Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
Senior reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys covers the business of law in Texas. Contact her at [email protected] On Twitter: @BrendaSJeffreys
October 25, 2024 | Texas Lawyer
Winstead Real Estate Shareholder Returns to Jones DayJones Day continues to hire in Dallas, bringing on real estate partner Conrad Steele, who started his legal career at the firm.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
2 minute read
October 25, 2024 | Texas Lawyer
Jackson Walker Faces Greater Scrutiny After Disclosure of Texts Over Judge's RelationshipCiting 2021 text messages between Jackson Walker attorneys, bankruptcy administrators assert a full evidentiary hearing is needed to determine if the firm failed to make required disclosure.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
5 minute read
October 24, 2024 | Texas Lawyer
What Kirkland's 'Project Second Chance,' Led by a Former Federal Prosecutor, Has Accomplished So FarSince Project Second Chance was launched by former U.S. Attorney Erin Nealy Cox, Kirkland lawyers have represented 73 women and expunged 232 charges.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
3 minute read
October 24, 2024 | Texas Lawyer
Vinson & Elkins' Veteran Pro Bono Counsel on How Needs Could Change After the ElectionEllyn Josef discusses demand for pro bono work in rural Texas and how needs might change under a new administration.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
7 minute read
October 23, 2024 | Texas Lawyer
Suit Against Norton Rose Over Vaccine Mandate DismissedA federal judge on Wednesday dismissed a discrimination lawsuit filed against Norton Rose Fulbright US by a former IT worker who alleged he was fired for failing to comply with the firm's COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
2 minute read
October 23, 2024 | Texas Lawyer
Kirkland Adds Freshfields Partner, Further Expanding Debt Finance PracticeEarlier this year, Kirkland combined its debt finance and structured finance teams into a single group.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
3 minute read
October 18, 2024 | Pro Mid Market
As Midsize Firms Seek Scale to Compete, Should They Choose Mergers or Grow With What They Have?As midsize law firms seek growth, they are faced with the choice of growing by merging or by hiring lawyers as they become available. Two firms have different approaches and they're both finding success in their visions.
By Alexander Lugo | Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
5 minute read
October 17, 2024 | Texas Lawyer
Pass Rate for July 2024 Texas Bar Exam Rises Compared to Prior YearAmong first-time test-takers, Texas A&M University School of Law posted the highest pass rate, and the University of Texas School of Law was second among Texas' 10 law schools.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
1 minute read
October 17, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Kim Koopersmith a 'Leader Among Leaders' and 'Soul of the Firm' as Akin's ChairKim Koopersmith, chair of Akin, has been named The American Lawyer's Distinguished Law Firm Leader for 2024.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
7 minute read
October 17, 2024 | Texas Lawyer
Vinson & Elkins Builds Renewable Energy Team With Bracewell Partner in HoustonWith demand high in renewable energy tax credits work since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, Vinson & Elkins hired Bracewell partner Jenny Speck, who advises clients on the tax transactions.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
3 minute read
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