In this episode, Principal Lauren Kalisek joins Associate Lisa Silveira to reflect on her career at Lloyd Gosselink, from summer clerk to Principal and former Managing Director. Having both started at the Firm as summer clerks, Lauren and Lisa discuss the importance of mentorship, lessons learned in leadership, and how the legal profession and Firm have evolved over the years.

When is an injunction necessary, and what does it take to obtain one? In this episode, Litigation Practice Group Principals Gabrielle Smith and James Parker discuss temporary restraining orders, temporary injunctions, and the legal and practical considerations involved in seeking emergency relief.

Water Practice Group Principal Nathan Vassar breaks down Lead and Copper Rule requirements for private-side service line replacements, including funding options, property-owner consent, documentation requirements, and the legal considerations public water systems should keep in mind.

Energy and Utility Practice Group Principal Roslyn Warner discusses the latest developments surrounding the 765 kV transmission buildout in the Permian Basin. From the Permian Basin Reliability Plan and the PUC approval process to impacts on landowners and communities, Roslyn breaks down what’s driving these major transmission projects and their role in addressing electric reliability and growing demand in Texas.

Employment Law Practice Group Principal Laura Ingram discusses public employee free speech rights and what public employers should consider before taking action against an employee for their online activity. She explores when employee speech may be protected and what employers should keep in mind when navigating these situations.

Associate attorney @Toni Rask explores the data center boom in Texas, from water use and energy demands to strategies local governments can use to plan ahead.

Attorney Kathryn Bibby breaks down the open government updates from the 89th Legislative Regular Session, including important changes to the Texas Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act. She also covers new notice requirements, transparency measures, and the growing role of cybersecurity and AI in government regulation.

Attorney Danielle Lam unpacks the complex but timely topic of SUD conversion, turning a nonprofit Water Supply Corporation (WSC) into a Special Utility District (SUD). Learn what drives WSCs to consider conversion, the benefits and challenges of becoming a governmental entity, and how state law and legislative action shape the process.