Austin Bar Blog

Civil District Judicial Forum – Today at 12 pm
It’s not too late to register for the live forum today. You’re invited to this exclusive member only event to hear directly from the candidates running in the 261st, 419th, and 455th court elections. Participants will earn 0.5 CLE credits.
Moderator: Patrick Keel
Candidates: Daniella DeSeta Lyttle, Eugene Clayborn, Judge Catherine Mauzy, Laurie Eiserloh, Pam Davis, Judge Cleve Doty, Judge Madeleine Connor
 
Criminal District Courts Judicial Forum – Recording
Did you miss the Criminal District Courts Forum with candidates from the 331st and 403rd courts on January 28th? Watch the replay for 0.5 CLE credits through the on-demand CLE library. Members must be logged in to view the on-demand page.
Moderator: Judge Dave Phillips
Candidates: Judge Chantal Eldridge, Jessica Huynh, Judge Brandy Mueller, Craig Moore
 
Criminal County Courts Judicial Forum – Recording
Did you miss the Criminal County Courts Forum with candidates from the 4th, 5th, and 6th county courts on February 3rd? Watch the replay for 0.5 CLE credits through the on-demand CLE library. Members must be logged in to view the on-demand page.
Moderator: Judge Bob Perkins
Candidates: Judge Dimple Malhotra, Jana Ortega, Tanisa Jeffers, Mary Ann Espiritu, Leslie Boykin, Denise Hernandez, and Judge Nick Chu (candidate for Justice of the Peace Precinct 5)

Austin Lawyer: Stay Connected! Get the latest news from the judicial community in Travis County. In the February issue of Austin Lawyer read about why sharing your skill through volunteerism is important, adapting to change, upcoming events, AYLA and more. Read the latest issue here.

Thursday | February 17th | 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Star Bar – 600 W. 6th Street

Sponsored by: Kim Tindall & Associates

The Austin Bar Association is accepting nominations for the following awards to be given at the Annual Gala on Friday, April 22nd:

David H. Walter Community Excellence Award – The award is given by the Austin Bar Foundation Board to an Austin Bar member who has recently made a significant impact in the community and, at the same time, raised the profile of the profession.

Larry F. York Mentoring Award – The award honors a Central Texas lawyer or judge who has demonstrated exceptional skill and generosity in mentoring younger members of the bar.

The Distinguished Lawyer Award – Recognizes the dedication and hard work of an attorney who has practiced for 30 years or more and significantly contributed to the profession and the community.

Please send name, short bio, and reason for nomination to DeLaine Ward by February 18th.

The Austin Bar Association will a host a series of judicial forums for candidates seeking judicial office in Travis County. These are virtual events for “members only” allowing you to hear from the candidates themselves. You can also earn .50 MCLE credit for each forum.

Current List of Scheduled Forums and Registration
(all forums are held 12:00 pm-1:30 pm CT)

Thursday | February 3, 2022

Tuesday | February 8, 2022

Each year we present three awards for outstanding community and professional service, and mentoring. Know a deserving person in the community who should be recognized? Nominate someone today for one of our four awards: Liberty Bell (awarded to a non- lawyer), Outstanding Young Lawyer, and AYLA Mentor. Nomination forms are due Friday, March 4.

Mentor's Award Form | Service Award Form

Are you interested in a leadership role in AYLA? Nominations are now open for the 2022-2023 bar year for both Officers (President-Elect, Secretary and Treasurer) and Directors (4 positions). Nomination forms are due on Friday, March 4.

Election Rules | Election Form

The Ethics Challenge Revisited – How Well Do You Know the Rules? Part II

Thursday, February 17, 2022 | 7:30 am - 8:30 am

To RSVP and receive the Zoom link please email Joseph Gagen.

Austin Bar and AYLA Members are invited to attend “Travis County Court Townhall – Returning to the Courthouse.” Chat with Travis County Civil, Family, and Criminal Court Judges to discuss the return to in-person proceedings and other updates in the New Year. Attendees will be able to choose their breakout room in accordance with their area of practice to speak directly with the judges.

March 4, 2022 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT

Register Here.

Our annual Judicial Preference Poll deployed on Jan. 24 and runs through Feb. 4th. Your input is valued! Please take time to complete the poll. Make your voice heard. Click here for names of candidates seeking office. This list may be subject to change before the primary election.

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