Young Gunners
Young Gunners from the Texas Young Lawyers Association cuts through the noise and discusses practical tips and challenges facing new attorneys in Texas and the United States. TYLA directors talk with experienced practitioners about a variety of topics including the Texas Lawyers' Creed, professionalism and civility, going to court, social media, and work/life balance.
This podcast was created by the Texas Young Lawyers Association, and no part of it may be reproduced without the written consent of TYLA. The opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the TYLA or the State Bar of Texas. The information in this podcast is provided as a resource of general information and is not intended to replace legal advice. We recommend our listeners conduct their own research and exercise their own judgment. If you are not a lawyer and need legal assistance related to any of the topics discussed in this podcast, you should consult an attorney.
Episodes
58 episodes
Young Gunner’s SCOTX Series | Episode 9: A Conversation with Justice James P. Sullivan
In the final episode of our SCOTX Series, we sit down with the court’s newest justice, Justice James P. Sullivan. A graduate of Rice University and Harvard Law School, Justice Sullivan reflects on his early days as a natural debater—a ...
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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42:23
Young Gunner’s SCOTX Series | Episode 8: A Conversation with Justice Evan A. Young
In the penultimate episode of our Young Gunners’ SCOTX series, we sit down with Justice Evan Young, a first-generation attorney whose journey to the Texas Supreme Court is rooted in a unique and varied background. Raised in a military ...
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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45:46
Young Gunner’s SCOTX Series | Episode 7: A Conversation with Justice Rebecca Aizpuru Huddle
In this episode, we sit down with Justice Rebecca Aizpuru Huddle, a child of the border whose journey to the bench was shaped by her mother’s unwavering support and a deep commitment to making a difference. After overcoming the challenges of la...
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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34:18
Young Gunner’s SCOTX Series | Episode 6: A Conversation with Justice Jane Bland
From a chatty third-grader to a justice on Texas’ highest civil court, Justice Jane Bland’s journey is as compelling as it is inspiring. Encouraged early on by her father to pursue a career in law, Justice Bland reflects on the pivotal moments ...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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46:42
Young Gunner’s SCOTX Series | Episode 5: A Conversation with Justice Brett Busby
In our fifth episode, we talk with Justice Brett Busby, an appellate advocate, constitutional scholar, and lifelong violinist. Justice Busby shares his unique journey to the Texas Supreme Court — from clerking at the U.S. Supreme Court to pract...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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43:32
Young Gunner’s SCOTX Series | Episode 4: A Conversation with Justice John Phillip Devine
Justice John Phillip Devine’s path to the Supreme Court of Texas is a story of determination, transition, and public trust. A native of Indiana, he earned his B.S. in business administration and marketing from Ball State University before makin...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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37:46
Young Gunners' SCOTX Series | Episode 3: A Conversation with Justice Jeffrey Boyd
In Episode 3 of our SCOTX Series, we sit down with Justice Jeffrey Boyd, whose journey to the Texas Supreme Court is as thoughtful as it is inspiring. With a degree in Biblical Studies from Abilene Christian and early work as a youth minister, ...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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46:02
Young Gunners' SCOTX Series | Episode 2: A Conversation with Senior Justice Debra Lehrmann
In the second episode of the TYLA’s Young Gunners SCOTX Series, we sit down with Senior Justice Debra Lehrmann — the longest-serving member of the Supreme Court of Texas. A first-generation lawyer with an unexpected path to the bench, Justice L...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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39:04
Young Gunners' SCOTX Series | Episode 1: A Conversation with Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock
Order in the court! Introducing a new series of TYLA’s Young Gunners podcast, spotlighting all nine justices of the Supreme Court of Texas! In these special episodes, TYLA President Hisham Masri, TYLA Immediate Past ...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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38:15
"Pathways to Success - Law School Deans" with Dean Patricia Roberts, Dean Felecia A. Epps, and Dean Robert Ahdieh
The latest episode of Young Gunners highlights the path to becoming a successful and impactful law school dean. Our beloved deans wear many hats, responsible for ensuring their institutions deliver quality legal education and operate smoothly, ...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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47:49
"Pathways to Success - Law Firm Partners" with Monica W. Latin, Reggie Wilson, and Sylvia Cardona
In Young Gunners’ most recent episode, we dive deep into the career path, challenges, and rewards of reaching partner status in a law firm. Whether you're just starting out in your legal career or already climbing the ranks, our di...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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47:28
"Pathways to Success - Trial Attorneys" with Tiffany Sheppard, Chase Newsom, Catrina Guerrero and Monte English
In our second episode of Young Gunners' Pathways to Success, we feature a diverse panel of litigators—from seasoned trial attorneys to newer practitioners—share their perspectives on the dynamic world of trial law. Representing a range...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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35:52
"Pathways to Success - Small City Attorneys" with Allison Lacey and Matt Manning
Young Gunners is back! Our new season is called “Pathways to Success,” which will consist of interviews and conversations with successful attorneys sharing their stories about how they forged their pathway to success in their respec...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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45:06
"The History Behind the Texas Lawyers Creed" with William Hagans
William Hagans, a second-generation trial lawyer in Houston, discusses the background and history behind the Texas Lawyers Creed, and how the creed was developed and how his father helped write the creed, encouraging professionalism and civilit...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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17:31
"Promoting Ethics and Professionalism" with Jonathan Smaby
Jonathan Smaby, Executive Director at the Texas Center for Legal Ethics, discusses both the Texas Lawyers Creed and the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct and how both help promote professionalism and ethics in the practice of law...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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17:31
"What Would Ted Lasso Do?" with Cindy Tisdale, Laura Pratt, and Kathy Mills
2023-2024 State Bar of Texas President Cindy Tisdale, Texas Young Lawyers Association President Laura Pratt, and State Bar of Texas Professionalism Committee Chair Kathy Mills open our Young Gunners Podcast mini-season on the Texas Lawyer...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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1:17:59
“War Stories as a Law Student” with Tamsin Woolley
Tamsin Woolley, law student at Thurgood Marshall Law School, closes out our mini-season of war stories with knowing when you’re struggling, and knowing when and how to reach out for help.
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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30:44
“The Stories We Tell Other Lawyers” with Jeff Weatherford
Jeff Weatherford, of the Hays County Criminal District Attorney's Office, provides tips about the practice of criminal law from the perspective of a criminal prosecutor, touching upon the stories prosecutors will tell each other about their ...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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18:25
“Keeping It Simple” with Ted Biggers
Ted Biggers, of the Biggers Law Firm in Dallas, discusses practicing law with family members, as well as his stories about preparing witnesses, keeping it simple for juries, and clearly conveying expectations to others.
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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13:39
"Adapt & Overcome” with Ray Panneton
Ray Panneton, former Managing Partner at Ted Smith Law Group in Harker Heights, discusses lessons learned from war stories in trial practice in the area of medical malpractice, including always getting a record, knowing when to "shut up," an...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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21:37
“Whatever Can Go Wrong, Will Go Wrong” with Judge Lauren Sepulveda
Judge Lauren Sepulveda, Presiding Municipal Judge for the City of McAllen, discusses her experiences as an Assistant District Attorney from misdemeanor to murder cases, and shares tips, such as not being afraid of the hard case, doing the be...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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35:23
Civility in the Law
Our favorite host, Nick Guinn, returns to the podcast for an invigorating discussion with Houston litigation attorney William Hagans, of Hagans Montgomery Hagans, about civility in the law. Yes, some, many, most lawyers value civility. Indeed, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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20:35
Client Service for Lawyers
John Strohmeyer, founder of Strohmeyer Law in Houston, joins Nick Guinn (ABA/YLD District Representative) to discuss client service considerations every lawyer should consider. John explains how there is more to client service than deciding to ...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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22:17
Business Development for Criminal Defense Lawyers
In this episode, criminal defense lawyer Katherine L. Reed with Udashen Anton speaks with TYLA Director Ryan Bauerle, a partner at GoransonBain Ausley, about how to develop a thriving criminal defense practice in a frozen pandemic apocalypse.&n...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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21:36
Using LinkedIn to Grow Your Audience
Mark Galvin of ePresence in Atlanta joins Nick Guinn (ABA/YLD District Representative) to discuss LinkedIn techniques every lawyer should implement immediately. Mark explains core marketing principles and how to apply them on LinkedIn.
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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28:34