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Editor's Column

A Renewed Commitment
By: Kenneth C. Riney, Hermes Sargent Bates, LLP, Editor, eNews

Every summer, there is a change in TYLA’s leadership; a new president is sworn in, new officers are installed and newly elected directors take their place on the board of directors. Although TYLA’s leadership changes on an annual basis, there is one constant that accompanies this transition: a renewed commitment to TYLA’s goals of facilitating the administration of justice, fostering respect for the law, advancing the role of the legal profession in service the public, assisting Texas attorneys in their practice and providing public legal education services to Texans. And with this renewed commitment by TYLA’s leadership comes new opportunities for TYLA members to assist in achieving these goals.

In this issue of eNews, you will read about some of these opportunities, including projects and other ideas exchanged at a recent gathering of local affiliates, as well as a new project that aims to encourage and facilitate pro bono work between in-house counsel and lawyers in private practice. You will also read how one local affiliate is maintaining its commitment to honor the victims and heroes of 9/11 ten years after the attacks. Finally, you will find articles that will assist you in your practice, including articles that discuss recent legislative and case law updates.

Every year, TYLA’s leadership sets lofty goals, but with your help, these goals are easily within reach. We hope you will join us this year in our renewed commitment to serving our profession and the public.