Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

Senior reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys covers the business of law in Texas. Contact her at [email protected] On Twitter: @BrendaSJeffreys

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September 17, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Michael Best Adds Nebraska Office in Combination With Venture Capital Boutique

All six lawyers of Enterprise Legal Studio, a venture capital boutique founded by Bart Dillashaw, have moved to Milwaukee-founded Michael Best & Friedrich.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

September 16, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Vinson & Elkins Grabs 2 Cadwalader Securities Litigators, Including Global Litigation Group Chair

Jason Halper, chair of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft's global litigation group, joined Vinson & Elkins as a partner in New York on Monday, along with special counsel Sara (Bussiere) Brauerman.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

September 16, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Midlevel Associates at Akin, Susman Godfrey Give High Marks to Firms in Survey

In the 2024 Midlevel Associates Survey, Texas-founded firms Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld and Susman Godfrey are among the highest-ranked firms, based on the survey of associate job satisfaction.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

September 12, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

King & Spalding Grows in Texas With 6 Partners from 3 Law Firms

A Vinson & Elkins litigation partner, a Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom energy transactions partner, and four Butler Snow product liability and mass torts partners joined King & Spalding in Austin, Dallas and Houston this week.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

5 minute read

September 10, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Big Law Firms Expand Energy, Infrastructure Teams in Houston

Bracewell and Clifford Chance both hired lawyers who do work for energy and infrastructure clients, as hiring in those sectors in Texas continues at a rapid clip.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

2 minute read

September 09, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Vinson & Elkins Launches Office in Dublin, a Global Hub for Aviation Finance Practice

David Berkery, who joined Vinson & Elkins in 2022 as an aviation finance partner in New York, will lead the Dublin office.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

September 09, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Brown Rudnick Adds Michelman & Robinson Oil and Gas Trial Partner in Houston

Lauren Varnado, who joined Michelman & Robinson in 2022 to launch its Houston office, moved to Brown Rudnick as a partner in Houston, in part due to its deep trial bench.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

2 minute read

September 06, 2024 | Pro Mid Market

Midsize Firms Claim Attorney Disengagement Has Yet to Hit Them Even as Some Offer Remote Options

Midsize firm leaders in Florida and Texas, two booming legal markets, are targeting policies around fostering a cooperative work environment instead of cracking down on remote work as a response to attorney disengagement.

By Alexander Lugo, Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

4 minute read

September 06, 2024 | The American Lawyer

With Locke Lord, Troutman Pepper Merger OK'd, Firms Have Much to Decide Before January Launch

While Locke Lord and Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders are set to merge on Jan. 1, 2025, firm leaders remain focused on finishing 2024 strong.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys | Amanda O'Brien

5 minute read

September 05, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Client Conflicts May Have Led Some to Leave Locke Lord as Merger Talks Unfold

As in many mergers, conflicts may prompt departures as the Am Law 100 firm continues merger talks with Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders. The firms are aiming to close the deal by the end of this year.

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys

3 minute read

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