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Texas federal court upholds DOL rule attacking FLSA tip credit

On July 6, 2023, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas issued a decision in Restaurant Law Center, et al. v. U.S. Dep’t of Labor that affirmed the validity of a recently promulgated Department of Labor, or DOL, final rule designed to regulate when employers are entitled to take a tip credit […]

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TBLS now accepting certification applications

The Texas Board of Legal Specialization is now accepting online board certification applications for 2024. You can find the specific requirements for each of the 27 specialty areas in the “Apply” section of www.tbls.org. Certification applications must be submitted by April 8, 2024; the exam is on September 30 and October 1, 2024, in Austin.  […]

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Sponsored Content: The Top Technology Tools for Law Firms in 2024

From the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools to cloud-based options that allow lawyers to operate more efficiently while working remotely, many firms are adopting more technology right now. However, it can be challenging to keep up with the latest options to find the tools that best fit your firm’s needs. In this post, […]

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Houston Bar Foundation receives $500,000 grant from CenterPoint Energy

The Houston Bar Foundation, or HBF, has received a $500,000 grant from CenterPoint Energy to provide pro se litigant assistance to thousands of Harris County residents, according to a press release. “CenterPoint Energy takes its responsibility to be a good corporate citizen seriously,” CenterPoint Energy Executive Vice President and General Counsel Monica Karuturi said in […]

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Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program hosts free legal clinics in March

The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program, an initiative of the Dallas Bar Association, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas, and local lawyers, is hosting free virtual and in-person legal clinics for eligible Dallas County residents throughout March. All virtual clinics run from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.: Click Here To Read The Full Article

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Cyberattack: It Can Happen to Your Law Practice

Cybersecurity is an important concern not only for the safety of data, but also for the protection of people. In many ways, with the internet of things and the proliferation of breaches and exploitation, cyber threats are at the forefront of what attorneys, as advisers, employees, and business owners, face. The technology we attorneys now […]

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Dallas Bar Association hosts e-clinics in March

Volunteer attorneys will be available to answer legal questions on Wednesdays in March through the Dallas Bar Association’s LegalLine E-Clinic. The clinics, which run from 4 to 8 p.m., are free of cost. A volunteer attorney will call a participant for up to 15 minutes of legal advice. No attorney-client relationship will be established. Individuals […]

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Register now for State Bar of Texas virtual candidate forum

State Bar of Texas president-elect candidates Denise Scofield and Santos Vargas will participate in a live, virtual candidate forum from noon to 1 p.m. CDT on March 26. This is your chance to submit questions to the candidates and hear about their platforms during a lively discussion moderated by State Bar of Texas Podcast host Rocky […]

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Sponsored Content: Business Travel in Texas: Why You Should Consider Chartering a Private Aircraft

In the immense landscape of Texas, there is a need for efficient and flexible travel solutions, especially for business professionals. While traditional travel has its place, chartering an aircraft offers many advantages that can enhance productivity and the overall experience of business travel across the state. Here’s why it is worth it for legal professionals […]

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