Announcements
New IADC Defense Counsel Journal Articles Examine Witness Testimony, Crisis Management and Sandra Day O’Connor’s Arbitration Legacy
AnnouncementsThe International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) has published the first-quarter 2022 edition of its Defense Counsel Journal, including articles about trends in expert witness testimony, crisis management, and the arbitration legacy of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor.
Chamberlain Hrdlicka Hires First Director of Attorney Recruiting and Professional Development
AnnouncementsChamberlain Hrdlicka is pleased to welcome Andrew Gadd as the Firm’s first Director of Attorney Recruiting and Professional Development. Gadd will be based out of the Atlanta office and will work firmwide.
Bradley Partner Dick Sayles Inducted into the Lawdragon Hall of Fame
AnnouncementsVeteran Dallas trial lawyer Dick Sayles is being inducted into the Lawdragon Hall of Fame class of 2022. The prestigious honor is the latest recognition for Mr. Sayles, who has developed a national reputation based on his trailblazing work in the courtroom and commitment to the legal profession.
Steptoe Continues Expansion of M&A and General Corporate Practices With Addition of Jim Modlin
AnnouncementsSteptoe continues corporate and M&A practice growth with addition of Jim Modlin as a partner in the New York office
Steptoe Welcomes Distinguished Trial Lawyer Elyse Echtman to Leading Commercial Litigation Practice
AnnouncementsLeading commercial litigator Elyse Echtman joins Steptoe as a partner in the New York office
Rebecca L. Palmer Law Group Continues to Add Top Talent, Hires Amanda Gonzalez
AnnouncementsThe Rebecca L. Palmer Law Group is pleased to announce the addition of administrative specialist Amanda Gonzalez to its talented team of legal professionals. Gonzalez brings over seven years of extensive experience, specializing in firm billing, management, and family law.
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson’s David Findley Receives Board Certification in Family Law
AnnouncementsOrsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson Family Law attorney David Findley has earned board certification in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Pashman Stein Walder Hayden Welcomes Securities Regulatory Partner Jerome M. Selvers
AnnouncementsJerome M. Selvers has joined Pashman Stein Walder Hayden (Pashman Stein) as a partner and chair of the firm’s new Securities Regulatory Enforcement & Litigation practice.
Lisa Thomas Elevated to Name Partner at Houston Trial Boutique
AnnouncementsLisa Thomas has been added as a name partner of the respected Houston-based trial boutique now known as Cadwell Clonts Reeder & Thomas.
Nick Monaghan Appointed to Serve as Managing Member of Dykema’s San Antonio Office
AnnouncementsDykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that Nick Monaghan, a member of the firm’s corporate and finance practice group, has been appointed to serve as Managing Member of Dykema’s San Antonio office.
GREENSFELDER ELEVATES THREE ATTORNEYS TO OFFICER FOR 2022
AnnouncementsGREENSFELDER ELEVATES THREE ATTORNEYS TO OFFICER FOR 2022
Shalanna Pirtle Named Parker Poe’s Chief Talent, Diversity & Inclusion Officer
AnnouncementsParker Poe is pleased to announce the creation of its first C-suite role overseeing all aspects of talent management, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) – reflecting the firm’s commitment to those matters at the highest levels, current Parker Poe Partner Shalanna Pirtle.
Houston Appellate Lawyer Joins Alexander Dubose & Jefferson
AnnouncementsTexas appellate firm Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP is pleased to welcome Marisa Cruz Hurd to the firm’s Houston office.
GREENSFELDER ELEVATES THREE ATTORNEYS TO OFFICER FOR 2022
AnnouncementsGREENSFELDER ELEVATES THREE ATTORNEYS TO OFFICER FOR 2022
Emily S. Horn Joins Bradley as Partner
AnnouncementsEmily S. Horn has joined Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP as a partner in the firm’s Corporate & Securities Practice Group.
Blank Rome Welcomes New Corporate, M&A, and Securities Of Counsel in Washington, D.C.
AnnouncementsJames H. Adkins has joined Blank Rome LLP’s Washington, D.C., office as of counsel in the firm’s national Corporate, M&A, and Securities group.
Bradley Adds Erik M. Coon and David T. Long Jr. to D.C. Office
AnnouncementsErik M. Coon and David T. Long Jr. have joined Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP as associates in the firm’s Washington, D.C., office.
Seasoned Trial Attorneys Denman Heard, Derek Merman Form Heard Merman Law Firm
AnnouncementsVeteran trial lawyers and longtime colleagues Denman Heard and Derek Merman have formed Heard Merman, a law firm focused on compassionate and aggressive representation of people catastrophically injured by the negligent actions of others.
False Claims Act remains a key DOJ enforcement tool, warns new FCA Guide
AnnouncementsGlobal law firm Hogan Lovells released the “False Claims Act Guide: 2021 and the Road Ahead,” which looks at key legal developments and how they are likely to impact FCA enforcement in the coming year. The firm also released a series of podcasts in connection with the FCA Guide.
Frilot LLC Partner Angela Bowlin Joins International Association of Defense Counsel
AnnouncementsAngela “Angie” M. Bowlin, a partner at Frilot LLC in New Orleans, has accepted an invitation to join the International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC), the preeminent invitation-only global legal organization for attorneys who represent corporate and insurance interests.




