Cowles Thompson Celebrates 47 Years
Cowles Thompson celebrates its 47th anniversary on August 1, 2025.
Understanding Spoliation of Evidence in Construction Litigation – Part 2
Concluding a two-part series, Hunter Ralston explains the Texas Residential Construction Litigation Act (TRCLA) considerations, best practices for evidence preservation, and the importance of legal counsel.
Protecting Your Case: Understanding Spoliation of Evidence in Construction Litigation
When construction disputes arise, the evidence often tells the story. Hunter Ralston explains the importance of spoliation of evidence - and its applications in construction litigation.
Chambers USA 2025 Honors Cowles Thompson for Commercial Litigation
For the fourth consecutive year, Chambers & Partners USA has honored Cowles Thompson in the category of Commerical Litigation - for the DFW and surrounding areas.
Scott R. Meyer Joins Cowles Thompson
Cowles Thompson is pleased to welcome back to the firm, Scott R. Meyer, Of Counsel. Scott's primary practice areas include Commercial Litigation, Commercial and Business Law, and Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights.
Fifth Circuit Reiterates: Prove the Existence of a Trade Secret
A recent Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals decision reiterates the need to prove the existence of a Trade Secret first.
Texas Stock Exchange Set to Transform the Legal and Financial Landscape of Texas
In early 2026, a new stock exchange will launch in Dallas -- the Texas Stock Exchange LLC (TXSE). This is potentially revolutionary for the state of Texas, as it enters the trading market, up against the powerhouses of the renowned New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ), among other smaller American stock exchanges.
UPDATE: Corporate Transparency Act Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements – as of March 21, 2025
UPDATE: FinCEN removes Beneficial Ownership Reporting requirements for U.S. companies and U.S. persons, but also sets new deadlines for foreign companies.
Three Attorneys Elevated to Equity Shareholder
We are pleased to announce that three Cowles Thompson attorneys, Helen Emerson, Lené Alley DeRudder, and Claire E. James, were recently elevated to Equity Shareholder. status
Corporate Transparency Act Beneficial Ownership Information – UPDATED March 3, 2025
Authors: Casey Erick, Staff UPDATE, MARCH 3, 2025 -- As was reported on Twitter/X Sunday, the Treasury Department will not enforce the Corporate Transparency Act's Beneficial Ownership Information reporting requirement. See this article from Entrepreneur for the latest and what small businesses need to know. The prior update and our [...]
