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37 episodes
Powering the Permian: The Latest on 765 kV Transmission Buildout
Energy and Utility Practice Group Principal Roslyn Warner discusses the latest developments surrounding the 765 kV transmission buildout in the Permian Basin. From the Permian Basin Reliability Plan and the PUC approval process to impacts on la...
Something to Talk About: Employee Free Speech
Employment Law Practice Group Principal Laura Ingram discusses public employee free speech rights and what public employers should consider before taking action against an employee for their online activity. She explores when employee speech ma...
Plugged In, Tapped Out: Data Centers & Texas Water
Associate attorney @Toni Rask explores the data center boom in Texas, from water use and energy demands to strategies local governments can use to plan ahead.
Legislative Updates to the Texas Public Information Act and Open Meetings Act
Attorney Kathryn Bibby breaks down the open government updates from the 89th Legislative Regular Session, including important changes to the Texas Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act. She also covers new notice requirements, transparen...
SUD Conversion
Attorney Danielle Lam unpacks the complex but timely topic of SUD conversion, turning a nonprofit Water Supply Corporation (WSC) into a Special Utility District (SUD). Learn what drives WSCs to consider conversion, the benefits and challenges o...
How to Prepare for a Workplace Visit from ICE
Employment Law attorney Marc Cayabyab shares essential guidance on how employers can prepare for an unexpected workplace visit from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Learn what to do if ICE shows up at your door, the difference be...
Demystifying GCD Permitting and Texas Groundwater Law
Water Practice Group attorney Jake Steen walks us through the complexities of groundwater law in Texas, from who owns groundwater and how it’s regulated, to permitting, and key legislation shaping the future of water in our state. This is a mus...
Antidegradation and State Deference after the Supreme Court Dripping Springs Decision
In this episode, Water Law Principal Nathan Vassar discusses the Texas Supreme Court’s unanimous decision to uphold a wastewater discharge permit for Dripping Springs. He also explores the implications of this ruling for future permitting, agen...
Life as an Associate at Lloyd Gosselink
In this episode, associates Jake Steen, Samantha Miller, and Mattie Neira share their experiences working at Lloyd Gosselink. They discuss essential skills while also highlighting the firm’s supportive culture that fosters growth. The associate...
Making an Impact: A Primer on Impact Fees
In this episode, David Klein, Water and Districts Practice Group Principal, provides an in-depth yet & high-level overview of water and wastewater impact fees.
Employment Law Update
Employment Law Principals Sarah Glaser and Laura Ingram dive into recent significant shifts in employment law. They cover landmark cases and evolving standards that could impact your business practices and legal strategies. They cover key court...
Unpacking Wastewater Regionalization: What TCEQ Policy means for your Wastewater Services
In this episode, attorneys Nathan Vassar and Lora Naismith dive into the complex world of wastewater regionalization in Texas. They discuss how regionalization impacts water quality, the intricacies of TCEQ's permitting process, and highlight s...
Navigating New Judicial Landscapes: The Business Court and the 15th Court of Appeals
Join us for an insightful episode as Gabrielle Smith, a principal in our Litigation practice group, moderates an engaging discussion with Chief Justice Darlene Byrne of the 3rd Court of Appeals. Together, they talk the details of the new Busine...
What’s Happening with my Gas Bill? An Update on Recent Rate Impacts for Customers of Investor-owned Gas Utilities
Join Jamie Mauldin, a principal in the Energy and Utility Practice Group, as she navigates the landscape of rising costs impacting your gas bills. Explore the root causes behind these escalations, gain insights into their unfolding, and uncover...
Employment Law Update
Join Employment Law associates, Michelle White and Jessi Maynard, as they deliver the latest employment law update in their insightful episode. Dive into the recent legal changes surrounding workplace accommodations, focusing on pregnancy, reli...
Exploring the TCEQ’s Audit Privilege Act Program
Join Jeffrey Reed, a principal in our Air & Waste Practice Group, as he explores the TCEQ's Audit Privilege Act Program. Gain valuable insights to enhance your organization's environmental compliance efforts.
The ABCs of CCNs
Water Practice Group Principal David Klein shares the ABCs of CCNs (Certificates of Convenience and Necessity) focusing on water and wastewater CCNs. This podcast is both a background and an introduction to CCNs.
Legislative Lookout: What to Expect during the 88th Legislative Session
Government Relations Practice Group members discuss what to look out for during the upcoming 88th Session of the Texas Legislature. Listen in as practice group chair, Ty Embrey, and Madison Huerta discuss the outlook for state agencies, hot top...
The Administrative Appeal Process
Litigation Practice Group Principal, Gabrielle Smith, talks about the administrative appeal process/judicial review process. She dives into what happens after an agency issues a final order or decision following a contested case in an administr...
Helping TCEQ Help You: Reflections from Former Agency Attorneys
Roslyn Dubberstein and Jessie Spears, with Nathan Vassar as moderator, share their behind-the-scenes knowledge on how to successfully navigate the processes in the TCEQ. Dubberstein and Spears speak from experience as former TCEQ attorneys from...
Employment Law Update
In this episode, Sheila Gladstone and Jessica Maynard touch on some interesting and important topics currently at play in the landscape of employment law. They discuss recent workplace developments in sexual harassment, COVID-19, paid leave, me...
Federal Water Issues Update
Water Practice Group attorneys, Nathan Vassar and Lauren Thomson, share their insights into current Federal Water issues. They discuss Lead and Copper, Waters of the United States (WOTUS), Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), and much mo...
Regulatory Changes After Winter Storm Uri
One year has passed since Winter Storm Uri. In this episode, Energy and Utility Practice Group attorneys, Thomas Brocato and Taylor Denison, discuss the changes to the legal landscape set forth by the February 2021 storm that greatly impacted T...
Legislative Update (a Regular Session Like No Other)
Governmental Relations Practice Group Chair Ty Embrey joins us again to close out this season’s episodes. He sits down to provide a recap of the Regular Session of the Texas Legislature and how the Regular Session was unique due to Winter Storm...
Regulation of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
Sara Thornton and Lauren Thomas are back, joining us to discuss per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and how these chemicals are affecting the regulatory worlds of drinking water and wastewater. They cover EPA’s PFAS Action Plan and devel...
