18^th Annual

Advanced Texas Administrative Law Seminar

Austin Sep 7-8, 2023 AT&T Conference Center
Conference Concluded

Live Webcast Sep 7-8, 2023
Conference Concluded

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SEMINAR PARTNERS
Germer Beaman & Brown PLLC
Kennedy Reporting Service, Inc.

SEMINAR SUPPORTERS
Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP
Cantey Hanger LLP
Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody
Husch Blackwell LLP
Riggs & Ray, P.C.
Sharp & Cobos, LLP

PRESENTED BY
The University of Texas School of Law
The Administrative and Public Law Section of the State Bar of Texas (APLS)

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Overview

The Advanced Texas Administrative Law Seminar brings together members of the judiciary, regulatory, and academic communities to engage with practitioners about the latest legislative and case law updates, rule changes, and other timely topics.

2023 highlights include:

Updates on significant administrative law cases and legislative activity during the last year, Texas Public Information Act, and Sunset actions.
An exploration of hot topics, including Navigating the Shifting Tides: Helping Courts Handle Administrative Law Transfers and the Potential Effects of the new 15th Court of Appeals, AI in the Study and Practice of Administrative Law, and Changing the Makeup of the Courts.
The always popular unscripted round-robin discussion during the Judicial Panel, including a Q&A for attendees.
3.25 hours of ethics, including presentations on Wellness in the Practice of Law: What Every Lawyer Should Know, Implicit Bias: What Your Brain is Up to When You’re Not Paying Attention, and Working with Your Colleagues: Not Working Against Your Enemies.
Multiple networking opportunities with program faculty and fellow practitioners, including the Thursday Evening Networking Reception.

Following the seminar, attendees will receive a free, on-demand eSupplement containing additional programming, ensuring attendees can earn their required 15.00/3.00 Texas MCLE hours for the year.

Event Schedule

Program is subject to change.
All times are Central Time Zone.

Day 1 September 7, 2023
Day 2 September 8, 2023

Time

Credit

Subject

Speaker
Thursday Morning, Sep. 7, 2023
Presiding Officer:
Franklin Hopkins, Germer Beaman & Brown PLLC - Austin, TX
7:30 am
Austin Only

Registration Opens

Includes continental breakfast.
8:20 am

Welcoming Remarks
8:30 am

0.50 hr

Case Law Update: Part I

Examine significant administrative law cases issued during the last year.

Linda B. Secord, Austin, TX
Karen L. Watkins, Office of the Attorney General - Austin, TX
9:00 am

1.00 hr ethics

Wellness in the Practice of Law: What Every Lawyer Should Know

A look at statistics on lawyer wellness and explore evidence-based tips on how to manage stress and anxiety to avoid losing enthusiasm for the practice of law.

Michelle Fontenot, Texas Lawyers' Assistance Program - Austin, TX
10:00 am

15-Minute Break
10:15 am

0.50 hr

Legislative Update

A focus on select bills enacted by the 88th Texas Legislature that impact administrative law practitioners.

Katherine Farrell, Teacher Retirement System of Texas - Austin, TX
Sara J. Ferris, Office of the Attorney General - Austin, TX
10:45 am

0.75 hr

Navigating the Shifting Tides: Helping Courts Handle Administrative Law Transfers and the Potential Effects of the new 15th Court of Appeals

Join us as esteemed Texas Court of Appeals justices discuss the transfer of complex administrative law cases from Austin’s 3rd Court of Appeals to courts throughout the state. The panel discusses strategies and collaborative solutions to better assist transferee courts (and thus your clients) when handling these specialized administrative law cases. The panel also discusses the potential changes that the newly-formed 15th Court of Appeals could have on the administrative law landscape.

Moderator:
Hon. Jeff Rose, Rose Resolution Group - Austin, TX
Panelists:
Hon. Lawrence M. Doss, Seventh Court of Appeals - Amarillo, TX
Hon. Yvonne T. Rodriguez, Eighth Court of Appeals - El Paso, TX
11:30 am
Austin Only

Pick Up Lunch (in Austin)

Included in registration.
Thursday Afternoon, Sep. 7, 2023
Presiding Officer:
Janet I. Monteros, TX Health and Human Services Commission - El Paso, TX
LUNCHEON PRESENTATION
12:00 pm

0.75 hr

Texas Public Information Act and Texas Open Meetings Act: How They Work

An overview of the requirements and procedures under Texas’ government transparency statutes and a look at some common issues.

James A. Hemphill, Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody - Austin, TX
12:45 pm

15-Minute Break
1:00 pm

0.50 hr

Well, Well, Well … A Holistic Approach to Wellness through the Texas Employees Group Benefits Program

Comprehensive health insurance is only the start. Learn how your employer-sponsored benefits can help you achieve physical, emotional, and financial wellness.

Lacy Wolff, Employees Retirement System of Texas - Austin, TX
1:30 pm

1.00 hr

The Administrative Law Case: From A to Z

Taking a case through the SOAH process: a practical outline for prehearing procedures, preparing for the hearing, uploading and organizing evidence, handling the hearing, drafting briefing and exceptions, and appealing the agency final order to the courts.

Craig R. Bennett, Jackson Walker LLP - Austin, TX
2:30 pm

15-Minute Break
2:45 pm

1.00 hr

Judicial Panel

Engage in an unscripted round-robin discussion, with time for questions from the audience. Please submit your questions in advance to ConferenceQA@utcle.org.

Moderator:
Hon. Kristofer S. Monson, State Office of Administrative Hearings - Austin, TX
Panelists:
Hon. James "Jimmy" Blacklock, The Supreme Court of Texas - Austin, TX
Hon. Rosa Lopez Theofanis, Third Court of Appeals of Texas - Austin, TX
Hon. Maria Cantú Hexsel, 53rd Civil District Court - Austin, TX
3:45 pm

1.00 hr ethics

Implicit Bias: What Your Brain is Up to When You’re Not Paying Attention

Implicit bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our thoughts, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner. Because they occur without a person’s awareness or control, they can have a significant and potentially negative impact on the day-to-day lives of lawyers and judges.

Hon. Audrey Moorehead, Dallas County Criminal Court #3 - Dallas, TX
Jonathan E. Smaby, Texas Center for Legal Ethics - Austin, TX
4:45 pm

Adjourn
Austin Only

Networking Reception (in Austin from 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.)

Join us for drinks and hors d'oeuvres with program faculty and attendees.

Time

Credit

Subject

Speaker
Friday Morning, Sep. 8, 2023
Presiding Officer:
Katherine Farrell, Teacher Retirement System of Texas - Austin, TX
7:30 am
Austin Only

Conference Room Opens

Includes continental breakfast.
8:30 am

0.50 hr

Case Law Update: Part II

Examine significant administrative law cases issued during the last year.

Linda B. Secord, Austin, TX
Karen L. Watkins, Office of the Attorney General - Austin, TX
9:00 am

0.50 hr
0.25 hr ethics

AI in the Study and Practice of Administrative Law

ChatGPT and its large language model cohorts have captured the public imagination and, for many, raised the specter of an AI-driven revolution to legal education and practice. Survey challenges and opportunities, and report on existing or potential approaches to the use or restriction of modern AI in legal practice and education.

John M. Golden, The University of Texas School of Law - Austin, TX
9:30 am

15-Minute Break
9:45 am

1.00 hr

Research on Legal Writing

Discuss information about empirical research on legal writing techniques. Research supports plainer writing, reduced use of intensifiers, reduced use of “emotional” words, and use of narrative. Research also supports “connectives” (transitions), priming, and the value of resources, i.e. money.

Wayne Schiess, The University of Texas School of Law - Austin, TX
10:45 am

1.00 hr

2023 Sunset Process for Three Environmental Agencies of Texas

During the summer of 2022, the Sunset Advisory Commission initiated its review of 21 entities in preparation for the 88th Legislative Session. Included in this process were three of the most important environmental agencies in the state of Texas, the Texas Water Development Board, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, and the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The speakers provide an overview of the sunset process for their respective agencies and the changes each agency will undergo as a result.

Emily Lindley, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality - Austin, TX
David Smeltzer, Public Utility Commission of Texas - Austin, TX
L'Oreal Stepney, Texas Water Development Board - Austin, TX
11:45 am
Austin Only

Pick Up Lunch (in Austin)

Included in registration.
Friday Afternoon, Sep. 8, 2023
Presiding Officer:
Karen L. Watkins, Office of the Attorney General - Austin, TX
LUNCHEON PRESENTATION
12:15 pm

0.75 hr

Changing the Makeup of the Courts

Learn about the Texas Legislature’s efforts in the last several years at making significant changes to the structure of the judicial branch of government. The speakers address issues such as redistricting, business courts, the 15th Court of Appeals, the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court over the Court of Criminal Appeals, and other proposed and passed judicial branch bills.

Hon. Darlene Byrne, Third Court of Appeals - Austin, TX
Hon. Amy Clark Meachum, 201st Judicial District Civil Court - Austin, TX
1:00 pm

15-Minute Break
1:15 pm

0.50 hr

Licensure with a Criminal Record

“My attorney said taking probation would make it go away!” Criminal matters almost always carry consequences for licensed professionals. Learn how to navigate in-state and out-of-state criminal charges, how to assure your client is making an informed decision, and how to provide the best post-plea evidence to State agencies.

Jason Ray, Riggs & Ray, P.C. - Austin, TX
1:45 pm

0.75 hr

Consideration of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Agency Affairs

The 88th legislature and directives from the Governor banned offices and programs that promote diversity, equity and inclusion at publicly funded colleges and universities. This mandate will reshape what agencies can and cannot do. Examine recent legislation and its potential impact on agency affairs.

Angela Downes, UNT Dallas College of Law - Dallas, TX
Hon. Rudolph K. Metayer, Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody - Austin, TX
2:30 pm

1.00 hr ethics

Working with Your Colleagues: Not Working Against Your Enemies

Elevate civility and communication practices by addressing uncollegial or uncooperative behaviors and developing plans to foster civil and collegial communications. Hear both government and defense counsel discuss their experiences of poor communication and ways to provide civil and frank discussions.

Christopher M. Palazola, Texas Medical Board - Austin, TX
Jon Porter, McDonald, Mackay, Porter & Weitz, LLP - Austin, TX
3:30 pm

Adjourn

Day 1 September 7, 2023
Day 2 September 8, 2023

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Conference Faculty

Craig R. Bennett

Jackson Walker LLP
Austin, TX

Hon. James "Jimmy" Blacklock

The Supreme Court of Texas
Austin, TX

Hon. Darlene Byrne

Third Court of Appeals
Austin, TX

Hon. Amy Clark Meachum

201st Judicial District Civil Court
Austin, TX

Hon. Lawrence M. Doss

Seventh Court of Appeals
Amarillo, TX

Angela Downes

UNT Dallas College of Law
Dallas, TX

Katherine Farrell

Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Austin, TX

Sara J. Ferris

Office of the Attorney General
Austin, TX

Michelle Fontenot

Texas Lawyers' Assistance Program
Austin, TX

John M. Golden

The University of Texas School of Law
Austin, TX

James A. Hemphill

Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody
Austin, TX

Hon. Maria Cantú Hexsel

53rd Civil District Court
Austin, TX

Emily Lindley

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Austin, TX

Hon. Rosa Lopez Theofanis

Third Court of Appeals of Texas
Austin, TX

Hon. Rudolph K. Metayer

Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody
Austin, TX

Hon. Kristofer S. Monson

State Office of Administrative Hearings
Austin, TX

Hon. Audrey Moorehead

Dallas County Criminal Court #3
Dallas, TX

Christopher M. Palazola

Texas Medical Board
Austin, TX

Jon Porter

McDonald, Mackay, Porter & Weitz, LLP
Austin, TX

Jason Ray

Riggs & Ray, P.C.
Austin, TX

Hon. Yvonne T. Rodriguez

Eighth Court of Appeals
El Paso, TX

Hon. Jeff Rose

Rose Resolution Group
Austin, TX

Wayne Schiess

The University of Texas School of Law
Austin, TX

Linda B. Secord

Austin, TX

Jonathan E. Smaby

Texas Center for Legal Ethics
Austin, TX

David Smeltzer

Public Utility Commission of Texas
Austin, TX

L'Oreal Stepney

Texas Water Development Board
Austin, TX

Karen L. Watkins

Office of the Attorney General
Austin, TX

Lacy Wolff

Employees Retirement System of Texas
Austin, TX

Planning Committee

Franklin Hopkins—Chair

Germer Beaman & Brown PLLC
Austin, TX

J. Bruce Bennett

Cardwell, Hart & Bennett, L.L.P.
Austin, TX

Hon. Darlene Byrne

Third Court of Appeals
Austin, TX

James W. Checkley Jr.

Cross Texas Transmission, LLC
West Lake Hills, TX

Katherine Farrell

Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Austin, TX

Sara J. Ferris

Office of the Attorney General
Austin, TX

Leah Gillum

Texas Department of Insurance
Austin, TX

April G. Griffin

Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody
Austin, TX

Steve Kosub

Sprouse Shrader Smith PLLC
Austin, TX

Taralynn Mackay

McDonald, Mackay, Porter & Weitz, LLP
Elgin, TX

Janet I. Monteros

TX Health and Human Services Commission
El Paso, TX

Emily Willms Rogers

Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP
Austin, TX

Linda B. Secord

Austin, TX

Adrian P. Senyszyn

Germer PLLC
San Antonio, TX

Hon. Holly Vandrovec

State Office of Administrative Hearings
Austin, TX

Karen L. Watkins

Office of the Attorney General
Austin, TX

Kristen L. Worman

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Austin, TX

MCLE Credit

Texas – 13.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs Ethics
Legal Specialization(s): Administrative Law

You may claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the State Bar of Texas. A Certificate of Attendance will be provided in Your Briefcase for your records. The system reports Texas CLE credit every Tuesday. If you are claiming credit in the last week of your birth month, self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of Texas at texasbar.com, using the course number provided on your certificate of attendance.

California – 13.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs Ethics

You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE is required to provide the State Bar with electronic attendance records for any MCLE participatory activity within 60 days of completion of the activity. The California licensee is responsible for reporting their compliance/credit hours earned to the State Bar at the end of their reporting period directly to the State Bar of California at calbar.ca.gov. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

Oklahoma – 15.50 hrs | 4.00 hrs Ethics

You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, then you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Oklahoma Bar Association within 30 days after the conference.

Pennsylvania – 13.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs Ethics

UT Law CLE is an approved provider of Pennsylvania credit, sponsor #236. You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. Attorney attendance will be reported to Pennsylvania within 2 weeks after credit is claimed and submit. Attorneys are not able to report this credit on their own, and UT Law CLE pays all associated fees for the credit hours. Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

Other States – 13.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs Ethics

Note on Self-Reporting Your Credits in Another State

If you wish to satisfy MCLE or other professional education requirements in another state for a program offered by the University of Texas School of Law, please check with the state bar or other licensing authority in that state to ensure it will qualify for self-reporting your credits.

You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records and to provided to other licensing authorities as needed.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other Credit

TX Accounting CPE – 15.50 hrs

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #250) live conferences are presumptively approved by The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for Texas Accounting CPE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Approved for general CPE credit only.

At the conference, you are welcome to sign in on the Accounting CPE Record of Attendance form at the registration desk, but we are now reporting all credit online. You will receive a Texas Accounting Certificate of Completion in Your Briefcase. Self-report your CPE credit directly to TSBPA. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

MCLE Credit

Texas – 13.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs Ethics
Legal Specialization(s): Administrative Law

You may claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the State Bar of Texas. A Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you upon claiming credit. The system reports Texas CLE credit every Tuesday. If you are claiming credit in the last week of your birth month, self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of Texas at texasbar.com, using the course number provided on your certificate of attendance.

California – 13.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs Ethics

To claim California MCLE credit, California credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE is required to provide the State Bar with electronic attendance records for any MCLE participatory activity within 60 days of completion of the activity. The California licensee is responsible for reporting their compliance/credit hours earned to the State Bar at the end of their reporting period directly to the State Bar of California at calbar.ca.gov. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Oklahoma – 15.50 hrs | 4.00 hrs Ethics

To claim Oklahoma MCLE credit, Oklahoma credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #169) live webcast presentations meet the requirements and are presumptively approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association for MCLE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Upon claiming credit, a Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Oklahoma Bar Association within 30 days after the webcast.

Pennsylvania – 13.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs Ethics

To claim Pennsylvania MCLE credit, Pennsylvania credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

UT Law CLE is an approved provider of Pennsylvania credit, sponsor #236. Attorney attendance will be reported to Pennsylvania within 2 weeks after credit is claimed and submitted. Attorneys are not able to report this credit on their own, and UT Law CLE pays all associated fees for the credit hours. Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other States – 13.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs Ethics

Note on Self-Reporting Your Credits in Another State

To claim Other States MCLE credit, Other States credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records and to provide to other licensing authorities as needed.

This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other Credit

TX Accounting CPE – 15.50 hrs

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #250) live webcast presentations meet the requirements and are presumptively approved by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for Texas Accounting CPE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Approved for general CPE credit only.

This accreditation requires attendance verification. In compliance with the rules, UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

To claim Texas Accounting CPE credit, the Texas Accounting CPE credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. Upon claiming credit, a Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. Self-report your CPE credit directly to the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.

Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

Key Dates

Austin – Sep 7-8, 2023 – AT&T Conference Center

Conference Concluded

Live Webcast – Sep 7-8, 2023

Conference Concluded

Buy

Austin
Live Webcast

Individual
Last day for $595.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$695.00 for registrations received after this time

Government Attorney
Last day for $325.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$425.00 for registrations received after this time

Administrative Public Law Section Member - Individual
Last day for $570.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$670.00 for registrations received after this time

Administrative Public Law Section Member - Government Attorney
Last day for $300.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$400.00 for registrations received after this time

Group (5 registrants minimum)
Last day for $535.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$635.00 for registrations received after this time

Group (10 registrants minimum)
Last day for $475.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$575.00 for registrations received after this time

Last day for cancellation (full refund): Sep 1, 2023

$50 processing fee applied after this date

Last day for cancellation: Sep 5, 2023

Individual
Last day for $595.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$695.00 for registrations received after this time

Government Attorney
Last day for $325.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$425.00 for registrations received after this time

Administrative Public Law Section Member - Individual
Last day for $570.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$670.00 for registrations received after this time

Administrative Public Law Section Member - Government Attorney
Last day for $300.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$400.00 for registrations received after this time

Group (5 registrants minimum)
Last day for $535.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$635.00 for registrations received after this time

Group (10 registrants minimum)
Last day for $475.00 Regular pricing: Aug 30, 2023

$575.00 for registrations received after this time

Venue

AT&T Conference Center

The University of Texas at Austin
1900 University Avenue
Austin, TX
877.744.8822 (reservations)
Map

Parking Information

Parking is available in the hotel's attached garage, as well as Rowling Hall Garage. Both garage entrances are located on W 20th St. Guests may self-park or use the hotel's valet services at the University Avenue entrance. Parking rates are subject to change without notification.

Self-parking fees:

Hourly Parking:
0-30 minutes, $3
31-60 minutes, $4
1– 2 hours, $6
2– 3 hours, $9
3– 4 hours, $12
4– 5 hours, $15
5– 8 hours, $18
8– 24 hours, $21

Overnight Guests:
Hotel guests may obtain a parking card at the front desk for $21 per night.

Valet Parking Rates:

Daily valet: $21
Overnight valet: $38

Our Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors! Click each logo below to learn more.

Germer Beaman & Brown PLLC
Germer PLLC attorneys have extensive experience representing clients in a diverse array of administrative proceedings pending before state and federal agencies with rulemaking, licensing, regulatory, disciplinary, and enforcement authority, as well as in handling appeals of administrative decisions. Among those administrative proceedings in which the firm’s attorneys regularly represent clients such as the following:

Automobile manufacturers in proceedings before the Texas Department of Transportation;

Physicians before the Texas Medical Board;

Workers’ compensation insurance carriers in judicial review proceedings;

Businesses before state and environmental agencies;

Insurance carriers in SOAH hearings; and

Employers before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the National Labor Relations Board, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration.

With offices in Austin, as well as Houston and Beaumont, the firm is strategically positioned to respond quickly and efficiently to most all administrative needs.
www.germer.com
Kennedy Reporting Service, Inc.

Kennedy Reporting Service, Inc. is an established Austin area-based court reporting firm since 1979. While Kennedy Reporting Service is best known for our extraordinary ability in covering hearings before the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, and other state agencies before the State Office of Administrative Hearings, we also cover depositions of any subject matter. We meet any deadline for our clients. Daily and expedited delivery available. We can provide videographers upon request.

In keeping with Kennedy’s reputation with our clients, we are committed to uphold the quality and efficiency of our services and to give our clients “a Record of Excellence.”
www.kennedyreporting.com

18th Annual

Advanced Texas Administrative Law Seminar

Austin Sep 7-8, 2023 AT&T Conference Center Conference Concluded

Live Webcast Sep 7-8, 2023 Conference Concluded

Buy

Related products: eConference Materials

Overview

Event Schedule

Thursday Morning, Sep. 7, 2023

Thursday Afternoon, Sep. 7, 2023

Friday Morning, Sep. 8, 2023

Friday Afternoon, Sep. 8, 2023

Conference Faculty

Craig R. Bennett

Hon. James "Jimmy" Blacklock

Hon. Darlene Byrne

Hon. Amy Clark Meachum

Hon. Lawrence M. Doss

Angela Downes

Katherine Farrell

Sara J. Ferris

Michelle Fontenot

John M. Golden

James A. Hemphill

Hon. Maria Cantú Hexsel

Emily Lindley

Hon. Rosa Lopez Theofanis

Hon. Rudolph K. Metayer

Hon. Kristofer S. Monson

Hon. Audrey Moorehead

Christopher M. Palazola

Jon Porter

Jason Ray

Hon. Yvonne T. Rodriguez

Hon. Jeff Rose

Wayne Schiess

Linda B. Secord

Jonathan E. Smaby

David Smeltzer

L'Oreal Stepney

Karen L. Watkins

Lacy Wolff

Planning Committee

Franklin Hopkins—Chair

J. Bruce Bennett

Hon. Darlene Byrne

James W. Checkley Jr.

Katherine Farrell

Sara J. Ferris

Leah Gillum

April G. Griffin

Steve Kosub

Taralynn Mackay

Janet I. Monteros

Emily Willms Rogers

Linda B. Secord

Adrian P. Senyszyn

Hon. Holly Vandrovec

Karen L. Watkins

Kristen L. Worman

Credit Info

MCLE Credit

Other Credit

MCLE Credit

Other Credit

Key Dates

Venue

AT&T Conference Center

Parking Information

Our Sponsors

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18^th Annual

Austin Sep 7-8, 2023 AT&T Conference Center
Conference Concluded

Live Webcast Sep 7-8, 2023
Conference Concluded