Navigation Prior to the establishment of the State Bar of Texas in 1939, the Texas Bar Association, or TBA, was the primary professional organization for attorneys in the state of Texas. The complete TBA meeting minutes from 1930 to 1940 are now available in the State Bar of Texas digital archives. These minutes reflect the actions […]
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Free virtual pro bono summit for corporate counsel and law firm pro bono leaders scheduled for December 6
The Texas Access to Justice Commission and the State Bar of Texas Pro Bono Work Group will be sponsoring a free pro bono summit for corporate counsel and law firm pro bono leaders via Zoom, scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. CST on Tuesday, December 6. The program, titled “Balancing the Scales of Justice: […]
TYLA Director Spotlight: Rosalyn Lark
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 […]
Sponsored Content: Mastering Time Management for Lawyers
If you’ve ever watched the clock turn over at midnight and found yourself still at the office, you’ve likely wondered where all your time went. As a lawyer, time management is critical for maximizing your billable hours and avoiding burnout. While the right technology can enhance time management, attorneys should also be mindful of the […]
Free CLE Opportunity: What Every Lawyer Should Know About the Attorney Grievance System
Laura Gibson Editor’s Note: State Bar of Texas President Laura Gibson sent the following message to members on Wednesday. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Houston Bar Association and Houston Young Lawyers Association Fire Team Relay to benefit veterans
The Houston Bar Association and Houston Young Lawyers Association military and veterans committees are hosting the 2022 Fire Team Relay on Saturday, November 12, from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Rice Stadium in Houston, 6100 Main Street. The four-event relay includes a 1.5-mile run, three miles on a bike, an obstacle course, and a […]
Sponsored Content: 4 KPIs Any Law Firm Can Use to Measure Success
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TYLA Director Spotlight: Rebecca Patterson
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 […]
Sponsored Content: 4 Signs of a Great Client Intake Process
The client intake process is your prospective client’s first introduction to your legal practice. It’s an opportunity to educate clients about your practice and how you can meet their needs, as well as what they can expect when working with you. Here are signs that you have a healthy client intake process that sets your […]
Texas Bar Foundation awards $849,436 in grants
The Texas Bar Foundation announced it has awarded 56 grants totaling $849,436 during the fall 2022 grant cycle. This is the largest amount the bar foundation has ever given in one grant cycle. “I am so proud of our Foundation for the grants which we approved last week. These grants will help thousands of Texans who are […]