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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May 26, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

Now What? Appeal Raised Over Tech Glitches During Hybrid In-Person, Zoom Trial

"Persistent technical difficulties throughout the trial made it impossible for lead counsel to effectively present Kinder Morgan's case," argued Kinder Morgan Production Co. in its appellate brief.

By Angela Morris

4 minute read

May 26, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

2 Lawyers, 2 Stories: Dallas Lawyer Charged With Soliciting Work From Jailed Attorney

"We were trying to post her bond. Apparently, her family didn't want to pay it. They upset her, and she filed a complaint against me," said the Dallas attorney, who is facing a lawyer discipline lawsuit.

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May 25, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

Court's Expansion of Attorney Immunity Could Change How Texas Lawyers Practice

"I think we are probably going to see an increase in recitations in transactions that you understand and the other party understands we have differing interests in this transaction," said Blank Rome partner Susan Bickley of Houston.

By Angela Morris

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May 25, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

'Swords Down': Houston Lawyer Quentin Smith Is Raring to Be Back Inside a Courtroom

Vinson & Elkins partner Quentin Smith of Houston said in the pandemic, some litigants "put their swords down" as their cases languished without upcoming trial dates. Once they can get good trial dates again, it opens a chance to resolve matters.

By Angela Morris

6 minute read

May 25, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

Zip It: High Court Sheds Light on What Lawyers Should NOT Say During PR Campaigns

"From a purely risk management standpoint--to minimize their risk—[lawyers] should not be publicizing allegations they make in lawsuits to the press or media," said legal-malpractice lawyer Billy Shepherd.

By Angela Morris

5 minute read

May 24, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

Litigating COVID-19 Deaths? Take Note of This Defense

Tyson Foods Inc. argued the case should be in federal court because its two Texas meatpacking facilities operated as designated "critical infrastructure" by federal agencies and even then-President Donald Trump.

By Angela Morris

4 minute read

May 21, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

Get to Know Selena Alvarenga, New Judge of Travis County's 460th District Court

"I felt we needed someone on the bench that understood and cared about criminal-justice reform. That was really the impetus for me saying I'm going to run," said 460th District Judge Selena Alvarenga of Austin.

By Angela Morris

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May 20, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

'Can She Compel Us to a Remote Jury Trial?' Case Points to Pandemic-Related Nuances

"Taking this case off the non-jury docket which has no backlog and is up to date and resetting the case for a jury trial at some future date would delay the trial most likely by years," ruled 270th District Judge Dedra Davis of Houston in an order that has been overturned on appeal.

By Angela Morris

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May 19, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

Chinese Software Maker Hits TikTok With Copyright Litigation

"The TikTop app consists of plaintiff's proprietary information, trade secrets and reproduced software codes," alleged Beijing Meishe Network Technology Co.

By Angela Morris

4 minute read

May 19, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

Six Flags Wants Insurer Travelers Casualty to Cover $2.89 Million in Attorney Fees

Six Flags is suing its insurance company to recoup at least $2.89 million in attorney fees that it paid to firms like Kirkland & Ellis and Perkins Coie.

By Angela Morris

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