Originally published by Austin Monitor On Oct 1., the Travis County Commissioners Court approved a $469,559 contract for a residential substance use treatment program for women, using the state’s opioid abatement funds. The contract is the first time an inpatient residential resource has been available in Austin for low-income adults struggling with addiction since Austin Recovery shuttered in August 2020. …
Originally published by The Texas Tribune Texas’ sprawling prison and criminal justice system is facing a dangerous staffing crisis that puts inmates and staff at risk — and it could soon run out of room to house the projected number of incarcerated people, according to the state commission that reviews the performance of Texas agencies. The 189-page report documents severe staffing …
In honor of Veteran’s Day, the Austin Bar wishes to thank all of our veteran members. Dominic Castillo U.S. Air Force Veteran Dominic Castillo served in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman First Class from 2000 to 2002, where he specialized as a munitions systems apprentice focusing on precision guidance munitions. During his service, he earned the National Defense …
The Supreme Court of Texas convened Oct. 1-3, 2024, and heard oral arguments from several Austin Bar members. Bertucci v. Watkins Procedure-Appellate – Waiver Steven A. Fleckman Munck Wilson Mandala for Petitioner Elizabeth G. “Heidi” Bloch Greenberg Traurig for Respondent/Cross-petitioner These cross-petitions raise issues of briefing waiver and whether fiduciary duties are owed among business partners. Bertucci and Watkins founded several …
The following are summaries of selected opinions issued by the Texas Supreme Court in September 2024. These summaries are prepared by court staff as a courtesy and are not a substitute for the actual opinions. The summaries are overviews of the opinions; please review the entire opinions. ADMINISTRATIVE LAW: Administrative Procedure Act Tex. Dep’t of State Health Servs. v. Kensington …
The Austin Young Lawyers Association (AYLA) held its annual Evening with the Judiciary at Chateau Bellevue on Thursday, Sept. 26. For more than 20 years, this reception has been a signature event where AYLA members have the opportunity to share an evening of food and conversation with local, state, and federal judges. We also thank our generous and loyal sponsors …
The legal profession is often associated with prestige, financial success, and intellectual rigor. However, behind the veneer of professional accomplishment, many lawyers grapple with intense pressures, burnout, and stress throughout their careers. When they retire, these challenges often don’t disappear. In fact, for many, retirement can exacerbate underlying mental health and substance abuse issues, leading to a crisis that demands …
Kudos Congratulations to the following, who were among those named by Texas Lawyer as “Lawyer of the Year” in their respective practice fields in and around Austin: Thomas K. Anson Energy Regulatory Law Tom Anson practices state and federal energy and utility law at Clark Hill. He assists companies and governmental bodies on regulatory, transactional, and litigation matters involving electricity …
Hi, I’m Carly, and by the grace of a Power much smarter than me, I have been in a 12-step recovery program since April 30, 2011. I have never publicly disclosed my sobriety despite it being a part of my life about which I am most proud, most protective, and for which I am most profoundly grateful. Yet, I have …
Judge Julie Kocurek of the 390th District Court has been named the 2024 recipient of the William H. Rehnquist Award for Judicial Excellence. The award is given by the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) and is one of the country’s highest judicial honors. The recipient is decided by the Governance and Nominations Committee of NCSC’s board of directors, which …