Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

Senior reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys covers the business of law in Texas. Contact her at [email protected] On Twitter: @BrendaSJeffreys

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June 24, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Akin Expands Houston Capital Markets Practice With Kirkland Partner

Bryan Flannery, who joined Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld on Monday, said he was attracted to the firm's financial strength, long history of leadership in the energy sector, and recent focus on growth and attracting top talent.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

2 minute read

June 21, 2024 | The American Lawyer

McKool Smith Issues Mid-Year Bonuses

"We know it's been a busy 2024 and want to show our appreciation for your contribution to the firm's continued success and the success of our clients," firm Chair David Sochia wrote in a memo provided to The American Lawyer.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

June 18, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Paul Hastings Adds Vinson & Elkins Litigation Partner in Dallas

At Paul Hastings' Dallas office, Vinson & Elkins partner Manuel Berrelez joins a large finance team that moved to Paul Hastings in Dallas and Houston in March.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

June 18, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Akin Elects Co-Chairs to Succeed Longtime Chair Kim Koopersmith

On April 1, 2025, London corporate partner Daniel Walsh and New York financial restructuring partner Abid Qureshi will put their firm leadership experience to use as the firm's new co-chairs.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

June 17, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Foley Expands in Texas With 2 Jackson Walker Litigators, Jones Walker Finance Lawyer

Jackson Walker litigators Trey McDonald of Houston and James McFall of Dallas joined Foley & Lardner because their clients had needs better met at a firm with a larger platform.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

June 14, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Pro Bono Hours Ticked Upward in 2023, But Still Trail Pre-Pandemic Participation

"There were several dips in law firm pro bono engagement during and immediately after the pandemic, but that appears to be turning a corner."

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

June 13, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Busy in Texas, Polsinelli Adds a Foley Shareholder in Dallas, an Office in Fort Worth

The firm has considered opening an office in Fort Worth for years, and took the opportunity to acquire the four-lawyer Commercial Law Advisors.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

4 minute read

June 11, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

McGinnis Lochridge Adds Executive Director From Midsize Oklahoma Law Firm

Silvano Parducci said he sees great opportunity as executive director of Austin-founded McGinnis Lochridge, because the Texas market is a 'hotbed' right now.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

June 11, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Cooley Grows Compensation, Benefits Practice With Cadwalader, Wilson Sonsini Partners

Cooley adds partners in Washington, D.C., and San Diego as the firm's public company clients are seeking advice on increasingly complete compensation and benefits matters.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

June 07, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Spending Too Much Time on Emails? This Pillsbury IP Partner Developed an AI Tool to Solve the Problem

Josh Tucker, a Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman IP partner in Austin, had one goal: "I want to be able to yell at my computer and make it do what I want."

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

4 minute read

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