I once asked several of our claims attorneys to identify the top habits they felt new lawyers should develop from day one. With one exception, their list covered what I expected. And yet, the more I thought about that one
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Sponsored Content: Objection, Overruled: Why AI Belongs in Your Law Firm
Lawyers didn’t enter the profession to chase down templates or reformat documents. Yet, loads of time is still spent on work that doesn’t require legal expertise. That’s where Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes your practical best friend. Repetitive tasks? Offloaded. Brainpower?
Charting the Course: Building the State Bar of Texas AI Toolkit
In June 2025, my term as chair of the State Bar of Texas Taskforce for Responsible AI in the Law (TRAIL) concluded. It was a privilege to lead this dedicated group of attorneys, judges, and paralegals during a defining moment
Mike Hatchell receives 2025 Chief Justice Jack Pope Professionalism Award
Mike Hatchell is the recipient of the 2025 Chief Justice Jack Pope Professionalism Award, presented by the Texas Center for Legal Ethics. Hatchell was honored during the 30th annual Texas Supreme Court Historical Society’s John Hemphill Dinner on September 5
State Bar of Texas Executive Committee to meet September 4
The State Bar of Texas Executive Committee will meet at 10 a.m. CDT on September 4 at the Texas Law Center in Austin. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed live on the State Bar of
Artificial intelligence as a tertiary source
In this article, I propose a useful way for the legal profession to think about artificial intelligence (AI). I describe how the technology works and how lawyers currently tend to classify material, before arguing that AI should be treated as
Texans’ continued commitment provides a brighter future to children who experience foster care
During World War I, my great-grandfather left his ranch in Edwards County traveling 150 miles toward San Antonio. He was on a mission to send his 16-year-old daughter by train another 300 miles to Denton and what is now Texas
Ethical AI integration for Texas attorneys: a practical guide to confidentiality, data privacy, and export controls
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Attorneys should consult the relevant rules and seek specific guidance as needed.
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in Texas legal practice is transforming research,
Texas Board of Legal Specialization appoints Tammy Moon new board chair
The Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) announced the appointment of Tammy Moon as 2025-2026 chair of its board of directors. Joining her on the board are State Bar of Texas Past President Cindy V. Tisdale and G. Scott Fiddler.
Burnout prevention for family law attorneys
As a young attorney, I recognized the pervasive issue of burnout within the legal profession and made a conscious decision to cultivate a different firm culture. Rejecting the traditional model of relentless work hours, I committed to prioritizing a healthy