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Rebuilding Faith in the Legal System

by Margo Pierce

Burg Simpson lawyers discuss what drives them to fight for consumers and significant cases in their consumer advocacy.

The Evolving Reproductive Landscape

by Justin Smulison

The Supreme Court’s thunderclap Dobbs decision sent abortion policy nationwide into utterly unfamiliar terrain. The ruling also has a colossal effect on surrogates, intended parents and anyone involved in family planning given the patchwork of state laws likely to emerge. What’s a family law attorney to do?

Head Games

by Paul D. Friedman

How the science of traumatic brain injuries has improved in recent decades—and what those advances might mean for victims of these horrific ailments in the courtroom.

Protecting the Public: Burg Simpson

by Justin Smulison

Burg Simpson founder and three-time Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” honoree Michael S. Burg discusses the impact of the firm’s national cases and how its trial lawyers continue to add to the firm’s 45-year legacy.

Dedicated Advisors and Advocates

by John Fields

Best Lawyers recipient Joseph F. Brophy continually instills confidence in his clients, representing a wide range of individuals and businesses in Austin.

Making a Difference

by John Fields

Best Lawyers®* honoree Randall H. Scarlett on his firm’s long history of helping those injured or wronged at the hands of others.

New Texas Law Opens Door for Non-Lawyers to Practice

by Gregory Sirico

Texas is at a critical turning point in addressing longstanding legal challenges. Could licensing paralegals to provide legal services to low-income and rural communities close the justice gap?

Florida Amends Statewide Cybersecurity and Ransomware Act

by Gregory Sirico

A closer look at a Florida act's amendments to strengthen cybersecurity and ransomware requirements across the state.

In the News Weekly Roundup: Millions in Fund for Native American Farmers

by Best Lawyers

This week in news from our listed attorneys, millions are set aside in a fund for Native American farmers after a winnning class action suit.

Premarital Agreements: More than just a Divorce Document

by Leonce A. Richard

Drafting a premarital agreement should instead focus on a collaborative effort of two people coming together to create a “life plan” with regard to forming a lifetime partnership.

The Most Common Employment Law Disputes and How to Avoid Them

by Christopher Houk

Role of the Immigration Lawyer in the Age of Trump

by Cyrus Mehta

Water Futures

by John Ettorre

By themselves, desalination, conservation, and system re-engineering won't solve our water puzzle. But together, they just might work.

Understanding the Benefits of Copyright Registration

by Aaron Haar and Maria Crimi Speth

If you aren't registering your copyrights with the United States Copyright Office, you're missing out on additional protections.

Immigration Worksite Enforcement to Increase in 2018

by Christopher L. Thomas

Immigration Worksite Enforcement Set to Intensify in 2018: Employers Must Strengthen Compliance Programs

Beyond Business: The Personal Touch in M&A Transactions

by Justin Smulison

The stakes are always high in a business transaction because real people are often embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime event. Tiffany & Bosco M&A/Business Solutions Practice Group co-chairs Jim O’Sullivan and May Lu discuss their approach to helping business leaders make life-changing decisions and how professional partnerships strengthen their results.