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Jennifer Woulfe on St. Louis Lawsuits | STL Public Radio
Jennifer Woulfe on St. Louis Lawsuits | STL Public Radio
On April 28, 2026, Director Jennifer Woulfe of Galloway’s St. Louis office discussed local legal issues and notable cases on St. Louis Public Radio. She was a featured guest on “St. Louis on the Air,” which airs a monthly legal roundtable. The show explores issues facing…
Galloway Awards Scholarships to Southern University Law Center Students
Galloway Awards Scholarships to Southern University Law Center Students
Adraon Greene, a Director in the Firm’s Houston office and co-chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, represented Galloway in presenting scholarships to two law students at Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Galloway has supported SULC students…
Galloway’s Team Raises $50K at Hogs for the Cause 2026
Galloway’s Team Raises $50K at Hogs for the Cause 2026
Building on its impressive showing in 2025, the Galloway-sponsored team Aporkalypse Now doubled its fundraising and raised $50,000 for families of children battling pediatric brain cancer through Hogs for the Cause. The Firm has supported Hogs for sixteen years, with team…
Galloway Attorneys in Lafayette Honored as Louisiana Top Young Lawyers
Galloway Attorneys in Lafayette Honored as Louisiana Top Young Lawyers
Kimberly Svetlick and Hayden Presley, both in Galloway’s Lafayette office, have been selected as recipients of the 2026 Top Young Lawyers Award by the Louisiana State Bar Association. The annual recognition honors outstanding professional achievements, leadership, and service to the legal community. Svetlick and…
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…
Jason Waguespack Named to Tulane Admiralty Law Institute Advisory Board
Jason Waguespack Named to Tulane Admiralty Law Institute Advisory Board
New Orleans maritime attorney, and Galloway Managing Director, Jason Waguespack has been elected to the National Advisory Board of the Tulane Admiralty Law Institute. His appointment to the board is recognition of his maritime expertise and his participation of the ALI. Waguespack…
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…
Twelve Galloway Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in New Orleans
Twelve Galloway Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in New Orleans
In another recognition that highlights the Firm’s geographic footprint and deep roster of experienced lawyers, Biz New Orleans has included twelve Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith attorneys in their annual list of Best Lawyers in New Orleans. The magazine honors those…
Galloway Associate Named Best Lawyer Under 40 in Dallas
Galloway Associate Named Best Lawyer Under 40 in Dallas
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith Associate Berenice Medellin Pruettiangkura has been named a Best Lawyer Under 40 in Dallas by D Magazine, a peer-voted recognition honoring rising legal talent in the Dallas legal community. View the full list. Berenice Medellin Pruettiangkura Berenice…
Can Cultural Polarization Lead to Nuclear Verdicts?
Can Cultural Polarization Lead to Nuclear Verdicts?
Cultural polarization has evolved beyond a political story into an inescapable and sometimes invisible force that shapes the jury in unpredictable ways. Media, both digital and social, and the socio-economic environment reward volume, certainty, and outrage, reinforcing “affective polarization” and…
Galloway’s Gulfport Team Secures MSJ in Coverage Matter
Galloway’s Gulfport Team Secures MSJ in Coverage Matter
Matthew Williams and Chad Ruhr recently secured a favorable result through motion for summary judgment on behalf of their client. Galloway’s Gulfport team delivered persistent and proactive representation geared towards resolution. Case Details Galloway was retained in August 2025, in…
St. Louis Attorneys Secure Favorable Settlement in Illinois Products Liability Case
St. Louis Attorneys Secure Favorable Settlement in Illinois Products Liability Case
St. Louis attorneys Stephen Moore and Jennifer Woulfe brought a potentially troublesome products liability and personal injury case to a swift and cost-effective solution due to the Galloway team’s quick thinking and intricate understanding of Illinois law and procedure. With…
EEOC’s Record Year: What It Means for Employers in 2026
EEOC’s Record Year: What It Means for Employers in 2026
On April 6, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released its combined FY 2025 Agency Performance Report and FY 2027 Performance Plan, alongside the Office of General Counsel’s FY 2025 Annual Report. These reports detail a historic year characterized…
Jennifer Woulfe on St. Louis Lawsuits | STL Public Radio
Jennifer Woulfe on St. Louis Lawsuits | STL Public Radio
On April 28, 2026, Director Jennifer Woulfe of Galloway’s St. Louis office discussed local legal issues and notable cases on St. Louis Public Radio. She was a featured guest on “St. Louis on the Air,” which airs a monthly legal roundtable. The show explores issues facing…
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