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Angela Morris

Angela Morris

Angela Morris is ALM Media's Texas litigation reporter. She covers lawsuits in all levels of Texas state and federal courts. Based in Austin, Morris earned journalism and government degrees from the University of Texas at Austin in 2006, and since then, has worked primarily as a reporter and writer, but also has skills in videography, photography and podcasts. Follow her on Twitter at @AMorrisReports.

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March 10, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Strong Reaction to Bill Awarding Fees in Condemnation Cases

Bill would require the condemnor to pay the landowner's costs, attorney fees and expert fees if the landowner fought and won at least 10 percent greater than the original offer.

By Angela Morris

4 minute read

March 10, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Lawmaker: Pay Student Loans or Lose Your Law License

It seems that one lawmaker thinks that if an attorney were to default on his student loan, he should lose his license to practice law.

By Angela Morris

2 minute read

March 10, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Strong Reaction to Bill Awarding Fees in Condemnation Cases

Bill would require the condemnor to pay the landowner's costs, attorney fees and expert fees if the landowner fought and won at least 10 percent greater than the original offer.

By Angela Morris

4 minute read

March 09, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Why Are Filings Falling? Civil Lawsuits Down 17 Percent in 10 Years

"There are a lot of lawyers out there who are trying to make a living. … When you see trends of fewer and fewer cases, the question becomes the sustainability of having cases to file for the lawyers to make a living," said David Slayton.

By Angela Morris

7 minute read

March 09, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Why Are Filings Falling? Civil Lawsuits Down 17 Percent in 10 Years

"There are a lot of lawyers out there who are trying to make a living. … When you see trends of fewer and fewer cases, the question becomes the sustainability of having cases to file for the lawyers to make a living," said David Slayton.

By ANGELA MORRIS

7 minute read

March 09, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Probate Lawyers Support Pro Se Forms

"These forms are one part of a solution. They are not the end-all, be-all, but they are an important step in helping close the gap in access to justice," said Texas Supreme Court Justice Eva Guzman.

By Angela Morris

4 minute read

March 09, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Probate Lawyers Support Pro Se Forms

"These forms are one part of a solution. They are not the end-all, be-all, but they are an important step in helping close the gap in access to justice," said Texas Supreme Court Justice Eva Guzman.

By Angela Morris

4 minute read

March 09, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Lawyer Fights for Breastfeeding Accommodations for Texas Bar Exam

Illinois lawyer and mother wants to ensure that other nursing moms get necessary accommodations throughout the bar exam.

By Angela Morris

2 minute read

March 09, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Lawyer Fights for Breastfeeding Accommodations for Texas Bar Exam

Illinois lawyer and mother wants to ensure that other nursing moms get necessary accommodations throughout the bar exam.

By Angela Morris

2 minute read

March 09, 2015 | Texas Lawyer

Testimony: Lawyer Oath Wouldn't Create Suits Against Uncivil Lawyers

In response to a senator's questions, a bill author and supporters say their bill, requiring new lawyers to swear to maintain civility, would not authorize people to sue or file grievances against uncivil lawyers.

By Angela Morris

3 minute read