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Houston Litigators Obtain Complete Dismissal of $1 Million Claim
Houston Litigators Obtain Complete Dismissal of $1 Million Claim
Houston attorneys Denise Lambert and Jonathon Austin obtained a complete dismissal of a Plaintiff’s Petition in Harris County, Texas. Denise and Jonathon delivered strategic defense representation that protected our clients’ business. Galloway continues to go way above and way beyond for clients facing complex…
From Clerks to Courtroom: Building Stronger Summers at Galloway
From Clerks to Courtroom: Building Stronger Summers at Galloway
Each summer, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith brings bright, talented, and eager law students to its law clerk program and to the results-driven client service of a premier corporate defense and litigation firm. Clerks go beyond observing – they…
Family Law Attorney Lindsay Meador Young Recognized as Top Lawyer by Acadiana Profile
Family Law Attorney Lindsay Meador Young Recognized as Top Lawyer by Acadiana Profile
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith family law attorney Lindsay Meador Young has been recognized as a Top Lawyer by Acadiana Profile in its April 2025 issue. Lindsay joins over 198 of the most respected attorneys in the Acadiana area, as nominated by their…
Galloway Claims and Litigation Conference, Tampa a “Perfect 10”
Galloway Claims and Litigation Conference, Tampa a “Perfect 10”
In its tenth anniversary, the Galloway Claims and Litigation Conference, Tampa 2025 was a rousing success on Thursday, April 3, 2025. Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith provided the daylong event for industry professionals to learn from and network with…
Galloway Hosts 10th Annual Claims & Litigation Conference, Tampa
Galloway Hosts 10th Annual Claims & Litigation Conference, Tampa
For the tenth year, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith will present its Claims & Litigation Conference in Tampa, Florida. The daylong event gathers industry leaders, Galloway attorneys, and claims professionals for engaging presentations, professional development, and networking. In its…
Director Doris Bobadilla Blazing Trails in Mississippi
Director Doris Bobadilla Blazing Trails in Mississippi
The Mississippi Bar is hosting the 32nd Evelyn Gandy Lecture Series on February 20-22, 2025. This year’s theme is Women Leading the Way, and, as such, the Mississippi Bar will recognize certain female “Trailblazers.” As the first Hispanic American female…
Consistency, Confidence, and Competency – Tips for the February Bar Exam from Galloway Attorneys
Consistency, Confidence, and Competency – Tips for the February Bar Exam from Galloway Attorneys
Bar candidates across the Gulf South, Midwest, and nationwide are working hard to prepare for the February bar examinations. As one of the final steps before becoming licensed attorneys and practicing law, the bar exam represents a critical moment for…
Six Galloway Attorneys Promoted to Director
Six Galloway Attorneys Promoted to Director
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith proudly announces that six attorneys have been promoted to Director, effective January 1, 2025. These six attorneys go way above and way beyond in contributing to the firm’s success and positive results for our…
Mobile, Alabama Real Estate Lawyer Secures Dismissal and Completes Claim Case in Less Than 30 Days
Mobile, Alabama Real Estate Lawyer Secures Dismissal and Completes Claim Case in Less Than 30 Days
In a case that highlighted the efficiency and proactive approach of Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, Mobile defense lawyer George Gaston secured a dismissal with prejudice for a real estate case in Calhoun County, Alabama. From receiving the case…
Galloway Recognized and Ranked in 2025 Best Law Firms®
Galloway Recognized and Ranked in 2025 Best Law Firms®
NEW ORLEANS – Nov. 7, 2024 – Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, a premier corporate defense and litigation firm in the Gulf South and Midwest, has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®. Firms included in…
Tort Reform in the Bayou State: Louisiana’s Recent Legislative Changes
Tort Reform in the Bayou State: Louisiana’s Recent Legislative Changes
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Governor Jeff Landry signed several pieces of landmark legislation into law that are poised to significantly impact Louisiana’s insurance industry and insurance-related litigation. This legislative package is aimed at lowering insurance premiums and reducing frivolous…
Galloway Houston Attorneys Secure Summary Judgment in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Galloway Houston Attorneys Secure Summary Judgment in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Houston attorneys Adraon D. Greene and Mikhael Khan successfully defended an appeal of a dismissal of a premises liability case via the Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(c). The Plaintiff/Appellant appealed the trial court’s dismissal to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, which…
Legislative Alert: Bill Changes Class Action Rules in Missouri
Legislative Alert: Bill Changes Class Action Rules in Missouri
St. Louis lawyer Jennifer Woulfe actively monitored the recent legislative session in Missouri for rule changes that may impact clients and litigation, including a bill that changes Missouri’s class action rules. With SB 47 passed and signed into law, Missouri’s rule…
Lafayette Attorney on the Road Less Traveled to Litigation
Lafayette Attorney on the Road Less Traveled to Litigation
Before practicing law as a Lafayette, LA, attorney at Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, Associate Jared Nelson did not follow the traditional path to litigation. Instead, he built a flourishing career rooted in public service. After earning his undergraduate degree…
Florida Defense Attorneys Secure Dismissal in Tree Root Property Damage Case
Florida Defense Attorneys Secure Dismissal in Tree Root Property Damage Case
Florida defense attorneys Autumn George and Christine Freer successfully defended a property owner in a dispute involving alleged damage from encroaching tree roots. Their knowledge and strategic application of Florida law resulted in a complete dismissal of the claims and proved to be…
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