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In June 2021, the Superior Court of Connecticut approved amendments to Connecticut Rule of Professional Conduct 8.4, which defines professional misconduct. The amendments expanded the definition of misconduct in subsection (7) to include engaging in "conduct that the lawyer knows or reasonably should know is harassment or discrimination...in conduct related to the practice of law" based on a long list of protected characteristics including "race, color, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, status as a veteran, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or marital status".In November 2021, Mario Cerame and Timothy C. Moynahan, two Connecticut lawyers who regularly presented on issues potentially implicated by the new rule, brought suit, alleging the rule as amended violated their First and Fourteenth Amendments. They argued the rule was impermissibly overbroad and chilled lawful speech in so far as it was unclear what speech may be interpreted to be violative of the rule. The district court dismissed the suit for lack of standing. Cerame and Moynahan appealed to the Second Circuit, which, in December 2024 vacated the district court's decision, ruling they did have standing and remanding for further proceedings.Join us for a litigation update for this interesting case implicating professional responsibility, ABA model rules, and free speech with Margaret Little of NCLA, which represents Cerame and Moynahan.Featuring:Margaret A. Little, Senior Litigation Counsel, New Civil Liberties Alliance(Moderator) Prof. Josh Blackman, Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law Houston

How are workplaces adapting to meet the needs of the "food allergy generation"? In this conversation, I sit down with Professor D'Andra Shu, a law professor at South Texas College of Law Houston, to explore the growing legal challenges and opportunities that food allergies present in professional environments. We dive into how addressing food allergies as both a legal and societal issue can promote safer, more equitable workplaces—upholding human rights and ensuring everyone feels empowered to participate fully. Together, we unpack the complexities of managing food allergies at work. DeAndra, drawing from her research and personal experiences—including those of her son—shares invaluable insights on increasing awareness and establishing robust legal frameworks. We discuss everything from legal precedents and workplace policies to actionable steps employers can take to foster an inclusive environment. Join us as we delve into the critical need for increased education, robust legal protections, and thoughtful workplace practices that not only address food allergies but also contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable professional environment. Whether you're an employer or an employee, this conversation offers a roadmap for creating safer spaces and ensuring that every meal—and every person—matters.

On Thursday's show: As the legislature kicks off this week, we get a sense of what some of the City of Houston's priorities are to achieve with lawmakers from reporter Dominic Anthony Walsh.Also this hour: Gov. Greg Abbott recently appointed Justice Jimmy Blacklock to serve as the new chief justice of the Texas Supreme Court. We learn what we should know about the conservative ally of the governor from Charles “Rocky” Rhodes of South Texas College of Law Houston.Then we learn how a local business is working to help people who've begun gender-affirming care to adjust to their physical changes and navigate the medical system.And the classical world has long been dominated by male composers. We chat with conductor and pianist Mary Box, executive director of Montrose Project, which is dedicated to helping increase the visibility of orchestral music composed by women.

Professor Ron Rotunda wrote seminal law books that are still used in law schools across the country and was the author of over 500 law review articles and other legal publications. These books and articles have been cited more than 2000 times by law reviews, by state and federal courts at every level, by the U.S. Supreme Court and by foreign courts in Europe, Africa, Asia and South America. He was also a member of the Federalist Society’s Professional Responsibility & Legal Education Practice Group. Each year, the Practice Group holds an annual FedSoc Forum in his honor to discuss pressing issues and trends in legal culture.Join us for the 2024 installment in that series, where Erin Murphy will join us for a conversation moderated by Prof. Josh Blackman on the importance of courage as a lawyer as well as the state of the legal profession more broadly.Featuring:Erin E. Murphy, Partner, Clement & Murphy PLLC(Moderator) Prof. Josh Blackman, Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law Houston

This episode is a replay of an interview I did circa 2017 with patent attorney Stephan Kinsella.Kinsella is the author of "Against Intellectual Property," and in our time together, he argues that IP laws, particularly patents and copyrights, are incompatible with traditional property rights and hinder innovation and progress. The conversation explores the origins of these laws, their impact on musicians and other creatives, and practical advice for navigating the current system while protecting artistic integrity. The discussion also delves into Austrian economics and how it provides a framework for understanding the issues with IP laws. Kinsella foresees a future where the increasing ease of circumventing these laws will pressure the industry to adapt to more free-market principles.Episode highlights:00:24 Stefan Kinsella on Intellectual Property02:43 Understanding Property Rights06:45 Austrian Economics and Intellectual Property20:08 The History and Problems of Copyright26:59 Practical Advice for Musicians42:13 Future of Intellectual Property44:23 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsResources mentioned:Against Intellectual Property by Stephan KinsellaStephan's websiteAbout the guest:Stephan Kinsella is an attorney and libertarian writer in Houston. He was previously General Counsel for Applied Optoelectronics, Inc., a partner with Duane Morris, and adjunct professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. A registered patent attorney, he received an LL.M. (international business law) from King's College London, a JD from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University (LSU), and BSEE and MSEE degrees from LSU.He has spoken, lectured and published widely on both legal topics, including intellectual property law and international law, and also on various areas of libertarian legal theory. You've been listening to Ba Vojdaan!, with James D. Newcomb. For more information about James, and to subscribe to the podcast, visit https://jamesdnewcomb.com. There you'll find a trove of materials available for immediate download. And be sure to follow James' travels and adventures on social media. All the info can be found at https://jamesdnewcomb.com. Thank you for listening!

In July, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed a criminal case charging former President Donald Trump with hoarding classified documents at his home in Mar-a-Lago and obstructing justice. Judge Cannon reasoned that the prosecutor in this case, Special Counsel Jack Smith, was not properly appointed by the Justice Department. Matthew Seligman of Stanford Law School and Josh Blackman of the South Texas College of Law Houston, who argued before Judge Cannon on opposite sides of this issue, join Jeffrey Rosen to debate the legal basis for the special counsel role. Resources:  United States v. Nixon (1974)  Trump v. United States (2024)  Josh Blackman and Seth Barrett Tillman, Brief of Professor Seth Barrett Tillman and Landmark Legal Foundation as Amici Curiae in Support of Defendant Trump's Motion to Dismiss the Indictment, United States v. Trump (March 21, 2024)  Matthew Seligman, Motion for Leave to File Brief by Constitutional Lawyers, Former Government Officials, and State Democracy Defenders Action as Amici Curiae in Opposition to Defendant Donald J. Trump's Motion to Dismiss, United States v. Trump (April 3, 2024)  Judge Aileen Cannon, Order Granting Motion to Dismiss Superseding Indictment Based on Appointments Clause Violation, United States v. Trump (July 15, 2024)  Jack Smith, Brief for the United States, United States v. Trump, Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals (August 26, 2024)  Stay Connected and Learn More: Questions or comments about the show? Email us at podcast@constitutioncenter.org.   Continue today's conversation on Facebook and Twitter using @ConstitutionCtr.   Sign up to receive Constitution Weekly, our email roundup of constitutional news and debate, at bit.ly/constitutionweekly.  You can find transcripts for each episode on the podcast pages in our Media Library. Donate

Josh Blackman is a national thought leader on constitutional law and the United States Supreme Court. Josh Blackman has served as a professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston. He holds the Centennial Chair of Constitutional Law. Josh is also an adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute. He has also authored three books.FOLLOW Josh Blackman on X: @JoshMBlackmanVISIT: https://joshblackman.com/SUPPORT OUR WORK https://www.judicialwatch.org/donate/thank-youtube/ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.judicialwatch.org

Since the Second Nagorno-Karabakh War in 2020, reports of crimes against Armenian cultural heritage in the territory have emerged. After Azerbaijan assumed control over Nagorno-Karabakh following a military offensive in October 2023 and the mass expulsion of the region's ethnic Armenian population, concerns of heritage abuse have intensified. Crimes against cultural heritage gained infamy in recent years with the plundering of ancient sites in Iraq and Syria yet reports of the attempted erasure of Armenian cultural heritage in both Nagorno-Karabakh and Nakhchivan have not received global attention. In this panel, two experts discuss abuses of cultural heritage in general and, specifically, the alleged or potential destruction of Armenian cultural heritage following the assertion of Azerbaijani control over Nagorno-Karabakh. About the Speakers: Derek Fincham is a Professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston, where he teaches Legal Research and Writing and Art Law. Dr Fincham serves on the Editorial Board of the International Journal of Cultural Property and runs the Illicit Cultural Property Blog. Lori Khatchadourian is Associate Professor of Near Eastern Studies and Anthropology at Cornell University, and co-founder and co-director of Caucasus Heritage Watch. Her research uses the methods of archaeology and anthropology to study heritage politics and the ruins of modernity, with a particular focus on the South Caucasus.

On Monday's show: The Supreme Court struck down a rule that banned bump stocks and rejected a bid to restrict access to an abortion pill. We examine the latest decisions coming out of the High Court with Charles “Rocky” Rhodes from South Texas College of Law Houston.Also this hour: If you map all sorts of things within Houston's city limits, a shape has a tendency to form. It looks like an arrow. We learn what the "Houston Arrow" represents and why.Then, veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller answers your pet care questions.And we get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke and reflect on the Rockets' first NBA Championship, which occurred 30 years ago this week.

This episode corresponds with the Bill of Rights issue of The Houston Lawyer magazine.  It addresses several of the rights in the “bright constellation of rights,” including free speech, bearing arms, protection from unlawful search and seizure, and jury trials. Houston lawyers, academics, and a jury consultant tackle issues associated with these rights. Segments One and Two: Second Amendment Professor Josh Blackman of South Texas College of Law Houston and Professor Martin Levy of Thurgood Marshall School of Law provide different academic perspectives on the historical background of the Second Amendment and recent and upcoming cases that interpret the right and the history related to it.  Segment Three: First Amendment Randy Hiroshige of the Texas Civil Rights project discusses a case involving the First Amendment that is currently being played out in Houston: Food Not Bombs v. City of Houston. It is an ongoing case, and this interview provides the plaintiff's perspective.  The City of Houston did not respond to a request for comment.  BTL Interviewer Rachael Thompson is the interviewer on this segment.Segment Four: Fourth AmendmentLaisha Harris, and Assistant Public Defender in the Felony Trial Division of the Harris County Public Defender's Office, discusses how technology and artificial intelligence impact the rights secured by the Fourth Amendment. Segment Five: Jury Trial Dr. Samantha Holmes of Edge Litigation Consulting, LLC, provides insight into the right to a jury trial from a jury consultant, data scientist, and social psychologist's perspective.  Dr. Holmes also provides some data from her ongoing research relating to the public's perception of our judicial system.  This is the final episode of Season Four of Behind the Lines: The Houston Lawyer Podcast. Thanks so much to our guests, the Editorial Board of The Houston Lawyer magazine, and the Houston Bar Association staff for their work and support throughout the season.  And congratulations to our outgoing Editor in Chief, Liz Malpass, and our incoming Editor in Chief, Andrew Pearce.  Talk to you soon – in Season Five! For full speaker bios, visit The Houston Lawyer (hba.org). To read The Houston Lawyer magazine, visit The Houston Lawyer_home. For more information about the Houston Bar Association, visit Houston Bar Association (hba.org).*The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the views of The Houston Lawyer Editorial Board or the Houston Bar Association.

On Tuesday's show: We learn about the recent storm's impact on tree cover from Barry Ward of Trees for Houston.Also this hour: We preview a busy month ahead for the U.S. Supreme Court with Charles “Rocky” Rhodes of South Texas College of Law Houston.Then, Kevin Kwan, author of Crazy Rich Asians and a native Houstonian, talks about his latest book, Lies and Weddings.And we visit Camp for All near Brenham, where kids with disabilities, health conditions, and other challenges can have a traditional summer camp experience.

Brian Jackson is an expert when it comes to challenging himself in unchartered waters.Brian is the manager of renewables origination at TransAlta Corporation, where he oversees the company's renewable energy power purchase agreement origination activities in the United States. Brian has a well-rounded roster of degrees from Texas institutions, beginning with a  BS in political science from Texas A&M University, a JD from South Texas College of Law Houston, and an MBA from Rice University.But before transitioning to the renewable energy industry, Brian worked in the oil and gas sector as both a landman and a lawyer. Additionally, he has taken on entrepreneurial roles in business investing and prospecting, utilizing his diverse skill set and experience to identify new opportunities in the market.The new Rice Business alumni board president joins host Maya Pomroy '22 to tell us about the importance of finding a job that fits your values, figuring out one's identity, and how the adversity he has faced was a blessing in disguise, serving as a gateway for his personal and professional growth.Episode Guide: 00:05 Brian's Early Life and Career Journey01:56 Experience in the Online MBA Program03:09 Global Upbringing and Cultural Experiences11:22 Brian's Transition from Law to Renewable Energy13:42 Challenges and Growth in the Legal Profession17:42 Brian's Reflections on Diversity and Inclusion25:24 Role as President of the Rice Business Alumni Board25:24 Future Goals and AspirationsOwl Have You Know is a production of Rice Business and is produced by University FM.Episode Quotes:What did Brian learn throughout his job-searching experience?13:42: When you're searching for a job from a position of just necessity, it's so different. The questions you ask, the values you're looking for — kind of this idea of mentorship and growth — maybe are kind of all put on the back burner because you're just looking for a paycheck. And so that's where I ended up, kind of in a safe harbor. Maybe not the best fit, and having had that experience, now when I look at a role or, let's say, recently when joining TransAlta, it changed the questions I asked in the interview. It changed really what I was focusing on and the indications I was looking for because of that experience, right? But you don't know to look for those things or to ask those questions, I think, unless you've had that exposure.Speaking from experience is bridge to understanding19:30: The best thing I can do is be vocal and wear my heart on my sleeve and say, "Hey, this is what happened to me. I'm sitting at this table and here to work with you because I'm coming from this place of experience."What drove Brian to be part of an online program even after post-MBA?24:35: I think the online program, what's so cool about it, is that everyone's still typically working. So, they all come from this different background where you're hearing not only about what's going on personally but in their careers at the same time. Everyone's backgrounds were so diverse professionally. And now, seeing where they've all filtered off and where they've gone is just even more fun."Show Links: TranscriptGuest Profile:Brian Jackson - Rice BusinessRice Business Alumni Association BoardBrian Jackson - LinkedIn TransAlta 

Do social media companies have the right to decide what content appears on their platforms and what can be removed? Charles W. “Rocky” Rhodes of South Texas College of Law Houston joins with a recap of yesterday's arguments at the Supreme Court. We'll talk to a writer from The Atlantic who asks: “What would it […] The post How the Supreme Court treated Texas' argument to regulate social media appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In the 14th episode of Houston Law Nerd Podcast, I sit down with Professor Charles W. "Rocky" Rhodes, a Professor of Law at South Texas College of Law Houston, and the Charles Weigel II Research Professor of State & Federal Constitutional Law. His faculty page at South Texas College of Law Houston is located here: https://www.stcl.edu/academics/faculty-and-adjuncts/#member-7558-info Listen in and learn while we discuss many topics including his easy decision, as a 10-year-old, to become a lawyer like his father and uncle, his decision while at Baylor Law School, where he was class valedictorian, to ultimately become a law professor, his start as an attorney at the Texas Supreme Court, his time in private practice in a large firm where he worked on appeals and trials, his crossroads decision to apply for a law professor position, which he accepted at South Texas College of Law in 2001, his thoughts on the purpose of the law, including the late Professor Charles Weigel's answer "to provide certainty," the changing landscape of U.S. Constitutional jurisprudence including likely demise of Chevron deference, his approach to amicus briefs depending on whether he's advocating for a client or focusing on a particular area of law not fully addressed by the litigants or other amici, the change over the last two decades on how South Texas and other law schools approach assessing students and grading, the importance of doing your own research when presenting oral argument or briefs in appellate courts, and tips for current law students, among numerous other topics.Email me with questions, comments, or suggestions for guests at HoustonLawNerd@gmail.com. 

Big firm. Big salary. Newly-minted partner. Karl Seelbach had made it before his attempt to leave with two of the firm's clients didn't go as planned. Karl recounts how that happened and how it turned out for the best. He discusses what he loves about litigation, building businesses, and gruesome injury cases. Karl is a graduate of South Texas College of Law Houston.This episode is hosted by Katya Valasek.Mentioned in this episode:Learn more about Rutgers LawLearn more about Rutgers LawKaplan Learn more about William & Mary Law SchoolLearn more about Vermont LawColorado LawLearn more about Colorado LawLearn more about 7SageAccess LawHub today!

Last month, the Colorado Supreme Court and the Maine Secretary of State determined that President Trump “engaged in an insurrection” after taking an oath to uphold the Constitution and that he is therefore disqualified from serving as president under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. In this episode, professors Josh Blackman of the South Texas College of Law Houston and Gerard Magliocca of the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law dive into the meaning and purpose of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment and the arguments for and against Trump's eligibility to run for a second term this fall. Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, moderates.   Resources:  Jeffrey Rosen, “The Supreme Court's Election Dilemma,” WSJ (Jan. 5, 2024)  Gerard Magliocca, “Background as Foreground: Section Three of the Fourteenth Amendment and January Sixth,” (Dec. 21, 2022)  Gerard Magliocca, “Amnesty and Section Three of the Fourteenth Amendment,” (July 20, 2021)  Gerard Magliocca, “What the Supreme Court Should Not Do in Trump's Disqualification Case,” NY Times (Jan. 5, 2024)   Josh Blackman & Seth Tillman, “Sweeping and Forcing the President into Section Three,” (Sept. 19, 2023)   Josh Blackman & Seth Tillman, “Is the President an ‘Officer of the United States' for Purposes of Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment?” (Dec. 20, 2021)   Josh Blackman & Seth Tillman, Amicus Brief in Support of Trump in Trump v. Anderson  Griffin's Case (1869)   The Slaughterhouse Cases (1873)   Bradwell v. Illinois (1873)   Questions or comments about the show? Email us at podcast@constitutioncenter.org.   Continue today's conversation on Facebook and Twitter using @ConstitutionCtr.   Sign up to receive Constitution Weekly, our email roundup of constitutional news and debate, at bit.ly/constitutionweekly.  You can find transcripts for each episode on the podcast pages in our Media Library. 

Josh Blackman, a constitutional law professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to hear the case of former President Donald Trump and if he can be kept off the ballot because of his efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss. Josh Blackman […]

On Friday's show: A federal judge has given Galveston County's leaders an extra week to come up with a new redistricting plan that complies with Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. But the legal fight over the county's 2021 political map could be far from over. We learn more from Charles "Rocky" Rhodes of South Texas College of Law Houston. Also this hour: From Houstonians saying in a recent survey that they've thought about leaving the area because of extreme weather, to a drop in police chases after HPD amended its policy on them, we discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week's news. And we learn about the pickleball scene in town.

In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Peter Falivene, Associate Attorney at The Strong Firm P.C. Peter received a degree in Political Science and Business from Texas Christian University and received his law degree from South Texas College of Law Houston. Peter joined The Strong Firm P.C. in 2023 as an Associate Attorney. Having grown up in The Woodlands, he leverages his local connections in the area to service his clients and give back to the community that helped shape him. Prior to joining The Strong Firm, Peter worked for a major telecommunications company in Houston as a part of their real estate department. He focuses on the firm's Real Estate and Business Transactions practice groups. Apart from work, Peter is passionate about the outdoors and spending time with his family. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efta/message

The 2023 Ron Rotunda Memorial Webinar featured a conversation with Gregory Jacob and Prof. Josh Blackman discussing the current state of the legal culture and the future of the legal profession. Professor Rotunda wrote seminal law books that are still used in law schools across the country and was the author of over 500 law review articles and other legal publications. These books and articles have been cited more than 2000 times by law reviews, by state and federal courts at every level, by the U.S. Supreme Court and by foreign courts in Europe, Africa, Asia and South America. He was also a member of the Federalist Society’s Professional Responsibility & Legal Education Practice Group. Each year, the Practice Group holds an annual Teleforum in his honor. Ron Rotunda was not only a renowned professor but also a mentor to many, including Prof. Josh Blackman, who wrote heartfelt remembrances about him on his blog here and in the Chapman Law Review here. Featuring: Gregory Frederick Jacob, Parter, O’Melveny & Meyers LLP Moderator: Prof. Josh Blackman, Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law Houston

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Two blockbuster cases came down in June of 2022. The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen substantially expanded Second Amendment rights and limited the power of states to regulate concealed carry of firearms. Bruen affected thousands of Americans who have had their laws overturned and radically changed the method by which federal judges evaluate firearms law. Two remarkable scholars of the Second Amendment and firearms law explain how law makers, law enforcers, and federal courts have responded. They discuss differences among the conservative justices that produced this fragile holding, the growing dependence on history but disdain for historians, how the Bruen approach hurts laws involving domestic violence or controlled substances, the problem of overreading historical silences, and the ways violence may be addressed through community violence intervention, free markets, etc. – in ways SCOTUS cannot control. Jacob Charles is an Associate Professor of Law, Pepperdine Caruso School of Law – a constitutional law scholar focusing on the Second Amendment and firearms law. Before joining the faculty Pepperdine, he served as the inaugural executive director of the Center for Firearms Law at Duke University School of Law. He has a terrific new piece coming out in the Duke Law Journal called “The Dead Hand of a Silent Past: Bruen, Gun Rights, and the Shackles of History.” Jake combines ambitious academic scholarship in law journals with public facing work for outlets such as the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Slate, The Hill, Bloomberg Law, and other outlets. Besides being a great friend to this podcast, he has been quoted in the New York Times, CNN, and NPR. Dru Stevenson is the Wayne Fischer Research Professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. Professor Stevenson joined the faculty in 2003 after a law career that included practicing as a Legal Aid lawyer in Connecticut and serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut. His publications cover topics ranging from criminal law to civil procedure, with an emphasis on the intersection of law with economics and linguistic theory. His articles have been cited in leading academic journals and treatises, by federal and state appellate courts, and in recent briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Professor Stevenson's current research focus is firearm law and policy. His “Revisiting the Original Congressional Debates About the Second Amendment” provides a missing analyses of the debates, situating each statement in Congress within the context of the speaker's background and political stances on issues overlapping with the right to keep and bear arms. Susan Liebell is a Professor of Political Science at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Two blockbuster cases came down in June of 2022. The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen substantially expanded Second Amendment rights and limited the power of states to regulate concealed carry of firearms. Bruen affected thousands of Americans who have had their laws overturned and radically changed the method by which federal judges evaluate firearms law. Two remarkable scholars of the Second Amendment and firearms law explain how law makers, law enforcers, and federal courts have responded. They discuss differences among the conservative justices that produced this fragile holding, the growing dependence on history but disdain for historians, how the Bruen approach hurts laws involving domestic violence or controlled substances, the problem of overreading historical silences, and the ways violence may be addressed through community violence intervention, free markets, etc. – in ways SCOTUS cannot control. Jacob Charles is an Associate Professor of Law, Pepperdine Caruso School of Law – a constitutional law scholar focusing on the Second Amendment and firearms law. Before joining the faculty Pepperdine, he served as the inaugural executive director of the Center for Firearms Law at Duke University School of Law. He has a terrific new piece coming out in the Duke Law Journal called “The Dead Hand of a Silent Past: Bruen, Gun Rights, and the Shackles of History.” Jake combines ambitious academic scholarship in law journals with public facing work for outlets such as the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Slate, The Hill, Bloomberg Law, and other outlets. Besides being a great friend to this podcast, he has been quoted in the New York Times, CNN, and NPR. Dru Stevenson is the Wayne Fischer Research Professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. Professor Stevenson joined the faculty in 2003 after a law career that included practicing as a Legal Aid lawyer in Connecticut and serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut. His publications cover topics ranging from criminal law to civil procedure, with an emphasis on the intersection of law with economics and linguistic theory. His articles have been cited in leading academic journals and treatises, by federal and state appellate courts, and in recent briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Professor Stevenson's current research focus is firearm law and policy. His “Revisiting the Original Congressional Debates About the Second Amendment” provides a missing analyses of the debates, situating each statement in Congress within the context of the speaker's background and political stances on issues overlapping with the right to keep and bear arms. Susan Liebell is a Professor of Political Science at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

Two blockbuster cases came down in June of 2022. The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen substantially expanded Second Amendment rights and limited the power of states to regulate concealed carry of firearms. Bruen affected thousands of Americans who have had their laws overturned and radically changed the method by which federal judges evaluate firearms law. Two remarkable scholars of the Second Amendment and firearms law explain how law makers, law enforcers, and federal courts have responded. They discuss differences among the conservative justices that produced this fragile holding, the growing dependence on history but disdain for historians, how the Bruen approach hurts laws involving domestic violence or controlled substances, the problem of overreading historical silences, and the ways violence may be addressed through community violence intervention, free markets, etc. – in ways SCOTUS cannot control. Jacob Charles is an Associate Professor of Law, Pepperdine Caruso School of Law – a constitutional law scholar focusing on the Second Amendment and firearms law. Before joining the faculty Pepperdine, he served as the inaugural executive director of the Center for Firearms Law at Duke University School of Law. He has a terrific new piece coming out in the Duke Law Journal called “The Dead Hand of a Silent Past: Bruen, Gun Rights, and the Shackles of History.” Jake combines ambitious academic scholarship in law journals with public facing work for outlets such as the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Slate, The Hill, Bloomberg Law, and other outlets. Besides being a great friend to this podcast, he has been quoted in the New York Times, CNN, and NPR. Dru Stevenson is the Wayne Fischer Research Professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. Professor Stevenson joined the faculty in 2003 after a law career that included practicing as a Legal Aid lawyer in Connecticut and serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut. His publications cover topics ranging from criminal law to civil procedure, with an emphasis on the intersection of law with economics and linguistic theory. His articles have been cited in leading academic journals and treatises, by federal and state appellate courts, and in recent briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Professor Stevenson's current research focus is firearm law and policy. His “Revisiting the Original Congressional Debates About the Second Amendment” provides a missing analyses of the debates, situating each statement in Congress within the context of the speaker's background and political stances on issues overlapping with the right to keep and bear arms. Susan Liebell is a Professor of Political Science at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Two blockbuster cases came down in June of 2022. The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen substantially expanded Second Amendment rights and limited the power of states to regulate concealed carry of firearms. Bruen affected thousands of Americans who have had their laws overturned and radically changed the method by which federal judges evaluate firearms law. Two remarkable scholars of the Second Amendment and firearms law explain how law makers, law enforcers, and federal courts have responded. They discuss differences among the conservative justices that produced this fragile holding, the growing dependence on history but disdain for historians, how the Bruen approach hurts laws involving domestic violence or controlled substances, the problem of overreading historical silences, and the ways violence may be addressed through community violence intervention, free markets, etc. – in ways SCOTUS cannot control. Jacob Charles is an Associate Professor of Law, Pepperdine Caruso School of Law – a constitutional law scholar focusing on the Second Amendment and firearms law. Before joining the faculty Pepperdine, he served as the inaugural executive director of the Center for Firearms Law at Duke University School of Law. He has a terrific new piece coming out in the Duke Law Journal called “The Dead Hand of a Silent Past: Bruen, Gun Rights, and the Shackles of History.” Jake combines ambitious academic scholarship in law journals with public facing work for outlets such as the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Slate, The Hill, Bloomberg Law, and other outlets. Besides being a great friend to this podcast, he has been quoted in the New York Times, CNN, and NPR. Dru Stevenson is the Wayne Fischer Research Professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. Professor Stevenson joined the faculty in 2003 after a law career that included practicing as a Legal Aid lawyer in Connecticut and serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut. His publications cover topics ranging from criminal law to civil procedure, with an emphasis on the intersection of law with economics and linguistic theory. His articles have been cited in leading academic journals and treatises, by federal and state appellate courts, and in recent briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Professor Stevenson's current research focus is firearm law and policy. His “Revisiting the Original Congressional Debates About the Second Amendment” provides a missing analyses of the debates, situating each statement in Congress within the context of the speaker's background and political stances on issues overlapping with the right to keep and bear arms. Susan Liebell is a Professor of Political Science at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/public-policy

Two blockbuster cases came down in June of 2022. The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen substantially expanded Second Amendment rights and limited the power of states to regulate concealed carry of firearms. Bruen affected thousands of Americans who have had their laws overturned and radically changed the method by which federal judges evaluate firearms law. Two remarkable scholars of the Second Amendment and firearms law explain how law makers, law enforcers, and federal courts have responded. They discuss differences among the conservative justices that produced this fragile holding, the growing dependence on history but disdain for historians, how the Bruen approach hurts laws involving domestic violence or controlled substances, the problem of overreading historical silences, and the ways violence may be addressed through community violence intervention, free markets, etc. – in ways SCOTUS cannot control. Jacob Charles is an Associate Professor of Law, Pepperdine Caruso School of Law – a constitutional law scholar focusing on the Second Amendment and firearms law. Before joining the faculty Pepperdine, he served as the inaugural executive director of the Center for Firearms Law at Duke University School of Law. He has a terrific new piece coming out in the Duke Law Journal called “The Dead Hand of a Silent Past: Bruen, Gun Rights, and the Shackles of History.” Jake combines ambitious academic scholarship in law journals with public facing work for outlets such as the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Slate, The Hill, Bloomberg Law, and other outlets. Besides being a great friend to this podcast, he has been quoted in the New York Times, CNN, and NPR. Dru Stevenson is the Wayne Fischer Research Professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. Professor Stevenson joined the faculty in 2003 after a law career that included practicing as a Legal Aid lawyer in Connecticut and serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut. His publications cover topics ranging from criminal law to civil procedure, with an emphasis on the intersection of law with economics and linguistic theory. His articles have been cited in leading academic journals and treatises, by federal and state appellate courts, and in recent briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Professor Stevenson's current research focus is firearm law and policy. His “Revisiting the Original Congressional Debates About the Second Amendment” provides a missing analyses of the debates, situating each statement in Congress within the context of the speaker's background and political stances on issues overlapping with the right to keep and bear arms. Susan Liebell is a Professor of Political Science at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/law

Two blockbuster cases came down in June of 2022. The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen substantially expanded Second Amendment rights and limited the power of states to regulate concealed carry of firearms. Bruen affected thousands of Americans who have had their laws overturned and radically changed the method by which federal judges evaluate firearms law. Two remarkable scholars of the Second Amendment and firearms law explain how law makers, law enforcers, and federal courts have responded. They discuss differences among the conservative justices that produced this fragile holding, the growing dependence on history but disdain for historians, how the Bruen approach hurts laws involving domestic violence or controlled substances, the problem of overreading historical silences, and the ways violence may be addressed through community violence intervention, free markets, etc. – in ways SCOTUS cannot control. Jacob Charles is an Associate Professor of Law, Pepperdine Caruso School of Law – a constitutional law scholar focusing on the Second Amendment and firearms law. Before joining the faculty Pepperdine, he served as the inaugural executive director of the Center for Firearms Law at Duke University School of Law. He has a terrific new piece coming out in the Duke Law Journal called “The Dead Hand of a Silent Past: Bruen, Gun Rights, and the Shackles of History.” Jake combines ambitious academic scholarship in law journals with public facing work for outlets such as the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Slate, The Hill, Bloomberg Law, and other outlets. Besides being a great friend to this podcast, he has been quoted in the New York Times, CNN, and NPR. Dru Stevenson is the Wayne Fischer Research Professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. Professor Stevenson joined the faculty in 2003 after a law career that included practicing as a Legal Aid lawyer in Connecticut and serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut. His publications cover topics ranging from criminal law to civil procedure, with an emphasis on the intersection of law with economics and linguistic theory. His articles have been cited in leading academic journals and treatises, by federal and state appellate courts, and in recent briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Professor Stevenson's current research focus is firearm law and policy. His “Revisiting the Original Congressional Debates About the Second Amendment” provides a missing analyses of the debates, situating each statement in Congress within the context of the speaker's background and political stances on issues overlapping with the right to keep and bear arms. Susan Liebell is a Professor of Political Science at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two blockbuster cases came down in June of 2022. The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen substantially expanded Second Amendment rights and limited the power of states to regulate concealed carry of firearms. Bruen affected thousands of Americans who have had their laws overturned and radically changed the method by which federal judges evaluate firearms law. Two remarkable scholars of the Second Amendment and firearms law explain how law makers, law enforcers, and federal courts have responded. They discuss differences among the conservative justices that produced this fragile holding, the growing dependence on history but disdain for historians, how the Bruen approach hurts laws involving domestic violence or controlled substances, the problem of overreading historical silences, and the ways violence may be addressed through community violence intervention, free markets, etc. – in ways SCOTUS cannot control. Jacob Charles is an Associate Professor of Law, Pepperdine Caruso School of Law – a constitutional law scholar focusing on the Second Amendment and firearms law. Before joining the faculty Pepperdine, he served as the inaugural executive director of the Center for Firearms Law at Duke University School of Law. He has a terrific new piece coming out in the Duke Law Journal called “The Dead Hand of a Silent Past: Bruen, Gun Rights, and the Shackles of History.” Jake combines ambitious academic scholarship in law journals with public facing work for outlets such as the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Slate, The Hill, Bloomberg Law, and other outlets. Besides being a great friend to this podcast, he has been quoted in the New York Times, CNN, and NPR. Dru Stevenson is the Wayne Fischer Research Professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. Professor Stevenson joined the faculty in 2003 after a law career that included practicing as a Legal Aid lawyer in Connecticut and serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut. His publications cover topics ranging from criminal law to civil procedure, with an emphasis on the intersection of law with economics and linguistic theory. His articles have been cited in leading academic journals and treatises, by federal and state appellate courts, and in recent briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court. Professor Stevenson's current research focus is firearm law and policy. His “Revisiting the Original Congressional Debates About the Second Amendment” provides a missing analyses of the debates, situating each statement in Congress within the context of the speaker's background and political stances on issues overlapping with the right to keep and bear arms. Susan Liebell is a Professor of Political Science at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

Lashonda Williams, as the Associate Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at South Texas College of Law Houston, describes the significance of building relationships with students during their academic journey, the role of stewardship through affiliation in fostering alumni philanthropy, and the long-term benefits of engaging alumni beyond graduation. LaShonda highlights the significance of maintaining communication with students during their time at the school and mentions the successful implementation of a student giving day and senior gift challenge to encourage philanthropy among students. She also shares the value of stewardship by connecting scholarship recipients with their donors, creating meaningful experiences, and cultivating relationships that extend beyond graduation.LaShonda further explains that fostering student engagement is the foundation for building a productive alumni donor base. She mentions the role of student organizations and individual connections in the philanthropic space. LaShonda emphasizes the importance of making students aware of the significance of philanthropy and how it supports their education. She discusses the impact of scholarships and the need to connect scholarship recipients with their donors to foster stewardship, gratitude, and mentorship.LaShonda mentions the importance of starting the alumni relationship while students are still attending the institution and collecting updated contact information. She suggests delivering alumni SWAG as a recognition of their first gift and other ways to create opportunities for alumni to provide feedback on their priorities and interests. The hosts, Julia Patrick and Jarrett Ransom, also give a “Tip of the Hat” to the South Texas College of Law's centennial celebration and the achievement of reaching 100 years as the oldest law school in Texas.Watch on video: https://bit.ly/3JMHBUeFollow us on the Twitter: @Nonprofit_ShowSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

The Monologue: Josh dives in on how the supreme court decisions will effect you. The Interview: Josh Blackman (South Texas College of Law Houston) talks affirmative action, student loans and the web design supreme court case.The Interview: Adam Mortara (University of Chicago Law lecturer) helps dig into to landmark court cases decided this week.LongForm: Joe Borelli (Minority Leader of the New York City Council) talks about the most ridiculous proposal NYC Mayor Eric Adams has come up with.  Quick Hit: Ilya Shapiro (Senior fellow and director of constitutional studies at the Manhattan Institute) discusses a big week in the supreme court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, questions@townsquaretalk.org or @townsquaretalk. In a historic move, the Supreme Court ruled to strike down the use of affirmative action in college admissions, a long-standing precedent that has benefited Black and Latino students in higher education. For the full hour, Charles “Rocky” Rhodes, Professor of Law at South Texas College of Law Houston and Craig Jackson, Professor of Law at Texas Southern University join us to share their perspectives on this court ruling. They weigh in on how the decision will change the landscape of higher education, what effect this ruling will have in schools across the nation, and the reactions we're seeing so far. In reference to a comment made during the show, the caller Jeff wrote in to clarify that he "was being 100% facetious," with his comment.  Guests: Charles “Rocky” Rhodes Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law Houston Craig Jackson Professor of Law, Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Texas Southern University Town Square with Ernie Manouse is a gathering space for the community to come together and discuss the day's most important and pressing issues. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

On Friday's show: The Supreme Court issued a surprise decision striking down Alabama's Congressional maps for minimizing Black voters' influence to one district. Could there be implications for Texas? We talk it over with  Charles “Rocky” Rhodes, a law professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. Also this hour: Celebrated classical pianist Amy Yang performs June 20 at the Texas Music Festival on the University of Houston campus. It's a homecoming, of sorts, for her. We find out why and what it has to do with the music she'll play. Then, from recent security breaches at Bush Airport, to Houston being home to another James Beard Award-winning chef, we ask this week's “non-expert panel” to contemplate The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week. And Texas blues singer Ruthie Foster talks about her life and career in an excerpt from this week's encore edition of I See U with Eddie Robinson.

Today on the Be Bold for Jesus Podcast, we are interviewing Bob Pruitt, Senior Counsel and Corporate Affairs Director of Alliance Defending Freedom.Be encouraged, inspired and empowered to Be Bold for Jesus through this interview! Prior to ADF, Bob operated a business and commercial law practice in Texas. Pruitt also served as President, General Counsel and Board member for CalTex, a national manufacturer in the automotive aftermarket sector. Before CalTex, he was Senior Counsel for Gulf States Toyota, Inc., an independent distributor of Toyota vehicles. Pruitt began his legal career as a civil litigator in Houston, where he was a shareholder of a litigation firm. Pruitt graduated from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Marketing and earned his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law Houston, where he was a member of two national championship moot court teams.Pruitt is a member of the State Bar of Texas and is admitted to practice in all federal courts in Texas. He is also commissioned as a Colson Fellow. Alliance Defending Freedom:We were launched in 1994 by leaders in the Christian community. While many of our clients are Christians, we've also defended the rights of Jews, Muslims, Mormons, Jehovah's Witnesses, and people of no faith. Religious freedom is for everyone. In our campus free speech work, we've represented students of varied religious faiths as well as libertarian, conservative, pro-life, pro-conservationist, and others. And outside the United States, ADF International has worked to stop genocide against Christians, Yazidis, Shia Muslims, and other religious minorities.https://adflegal.org/#Christianpodcast #Christian #Christianity #Jesus #God #boldfaith #faith #believer #uplifitingpodcast #encouraging #uplifiting #inspiring #unashamedpodcast #unashamed #beboldforjesus #bebold4jesus

Episode Description: Have you found it challenging to navigate religious freedom in the workplace in the current social climate? Our guest today is Bob Pruitt who is Senior Counsel, Corporate Affairs Director with Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF). Bob works to educate and equip churches, non-profits, Christian businesses, and other faith-based organizations regarding their legal religious rights. The ADF has helped Christians navigate significant legal issues, even at the level of the Supreme Court winning 14 cases in the last decade.   Additionally, the ADF helps churches, para-church organizations, non-profits, and businesses navigate tax, corporate, and real estate laws. Unfortunately, many Christian leaders may not be aware of the legal rights that they possess pertaining to the exercise of religious freedom. To that end, the ADF provides the necessary resources to embolden Christian leaders to faithfully live for Christ in their specific context, not just domestically but internationally also.   In this episode, you will hear:   Specific stories of how religious freedom has been successfully defended in high-profile cases. The rights that exist making it possible to hold Christian practices in the workplace. How to legally conduct faith-based activities in a respectful and winsome manner. Contact Bob here: bpruitt@adflegal.org ____________________________________________________________ About the guest: Bob Pruitt is Senior Counsel, Corporate Affairs Director for Alliance Defending Freedom. Prior to ADF, he operated a business and commercial law practice in Texas. Pruitt also served as President, General Counsel, and Board member for a national manufacturer in the automotive sector. He was also Senior Counsel for an independent distributor of a vehicle manufacturer. Pruitt began his legal career as a civil litigator in Houston. Pruitt graduated from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Marketing. He earned a J.D. from South Texas College of Law - Houston, where he was a member of two national championship moot court teams. Throughout his professional career, he has actively participated in his church and community. He is also commissioned as a Colson Fellow.   About the host: Following a successful career as CEO, Bobby sold his business to a publicly-traded company.  In what he calls his "second half of life", Bobby seeks to pour Biblically-based principles into growth-minded business, church, and non-profit leaders.   Through Values-Driven Leadership, Bobby serves as an Executive Coach and Training Consultant for organizations.  He shares many of his principles and practices through a weekly blog, the True North Leader podcast, and through three books he has authored:   Principled Profits: Outward Success Is an Inside Job True North Business: A Leader's Guide to Extraordinary Growth and Impact The Freedom Paradox: Is Unbridled Freedom Dividing America?   Find out more at valuesdrivenculture.com

On April 6th, 2023, ProPublica released a report titled, Clarence Thomas and the Billionaire, detailing Justice Clarence Thomas' failure to report years of lavish trips paid for by Republican billionaire Harlan Crow. Justice Thomas' actions led U.S. Senate Majority Whip and Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Dick Durbin and other Senate Judiciary Committee Democratic members to send a letter to Chief Justice Roberts inviting him to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee to testify at a public hearing regarding Supreme Court ethics reform. Chief Justice Roberts declined the invitation to appear.    So are we looking at major judicial ethics violations here at the hands of a Supreme Court Justice? Or was Justice Thomas simply complying with established norms?In this episode, host Craig Williams joins guest Dean James J. Alfini, professor of law from South Texas College of Law Houston, to spotlight Justice Clarence Thomas, his recent ethics scandal, judicial ethics, the potential investigation into his actions, and calls for new ethics rules for SCOTUS. Mentioned in this episode: Clarence Thomas and the Billionaire by ProPublica Judicial Ethics, Misconduct, and Reform

On April 6th, 2023, ProPublica released a report titled, Clarence Thomas and the Billionaire, detailing Justice Clarence Thomas' failure to report years of lavish trips paid for by Republican billionaire Harlan Crow. Justice Thomas' actions led U.S. Senate Majority Whip and Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Dick Durbin and other Senate Judiciary Committee Democratic members to send a letter to Chief Justice Roberts inviting him to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee to testify at a public hearing regarding Supreme Court ethics reform. Chief Justice Roberts declined the invitation to appear.    So are we looking at major judicial ethics violations here at the hands of a Supreme Court Justice? Or was Justice Thomas simply complying with established norms?In this episode, host Craig Williams joins guest Dean James J. Alfini, professor of law from South Texas College of Law Houston, to spotlight Justice Clarence Thomas, his recent ethics scandal, judicial ethics, the potential investigation into his actions, and calls for new ethics rules for SCOTUS. Mentioned in this episode: Clarence Thomas and the Billionaire by ProPublica Judicial Ethics, Misconduct, and Reform

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Ruby L. Powers is the founder of Powers Law Group, P.C., a Houston-Based, full-service immigration law firm focusing on immigration law including waivers of inadmissibility, asylum, deportation, family– and employment-based immigration. She is a Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law. She authored AILA's Build and Manage Your Successful Immigration Law Practice (Without Losing Your Mind) and recently began providing law practice management consulting services. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina School of Law, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, Leadership Houston, and American Leadership Forum. Powers is an Adjunct Professor for South Texas College of Law Houston and a business instructor for HCC.  She is a former candidate for public office and advocate for immigrants and her community at large.Linkedin: RubyPowersTwitter: @RubyPowersLawFacebook: @RubyPowersLawInstagram: @PowerslawgroupPersonal Instagram: @RubylPowersLaw Firm website: www.RubyPowersLaw.comGeneral: www.RubyPowers.com

Mock Trial? Moot Court? Both? Neither? If you're passionate, competitive, dedicated, and interested in honing your courtroom skills before graduation, joining a trial advocacy team might be for you. In this episode, Jelena & Branden-with-an-e talk to Brandon-with-an-o Draper, Director of the Trial Advocacy Center for the South Texas College of Law Houston, which is currently ranked 3rd in the nation in Trial Advocacy. Listen and learn . . . Whether you can be competitive in mock trial/moot court in law school, even if you didn't do high school debate or join a trial advocacy team as an undergrad How competing in trial advocacy prepares future litigators for the courtroom Where competitive trial advocacy differs from actual lawyering How to decide between mock trial and moot court Why some law schools do so much better than others in trial advocacy competitions How to pursue a career in trial advocacy programs, if you just really love trial advocacy so much you don't want to leave after graduation! And more! Links and Further Resources from this Episode: STCL Trial Advocacy Program Follow Brandon on LinkedIn LSATMax's Private 1-on-1 LSAT Tutoring 33 Common LSAT Flaws Apply Now for TestMax's Justice in Action Program Start Your LSATMax Free Trial Enroll in LSATMax's #1-Ranked LSAT Course Start Your 1L Free Trial Now (The Greatest Law School Supplement) Start Your BarMax Free Trial Now

Professors Randy Barnett and Josh Blackman discuss the most important Supreme Court cases of all time, as featured in their new book, An Introduction to Constitutional Law: 100+ Supreme Court Cases Everyone Should Know. Plus, they debut a new video series, including previews of Dobbs and Bruen.Featuring:--Prof. Randy Barnett, Patrick Hotung Professor of Constitutional Law, Georgetown University Law Center--Prof. Josh Blackman, Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law Houston

On Tuesday's show: The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on affirmative action as part of college admissions--we'll discuss what the possible outcomes could be with Charles 'Rocky' Rhodes from South Texas College of Law Houston. Also this hour: We continue our series of interviews with candidates in some of the key races around Texas and Greater Houston that are on the ballot on Election Day. Today we talk with Lina Hidalgo, the incumbent candidate for Harris County Judge. Then, the President of the University of Houston-Downtown, Loren Blanchard, joins us to talk about his efforts to improve student retention rates. And we learn about music in just intonation from composer and pianist Michael Harrison, who will perform at the Menil Collection this weekend.

  On Thursday's show: Over the weekend, two people died while being held at the Harris County Jail. That brought the total death count at the jail up to 21 for the year – the most deaths there in more than a decade. We learn more about those deaths and what role – if any – overcrowding at the facility played. Also this hour: Derrick Johnson, the national president of the NAACP, talks about the issues his organization is working on in the realm of racial justice. Johnson got his law degree from South Texas College of Law Houston. Then, we tour the new UH Law Center building. And a Kinetic Ensemble concert on Sunday called The Winter Anthology draws attention to climate issues and includes a piece inspired by 2021's Winter Storm Uri.

On Wednesday's show: In a ruling this week, a Texas federal judge said Second Amendment rights extend to people under felony indictment, citing a recent Supreme Court ruling striking down New York's concealed carry law. Charles "Rocky" Rhodes of South Texas School of Law Houston breaks down the ruling. Also this hour: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. Then, after the Houston Oilers left town, the Harris County Houston Sports Authority began -- 25 years ago this month, in fact -- with the mission to make sure that would never happen to Houston fans again. We learn how the organization accomplished that goal, how it has changed in the years since, and the role it plays in attracting major events like the NCAA Final Four this spring and FIFA World Cup matches in 2026. And the new film A Jazzman's Blues, written and directed by Tyler Perry, debuts on Netflix Sept. 23. The film features choreography by Houston native Debbie Allen. We revisit our 2021 conversation with her about her career and how Houston fostered her artistic sensibilities.

GHWCC Global Businesswomen's Pod Episode 24: 2022 Breakthrough Woman Lauren Waddell, Family Law Attorney, Waddell Law Firm, P.C. Please join us for our July 21st Businesswomen's POD to hear Lauren Waddell, a Houston family law attorney. Lauren is a graduate of South Texas College of Law Houston. Her advice for women entering the legal profession: "[t]here is nothing that can replace hard work," she says. "Women often have to work twice as hard as men to achieve the same level of success. Success isn't given, it's earned. Be authentic, work hard, and success will follow." Ms. Waddell is actively involved in leadership for legal and local community organizations. She currently serves on the Boards of the Greater Houston Women's Chamber of Commerce and The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art. She has served as the Chair of the Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section; the President of Texas Women Lawyers; and the President of the Association of Women Attorneys – Houston.  

GHWCC Global Businesswomen's Pod Episode 24: 2022 Breakthrough Woman Lauren Waddell, Family Law Attorney, Waddell Law Firm, P.C. Please join us for our July 21st Businesswomen's POD to hear Lauren Waddell, a Houston family law attorney. Lauren is a graduate of South Texas College of Law Houston. Her advice for women entering the legal profession: "[t]here is nothing that can replace hard work," she says. "Women often have to work twice as hard as men to achieve the same level of success. Success isn't given, it's earned. Be authentic, work hard, and success will follow." Ms. Waddell is actively involved in leadership for legal and local community organizations. She currently serves on the Boards of the Greater Houston Women's Chamber of Commerce and The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art. She has served as the Chair of the Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section; the President of Texas Women Lawyers; and the President of the Association of Women Attorneys – Houston.

On Thursday's show: This week's Supreme Court ruling temporarily blocking a Texas social media law from taking effect demonstrates it's not always strictly about political ideology in the courts. But as South Texas College of Law Houston's Rocky Rhodes tells us, it is about politics a lot more often than it used to be. Also this hour: We talk about the state of our politics with former Houston Mayor Annise Parker and former Harris County Judge Ed Emmett. Though the two differed on politics, they always worked well together -- in particular during major storm events and other emergencies. But the world of politics has changed dramatically even in the last several years. We seek their wisdom on how to navigate it and how to improve our public discourse. And we revisit a performance by the Houston group Nick Gaitan & The Umbrella Man. Gaitan performs June 5 at Cowboy Surfer.

The Heritage Foundation is honored to announce its inaugural Edwin Meese III Originalism Lecture featuring Professor Josh Blackman from South Texas College of Law Houston. This annual lecture seeks to honor former Attorney General Ed Meese's legacy of advancing an understanding and jurisprudence of originalism. When the Framers wrote the Constitution, “Their intention was to […]

The Heritage Foundation is honored to announce its inaugural Edwin Meese III Originalism Lecture featuring Professor Josh Blackman from South Texas College of Law Houston.This annual lecture seeks to honor former Attorney General Ed Meese's legacy of advancing an understanding and jurisprudence of originalism. When the Framers wrote the Constitution, “Their intention was to write a document not just for their times but for posterity,” Meese said in a 1985 speech to the D.C. Chapter of the Federalist Society Lawyers Division. Meese reiterated the theme of Original Intention in several speeches, warning of the danger of “seeing the Constitution as an empty vessel into which each generation may pour its passion and prejudice.” The Great Debate that he launched over three decades ago placed the idea of judicial originalism at the center of American jurisprudence and fundamentally altered the constitutional landscape of this nation.Today, originalism is no longer a novel concept; instead, it is now widely embraced in legal circles, including academia and the judiciary. Building on the work of Ed Meese, this lecture aims to continue the conversation he started and examine new trends and themes in originalist thought today. Please join us for our inaugural lecture with Professor Josh Blackman delivering a speech entitled Originalism and Stare Decisis in the Lower Courts­. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On February 18, 2022, the Evansville Lawyers Chapter hosted a Zoom webinar featuring Professor Josh Blackman of South Texas College of Law Houston. Prof. Blackman spoke on "Abortion, Dobbs, and The Future of the Conservative Legal Movement."Featuring: Prof. Josh Blackman, South Texas College of Law Houston

This episode of Behind the Lines: The Houston Lawyer Podcast is a companion to the Women in the Law issue of The Houston Lawyer and, like that issue, celebrates the accomplishments of women in the legal profession. It focuses primarily on celebrating how women lawyers excel at supporting other women, including colleagues, law students, and other women in the community who may particularly need the support of a lawyer.   The first segment, which is moderated/guest hosted by Nico Zulli, is entitled "Outmaneuvering Bias: How Three Women with Intersectional Identities Have Thrived in the Legal Profession."  It features Cindy Dinh, Brittny Mandarino Curry, and Jill Yaziji, whose conversation is centered around Kimberle Crenshaw's definition of intersectionality, which is "basically a lens, a prism, for seeing the way in which various forms of inequality often operate together and exacerbate each other.” The guests discuss ways in which affinity groups, mentors, sponsors, and allies have helped them navigate through their legal careers. In the second segment, "Lending a Hand: How Lawyers Support Women Experiencing Overwhelming Legal Issues - A Conversation with Anne Chandler of HVL,"  Anne Chandler discusses some of the legal challenges she has been seeing since the pandemic that disproportionately impact women in our community and how lawyers and law students can help HVL support these women. The third segment, "Providing Expertise: A Discussion with Three Women Law Students About How Women Lawyers Can Be a Resource for the Next Generation,"  features Andriana Webb of Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Victoria Harmeyer of South Texas School of Law Houston, and Chelsea Ogan of University of Houston Law Center. These women are on the executive boards of the women's organizations of their law schools, and they address what they need from women lawyer mentors and what their vision is for the future of women in our profession.This episode ends with some shout outs to amazing women from several different Houston women lawyers. Listeners will be uplifted and inspired by the guests on the episode, and it is well worth the time investment to hear what each of the amazing guests have to say about how to be a source of support to women in the profession, law school, and the community. Members of the HBA who listen to the entire episode can receive 1.75 hours of CLE with .75 ethics. The CLE number is available on the HBA website, hba.org/watchCLE.

I once practiced law in the State of Texas. As such, I am aware of the challenges lawyers and law student overcome daily to walk out their wish fulfilled. The affirmations in this episode have the ability to make your life more satisfying. Enjoy! Listen until the end to here about my special offer for South Texas College of Law - Houston students. The affirmations discussed in this episode can be found here: mindoftheprophet.wordpress.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mindoftheprophet/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindoftheprophet/support

Welcome back to America's leading higher education law podcast, EdUp Legal - part of the EdUp Experience Podcast Network! In this episode, we hear from Michael F. Barry, President, and Dean at South Texas College of Law Houston. Learn more about Michael F. Barry, President and Dean of South Texas College of Law, and his path to leadership of this independent law school in Houston, Texas. Dean Barry shares the mission of South Texas, how faculty and students aided the Houston community during the pandemic, and how their commitment to one another led to faculty and staff finding innovative ways to connect with students during COVID's isolation. Dean Barry discusses the wholesale curricular review being undertaken by their faculty and the intentional efforts towards replicating Houston's extraordinary diversity within South Texas College of Law. A veteran of 67 marathons, Dean Barry explains the lessons from running that are instructive to the journey and success of law students. He closes with predictions of what is in store for legal education in the coming decade. Thank you so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for your EdUp time! Connect with your host - Patty Roberts ● If you want to get involved, leave us a comment or rate us! ● Join the EdUp community at The EdUp Experience! ● Follow EdUp on Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | YouTube Thanks for listening!

Welcome back to America's leading higher education law podcast, EdUp Legal - part of the EdUp Experience Podcast Network! In this episode, we hear from Michael F. Barry, President, and Dean at South Texas College of Law Houston. Learn more about Michael F. Barry, President and Dean of South Texas College of Law, and his path to leadership of this independent law school in Houston, Texas. Dean Barry shares the mission of South Texas, how faculty and students aided the Houston community during the pandemic, and how their commitment to one another led to faculty and staff finding innovative ways to connect with students during COVID's isolation. Dean Barry discusses the wholesale curricular review being undertaken by their faculty and the intentional efforts towards replicating Houston's extraordinary diversity within South Texas College of Law. A veteran of 67 marathons, Dean Barry explains the lessons from running that are instructive to the journey and success of law students. He closes with predictions of what is in store for legal education in the coming decade. Thank you so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for your EdUp time! Connect with your host - Patty Roberts ● If you want to get involved, leave us a comment or rate us! ● Join the EdUp community at The EdUp Experience! ● Follow EdUp on Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | YouTube Thanks for listening!

In many recent high profile cases, the courtroom conduct of judges has been in the spotlight. In 2020, Reuters journalists Michael Berens and John Shiffman did an investigative series on judicial misconduct titled The Teflon Robe. In this series, Berens and Shiffman reviewed 1,509 cases from 2008 through 2019 in which judges resigned, retired or were publicly disciplined following accusations of misconduct. In Tennessee, juvenile court Judge Donna Scott Davenport has come under fire after a ProPublica and Nashville Public Radio investigation revealed that she allegedly oversaw a juvenile justice system which disproportionately and illegally jailed Black children for the crime of “criminal responsibility,” a crime that doesn't exist. Judge Donna Scott Davenport remains on the bench.  On Lawyer 2 Lawyer, host Craig Williams is joined by Dean James J. Alfini, professor of law from South Texas College of Law Houston to discuss the ethical guidelines judges need to abide by, what should happen to these judges if these guidelines are violated, and whether there should be some type of reform to prevent future misconduct. 

In many recent high profile cases, the courtroom conduct of judges has been in the spotlight. In 2020, Reuters journalists Michael Berens and John Shiffman did an investigative series on judicial misconduct titled The Teflon Robe. In this series, Berens and Shiffman reviewed 1,509 cases from 2008 through 2019 in which judges resigned, retired or were publicly disciplined following accusations of misconduct. In Tennessee, juvenile court Judge Donna Scott Davenport has come under fire after a ProPublica and Nashville Public Radio investigation revealed that she allegedly oversaw a juvenile justice system which disproportionately and illegally jailed Black children for the crime of “criminal responsibility,” a crime that doesn't exist. Judge Donna Scott Davenport remains on the bench.  On Lawyer 2 Lawyer, host Craig Williams is joined by Dean James J. Alfini, professor of law from South Texas College of Law Houston to discuss the ethical guidelines judges need to abide by, what should happen to these judges if these guidelines are violated, and whether there should be some type of reform to prevent future misconduct. 

A Look at the U.S. Supreme Court Term: Josh Blackman, a national thought leader on constitutional law and the United States Supreme Court, regular television commentator, Professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston and an adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute joins host Richard Levick of LEVICK to discuss the current Supreme Court term including a look at Roe v. Wade, the Mississippi and Texas abortion laws, gun control, voting rights, vaccination mandates, the value of legislative histories, stare decisis and the original intent doctrine. Professor Blackman has authored three books. His latest, An Introduction to Constitutional Law, was a top-five bestseller on Amazon. Josh has written more than five dozen law review articles that have been cited nearly a thousand times. Josh was selected by Forbes Magazine for the “30 Under 30” in Law and Policy. This is the first in a series looking at the current term.

On Thursday's show: City council members have overwhelmingly approved an agreement with the developers of the Ion innovation district despite two years of pushback from community organizers and neighbors who are concerned about the massive development's potential gentrification impact on the historically Black Third Ward area. News 88.7's Jen Rice explains what the vote means. Also this hour: Plans for the East River development in the East End. Plus, on this Veterans Day, Houston Army veteran Tam Pham, who served in Iraq and Afghanistan and is now a student at South Texas College of Law Houston, shares how working to resettle refugees from Afghanistan helped him process his experiences from the war. And we revisit a 2019 conversation about how Houston influenced the late columnist and humorist Molly Ivins.

Photo:  Scenes with the expeditionary force in the Egyptian area British trenches in the sand dunes on the Gaza front. Lessons of the Gaza rockets, 2021.  Blaise Misztal @BlaiseMisztal.  Geoffrey S. Corn @cornjag1.  Malcolm Hoenlein@Conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 https://jinsa.org/jinsa_report/gaza-conflict-2021-assessment-observations-and-lessons/ Blaise Misztal is Vice President for Policy at JINSA. His research interests include Iran and its nuclear program, U.S.-Turkey relations, countering extremism, and strategic competition. He has testified before Congress and published widely—including op-eds in the Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, New Republic, and Roll Call. LTC Geoffrey S. Corn is the Gary A. Kuiper Distinguished Professor of National Security Law at South Texas College of Law Houston. Prior to joining the South Texas faculty in 2005, Professor Corn served in the U.S. Army for 21 years as an officer, retiring in the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in 2004, and a final year as civilian legal expert on law of war matters. Malcolm Hoenlein@Conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1

  On Friday's Houston Matters: It's Election Day, and voters are settling some local offices today. Across the state, they'll decide the fate of eight state constitutional amendments. News 88.7's Andrew Schneider walks us through them. Also this hour: City Council Member Amy Peck, who represents District A, answers your questions. Then, we learn about HCC v. Wilson, a case stemming from Houston being argued today before the U.S. Supreme Court. And Rick Morris, a Houston attorney making arguments on one side of the case, discusses how he went about preparing for the big moment -- and how he involved students from South Texas College of Law Houston in the process. And, Dia de los Muertos continues today, celebrating family and friends who have died. We learn about Memorial Reefs International, a company that's using people's cremated remains to create new artificial reefs off the coast of places around the country, including Galveston. MORE: Another Reef Restoration Project in Galveston Bay

In this Episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, I am joined by Cherie Taylor, Vice President, Associate Dean for Academics, Professor of Law, and Director of Institute for International Legal Practice & National Security at South Texas College of Law Houston. We discuss the school's new initiative in the compliance arena. Highlights of this podcast include: Professional background of Dean Taylor.  Her work at South Texas College of Law Houston. STCL's Institute for International Law and National Security. A Certificate Program in Compliance. International transactions and compliance. STCL at 100 and beyond. Resources Dean Cherie Taylor South Texas College of Law Houston STCL International Legal Practice and National Security Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Trey is joined by Josh Blackman, Professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston, an adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute, and an expert on Constitutional Law, to discuss the legal ramifications of mask mandates and requiring COVID-19 vaccinations across both the private and public sector in the U.S.  Follow Trey on Twitter: @TGowdySC 

As students return to school, hundreds of colleges and universities are requiring those returning to campus to get coronavirus vaccines. Recently, a federal appeals court declined to grant an injunction against Indiana University's vaccine mandate after it was challenged in a lawsuit by students who say it violates their constitutional rights. On this week's episode, we discuss the Indiana case as well as the constitutionality of vaccination mandates issued or being considered by different institutions including schools; discuss whether states or the federal government may also have the power to issue vaccine mandates; and explain how Supreme Court cases, including those from over a century ago, might impact this question. Wendy K. Mariner, professor at the Boston University Schools of Public Health, Law, and Medicine, and Josh Blackman, constitutional law professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston, join host Jeffrey Rosen. Additional resources and transcript available at constitutioncenter.org/constitution. Questions or comments about the show? Email us at podcast@constitutioncenter.org.

As students return to school, hundreds of colleges and universities are requiring those returning to campus to get coronavirus vaccines. Recently, a federal appeals court declined to grant an injunction against Indiana University's vaccine mandate after it was challenged in a lawsuit by students who say it violates their constitutional rights. On this week's episode, we discuss the Indiana case as well as the constitutionality of vaccination mandates issued or being considered by different institutions including schools; discuss whether states or the federal government may also have the power to issue vaccine mandates; and explain how Supreme Court cases, including those from over a century ago, might impact this question. Wendy K. Mariner, professor at the Boston University Schools of Public Health, Law, and Medicine, and Josh Blackman, constitutional law professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston, join host Jeffrey Rosen. Additional resources and transcript available at constitutioncenter.org/constitution. Questions or comments about the show? Email us at podcast@constitutioncenter.org.

Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, questions@townsquaretalk.org or @townsquaretalk. This past weekend, mass shootings occurred across the country – with fatalities in Chicago, Portland, South Florida, Cleveland, Indianapolis and New Orleans. Meanwhile, a federal judge has overturned California's longtime ban on assault weapons – in a ruling last Friday that likened the AR-15 to a Swiss Army knife. Closer to home, here in Texas, a permitless carry bill is waiting to be signed into law by the Governor. Today, we continue our on-going conversation – and coverage of – gun violence and policies. We'll also look at social justice, racial equity and policing. Experts from the University of Houston and South Texas College of Law Houston will join us to field your calls. Guests are: Dr. Elwyn C. Lee Vice President for Community Relations and Institutional Access, at the University of Houston Co-Chair of the Racial, Equity and Social Justice Committee Panelist on the virtual forum, George Floyd: Where Are We After One Year? Dr. Sandra Guerra Thompson Professor of Law and Director of the Criminal Justice Institute at UH Mayor's Task Force on Policing Reform Panelist on the virtual forum, George Floyd: Where Are We After One Year? Charles "Rocky" Rhodes Professor of Law & constitutional law expert at South Texas College of Law Houston Dru Stevenson Professor of Law at South Texas College of Law Houston He teaches Administrative Law/Regulation, Legislation, among other areas Town Square with Ernie Manouse is a gathering space for the community to come together and discuss the day's most important and pressing issues. Audio from today's show will be available after 5 p.m. CT. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps.

On May 28, 2021, the Federalist Society's Central Kentucky Lawyers Chapter featured the first installment of a six-part series in which former clerks interview Sixth Circuit judges. The online interview featured Judge Danny Boggs and his former clerk, Prof. Josh Blackman.Featuring: Judge Danny J. Boggs, Judge, United States Court of Appeals, Sixth CircuitProf. Josh Blackman, South Texas College of Law Houston; former clerk for Judge BoggsIntroduction: Carmine G. Iaccarino, Executive Director, Office of Civil & Environmental Law, Kentucky Office of Attorney General; The Federalist Society's Central Kentucky Lawyers Chapter* * * * * As always, the Federalist Society takes no position on particular legal or public policy issues; all expressions of opinion are those of the speaker.

Lifelong long friends Tina McElroy Ansa and Wanda Lloyd have collaborated as co-editors to publish MEETING AT THE TABLE: African-American Women Write On Race, Culture, And Community. McElroy and Lloyd, met while attending Spellman College, envisioned the essays as a balm and rallying cry for the nation's weary souls after the death of George Floyd. The essayists include Keisha Lance Bottoms, Mayor of Atlanta, actress Anika Noni Rose, and Njeri Rutledge, who joined Tina and Wanda for the interview. Tina McElroy Ansa is a publisher, filmmaker, teacher, journalist, and the author of four novels. Wanda Lloyd is author of the memoir, "Coming Full Circle: From Jim Crow to Journalism and a retired newspaper editor. Njeri Rutledge is a law professor at South Texas College of Law Houston and an opinion columnist for USA Today.

Lifelong long friends Tina McElroy Ansa and Wanda Lloyd have collaborated as co-editors to publish MEETING AT THE TABLE: African-American Women Write On Race, Culture, And Community. McElroy and Lloyd, met while attending Spellman College, envisioned the essays as a balm and rallying cry for the nation's weary souls after the death of George Floyd. The essayists include Keisha Lance Bottoms, Mayor of Atlanta, actress Anika Noni Rose, and Njeri Rutledge, who joined Tina and Wanda for the interview. Tina McElroy Ansa is a publisher, filmmaker, teacher, journalist, and the author of four novels. Wanda Lloyd is author of the memoir, "Coming Full Circle: From Jim Crow to Journalism and a retired newspaper editor. Njeri Rutledge is a law professor at South Texas College of Law Houston and an opinion columnist for USA Today.

In this episode Rob Thomson, an Estate Planning Attorney, shares 5 essential things every business owner needs to know about protecting their assets.Rob Thomson was raised in Monroe, Louisiana. He graduated from the University of Louisiana at Monroe where he received his undergraduate Bachelor of Music degree and participated with Kappa Kappa Psi. (And yes, he still plays the trumpet, bass guitar, a little piano and sings!)After graduating from college, Rob’s first real job was as a life insurance underwriter. And that’s how he initially became fascinated with the importance of planning… financial planning… and estate planning.After getting married in the summer of 2005, he and his wife moved to New Orleans. Rob started an MBA program at the University of New Orleans, but when Hurricane Katrina hit, he was activated with the Louisiana National Guard.Leaving the devastation of Katrina, Rob and his wife moved to Houston, where he enrolled in law school.In 2012, Rob graduated from South Texas College of Law Houston where he earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence and was active with Phi Delta Phi.Since graduating from law school, Rob’s been an estate planning attorney focused in the areas of estate planning, business transactions and asset protection.Rob started Insight For life after his wife asked him what she and their three children would do if something happened to him… because his family relies on his income. He suddenly realized that she wasn’t the only person lying awake, fearful of an EXPOSED, uncertain future.He studied the insurance marketplace and couldn’t find what he was looking for—an agency that solves the kind of problem a lot of people have when they’re shopping for insurance. What he saw was people being sold inappropriate products—over and over—because the agent needed to make a sale… and a commission.Houston-based Insight For Life prides itself on giving clients easy, tailor-made solutions that address their specific problems and unique circumstances.You get a “one of a kind, peace of mind” for all your insurance needs. Your questions answered. Your future protected. And your conscience clear that you’ve done everything in your power to keep yourself, your family and your business from being ruined by unnecessary risk.You can download the transcript of this episode here.You may contact Rob at Rob@myinsight4life.com or contact the insurance department at 281-269-2372MegaBucks Radio with Nina Hershbergerhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/megabucks-radio-with-nina-hershbergerSource: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/rob-thompson-estate-planning-attorney-on-5-essential-things-every-person-needs-to-know-about-protecting-their-assets

The International Criminal Court (ICC) recently made several controversial decisions regarding investigations into alleged Israeli and U.S. war crimes. • How does a case land in the ICC? • What are the bases of jurisdiction? • What is the relationship between the authorization to investigate Israel and the authorization to investigate the United States? • What is the potential impact of the ICC's ruling on jurisdiction over Israel, a non-member state, on the national security of the U.S. and Israel?• What does the potential politicization of the ICC mean for the realm of international law (including law of armed conflict)? Professor Geoffrey Corn of South Texas College of Law Houston joins host Erielle Davidson in an effort to answer these questions.

Femi and Patrick chat with Cece Burbach (3L at South Texas College of Law Houston), Joe Holloway (2L at University of Houston Law Center), and Arriyana Patton (2L at Thurgood Marshall School of Law). All three are currently law students at Houston-area schools and serve as Student Directors on the HYLA Board of Directors, alongside Femi and Patrick. Femi and Patrick ask their three guests a number of questions about the significance of 1L fall grades and what the internship-search looks like for 1L students. Together, the five of them offer their insights and advice for 1Ls during this important time of the year. The HYLIGHTS Podcast is brought to you by the Houston Young Lawyers Association! If you have any comments or questions, or if you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please email us at hylightspodcast@gmail.com. Join HYLA: https://www.hyla.org/why-should-you-join-hyla

In this interview, I met with Aimara Flores Esq. We discussed the differences in our upbring and through higher education- she is from the diverse Texas state, and I grew up in the Midwest. Our experiences were far different, but we found a common understanding where we both dealt with balancing our families, cultures, and overcoming barriers are first-generation students. Listen in to find out how Aimara attended community college and is now a district attorney. Aimara was born and raised in Houston TX. After finishing community college at San Jacinto College, she transferred to the University of Houston where she earned her B.S in History. She then went on to South Texas College of Law Houston and passed the TX bar in 2020. She now works as an Assistant District Attorney in Harris County.Daughter to a Peruvian father and Mexican mother, she is the first lawyer in her family. Aimara is a proud mother of a young daughter and has raised her daughter alongside her husband while raising their daughter to believe that she can do anything she sets her mind to. Aimara's daughter has been her #1 cheerleader throughout her career, inspiring her to be the best version of herself. During her free time, Aimara enjoys going for a run with her dog Luna and getting lost in a good book.  

In this episode, Guha Krishnamurthi, Assistant Professor of Law at South Texas College of Law Houston, discusses his article "The Case for the Abolition of Criminal Confessions," which was honored in the 2021 AALS scholarly papers competition. Krishnamurthi begins by explaining why confessions are terrible evidence of guilt. He observes that criminal defendants often have incentives to falsely confess, and that juries give confessions far more weight than they deserve. He defines confessions as admissions of guilt, not other kinds of evidence. And he argues that we should exclude confessions from criminal trials. Krishnamurthi is on Twitter at @GGKrishnamoomoo.This episode was hosted by Brian L. Frye, Spears-Gilbert Professor of Law at the University of Kentucky College of Law. Frye is on Twitter at @brianlfrye. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As if the stakes of the election weren't high enough, the added complication of a Supreme Court vacancy left by Ruth Bader Ginsburg has turned divisive politics into an all-out war. President Trump is set to nominate a candidate on Saturday, and on Sunday morning (8-9am PACIFIC), I'll discuss breaking news with analysis from Josh Blackman – a law professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston, adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute, and prolific blogger at Reason's Volokh Conspiracy. Blackman says “This is like a game of eight-dimensional chess,” because of all the moving parts. First, there are questions of legality. Second, questions of legitimacy. Third, questions of practicality and political gamesmanship. With Kamala Harris presiding over the Senate Judiciary Committee, the sparks will fly in the nomination hearings. If a new justice is confirmed, what will happen after the election? Some have dared to consider the dread possibility that the Supreme Court must intervene to decide a contested election. In that situation, would the new justice have to recuse him or herself? And what about Clarence Thomas? He has certainly not forgotten the mistreatment he suffered at the hands of then-Senator Joe Biden during his confirmation hearings. As I told Craig Roberts recently, this is the stuff that Academy-Award movies are made of. It might be entertaining, if it weren't so anxiety-provoking.I'm thrilled to welcome Professor Blackman to my show for the first time to discuss his recent writings and commentary on the vacant Supreme Court seat. We'll discuss the precedent for appointing a nominee in the final month's of a president's term, as well as the political calculations for Republicans and more importantly, Democrats, who have entertained the idea of packing the courts should they return to power.Joe Biden himself has said this is a slippery slope, but how long can he withstand pressure from the rest of the Democratic Party? Is court packing a foregone conclusion if the Democrats take power?

How realistic is the SpaceX dream to get to Mars? What does the latest scientific literature have to say about supernovae? Is there intelligent life in the universe? Today, Sarah and David are joined by Atlantic staff writer Marina Koren for a deep dive into all things space. Hear everything there is to know about the space race between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, colliding black holes, and other crazy interstellar phenomena. But today’s episode would be incomplete without its requisite dose of legal nerdery. Tune in to hear David and Sarah break down the legality of Trump’s latest executive actions and offer some insights on the D.C. circuit’s decision regarding the House Judiciary Committee and former White House counsel Don McGahn. Show Notes: -The D.C. Circuit McGahn case and the president’s executive actions this weekend: student loan payment relief memorandum, executive order on evictions, payroll tax deferral memorandum, unemployment insurance memorandum. -Advisory Opinions episode with Josh Blackman, associate professor of law at the South Texas College of Law Houston. -“Black Holes Really Know How to Savor Their Meals” by Marina Koren, and her author page at The Atlantic.

After a momentous term at the Supreme Court, what are we to make of it all? Josh Blackman, associate professor of law at the South Texas College of Law Houston, joins David and Sarah to help us all understand:  Roberts' role at the center of the Court, Gorsuch and textualism, and Kagan's growing influence. David, Sarah, and Josh cover it all. Show Notes: -Make sure to read Sarah's piece on the Supreme Court term.

On Thursday's Houston Matters: The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the DACA program in a 5-4 vote. We learn more about the ruling and what it means from Charles "Rocky" Rhodes from South Texas College of Law Houston. Also this hour: Quaker Oats announced it's retiring the Aunt Jemima brand and logo, acknowledging its origins are rooted in a racial stereotype. Thousands signed a petition asking H-E-B to require customers to wear face masks. Such intersections... Read More

On Nov. 5, 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court heard argument in Allen v. Cooper, which involves a dispute over the way state sovereign immunity and federal copyright law interact when an author alleges state infringement of that author’s federal copyright.Petitioner Frederick Allen and his company, Nautilus Productions, contend that North Carolina violated their federal copyrights by publishing video and photographic footage that Allen had taken of the pirate Blackbeard’s sunken flagship, Queen Anne’s Revenge. Allen also challenges the validity of a recently passed North Carolina statute providing that photographs and video recordings of shipwrecks in the custody of North Carolina are public records. This law, he contends, was enacted in bad faith to undermine his copyright claim.Allen and Nautilus sued North Carolina and various of its officials in federal district court. Although the district court rejected defendants’ invocation of sovereign immunity from suit, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit reversed that judgment, concluding that the Copyright Remedy Clarification Act does not validly abrogate Eleventh Amendment sovereign immunity, which ultimately shields respondents from all of Allen’s and Nautilus’s claims.The U.S. Supreme Court subsequently granted certiorari to consider whether Congress validly abrogated state sovereign immunity via the Copyright Remedy Clarification Act in providing remedies for authors of original expression whose federal copyrights are infringed by states.To discuss the case, in this special panel episode, we have Zvi Rosen, Visiting Scholar and Professorial Lecturer in Law, George Washington University School of Law, Prof. Josh Blackman, Associate Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law Houston, and our moderator, Kevin R. Amer, Deputy General Counsel at the U.S. Copyright Office.As always, the Federalist Society takes no particular legal or public policy positions. All opinions expressed are those of the speakers.

On Nov. 5, 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court heard argument in Allen v. Cooper, which involves a dispute over the way state sovereign immunity and federal copyright law interact when an author alleges state infringement of that author’s federal copyright.Petitioner Frederick Allen and his company, Nautilus Productions, contend that North Carolina violated their federal copyrights by publishing video and photographic footage that Allen had taken of the pirate Blackbeard’s sunken flagship, Queen Anne’s Revenge. Allen also challenges the validity of a recently passed North Carolina statute providing that photographs and video recordings of shipwrecks in the custody of North Carolina are public records. This law, he contends, was enacted in bad faith to undermine his copyright claim.Allen and Nautilus sued North Carolina and various of its officials in federal district court. Although the district court rejected defendants’ invocation of sovereign immunity from suit, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit reversed that judgment, concluding that the Copyright Remedy Clarification Act does not validly abrogate Eleventh Amendment sovereign immunity, which ultimately shields respondents from all of Allen’s and Nautilus’s claims.The U.S. Supreme Court subsequently granted certiorari to consider whether Congress validly abrogated state sovereign immunity via the Copyright Remedy Clarification Act in providing remedies for authors of original expression whose federal copyrights are infringed by states.To discuss the case, in this special panel episode, we have Zvi Rosen, Visiting Scholar and Professorial Lecturer in Law, George Washington University School of Law, Prof. Josh Blackman, Associate Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law Houston, and our moderator, Kevin R. Amer, Deputy General Counsel at the U.S. Copyright Office.As always, the Federalist Society takes no particular legal or public policy positions. All opinions expressed are those of the speakers.

Two years ago, the Trump administration decided to end Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) — a policy enacted under President Obama that deferred the deportation of undocumented people brought to the United States as children. Earlier this week, the Supreme Court heard challenges to that decision and was faced with the questions: can the Court even review the decision to end DACA, since it was an action taken by the Department of Homeland Security, an executive branch agency? If it can, was the decision to rescind DACA legal? And is DACA itself legal and constitutional? Brianne Gorod of the Constitutional Accountability Center and Josh Blackman of the South Texas College of Law Houston join host Jeffrey Rosen to dive into the questions. Questions or comments about the podcast? Email us at podcast@constitutioncenter.org.

Two years ago, the Trump administration decided to end Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) — a policy enacted under President Obama that deferred the deportation of undocumented people brought to the United States as children. Earlier this week, the Supreme Court heard challenges to that decision and was faced with the questions: can the Court even review the decision to end DACA, since it was an action taken by the Department of Homeland Security, an executive branch agency? If it can, was the decision to rescind DACA legal? And is DACA itself legal and constitutional? Brianne Gorod of the Constitutional Accountability Center and Josh Blackman of the South Texas College of Law Houston join host Jeffrey Rosen to dive into the questions. Questions or comments about the podcast? Email us at podcast@constitutioncenter.org.

2PM – Professor Josh Blackman, Professor Constitutional law-South Texas College of Law Houston, chats with Matt about the Constitution and the power it holds. 2:30 – State Representative Jeremy Thiesfeldt talks with Matt about education and the recent news of low testing scores. 3PM – Matt discusses America's oil independence in the wake of the attack on a Saudi oil field. 4PM – Matt looks at the GM workers strike and the other news of the day.

In this episode, Josh Blackman, Associate Professor of Law at the South Texas College of Law Houston, discusses his article "The Irrepressible Myths of Cooper v. Aaron," which will be published in the Georgetown Law Journal. Blackman begins by explaining what happened in the Supreme Court case Cooper v. Aaron and describing the historical context in which the case was decided, as the Supreme Court tried to enforce its decisions in Brown v. Board of Education against massive Southern resistance. He observes that the Court relied on concepts of both judicial supremacy and judicial universality, and asks how effectively it marshaled each premise. He traces the evolution of the opinion through the papers of the justices, and how the Court reached its ultimate conclusion. And he argues that Cooper v. Aaron and its aftermath emphasizes that the Supreme Court is still a court, and that its decisions must still be implemented by the executive branch. Blackman is on Twitter at @JoshMBlackman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Professional Responsibility & Legal Education Practice Group TeleforumCLE not offered if Teleforum listened to after the event is concluded. Written Materials are accessible through the link included on your ticketThe Federalist Society offers a unique opportunity to acquire one hour’s worth of ethics CLE credit.Our visiting expert in legal and judicial ethics will discuss a recent regulatory development in the field, with the purpose of translating this development into practical wisdom about the likely impact on the practice of law in 2018 and beyond:In August 2016, the American Bar Association approved Model Rule of Professional Conduct 8.4(g). The new provision provides that it is misconduct for an attorney to “engage in conduct that the lawyer knows or reasonably should know is harassment or discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or socioeconomic status in conduct related to the practice of law.” Comment [4] explains that “conduct related to the practice of law . . . includes representing clients; interacting with witnesses, coworkers, court personnel, lawyers and others while engaged in the practice of law; operating or managing a law firm or law practice; and participating in bar association, business or social activities in connection with the practice of law.”The Model Rules are just that — models, that do not apply in any jurisdiction. Now the project goes to the states, as state courts consider whether to adopt Rule 8.4(g).To date, seven states have rejected the rule: Arizona, Illinois, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, South Carolina, and Tennessee have rejected the proposal. The Attorneys General of four states have concluded that adopting the rule would violate the First Amendment: Louisiana, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Only Vermont has adopted the model rule in its entirety. In this teleforum, Professor Josh Blackman of the South Texas College of Law Houston will discuss the constitutional issues surounding Model Rule 8.4(g). Specifically, he will address how the Supreme Court’s recent decision in National Institute of Family and Life Advocates v. Becerra (2018) calls into question the state bar’s ability to regulate attorney speech, and how it will affect attorneys in their practice of law throughout the next few years. Professor Blackman will also give his insights on the rising relevance of social media in regards to the law, and what implications exist for practicing attorneys who use social media. Featuring:Prof. Josh Blackman, Associate Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law, HoustonCall begins at 1:55 p.m. Eastern Time.Teleforum calls are open to all dues paying members of the Federalist Society. To become a member, sign up here. As a member, you should receive email announcements of upcoming Teleforum calls which contain the conference call phone number. If you are not receiving those email announcements, please contact us at 202-822-8138. Because we are offering CLE for this Teleforum, it is open to non-members as well. The Teleforum call-in number will be available with the CLE materials upon registration.One hour of ethics CLE available in some jurisdictions pending approval*$25 for CLE (Federalist Society members)$50 for CLE (non-Federalist Society members)Charges apply ONLY to those seeking CLE credit.Registration for CLE credit is required.Attendance must be verified during the presentation.**No registration or fee is required if you are not seeking CLE credit. *Please note CLE applications will be made in accordance with any states that are requested during registration up until the day of the Teleforum. CLE credit is not guaranteed, as the decision to accredit the course is made by each individual state bar, but all states that attorneys request will be applied to. **Additional CLE Instructions:Please check your confirmation email for the link to the ticket, where there will be a drop box link to download all CLE Materials including the links for the online Certificate of Attendance, Evaluation Form, and the PDF Written Materials.Call into the Teleforum number 1-888-752-3232 before 1:55 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 18.A registration page link will be sent to you the afternoon of October 18. Please make sure to electronically sign in using this link at the beginning of the call, preferably within the first 5 minutes of the call.Listen for the "Unique Program Codes" during the call and enter those codes on your Certificate of Attendance to verify your attendance.Fill out your Certificate of Attendance and Evaluation Form that will be provided with your confirmation email, within 14 days of the conclusion of the program.

Professional Responsibility & Legal Education Practice Group TeleforumCLE not offered if Teleforum listened to after the event is concluded. Written Materials are accessible through the link included on your ticketThe Federalist Society offers a unique opportunity to acquire one hour’s worth of ethics CLE credit.Our visiting expert in legal and judicial ethics will discuss a recent regulatory development in the field, with the purpose of translating this development into practical wisdom about the likely impact on the practice of law in 2018 and beyond:In August 2016, the American Bar Association approved Model Rule of Professional Conduct 8.4(g). The new provision provides that it is misconduct for an attorney to “engage in conduct that the lawyer knows or reasonably should know is harassment or discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or socioeconomic status in conduct related to the practice of law.” Comment [4] explains that “conduct related to the practice of law . . . includes representing clients; interacting with witnesses, coworkers, court personnel, lawyers and others while engaged in the practice of law; operating or managing a law firm or law practice; and participating in bar association, business or social activities in connection with the practice of law.”The Model Rules are just that — models, that do not apply in any jurisdiction. Now the project goes to the states, as state courts consider whether to adopt Rule 8.4(g).To date, seven states have rejected the rule: Arizona, Illinois, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, South Carolina, and Tennessee have rejected the proposal. The Attorneys General of four states have concluded that adopting the rule would violate the First Amendment: Louisiana, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Only Vermont has adopted the model rule in its entirety. In this teleforum, Professor Josh Blackman of the South Texas College of Law Houston will discuss the constitutional issues surounding Model Rule 8.4(g). Specifically, he will address how the Supreme Court’s recent decision in National Institute of Family and Life Advocates v. Becerra (2018) calls into question the state bar’s ability to regulate attorney speech, and how it will affect attorneys in their practice of law throughout the next few years. Professor Blackman will also give his insights on the rising relevance of social media in regards to the law, and what implications exist for practicing attorneys who use social media. Featuring:Prof. Josh Blackman, Associate Professor of Law, South Texas College of Law, HoustonCall begins at 1:55 p.m. Eastern Time.Teleforum calls are open to all dues paying members of the Federalist Society. To become a member, sign up here. As a member, you should receive email announcements of upcoming Teleforum calls which contain the conference call phone number. If you are not receiving those email announcements, please contact us at 202-822-8138. Because we are offering CLE for this Teleforum, it is open to non-members as well. The Teleforum call-in number will be available with the CLE materials upon registration.One hour of ethics CLE available in some jurisdictions pending approval*$25 for CLE (Federalist Society members)$50 for CLE (non-Federalist Society members)Charges apply ONLY to those seeking CLE credit.Registration for CLE credit is required.Attendance must be verified during the presentation.**No registration or fee is required if you are not seeking CLE credit. *Please note CLE applications will be made in accordance with any states that are requested during registration up until the day of the Teleforum. CLE credit is not guaranteed, as the decision to accredit the course is made by each individual state bar, but all states that attorneys request will be applied to. **Additional CLE Instructions:Please check your confirmation email for the link to the ticket, where there will be a drop box link to download all CLE Materials including the links for the online Certificate of Attendance, Evaluation Form, and the PDF Written Materials.Call into the Teleforum number 1-888-752-3232 before 1:55 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 18.A registration page link will be sent to you the afternoon of October 18. Please make sure to electronically sign in using this link at the beginning of the call, preferably within the first 5 minutes of the call.Listen for the "Unique Program Codes" during the call and enter those codes on your Certificate of Attendance to verify your attendance.Fill out your Certificate of Attendance and Evaluation Form that will be provided with your confirmation email, within 14 days of the conclusion of the program.

On Wednesday, April 25, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in one of the biggest cases of the year: Trump v. Hawaii, the challenge to the latest iteration of President Donald Trump’s efforts to restrict travel to the United States by nationals from certain countries. The federal government contends that a ruling for the challengers would “hamstring” the president’s ability to conduct foreign relations and protect the national security; the challengers counter that allowing the so-called “travel ban” to stand will not only preclude over 150 million people, overwhelmingly Muslim, from coming to the United States, but it will also consolidate “breathtakingly vast” power in the executive branch. Josh Blackman is an Associate Professor of Law at the South Texas College of Law Houston. He blogs at JoshBlackman.com and has written dozens of blog posts, editorials, and articles on the Trump v. Hawaii case. Joshua Matz is of counsel at Gupta Wessler PLLC and Kaplan & Company LLP. He is the publisher of the Take Care blog. He filed an amicus brief (with Robbie Kaplan) on behalf of constitutional law scholars in Trump v. Hawaii, on behalf of the respondents. Jeffrey Rosen is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Constitution Center, the only institution in America chartered by Congress “to disseminate information about the United States Constitution on a nonpartisan basis.”  Questions or comments? We would love to hear from you. Contact the We the People team at podcast@constitutioncenter.org The Constitution Center is offering CLE credits for select America’s Town Hall programs! Get more information at constitutioncenter.org/CLE.

Jennifer Hill speaks with best selling author, Sharon Schweitzer, about proper etiquette in the workplace. Sharon shares tips to be effective in how you dress and communicate when interviewing or at a business meeting. She also offers suggestions to be culturally sensitive when in visiting other countries and/or meeting with people from other cultures. protocolww.com Sharon Schweitzer, JD is the founder of Access to Culture and an award-winning entrepreneur. Accredited in Intercultural Management by the Hofstede Centre in Helsinki, Finland, she advises and trains current and emerging leaders in Global 2000 organizations and universities, to improve business communication and increase revenue. She is an internationally recognized cross-cultural business expert, trainer, speaker, and author of the Amazon #1 best-selling book in International Business, Access to Asia (3rd printing), named to Kirkus Reviews’ Best Books of 2015. She’s received the prestigious recognition of being the Small Business winner of the British Airways International Trade Award at the 2016 Greater Austin Business Awards. She was the 2009 honoree in the City of Austin program Celebrating the Entrepreneurial Spirit of Austin Women. In September 2017, her blog Access to Culture, was named one of the Top 10 Intercultural Communication Blogs. She’s a media resource for NPR, BBC World News; is a Huffington Post and Luxe Lifestyle Magazine contributor; and has been quoted in Investor’s Business Daily, BBC Capital, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and numerous media outlets. Sharon has worked with brands like CBS, Hilton Hotels, JPMorgan, Lexus, MD Anderson, Toyota, sports athletes, and student leaders, to provide practical techniques for improving business communication and increasing revenue. She is a graduate of the Ohio State University with a B.A. in Sociology, and a juris doctorate from South Texas College of Law-Houston. She sits on the board of the Global Thinkers Forum in London, U.K., has traveled to all 7 continents, over 80 countries and still counting. Sharon lives with her husband John of 20 plus years and their golden retriever Toffee in Austin, Texas, USA.