Navigation Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas Young Lawyers Association Board of Directors. TYLA, commonly called the “public service arm” of the State Bar of Texas, works to facilitate the administration of justice, foster respect for the law, and advance the role of the legal profession in […]
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State Bar of Texas Hispanic Issues Section, Texas Access to Justice Foundation raise more than $46,000 with 3rd annual LAWTería game night
Co-sponsored by the State Bar of Texas Hispanic Issues Section and the Texas Access to Justice Foundation, or TAJF, the 3rd annual “LAW”Tería game night raised more than $46,000 to benefit the newly opened Uvalde office of Texas RioGrande Legal Aid. The event, which was held via Zoom on November 1, 2022, included judges and […]
State Bar of Texas offers free CLE webcast on succession planning essentials
Laura Gibson Editor’s Note: State Bar of Texas President Laura Gibson sent the following message to members on January 11.
Nominations Sought for Pro Bono Awards
The State Bar of Texas Legal Services to the Poor in Civil Matters Committee and Legal Services to the Poor in Criminal Matters Committee are seeking nominations for their Pro Bono Excellence Award and Indigent Defense Award. These awards honor individuals, groups, and entities that perform exceptional work in the field of legal services to […]
Texas Bar Journal Must-Reads for January
The Texas Bar Journal starts the new year with its water law issue, priming readers on the latest in Texas water law, issues centering on supply, and meeting growth in demand. The January issue also sees the conclusion of the Texas grievance series. Take a look online and don’t forget to catch up on Movers […]
Texas Bar Foundation funds clearer language for court forms
A $10,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation will help Texas Appleseed develop a plain language packet for pro se defendants in debt collection lawsuits. The information will educate them about the court process, making it easier to participate in the lawsuit. Texas Appleseed will release a report with findings and final language recommendations for […]
State Bar of Texas Executive Committee to meet January 10
The State Bar of Texas Executive Committee will meet at 10 a.m. CST on January 10. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed live on the State Bar of Texas YouTube page. The presiding officer and executive director will be physically present at the Texas Law Center, Stewart Morris Board Room, 1414 […]
Fifth Circuit adopts rule change
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit adopted a change to its rules in November. The approved amendment is as follows:
TYLA Director Spotlight: Ashley Hymel
Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas Young Lawyers Association Board of Directors. TYLA, commonly called the “public service arm” of the State Bar of Texas, works to facilitate the administration of justice, foster respect for the law, and advance the role of the legal profession in […]
Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program hosts free legal clinics in January
The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program, an initiative of the Dallas Bar Association, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas, and local law firms, is hosting free virtual and in-person legal clinics for eligible Dallas County residents throughout January. All virtual clinics run Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.: