nation’s Best in 2025 Patent Litigation Intelligence Report, via Alavi Anaipakos. Alavi Anaipakos and several of our attorneys are proud to be named among the nation’s most active and best-performing for patent trials in Patexia Inc.'s 2025 Patent Litigation Intelligence Report. The firm is home to several lawyers who are singled out for their work in patent trials, including Amir Alavi, Demetrios Anaipakos, Masood Anjom, Michael McBride, and Ryan Pinckney.
Employment Law Litigator Veronica Harte Joins Jackson Spencer Law, via Jackson Spencer Law. Jackson Spencer Law is pleased to announce the addition of employment law litigator Veronica Harte. Driven by a deep sense of justice, Veronica focuses her practice on representing workers in disputes involving sexual harassment and discrimination. She comes to Jackson Spencer Law with experience handling employment-related disputes in federal venues, as well as pre-litigation matters and mediations.
Botkin Chiarello Calaf Welcomes New Partner Gerard Bifulco, via Botkin Chiarello Calaf. Botkin Chiarello Calaf is pleased to announce that Gerard Bifulco has joined the firm’s growing commercial and intellectual property litigation teams as a partner. Gerard has represented corporate entities and individuals throughout the country, and has handled matters at the trial and appellate levels, including arguing and winning a case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
Hallett & Perrin Elevates Jesse Beck to Shareholder, via Hallett & Perrin. Congratulations to Jesse Beck, who was recently promoted to shareholder at Hallett & Perrin. A seasoned commercial litigator, Jesse is a trusted advisor to clients facing complex disputes across a broad range of industries. His extensive experience in state and federal venues throughout Texas includes developing and executing proactive and reactive strategies in disputes involving contractual conflicts, oil and gas litigation, fiduciary duty cases, and fraud claims.
Caldwell Cassady & Curry Welcomes Experienced Patent Trial Attorney Andrew Langford, via Caldwell Cassady & Curry. Caldwell Cassady & Curry is opening the New Year with the addition of experienced patent trial attorney Andrew Langford. Andrew joined the firm as a principal after working at an AmLaw Top 10 firm for over a decade. He represents clients in high-stakes patent disputes in trials and appeals. Welcome to the firm, Andrew!
Katherine Chiarello, Jennifer Colimon to Speak at Austin Bar Association CLE Event, via Botkin Chiarello Calaf. Looking for CLE hours to kick off the new year? Botkin Chiarello Calaf partners Katherine Chiarello and Jennifer Colimon will speak on January 27 at the Austin Bar Association’s Civil Litigation CLE. The event is 12-1 p.m. at McGinnis Lochridge, 1111 W. 6th Street, Suite 400. Learn more.
Aisha Mahmood Haley Promoted to Principal at Caldwell Cassady & Curry, via Caldwell Cassady & Curry. Congratulations to Aisha Haley, who has been promoted to principal at Caldwell Cassady & Curry! Aisha has been an essential member of the firm’s trial team since joining two years ago. In that time, she has been instrumental in helping their clients achieve over $90 million in verdicts.
Botkin Chiarello Calaf Elects Katherine Chiarello as Managing Partner, via Botkin Chiarello Calaf. Botkin Chiarello Calaf is proud to announce that, as of January 1, Botkin Chiarello Calaf name partner Katherine Chiarello has stepped into the role of managing partner, and partner Asra Syed has been selected as managing partner-elect. Congratulations to the two attorneys on your new roles in 2025!
Allie J. Hallmark, Barrett Robin Named Among Dallas' Best Lawyers Under 40, via Hamilton Wingo. Hamilton Wingo's Allie J. Hallmark and Barrett Robin have earned spots on the 2025 Best Lawyers Under 40 list from the publishers of D Magazine. The publication recognizes Allie as an "excellent choice" for the annual guide; last year, Barrett was named a partner at the firm following many achievements on behalf of the firm's clients. Congratulations to both attorneys!
There’s No Such Thing as a “Legal Separation” in Texas, by Epstein Family Law's Robert Epstein. Clients struggling through rocky marriages often ask if “legal separation” is available as a last-resort option before getting a divorce in Texas. They want to take a break from the relationship and live apart from their spouses while they consider getting back together. But they also want similar rights and protections found in a formal divorce process. Family lawyer Robert Epstein explains the options.
New Year, New Entity: Why Forming an LLC Should Be Your New Year’s Resolution, by Brousseau Naftis Erick & Massingill's Matthew Naftis. Kick off 2025 by shielding yourself from liability! Sure, forming an LLC might not be a cool resolution like learning to play guitar, or particularly exciting like traveling to a new country, but it could definitely be something that the future you thanks you for. And one of the best parts? This resolution can be outsourced. Read on to find out more from small business and real estate attorney Matthew Naftis.
Caldwell Cassady & Curry Helps Video Director Win Key Ruling Against Justin Timberlake in Contract Lawsuit, via Caldwell Cassady & Curry. A San Francisco federal appeals court has greenlighted a breach of contract lawsuit against Justin Timberlake as part of an ongoing dispute with an accomplished video director represented by Caldwell Cassady & Curry. Congratulations to the firm on this ruling!
Burford Perry Confirms $32.8 Million Arbitration Award, Secures Final Judgment in Operation Lone Star Transportation Contract Dispute, via Burford Perry. Burford Perry is closing out 2024 with a $33.2 million final judgment for Katy, Texas-based GETZ Transport Solutions, LLC, in a high-stakes contract dispute. The multimillion-dollar victory is the latest example of the experienced attorneys at Burford Perry winning at multiple levels in complex business lawsuits. Congratulations to their client and the entire trial team!
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