Shannon H. Ratliff, a shareholder in Davis, Gerald & Cremer in Austin, was recognized by the State Bar of Texas board of directors with a resolution. Dr. Kyle Longley, the new director of the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin, presented the resolution to Ratliff during the State Bar’s quarterly meeting Sept. 28 in Austin. Ratliff has been a trial and appellate attorney for more than 50 years. He focuses on complex oil and gas, securities and general commercial litigation.

Kim Askew, partner in K&L Gates in Dallas, and Leslie Darby, a partner in Kelly Hart Hallman in Fort Worth, are among recipients of a “Top 50 Women Lawyers Award” presented by the National Diversity Council on Sept. 25. The award recognizes female attorneys who “have made a difference through their achievements and exemplify the ability to excel in the legal arena.” Askew’s primary practice area involves complex commercial litigation and disputes. She is a former chair of the State Bar of Texas board of directors. Darby focuses her practice on brand management, including the procurement, protection, enforcement and management of domestic and international trademark rights.