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Galloway Attorney to Present at Immigration Law Conference
Galloway Attorney to Present at Immigration Law Conference
Special Counsel Megan Jackler of Galloway’s Greater New Orleans offices will present at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Mid-South Conference, held in New Orleans on November 13-14, 2026. Jackler, a former supervisory immigration judge, will be speaking on best…
Galloway New Orleans Conference Delivers Industry Insights
Galloway New Orleans Conference Delivers Industry Insights
9th Annual Galloway Claims and Litigation Conference New Orleans Builds on Successful Tradition Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith hosted its ninth annual Claims and Litigation Conference in New Orleans on October 22, 2026. With its largest number of participants…
Galloway Attorneys Serving to Restart CLM Louisiana Chapter
Galloway Attorneys Serving to Restart CLM Louisiana Chapter
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith is working diligently, through its expertise and leadership, to restart the Louisiana Chapter of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM). Three of Galloway’s Greater New Orleans attorneys are serving on the Board: Katherine…
Galloway to Host 2026 Claims and Litigation Conference in New Orleans
Galloway to Host 2026 Claims and Litigation Conference in New Orleans
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, a full-service corporate defense firm, will host its 9th Annual Galloway Claims and Litigation Conference at The Ritz-Carlton in New Orleans on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Director Tim Hassinger is spearheading the conference and…
Galloway Supports In-House Counsel at 2026 ACC Annual Meeting in Boston
Galloway Supports In-House Counsel at 2026 ACC Annual Meeting in Boston
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith is proud to sponsor the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Annual Meeting in Boston on October 4-7, 2026. Considered the world’s largest gathering of in-house legal teams, the annual event gathers the top corporate lawyers, industry…
AI and Ethics: Autumn George and Katherine Fallas at ACC Annual 2026
AI and Ethics: Autumn George and Katherine Fallas at ACC Annual 2026
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith Directors Autumn George and Katherine Fallas will present at the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston on Tuesday, October 6, at 10:30 AM ET. Artificial Intelligence, compliance, and ethical implementation remain a hot topic in corporate…
Mark “Tiger” Pharr to Present at 2026 CLM Construction Conference
Mark “Tiger” Pharr to Present at 2026 CLM Construction Conference
Construction defense and technology lawyer Mark “Tiger” Pharr, a Director in Galloway’s Lafayette and Dallas offices, will be speaking on a panel at the upcoming CLM Construction Conference on Friday, September 25, 2026. The annual, premier event gathers construction insurance and risk management professionals for…
AI, Brand Defense, and Nuclear Verdicts Discussed at Dallas Roundtable
AI, Brand Defense, and Nuclear Verdicts Discussed at Dallas Roundtable
For the second consecutive year, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith hosted an exclusive Roundtable Symposium on April 1, 2026 at the Firm’s Dallas office. The collaborative discussion gathered professionals and Galloway attorneys for insightful dialogue on significant challenges faced in…
Galloway Claims & Litigation Conference, Tampa Scheduled for April 2026
Galloway Claims & Litigation Conference, Tampa Scheduled for April 2026
11th Annual Event in Tampa, Florida Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith will present its Claims & Litigation Conference on April 16, 2026, at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street. The free, daylong event is a notable gathering of industry leaders,…
Galloway Maritime Attorneys to Present at Tulane Admiralty Law Institute
Galloway Maritime Attorneys to Present at Tulane Admiralty Law Institute
Highlighting the Firm’s maritime expertise and experienced attorneys, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith will be well represented at the 31st Biennial Admiralty Law Institute hosted by Tulane University Law School. The premier event, held every other spring, gathers admiralty leaders, including…
PERM Labor Certification: What Employers Need to Know
PERM Labor Certification: What Employers Need to Know
Understanding PERM Labor Certification for Employment-Based Green Cards “The best and the brightest” individuals in their respective industries can help businesses accelerate operational growth. For most employers, a temporary work visa is only the start of a relationship with a…
Galloway Attorney to Present at Immigration Law Conference
Galloway Attorney to Present at Immigration Law Conference
Special Counsel Megan Jackler of Galloway’s Greater New Orleans offices will present at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Mid-South Conference, held in New Orleans on November 13-14, 2026. Jackler, a former supervisory immigration judge, will be speaking on best…
An EEOC Charge Has Arrived. Your Next Step Defines Your Defense, Today’s General Counsel
An EEOC Charge Has Arrived. Your Next Step Defines Your Defense, Today’s General Counsel
An employer’s response to an EEOC charge can become a powerful piece of evidence against it if its explanation changes later. In an article for Today’s General Counsel, Galloway employment lawyers Doris Bobadilla and Wendell Hall explain how a disciplined…
Galloway Named 2027 Best Law Firm® Regionally and Nationally
Galloway Named 2027 Best Law Firm® Regionally and Nationally
Highlighting its legal excellence and regional reach, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith has been recognized as a 2027 Best Law Firms® by Best Lawyers. Galloway is a full-service defense firm with 14 offices and 140 attorneys handling matters in…
The Best Defense is a Good Offense: A Vendor Contract Checklist for Retailers, Total Retail
The Best Defense is a Good Offense: A Vendor Contract Checklist for Retailers, Total Retail
From missed inventory deliveries to disputes over liability and confidential information, problems with vendors can disrupt a retailer’s operations and expose the business to high costs, making careful contract review essential before an agreement is signed. In an article for…
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