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10 Cantey Hanger attorneys named Super Lawyers

FORT WORTH, TX – Ten Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been named Texas Super Lawyers for 2020 by…

Recently Enacted House Bill 1532 Brings Increased Regulation to Non-Profit Healthcare Organizations

David K. Speed and John D. Robinson In 2019, the 86th Legislature enacted a law which affects certain…

Update: U.S. Department of Labor Issues Revised Regulations Regarding the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

On Friday, September 11, 2020, the United States Department of Labor (the “Department”) issued revised regulations intended to…

[UPDATED 9/02/2020] A Chronological Summary of Actions taken by Gov. Abbott and TX State Agencies in Response to COVID-19

[UPDATED 9/02/2020] The following is a summary of actions taken by Texas’ executive branch, including the Governor and…

‘Best Lawyers’ recognizes 8 Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys

FORT WORTH, TX. – Eight Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been included in the 27th edition of The…

Andrew Scott has Written an Article “What is “Surface Water” and Why Does it Matter?” Appearing in the August, 2020 Edition of the Austin Construction News

This article appears in the August, 2020 edition of the Austin Construction News online publication. By J. Andrew Scott…

Andrew Scott has Written an Article “Think Twice before Negotiating an Insurance Claim” Appearing in the July, 2020 Edition of the Austin Construction News

This article appears in the July, 2020 edition of the Austin Construction News online publication. Consider this scenario:…

Three Cantey Hanger Lawyers Honored as Part of Fort Worth Inc. Magazine 400 Most Influential People

Congratulations Laura Hallmon, Brian Newby and Ralph Duggins on your selection to Inc.’s Fort Worth 400 Most Influential…

Bostock v. Clayton County: Fundamental Shift or Preservation of the Status Quo? What religious organizations need to know about hiring after Bostock

On June 15, 2020, the United State Supreme Court handed down its opinion in Bostock v. Clayton County,…

Bryan David Elected Secretary of the Aviation Section of the State Bar of Texas

Cantey Hanger would like to congratulate partner, Bryan David, for being elected to serve as the Secretary of…

Machir Stull Speaks to the Tarrant County Bar Association Real Estate Section

On June 16, 2020, Cantey Hanger bankruptcy partner, Machir Stull, gave a presentation to the TCBA Real Estate…

Cantey Hanger’s Julie Sherman Wins State’s Pro Bono Award

FORT WORTH, TX –Julie K. Sherman, a board certified paralegal at Cantey Hanger L.L.P., is the lone recipient…

16 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Honored by Peers as Top Attorneys

Sixteen Cantey Hanger attorneys have been recognized by peers in the annual 360 West Magazine Top Attorney edition…

The Continuing Impact of COVID-19 on Child Custody: Must I Exchange My Child for Summer Visitation?

Amid the rapidly evolving coronavirus pandemic, parents who share custody of their children continue to face new challenges….

Cantey Hanger Lawyer Derek Carson Recognized as Rising Star

Cantey Hanger Partner, Derek Carson, has been recognized as a “Texas Rising Star” for 2020 by Texas Super…

Cantey Hanger Partner Valdez Accepted to Prestigious Group

FORT WORTH, TX –Ryan Valdez, a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP, has been accepted as a member of…

Snap Removals: The Fifth Circuit Opens Federal Courts to Quick-Removing Diverse Defendants

The federal removal statutes preclude a case from being removed if a local defendant has been “properly joined…

Bankruptcy Changes in the CARES Act

In March 2020, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”).  The CARES…

Governor Abbott Begins to Reopen Texas: Key Provisions in the Governor’s Latest Orders

On April 27, 2020 Governor Greg Abbott hosted a press conference at which he announced “Phase I” of…

Cantey Hanger attorney Tatum Jr. hired by EPA Region 6

FORT WORTH, TX – Stephen L. Tatum, Jr., a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP, has accepted the Assistant…

Healthcare Providers: Key Considerations before Accepting Provider Relief Funds

On April 10, 2020, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) started distributing $30 billion of…

Texas Executive Order GA-16:  COVID-19 and “Re-opened services”

With the issuance of Executive Order GA-16, Texas has started to loosen the COVID-19-related restrictions on certain business…

Trump’s tweet and COVID-19 effects on immigration

The President’s Proclamation Suspending Entry of Immigrants into the U.S. has now been issued and is effective at…

Eight-Corners and Extrinsic Evidence: Never… Sometimes… Maybe?

This article appears online at law.com published on April 21, 2020. The eight-corners rule is an obvious, self-explanatory…

COVID-19 Insights: Legal Analysis and Updates

As the COVID-19 pandemic and governmental responses to it change, the firm will refresh this page with content…

Should My Church Apply for a PPP/EIDL Loan?

Frequently Asked Questions The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”) was signed into law by…

Questions Businesses Ask their Attorneys During a Crisis, a TechFW TechNest Webinar

Cantey Hanger Partner and Chair of the firm’s Business, Tax and Estates section, Doug Clayton, is participating in…

The Supreme Court of Texas Affirms the Freedom of Contract

In January and February, the Supreme Court of Texas published two decisions that focus squarely on the freedom…

SBA Paycheck Protection Program under the CARES Act

On March 27, 2020, President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”)….

Essential 2.0: Governor Abbott Issues Statewide Order

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued Executive Order GA-14, which became effective today, April 2, 2020.  This order…

Breaking Down the COVID-19 Loan Programs: Economic Injury Disaster Loan versus Paycheck Protection Program

On March 25, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Small Business Administration (“SBA”) had included the state…

Avenues for Tenant Relief When Business is Closed by Local Order

  The following, non-exclusive list presents potential remedies for tenants who are still obligated to pay rent while…

Are Businesses Due Compensation for Damages Caused by Stay-at-Home Orders Resulting from COVID-19?

 As the threat of COVID-19 virus spreads, local governments throughout North Texas ordered many businesses—such as retail, restaurants,…

Travelers Beware: Think Twice Before Leaving Texas

Travelers contemplating traveling outside of Texas in the coming weeks should think twice before doing so.  Or, if…

Analyzing Whether Your Business is “Essential” Under Local Shelter-in-Place Orders

Many local governments are issuing shelter-in-place-style orders in response to Covid-19.  Typically, these orders have a blanket prohibition that…

Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave Requirements

On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was signed into law as one of…

Texas Medical Board Passes Emergency Rules to Enforce Prohibition of Elective Procedures

Late yesterday, the Texas Medical Board (“TMB”) adopted rules to enforce the Texas Governor’s Executive Order and its…

Andrew Scott Joins Cantey Hanger LLP Litigation Group

FORT WORTH, TX – Attorney Andrew Scott has joined Cantey Hanger LLP as an associate in the firm’s…

Pardon My French, The Application of Force Majeure for General Contractors Dealing with COVID-19

The coronavirus (“COVID-19”) pandemic has impacted almost every corner of the world, requiring businesses of all sizes to…

SEC Offers Relief for Companies Impacted by COVID-19

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) is following suit to other agencies and providing regulatory relief…

SBA Disaster Assistance Loans for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

On Thursday, March 12, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (the “SBA”) announced that it would work directly…

EEOC Guidance for Employers on impact of COVID-19

As we await the fate in the Senate of the revised proposed Families First Coronavirus Response Act legislation,…

Cantey Hanger joins in celebration of Black History Month

Managing Partner Brian Newby joined Tarrant County Judge Ken Newell and retired Judge Louis Sturns, with Dr. Geoffrey…

Cantey Hanger Partner Machir Stull Presents to the TCBA Corporate Counsel Section

On February 12, 2020, Cantey Hanger partner Machir Stull gave a presentation to the TCBA Corporate Counsel Section…

Attorney Doug Clayton Named Chair of TechFW Board

FORT WORTH, TX. – Doug Clayton, a Partner at Cantey Hanger LLP law firm, has been elected to…

Derek Carson Newest Partner at Cantey Hanger Law Firm

FORT WORTH, TX – Derek Carson has been selected a Partner at Cantey Hanger LLP. ”Derek is a…

The California Consumer Privacy Act (the “CCPA”) became effective on January 1, 2020, it will not become enforceable until July 1, 2020

Although the California Consumer Privacy Act (the “CCPA”) became effective on January 1, 2020, it will not become…

Fredricks to Lead Cantey Hanger Litigation Section

FORT WORTH, TX – Partner Scott Fredricks has been selected Chair of the Litigation Section at Cantey Hanger…

Cantey Hanger Attorney appointed to Texas Sunset Advisory Commission

Lt. Governor Dan Patrick has appointed Cantey Hanger partner Ralph Duggins to serve as the new public member…

As of January 1, 2020, the “Boeing Loophole” has been closed

In 2019, the Texas legislature passed a number of bills which are likely to impact disclosure requirements under…

Cantey Hanger was the presenting sponsor of the Tarrant County Bar Association Women Attorneys Section Holiday Luncheon

Cantey Hanger was the presenting sponsor of the Tarrant County Bar Association Women Attorneys Section Holiday Luncheon on…

Cantey Hanger attorney, Hon. Jason Boatright makes a presentation at the State Bar Appellate Section reception

Cantey Hanger attorney, Hon. Jason Boatright makes a presentation at the State Bar Appellate Section reception with the…

12 Cantey Hanger Lawyers Named as Top Attorneys in Fort Worth Magazine

Cantey Hanger congratulates 12 of its lawyers for being named “Top Attorneys for 2019” published by Fort Worth Magazine. …

13 Cantey Hanger Lawyers Named Top Attorneys for 2019 in 360 West Magazine

Cantey Hanger is pleased to announce 13 of our lawyers being named Top Attorneys for 2019, published by…

Cantey Hanger Partner Served on a Panel at the Bi-Annual Dallas-Fort Worth Joint Appellate Seminar

Cantey Hanger Partner, Steve Tatum, served on a panel at the Bi-Annual Dallas-Fort Worth Joint Appellate Seminar hosted…

Brooke Hubbard joins Cantey Hanger Law Firm

FORT WORTH, TX –Brooke Hubbard has joined Cantey Hanger LLP as an associate in the Litigation Section. She…

Cantey Hanger Assists CarrollCLEAN with a Successful Aquisition

Cantey Hanger, a full-service business law firm, announces the closing of a successful acquisition of Tomco-Harwel Industries Inc….

When is an Oil & Gas Joint Venture Interest a Security? By: Douglas W. Clayton Published in Dallas Bar Association’s Headnotes November 2019

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has written an article “When is an Oil & Gas Joint Venture Interest…

Cantey Hanger attorneys practicing in Austin, Texas prepare to celebrate with clients in our historic office building

A good time was had by all.  (Austin office visits are by appointment only.)

Sarah K. Walls To Present at the 2019 Oil & Gas Environmental Conference

Cantey Hanger partner Sarah K. Walls will make a presentation to representatives of the oil and gas industry…

Cantey Hanger Partner leads Baylor Line Foundation

FORT WORTH, TX – Laura Hilton Hallmon, a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP, will be formally installed as…

Fort Worth Inc Magazine Highlights Brian Newby, Cantey Hanger’s Managing Partner

Brian Newby, Cantey Hanger’s new Managing Partner, is featured in an article “Cantey Hanger’s New Sheriff” appearing in…

Partner Doug Clayton named Adjunct Professor at Texas A&M University School of Law

Doug Clayton, a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP and Chairman of the firm’s Business Transactions section, has been…

Cantey Hanger Lawyer, Jason Boatright, Organizes a Reception for Texas Court of Criminal Appeals

Jason Boatright, a partner in Cantey Hanger’s Dallas and Austin Offices, organized a reception in Austin for the…

John D. Robinson joins Cantey Hanger Law Firm

FORT WORTH, TX – John D. Robinson, a 2019 graduate of Texas A&M University School of Law, has…

11 Cantey Hanger attorneys named Super Lawyers

FORT WORTH, TX – Eleven Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been named Texas Super Lawyers for 2019 by…

Three Cantey Hanger Lawyers Named Part of “The 400 – Fort Worth’s Most Influential People”

We are pleased to announce Cantey Hanger Partners, Ralph Duggins, Brian Newby and Michael Appleman, have been named…

The Net Fort Worth Has a Mission to “Develop Healthy, Restorative Relationships”

Cantey Hanger Partner Andy Keetch, right, and Managing Partner Brian Newby, left, with Melissa Ice, the Founder and…

Taking the Reins: Newby Leads Storied Law Firm into Future

Brian Newby, Cantey Hanger’s newly elected managing partner, is featured in an article appearing in The Fort Worth…

‘Best Lawyers’ recognizes 8 Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys

FORT WORTH, Tx – Eight Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been included in the 26th edition of The…

Brian Newby, Cantey Hanger’s New Managing Partner, is Featured in a Fort Worth Star-Telegram Article

Cantey Hanger’s new managing partner, Brian Newby, is featured in a Fort Worth Star-Telegram news piece.  The article…

Supreme Court Decision Gives Businesses Increased Protection from Mandatory Disclosure of Confidential Information

    Cantey Hanger Partner, John Polzer, and Associate Joshua Michaels have collaborated to author an article “Supreme…

Limiting Discovery Before Arbitration

This article was published in the Dallas Bar Association’s Headnotes for July 24, 2019 by John Polzer and…

Partner Bryan David Elected to Leadership Position on Aviation Section Council

Cantey Hanger partner Bryan David was recently elected to serve as the Newsletter/Membership Coordinator of the Aviation Section…

Nhu (Jasmine) T. Vu joins Cantey Hanger as Associate

FORT WORTH, TX – Nhu (Jasmine) T. Vu has joined Cantey Hanger LLP as an Associate in the…

Taylor Anderson joins Cantey Hanger LLP as Partner

Fort Worth, Texas – Taylor Anderson has joined Cantey Hanger LLP   as a partner in the Dallas office….

Allan Howeth Shares a Bit of Fort Worth/Cantey Hanger History

Cantey Hanger was retained in a case for the S. B. Burnett Estate, jointly with the Brown Herman…

John Polzer and Joshua Michaels Present at Transwestern Real Estate

Cantey Hanger Partner, John Polzer, and Associate, Joshua Michaels, gave a presentation today, June 10, 2019, on the…

Immigration News and Updates

This is our Immigration News and Updates page. Please also visit http://canteyhanger.com/practice-areas/immigration-law/ for information about our Immigration practice…

Cantey Hanger LLP Partner Brian Newby Elected to Succeed Michael Appleman as Managing Partner

For immediate release For more information: Brian Newby bnewby@canteyhanger.com FORT WORTH – Brian Newby, who has served in…

Laura Hallmon Selected for Meritas U.S. Leadership Committee

Cantey Hanger is pleased to announce that Laura Hallmon has been selected by Meritas, a global alliance of…

Arbitration Carve Out Clauses: Tips and Traps

Cantey Hanger Partner, John Polzer, has written an article titled “Arbitration Carve Out Clauses: Tips and Traps” which…

Cantey Hanger Partner Jason Boatright Confirmed to Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission

FORT WORTH – The Texas Senate has voted unanimously to confirm Jason Boatright, a partner in the Dallas…

Hot Soup Suit Should Be Iced, Hospital Tells Texas Justices

By Michelle Casady Law360 (April 8, 2019, 4:55 PM EDT) — A Fort Worth hospital has asked the Texas Supreme…

Frequently negotiated deal terms in M&A transactions

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has written an article “Frequently negotiated deal terms in M&A transactions” that appears…

Cantey Hanger Partner Featured by Super Lawyers for Promoting Pro Bono

Cantey Hanger Partner, Philip Vickers, is featured in an article titled “Promoting Pro Bono”.  This article appears in…

Sarah K. Walls to speak at the annual Food+Beverage Environmental Conference

Cantey Hanger partner Sarah K Walls will speak  on  Right-to-Farm, Nuisance Suits against Pork Producers, and Ag-Gag laws…

Four Cantey Hanger Attorneys Selected Rising Stars

FORT WORTH, Tx. – Four Cantey Hanger attorneys have been recognized as “Texas Rising Stars” for 2019 by…

Former Appeals Court Justice Boatright Joins Cantey Hanger

For immediate release For more information: Michael Appleman mappleman@canteyhanger.com DALLAS, TX – Jason Boatright, most recently a Justice…

DALLAS ATTORNEY MR. BRYAN S. DAVID HONORED BY TEXAS BAR FOUNDATION

January 22, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Baillie Hearne (512) 480-8014 bhearne@txbf.org Mr. Bryan S. David with Cantey…

Forum-selection clauses: Tips to enhance the chance for enforcement

Cantey Hanger Partner, John Polzer, along with Associate, Chris Brown, have written an article “Forum-selection clauses: Tips to…

Welcome to the Jungle: The Application of Foreign Law in Aircraft Accident Litigation

Cantey Hanger partner, Bryan David, recently wrote an article about the choice of law.  Though his article focuses…

Cantey Hanger Attorneys Listed in Fort Worth Inc. Magazine

Fort Worth Inc. Magazine’s January/February 2019 edition lists their “Top Attorneys” for 2018.  The “Top Attorneys” from Cantey…

Forbes Notes Firm’s Work on Behalf of ExxonMobil

Forbes recently reported on arguments made in the Fort Worth Court of Appeals in a proceeding filed by…

Brisco, Ross Named Equity Partners at Cantey Hanger LLP

FORT WORTH, TX –Brian Brisco and Joshua Ross have been admitted as equity partners in Cantey Hanger LLP,…

Ashley Parrish Speaking at The Griffin Insurance Technical Forum in London

Cantey Hanger Partner, Ashley Parrish, is leading a discussion regarding “the insured’s failure to read the policy and…

Julie Bergkamp to Speak at TCBA Corporate Counsel Section Luncheon

Cantey Hanger Partner, Julie Bergkamp, will be speaking on “Intellectual Property, The Basics of IP and IP Related…

Rising Corporate Debt and Interest Rates and Possible Implications for So-Called “Zombie” Firms in Our Economy

“On Tuesday, December 11, Cantey Hanger partner Machir Stull gave a presentation to the Fort Worth chapter of…

Cantey Hanger is Recognized as One of 20 Companies in Fort Worth to Break the 100 Year Mark

Fort Worth Magazine, in it’s December 4th online publication, has compiled a list of 20 companies to break…

CONDEMNATION NEWS: Hurricane Harvey Flood Claims Proceed – No Governmental Immunity

In an opinion issued December 4, 2018, the Houston Court of Appeals for the First District of Texas…

15 Cantey Hanger Lawyers have become Fellows of the Tarrant County Bar Foundation in 2018

15 Cantey Hanger Lawyers have become Fellows of the Tarrant County Bar Foundation in 2018, which indicates a…

Immigration Application Denial Rates Jump 37% Under Trump, closely examines USCIS denial rates and trends

Immigration Application Denial Rates Jump 37% Under Trump, closely examines USCIS denial rates and trends

Ralph Duggins Presents Supremacy Clause Argument to the Supreme Court of Texas on Behalf of Sabre

Cantey Hanger litigation leader Ralph Duggins presents Supremacy clause argument to the Supreme Court of Texas on behalf…

Julie Sherman featured in State Bar Pro Bono Spotlight

Posted in the State Bar of Texas – Texas Bar Blog This article was written by Adam Faderewski on October 23,…

Cantey Hanger Attorneys Secure Reversal in Appellate Court

Darrell Noga and Chris Klement received a Memorandum Opinion from the Court of Appeals Fifth District of Texas…

For-Profit Corporation vs. Nonprofit Corporation vs. Social Purpose Corporation vs. Public Benefit Corporation

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton has penned an article “For-Profit Corporation vs. Nonprofit Corporation vs. Social Purpose Corporation…

“Oh Snap!” A Loophole Around the Forum-Defendant Rule

Cantey Hanger attorneys, John Polzer (Partner) and Derek Carson (Associate), have written an article ““Oh Snap!” A Loophole…

Attorneys Littman, Hancock Join Cantey Hanger LLP

FORT WORTH, TX – Attorneys David Littman, Partner, and Katherine (Kate) Hancock, Associate, have joined Cantey Hanger LLP….

What is a reasonable buyout? Update on physician non-compete agreements in Texas

Cantey Hanger Partners, David Speed and Tim Davis, have co-authored an article “What is a reasonable buyout? Update…

Who the Heck Signs Our Stock Certificates?

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has penned an article “Who the Heck Signs Our Stock Certificates?” which appears…

15 Cantey Hanger attorneys named Super Lawyers

FORT WORTH, TX – Fifteen Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been named Texas Super Lawyers for 2018by Texas…

Fort Worth appoints Sports Authority board

Cantey Hanger Of Counsel, Allan Howeth, has been chosen for the Fort Worth Sports Authority Board. This article…

‘Best Lawyers’ recognizes 11 Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys

FORT WORTH, Tx – Eleven Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been included in the 2019 edition of The…

Cantey Hanger Partner, Philip Vickers Sits On A Law Panel Sponsored By The Fort Worth Business Press

Partner, Philip Vickers, sat on a panel hosted and sponsored by The Fort Worth Business Press.  The article regarding…

Associate Michael D. Duran joins Cantey Hanger LLP

FORT WORTH, TX – Michael D. Duran has joined Cantey Hanger LLP as an associate in the firm’s Business,…

Stephen L. Tatum, Jr. joins Cantey Hanger LLP as Partner

FORT WORTH, TX – Stephen L. Tatum, Jr., most recently a Deputy Commissioner of the Texas Commission on Environmental…

Cantey Hanger Attorney to Chair People’s Law School

FORT WORTH, TX – Brian Singleterry, an associate with Cantey Hanger LLP, is the new Chairman of the…

13 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Listed at “Top Attorneys” in the 360West July, 2018 Publication

13 Cantey Hanger Attorneys have been chosen as “Top Attorneys” for 2018 by 360West Magazine’s July, 2018 edition. …

The July/August, 2018 Edition of the Tarrant County Bar Bulletin has Published John Polzer and Derek Carson

Cantey Hanger Partner, John Polzer and Associate, Derek Carson have written an article “‘Oh Snap!’ A Loophole Around…

Partner Mary Barkley re-appointed to State Bar Committee

FORT WORTH, TX – Mary Hazelwood Barkley, a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP, has been appointed for a…

Attorneys Sorenson, Stull join Cantey Hanger

Fort Worth, Texas –Associate attorney Keegan E. Sorenson and partner Machir Stull have joined Cantey Hanger LLP. Sorenson…

Attorney Laura Frase’s “When Strategies Go Awry”, Part 6, published in Mealey’s Fracking Report

Attorney Laura Frase’s “When Strategies Go Awry”, Part 6, published in Mealey’s Fracking Report for April 2018.  You can…

Laura A. Frase to speak at Texas Association of Defense Counsel San Francisco meeting

Laura A. Frase to speak at Texas Association of Defense Counsel’s summer seminar in San Francisco in July,…

ExxonMobil Defeats Personal Jurisdiction Challenges

Cantey Hanger client, ExxonMobil, filed a petition in state court for pre-suit discovery from several California municipalities, including…

The Drag of the Anchor: Diminishing the Negotiating Power of the First Demand

This article, written by Cantey Hanger Of Counsel, Laura Frase, appears in the March/April edition of FW Inc….

Attorney Laura Frase’s “When Strategies Go Awry”, Part 5, published in Mealey’s Litigation Report

Cantey Hanger Partner, Laura Frase has penned an article that has been published by MEALEY’S Litigation Report. You…

Sarah K. Walls To Speak at the 48th Annual Food and Beverage Environmental Conference

Cantey Hanger partner Sarah K. Walls will be speaking at the 48th annual Food and Beverage Environmental  Conference…

Four Cantey Hanger Attorneys Selected Rising Stars

Fort Worth, Texas – Four Cantey Hanger attorneys have been recognized as “Texas Rising Stars” for 2018 by…

Johndroe and Noga Teach Inverse Condemnation, Tort Claims Act and Governmental Immunity at TAMU School of Law.

Cantey Hanger Partners, Mary Colchin Johndroe and Darrell G-M Noga spoke to a Texas A&M University School of…

Attorney Laura Frase’s “When Strategies Go Awry”, Part 4, published in Mealey’s Fracking Report

Cantey Hanger Partner, Laura Frase has penned an article that has been published by MEALEY’S Fracking Report.   You can…

John Polzer Appears in The Fort Worth Business Press With “Mechanic’s liens: How far does the lien reach?“

Cantey Hanger Partner, John Polzer, has written an article “Mechanic’s liens: How far does the lien reach?” which…

Ralph Duggins Has Been Named Chair of Parks and Wildlife Commission by Governor Abbott

Governor Greg Abbott has picked Cantey Hanger Partner, Ralph Duggins, to Chair the Parks and Wildlife Commission. Congratulations…

Laura Frase Appears in the CityBizList Online Publication with an article “The Drag of the Anchor: Diminishing the Negotiating Power of the First Demand”

Cantey Hanger Partner, Laura Frase, has written an article “The Drag of the Anchor: Diminishing the Negotiating Power…

Cantey Hanger Labor & Employment attorney Laura Hallmon achieves Texas Board certification

  FORT WORTH, TX – Laura Hilton Hallmon, a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP, achieved board certification by…

Attorney Laura Frase’s “When Strategies Go Awry”, Part 3, published by Mealey’s

Cantey Hanger Partner, Laura Frase has penned an article that has been published by MEALEY’S Emerging Toxic Torts.   You…

Laura Frase to Speak to the Collin County Bar Association

Thursday, (January 11, 2018) Cantey Hanger Partner, Laura Frase will be presenting to the Corporate Counsel Section Meeting…

Attorney Laura Frase’s “When Strategies Go Awry”, Part 2, published by Mealey’s

Cantey Hanger Partner, Laura Frase has penned an article that has been published by MEALEY’S Emerging Toxic Torts.   You…

“Liability Is Blowin’ in the Wind . . . or Is It?”

Mary Barkley and Chris Brown have published an article in the Texas Bar Journal’s Agriculture Law Issue. The…

Four Associates Join Cantey Hanger LLP

FORT WORTH, TX – Associates Joshua Michaels, Melinda Louque, Brian Singleterry and Grant Austin Dickey have joined Cantey…

Blowing the Whistle on Confidentiality Agreements that Restrict Whistleblowers

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has penned an article “Blowing  the Whistle on Confidentiality Agreements that Restrict Whistleblowers”,…

Attorney Laura Frase’s “When Strategies Go Awry”, Part 1, published by Mealey’s

Cantey Hanger Partner, Laura Frase has penned an article that has been published by MEALEY’S Emerging Toxic Torts. …

Clayton, Bergkamp Named to Leadership Positions

Chair, Vice-Chair of Business, Tax and Estates Section at Cantey Hanger     FORT WORTH, TX –Doug Clayton has…

What’s in a Name (of a Texas Company)?

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has written an article titled “What’s in a Name (of a Texas Company)?”….

Cantey Hanger Secures Summary Judgment Victory Enforcing Shareholder Agreement

Cantey Hanger LLP obtained a summary judgment victory on September 14, 2017 on behalf of its client, a…

Darrell Noga to Speak at the UTA College of Business Ethics Over Breakfast Series

Darrell Noga, a partner with Cantey Hanger in Dallas and a powerhouse in public law will be the featured…

12 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Named Super Lawyers

Twelve Cantey Hanger attorneys have been named Texas Super Lawyers for 2017 by Texas Monthly magazine. The entire…

Sarah Walls Will Speak at the Airport Council International Annual Conference, 2017

Partner Sarah K. Walls will speak  at the Airport Council International Annual Conference at  the Fort Worth Convention…

Takeaways from SEC’s Access to Capital and Market Liquidity Report to Congress

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has written an article “Takeaways from SEC’s Access to Capital and Market Liquidity…

Two Associates Join Cantey Hanger LLP

FORT WORTH, TX – Associates Katie Copeland and Sydnie Shimkus have joined Cantey Hanger LLP. Jordan Parker, Chairman…

Surprising Quirks of Texas Nonprofit Corporation Governing Documents

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton has penned an article titled “Surprising Quirks of Texas Nonprofit Corporation Governing Documents”. It is…

Veteran Trial Lawyer Robert Aldrich Returns to Cantey Hanger

FORT WORTH, TX – After 22 years, veteran trial lawyer and Fort Worth native Robert E. Aldrich, Jr….

Texas Could Show Better Form for Formation

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has written an article that appears in both the citybizlist: Dallas and the…

Securing Discovery from a Texas Non-Party

Frequently Asked Questions By Brian C. Brisco, Associate, Cantey Hanger LLP Texas is one of the few states…

360 West Magazine, July Edition, Names 14 Cantey Hanger Lawyers as Top Attorneys for 2017

360 West Magazine has come out with their 2017 list of Top Attorneys.  Listed on pages 27-31 are…

Cantey Hanger Partner to lead Baylor Line Foundation

FORT WORTH, TX – Laura Hilton Hallmon, a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP, will serve as President-elect of…

Partner Tawanna Cesare is ‘Extraordinary Woman’

FORT WORTH, TX – Cantey Hanger Partner Tawanna Lynn Cesare has been recognized as an “Extraordinary Woman” by…

Inflation Adjustments for Regulation Crowdfunding

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has written an article that is published in the citybizlist.com’s websites and is…

3 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Selected Rising Stars

Fort Worth, Texas – Three Cantey Hanger attorneys have been recognized as “Texas Rising Stars” for 2017 by…

J.R. Ewing-Types Continue to Vex Courts and Corporate Law

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has written an article that is published in the Dallas and Houston citybizlist.com’s…

Cracking the SAFE: Financing Option for Start-ups

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has penned an article “Cracking the SAFE: Financing Option for Start-ups” which appears…

Texas Supreme Court Considers Parameters of Native Format E-Discovery

JORDAN PARKER Guest Columnist Mar 10, 2017 0 The Fort Worth Business Press has published an article written…

Timothy Davis hired at Cantey Hanger LLP

FORT WORTH, TX – Attorney Timothy Davis has joined Cantey Hanger LLP as a Partner. His primary area…

Timothy Davis Press Release Appears in dallas.citybizlist.com

Dallas City Biz List as posted the news that Timothy Davis has joined Cantey Hanger.  Please read the…

Doug Clayton is Featured in the Fort Worth Business Press with an Article, “The Multi-Million Dollar E-mail: Electronic Contracts in the Digital Age”

Cantey Hanger partner, Doug Clayton, is featured in the June 9-14, 2014 online edition of the Fort Worth…

Tawanna Cesare, Laura Hallmon, and David Speed have been elected Equity Partners at Cantey Hanger LLP

For immediate release For more information: Michael Appleman mappleman@canteyhanger.com   FORT WORTH, TX – Tawanna Cesare, Laura Hallmon,…

Hail to the Tweet: 5 Tweets I’d like Trump to send out to make America great again

By: Doug Clayton, Partner, Cantey Hanger LLP This article appears in the Fort Worth Business Press, online and…

Klement elected Chairman of Government Law Section

DALLAS, TX – Christopher A. Klement, an Associate in the Dallas office of Cantey Hanger LLP, has been…

President-elect Trump’s pipeline vow: What does it mean for Texas?

By Cantey Hanger Partner, Mary Barkley. This article, written December 9,2016, appears in the Fort Worth Business Press….

Derek Carson has been accepted into Leadership Fort Worth’s Leading Edge Class of 2017

Cantey Hanger Associate, Derek Carson, has been accepted into the 2017 class of Leadership Fort Worth’s Leading Edge…

Douglas W. Clayton – Time to Sell: Five Tips

antey Hanger Partner, Douglas W. Clayton, has written an article that appears in the December, 2016 edition of…

Douglas W. Clayton – Time to Sell: Five Tips

Cantey Hanger Partner, Douglas W. Clayton, has written an article that appears in the December, 2016 edition of…

Cybersecurity: Soccer stars and soccer moms are at risk for identity theft

Cantey Hanger Partner, Ashley Parrish, has written an article that is published in the Fort Worth Business Press….

Cantey Hanger Partner, Laura A. Frase, Will Be Speaking at the Association of Corporate Counsel Annual Meeting

Laura A. Frase will be leading a panel of experts speaking at the Association of Corporate Counsel’s Annual…

Doug Clayton – Join the crowd? Early equity crowdfunding success in Texas

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has an article published in the Fort Worth Business Press, entitled  “Join the crowd?…

14 Cantey Hanger attorneys named Super Lawyers

FORT WORTH, TX — Fourteen Cantey Hanger attorneys have been named Texas Super Lawyers for 2016 by Texas…

The August, 2016 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, Cantey Hanger Partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter..

Cantey Hanger Announces “14 New Lawyers” in Texas Lawyer Magazine

Cantey Hanger LLP is pleased to announce the addition of 14 new lawyers to our Fort Worth and…

Texas Supreme Court Issues Long-Awaited Opinion in State v. Clear Channel Outdoor, Inc.

“TEXAS CONDEMNATION GETS CLEAR”, Texas Supreme Court long awaited opinion in Cause No. 13-0053, State v. Clear Channel Outdoor,…

Mary Colchin Johndroe Appears in the Texas City Attorney Association’s Monthly Newsletter

Cantey Hanger Partner, Mary Colchin Johndroe, has an article appearing in the Texas City Attorney Association’s December Monthly…

Mary Colchin Johndroe will Present on Eminent Domain at the IRWA Chapter 36 Spring Seminar

Cantey Hanger Partner, Mary Colchin Johndroe, will be presenting at the Chapter 36 – Spring Seminar and Golf…

“Survey Rights and Condemnation in Texas” by Mary Colchin Johndroe

 By: Mary Colchin Johndroe*       Often the first contact made by a condemning entity with a landowner is…

Mary Colchin Johndroe to Present at the 10th Annual Eminent Domain Institute’s Conference

Cantey Hanger Partner, Mary Colchin Johndroe, will be a presenter at the Eminent Domain Institute’s 10th Annual Conference…

Fort Worth Court of Appeals Affirms Trial Court’s Judgment in Condemnation Case in Favor of Cantey Hanger Client

Fort Worth, Texas – June 10, 2016. The Fort Worth Court of Appeals affirmed the judgment of the…

“JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES DETERMINED IN ADMINISTRATIVE STAGE OF TEXAS CONDEMNATIONS” by Mary Colchin Johndroe

By: Mary Colchin Johndroe*              On May 27, 2016, the Texas Supreme Court issued a seminal case in…

Mary Johndroe presents “on condemnation” to the Tarrant County Bar Association, CLE Seminar for the Environmental Law Section, February 27, 2014

Cantey Hanger partner, Mary Colchin Johndroe has presented “The Eminent and Inverse Environment – The Interplay Between Environmental…

Cantey Hanger Eminent Domain Litigation Partners Win $1.1 Million Judgment for Developers

FORT WORTH, TX – Below is a compilation of two Hood County News articles written by reporters Kathy…

Mary Colchin Johndroe Presents at the State Bar of Texas’ 22nd Annual Texas Minority Counsel

Cantey Hanger  partner, Mary Colchin Johndroe, presented to the “22nd Annual Texas Minority Counsel Program”, held September 3 –…

TMCP Panel Educates Attorneys on Increasingly Popular Public-Private Partnerships : State Bar of Texas Blog

Cantey Hanger partner, Mary Colchin Johndroe, helps to educate attorneys on the increasingly popular public-private partnerships.  Her presentation…

The July, 2016 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, Cantey Hanger Partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter.

Laura H. Hallmon has Been Appointed to the Board of Directors of The Baylor Line Foundation

Please see this article regarding Ms. Hallmon’s June 2016 appointment to the Board of Directors of The Baylor…

The May, 2016 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, Cantey Hanger Partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy Newsletter.

Sarah Walls will Present at the State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting

Partner Sarah K. Walls will make a presentation at the State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting on June…

Doug Clayton Will Participate in a Webcast Presentation to the Association of Corporate Counsel

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, is making a webcast presentation to the Association of Corporate Counsel titled “What Every…

The April, 2016 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, Cantey Hanger Partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy Newsletter.

Cantey Hanger LLP Client Paul Harper Prevails in Protection of his Constitutional Rights to Free Speech

Fort Worth, Texas – April 22, 2016. The Waco Court of Appeals, handed down a decisive win for…

Doug Clayton has written an article “Take It to the Limit” in your next M&A Deal

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, has an article appearing in the Fort Worth Business online magazine.  The title…

The March, 2016 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, Cantey Hanger Partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy Newsletter.

Mary Barkley was Recently Interviewed by Marfa Public Radio Regarding Eminent Domain and the Trans Pecos Pipeline

Partner, Mary Barkley, was recently interviewed by Marfa Public Radio on its segment regarding eminent domain and the…

3 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Selected Rising Stars

Fort Worth, Texas – Three Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been recognized in the list of “Texas Rising…

The February, 2016 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, Cantey Hanger Partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Right sand Bankruptcy E-Newsletter

Bryan David Pens an Article “Want to be a drone vigilante? Better check your state’s drone laws first”

Cantey Hanger Partner, Bryan David has written an article “Want to be a drone vigilante? Better check your…

Bryan David Pens an Article – “FAA Mandates Registration for Recreational Drones”

Cantey Hanger Partner, Bryan S. David, has written an article “FAA Mandates Registration for Recreational Drones”.  This article…

Ashley Parrish to Speak at Insurance Forum in London

On January 26, 2016, Ashley Parrish will speak at The Griffin Insurance Association Limited’s Technical Forum in London….

Cantey Hanger Victory upheld by Texas Supreme Court

On Friday, January 15, 2016, the Texas Supreme Court denied a motion for rehearing in Insurance Alliance v….

Susan Lane Joins Cantey Hanger Law Firm

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – Experienced business immigration law attorney Susan Lane has joined Cantey Hanger LLP as a…

Welcome to 2016 from the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter

Bruce Akerly, Partner, has published the Welcome to 2016 edition of the  e-newsletter for January, 2016.

The January, 2016 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, Cantey Hanger Partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter.

Cantey Hanger LLP Aids in Big Win for Construction Industry

John Polzer, Partner with Cantey Hanger, has written and article summarizing a case the firm was presenting to…

Open this! It has the Open Carry rules for your business

In addition to their New Year’s Resolutions, business owners will have another important choice to make during 2016:…

Derek Carson Writes “Challenging a default judgment in a Texas Federal Court” which appears in the Fort Worth Business Press and citybizlist Dallas

Cantey Hanger Associate Derek Carson, has written an article “Challenging a default judgment in a Texas Federal Court”.  It…

Several Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Take Affect on December 1st, 2015

Cantey Hanger Associates, Derek Carson and Alix Allison, share the new amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure that…

Stephanie Harrison Speaks on Lien and Bond Claims at the Basics Course in Texas Construction Law Course

Cantey Hanger Partner, Stephanie Harrison, spoke on Lien and Bond Claims at the Basics Course in Texas Construction…

The November, 2015 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, partner, has published the latest edition of the e-newsletter November 2015.

Cantey Hanger Partner, Sarah Walls, Will Speak at the 2015 Oil & Gas Environmental Conference

Sarah Walls will speak at two sessions during the 2015 Oil & Gas Environmental Conference which takes place…

What to Know When Selling Your Business podcast with Partner Douglas Clayton and TECH Fort Worth

Cantey Hanger Partner, Doug Clayton, is a guest on the TECH Fort Worth podcast.  Please click here to listen…

Challenging A Default Judgment In A Texas Federal Court

So you just learned that a federal court in Texas has entered a default judgment against your company….

Cantey Hanger Attorneys Featured in the Fort Worth Business Press

Cantey Hanger partners, David Fielding and Laura Hilton Hallmon, along with associate, Allison Carroll, have written an article…

The October, 2015 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter for October, 2015.

Allison, Carroll join Cantey Hanger Law Firm

FORT WORTH, TX. –Associate attorneys Alix Allison and Allison Carroll have joined Cantey Hanger LLP. Carroll is awaiting…

The September, 2015 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Greetings: Sorry for the delay in getting this month’s letter out the door. Fall is officially here –…

14 Cantey Hanger attorneys named Super Lawyers

Fort Worth, Texas — Fourteen Cantey Hanger attorneys have been named Texas Super Lawyers for 2015 by Texas…

Professional ranking service recognizes Cantey Hanger

Cantey Hanger LLP has been ranked among the top 150 law firms under 150 attorneys in the United…

Fielding, Parker and Hallmon join Cantey Hanger

Labor & Employment Group adds 3 attorneys and paralegal FORT WORTH, Tx – AttorneysDavid Fielding, Partner, Frank Parker,…

The July, 2015 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter-July, 2015.  

The August, 2015 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter for August, 2015.

Appleman elected Managing Partner at Cantey Hanger

FORT WORTH, Tx –Michael Appleman, a third-generation Fort Worth attorney, has been elected Managing Partner of Cantey Hanger…

Dan Baucum to speak August 20th at UTA Accounting Department’s Alumni CPE Day

The title of his speech will be “Update on Tax Changes from the Hill (and stopgap developments by…

Air Force promotes Brian Newby To Major General

FORT WORTH, TX. – Prominent Fort Worth attorney Brian C. Newby, of Counsel at Cantey Hanger LLP, has…

Tawanna Lynn Cesare re-joins Cantey Hanger

FORT WORTH, TX – Tawanna Lynn Cesare, an attorney with extensive experience in Family Law and commercial litigation,…

Sarah Walls to Present at a Grand Prairie “Environmental Compliance” Meeting

“Welcome to the Dark Side: TCEQ Enforcement” will be presented by Sarah Walls on July 23, 2015, to…

Texas High Court Broadly Defines When Qualified Attorney Immunity Applies

The Texas Supreme Court has ruled favorably to Cantey Hanger on the issue of Attorney Immunity. Please read…

Attorney’s Fees in Eminent Domain Cases: Would a Failed Bill have Leveled the Playing Field?

Cantey Hanger associate, Chris Brown, has a blog article printed in CityBizList Dallas.  Please click here to read…

6 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Selected Rising Stars

Fort Worth, Texas – Eight Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been recognized in the list of “Texas Rising…

Cantey Hanger Paralegal Julie K. Sherman Wins Liberty Bell Award from T.C. Young Lawyers

FORT WORTH, TX – Julie K. Sherman has won the prestigious Liberty Bell Award from The Tarrant County…

Cantey Hanger Paralegal Julie K. Sherman Wins Liberty Bell Award from Texas Young Lawyers Association

FORT WORTH, TX – Julie K. Sherman has won the prestigious Liberty Bell Award from The Texas Young…

14 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Named Top Attorneys

Cantey Hanger is pleased to congratulate the seventeen attorneys selected by their peers for inclusion in Ft. Worth, Texas…

12 Cantey Hanger Attorneys named Super Lawyers by Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters Rating Service

Fort Worth, Texas – Thirteen Cantey Hanger attorneys have been named Texas Super Lawyers for 2013 by Thomson…

14 From Cantey Hanger Named Super Lawyers®

Fifteen Cantey Hanger LLP attorneys have been recognized in Thomson Reuters’ annual list of Texas Super Lawyers®. Super Lawyers…

The June, 2015 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy Section Newsletter   Greetings: Summer has begun.  The floods Texas has recently seen are…

Ashley Parrish article in Insurance publication

This article, Inland and Wet Marine by Ashley Parrish, the partner-in-charge of the Dallas office, is reprinted from…

Partner Mary Barkley appointed to State Bar Committee

FORT WORTH, TX – Mary Hazelwood Barkley, a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP, has been appointed to the…

The May, 2015 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, a partner with Cantey Hanger, has published the May, 2015 e-newsletter. MAY E-NEWSLETTER Greetings: In this…

The April, 2015 Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy E-Newsletter is Published

Bruce Akerly, partner, has published the latest edition of the Creditors’_Rights_and_Bankruptcy_E-Newsletter-April_ 2015.

Klement joins Cantey Hanger as associate attorney

DALLAS, TX — Christopher Klement has joined Cantey Hanger, LLP law firm as an associate. His focus will…

CityBizList Publishes Scott Fredricks’ article on Protecting Trade Secrets

Cantey Hanger partner, Scott Fredricks has an article appearing in CityBizList Dallas entitled “Keeping Toothpaste in the Tube”. …

Scott Fredricks Appears in the Fort Worth Business Press with an Article About Protecting Sensitive Business Information

Partner Scott Fredricks has written an article published in the Fort Worth Business Press’ Entrepreneur Workshop.  The article…

Sarah Walls Has Written an Article on the EPA’s Plans To Regulate Methane Emissions From Oil and Gas Operations

Cantey Hanger partner, Sarah Walls, has written an article entitled “Hazy Days” which is featured in The Fort…

Cantey Hanger recognized nationally by Vault.com as “Top 150 under 150” Law Firm

Fort Worth, TX. – Cantey Hanger has been ranked as one of the Top 150 Under 150 law…

Mary Hazlewood Barkley is Featured in the April 2015 Edition of Texas Rising Stars

Cantey Hanger partner, Mary Hazlewood Barkley, is featured in an article which appears in the  2015 Texas Rising Stars…

The March, 2015 Edition of the Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy Practice Area

Bruce W. Akerly, a partner with Cantey Hanger LLP, has released the March, 2015 edition of the Creditors’…

Sarah K. Walls Will Present at the 7th Annual Energy Symposium

Sarah K. Walls, a partner with Cantey Hanger, will be presenting at the 7th Annual Energy Symposium in Fort…

Bruce Akerly is Featured in the State Bar of Texas Bankruptcy Law Section Newsletter for March, 2015

Please click here to read the article.

Bruce Akerly Pens an Article for the Strategic Capital Corporation March 2015 Newsletter

The Impact of Bankruptcy on Structured Settlements By Bruce W. Akerly One of the frequently emphasized benefits of…

Cantey Hanger Partner Stephanie S. Harrison Elected a ‘Fellow’ by Texas Bar Foundation

FORT WORTH, TX – Stephanie S. Harrison, a Partner with Cantey Hanger LLP has been elected to membership…

Cantey Hanger’s February 2015 Creditor’s Rights and Bankruptcy Newsletter is Available

  Please click here to see the latest Creditor’s Rights newsletter.  Cantey Hanger partner, Bruce W. Akerly, has authored…

Cantey Hanger Partner Selected to Teach a Six Week Course at SMU

Bruce Akerly has been selected to teach a six week course this Spring entitled Survey of Law offered…

Cantey Hanger Managing Partner Stephen L. Tatum Receives Top Litigation Award From Texas Bar

FORT WORTH, TX — The Texas State Bar Litigation Section has awarded Cantey Hanger Managing Partner Stephen L….

Bruce Akerly Has Authored a Document for the Cantey Hanger Newsletter

Cantey Hanger partner, Bruce Akerly has penned an article for the CH Newsletter.  The title of the article…

Cantey Hanger’s December 2014 Creditor’s Rights and Bankruptcy Newsletter is Available

Please click here to see the latest Creditor’s Rights newsletter.  Cantey Hanger partner, Bruce Akerly, has written an…

Attorney Doug Clayton named a Presiding Officer of University of Texas School of Law’s 37th Annual Conference on Securities Regulation and Business Law

Doug Clayton will be a Presiding Officer at The University of Texas School of Law’s Continuing Legal Education…

Cantey Hanger Ranked in “Best Law Firms” list in 2015 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers

WASHINGTON  – U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, for the fifth consecutive year, announce the 2015…

Cantey Hanger Trailways Newsletter Focuses on Resolving to Avoid Legal Issues in this February, 2014 Edition

The February, 2014 Cantey Hanger Trailways newsletter has published an article by partner Bruce Akerly entitled “Resolving to…

Stephen Taylor has Penned an Article, “Non-Competition Agreements From a Different Perspective”

Cantey Hanger senior associate, Stephen Taylor, has written an article entitled “Non-Competition Agreements From a Different Perspective“.  Please…

Perry Cockerell Authors an Article for the Cantey Hanger CRABS Newsletter

Cantey Hanger partner, Perry Cockerell, has authored an article entitled “Home Equity Loans – Plan Your Strategy Before…

Bruce Akerly has authored an article “Is A Credit Bid Cap In Your Future?”

In a much criticized decision, a bankruptcy court in Delaware recently held that cause existed to limit a…

Stephen Tatum is featured in Attorney At Law Magazine

Cantey Hanger partner, Stephen Tatum, wrote an article in Attorney At Law magazine. The title of the piece…

Stephen Taylor property rights article published on CityBizList

Stephen Taylor has written an article about property rights, that is published on CityBizList. Download Article

Doug Clayton is Featured in the Fort Worth Business Press Online

Cantey Hanger partner, Doug Clayton, has a featured article in the Fort Worth Business Press entitled “New SEC…

Cantey Hanger Attorney to Speak at “Legal Issues for Texas Architects” Seminar

Sarah K. Walls is head of Cantey Hanger’s Environmental Law Practice and also conducts internal investigations. She graduated…

Randy Price is Featured with an Article for the Title Insurance Litigation Committee “Extra-Contractual Liability For Agents and Underwriters, Part Two”

Cantey Hanger partner, Randy Price, has written part two of his featured article for the Title Insurance Litigation…

Randy Price to Speak at the American Bar Association’s Tort and Insurance Practice Section Subcommittee Meeting

Cantey Hanger partner, Randy Price, will be speaking at the American Bar Association’s Tort and Insurance Practice Section…

Cantey Hanger Attorney to Speak at Structural Engineers Association State Conference

Attorney Andy Keetch presents on “What You Say (and Don’t Say) Can and Will be Held Against You.” …

Cantey Hanger Attorney Granted 12(b)(6) Dismissal on Behalf of Client

Cantey Hanger LLP Litigator, Ashley Parrish, recently secured a favorable result in the Eastern District, where the court…

Bruce Akerly to Speak at the National Federation of Paralegal Professionals Convention

Cantey Hanger partner, Bruce Akerly, will be presenting at the National Federation of Paralegal Professionals Convention to be…

Cantey Hanger Partner, Dan Baucum, Named as Power Attorney by the Fort Worth Business Press

FORT WORTH, TX – Partner Dan Baucum, who advises clients in business and tax planning, has been selected…

Mary Barkley is Featured in the September 10, 2014 Dallas citybizlist.

Cantey Hanger partner, Mary Barkley, is featured in citybizlist Dallas.  Her article, “Ten Simple Steps to Take when the…

Katie Lackey to Speak at Texas A&M University School of Law

Cantey Hanger partner, Katie Lackey, will be speaking at the Texas A&M University School of Law All-Star Alumni…

J. B. Strong Appointed to Serve on Executive Committee at Camp Fire

Already on the Board of Directors and currently serving the second of a three year term, J.B. was…

Doug Clayton Taking on the Role of Adjunct Professor at Texas A&M Law School This Fall

The course being taught  is called “Entrepreneurship Law Clinic” and is a pilot program that offers students the…

9 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Named Best Lawyers

Fort Worth, Texas – 9 lawyers from Cantey Hanger LLP were recently selected by their peers for inclusion…

Cantey Hanger’s July, 2014 Posting of the Creditor’s Rights and Bankruptcy Section E-Newsletter

Please click here to view the CRABS e-newsletter.  Derek Carson, an associate with Cantey Hanger, is featured is…

Bruce Akerly Presents at the ACA International’s 75th Anniversary Convention & Expo with a Presentation “Dealing With Preference Demands and Litigation Strategies”

Cantey Hanger partner, Bruce Akerly, presented at the ACA International’s 75th anniversary convention & expo, July 23-25, 2014….

TYLA Releases List of 2013-2014 Honorees

TYLA published a list of 2013-2014 honorees in its Annual Report. TYLA Honoree List

Texas Supreme Court Issues New “Spoliation” Rules with Implications for Company Document-Retention Policies

Earlier this month, the Texas Supreme Court issued a key decision on a subject every business owner and…

Bruce Akerly presents “What Every Litigator Should Know About Bankruptcy”

Cantey Hanger partner, Bruce Akerly, presented a paper “What Every Litigator Should Know About Bankruptcy” to Cantey Hanger…

Scott Fredricks has a Featured Article “Eyes in the SKY” in Texas Research magazine, a publication by the Fort Worth Business Press

Cantey Hanger partner, Scott Fredricks, is featured in Texas Research magazine, a publication by the Fort Worth Business…

Scott Fredricks has been accepted to the 2014-2015 leadership class of “Leadership Fort Worth”

Cantey Hanger partner, Scott Fredricks, has been accepted into the “Leadership Fort Worth” leadership class of 2014-2015. Please…

Cantey Hanger Adds FTC Director as Partner

Brings 9 Years of Specialized Consumer Protection Experience FORT WORTH, TX. (Sept. 30, 2013) – Deanya Kueckelhan Cocanougher…

Scott Fredricks is Featured in the Spring 2014 “Research Texas” Magazine, a Publication by the Fort Worth Business Press

Cantey Hanger partner, Scott Fredricks, has an Industry Opinion article which is appearing in the Spring 2014 “Research…

Andy Keetch has written a Construction Law Update – “Texas Supreme Court Ruling Limits Contractor Claims Against Design Professionals”

Cantey Hanger partner, Andy Keetch, has written an update to the Construction Law Section newsletter.  The article, “Texas…

John (J.B.) Strong is Elected as “President-Elect” of the Tarrant County Probate Bar Association

Cantey Hanger associate, J.B. Strong, has been elected “President-Elect” for the 2014 board of the Tarrant County Probate…

7 Cantey Hanger Attorneys Named Best Lawyers

Fort Worth, Texas – 7 lawyers from Cantey Hanger LLP were recently selected by their peers for inclusion…

Cantey Hanger’s Stephen Tatum is Quoted in Law360’s Legal Industry e-Newsletter

Cantey Hanger Managing Partner, Stephen Tatum is quoted in Law360’s Legal Industry e-Newsletter.  It was posted on May…

Cantey Hanger is pleased to have 9 lawyers named “Rising Stars” in Super Lawyers Magazine, a Thomson Reuters service

Nine Cantey Hanger lawyers have been named “Rising Stars” in the April 2014 edition of Super Lawyers, a Thomson…

“Responding To Preference Demand Letters – A Primer” by Cantey Hanger Partner Bruce Akerly

   A debtor’s bankruptcy is never a good thing (usually it means little or no payments on the…

Cantey Hanger Partner Daniel Baucum Recognized by D Magazine as ‘Best Lawyer’ in Taxation for 2014

FORT WORTH, TX – Cantey Hanger LLP Partner Daniel Baucum, who advises clients in business and tax planning,…

Partner Sarah Walls to speak to environmental professionals

Cantey Hanger Partner Sarah Walls, a leader in the area of environmental law in north Texas, is the…

Cantey Hanger Partner Sarah Walls to Speak To Women’s Policy Forum Luncheon July 9

FORT WORTH, TX – Cantey Hanger LLP Partner Sarah Walls will lead a panel discussion July 9 during…

Douglas Clayton is featured in the CityBizList, Dallas for March 31, 2014

Cantey Hanger partner, Douglas W. Clayton, is featured in the March 31st, 2014 with an article entitled “Why…

Cantey Hanger Partner Sarah Walls to Speak To A&M Construction Law Class on Environment

FORT WORTH, TX – Cantey Hanger LLP Partner Sarah Walls will speak April 2 to a Construction Law…

Charles Florsheim Participates in the Scientific Peer Review of Lung Cancer Research Applications for the Department of Defense

Lung Cancer advocate Charles Florsheim recently participated in the evaluation of research applications submitted to the Lung Cancer…

Bruce Akerly Featured in the Publication “Commercial Law World”

Cantey Hanger partner, Bruce Akerly, is a featured writer in the July/August/September 2013 edition of the “Commercial Law…

Stephanie S. Harrison named Partner at Cantey Hanger

FORT WORTH, TX. – Stephanie S. Harrison has been named a Partner at Cantey Hanger LLC. She joined…

Derek Carson Joins Cantey Hanger

Former Law Clerk for U.S. District Judge FORT WORTH, TX. (Oct. 7, 2013) – Derek Carson, Law Clerk…

Sarah K. Walls Voted onto Board of North Texas Commission

FORT WORTH, TX. (Sept. 17, 2013) – Sarah K. Walls, a partner with the Cantey Hanger law firm…

Cantey Hanger Partner Michael Appleman is Elected to the Board of The Community Foundation of North Texas

Cantey Hanger partner, Michael Appleman has been elected to serve on the board of The Community Foundation of…

The Tarrant County Young Lawyers’ Liberty Bell Award will be presented to Julie Sherman at the TCYL Spring Fiesta at Joe T’s on April 17.

Cantey Hanger LLP is Proud to be Listed as a 2014 “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News – Best Lawyers

WASHINGTON – November 1, 2013 – U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, for the fourth consecutive…

Cantey Hanger Attorney James Frederick Korth Assumes Command of the Marine Corps’ Lone Star Battalion

FORT WORTH, TX. (July 29, 2013)– James Frederick Korth, an associate attorney with Cantey Hanger LLC in Fort…