What to Look for in a Texas Family Law Attorney for Your Custody Dispute
- October 28th, 2026
- Cheryl McGirr
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When you are facing a high-stakes family law dispute, whether it is a contested child custody battle, a complex divorce, or an urgent modification hearing, finding the right Texas Family Law Attorney to represent you becomes your most critical advocate. For…
How AI Legal Practice Is Transforming Divorce Litigation and Reducing Costs
- October 23rd, 2026
- Cheryl McGirr
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Navigating a high-asset divorce or complex financial disclosures can feel like standing on the edge of a financial abyss, but advances in AI Legal Practice are poised to radically transform how legal work gets done and bring much-needed financial relief to clients. If…
Protecting Your Family: A Discussion of Parental Rights Victories in Texas
- October 19th, 2026
- Cheryl McGirr
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When you walk into a family law courtroom, the stakes are measured not in dollars and cents, but in the daily right to raise your child. For parents navigating high-stakes custody battles, understanding parental rights protections in Texas is essential…
How Petty Litigation Battles Run Up Legal Bills
- October 15th, 2026
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When you’re deep in the emotional trenches of a contested divorce or custody battle, every single detail feels like a hill worth dying on. Whether it’s arguing over who gets custody during Thanksgiving or haggling over household items, high-conflict litigation…
Why the Biggest Family Law Wins Rarely Happen in a Courtroom
- October 10th, 2026
- Cheryl McGirr
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When clients walk into a law office for an initial consultation regarding a high-conflict divorce, they often picture a dramatic courtroom showdown. They imagine a fiery trial attorney dismantling the opposing party on cross-examination and securing a resounding victory from…
What Law School Never Taught Us About Running a Legal Practice
- October 5th, 2026
- Cheryl McGirr
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When you finally cross that stage, pass the bar, and hang up your shingle, you feel ready to take on the world. Law school teaches you how to read complex appellate opinions, dissect statutes, and write airtight briefs. But if…
Beyond the Verdict: Why Defending the Individual Protects the Rights of Us All
- September 28th, 2026
- Cheryl McGirr
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One of the most frequent questions criminal defense attorneys face from clients, friends, and the public is simple yet loaded: “How can you represent someone accused of a crime?” In Episode 11 of the Texas Lawyer Podcast, I sat…
Protecting Your Peace and Your Legacy: A Conversation with Judge Farren Sheehan
- September 21st, 2026
- Cheryl McGirr
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In Episode 11 of the Texas Lawyer Podcast, I sit down with my long-time colleague, dear friend, and Of Counsel partner, Judge Farren Sheehan. Farren brings a unique perspective to the legal field, serving as presiding municipal judge for both…
Standing Between the State and the Individual: 20 Years of Texas Criminal Defense with Ryan Deck
- September 7th, 2026
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Welcome back to the Texas Lawyer Podcast, where we share the stories, struggles, and triumphs of those who choose to practice law in Texas. As your host, I’ve had the privilege of sitting down with incredible legal minds across the…
Shanna Valentine on Building a Successful Boutique Law Firm
- August 10th, 2026
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In this episode of the Texas Lawyer Podcast, I’m thrilled to sit down with attorney Shanna Valentine to pull back the curtain on the actual life of a lawyer in Texas. Shanna shares a refreshingly honest look at her professional…