Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann has once again been named one of the best law firms in Texas in the prestigious Best Law Firms guide assembled by U.S. News and World Report  and The Best Lawyers in America.  The firm is listed in the top tier of regional rankings for litigation in the following practice areas: Researchers from U.S. News  and  Best Lawyers  evaluate thousands of responses from law […]

Chris Akin, a longtime partner of Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann and a highly experienced business litigator, has been named general counsel for the firm. In this important role Chris will monitor and respond to any ethical and client management issues for the firm, as well as oversee other administrative and operational matters. “Chris is highly respected […]

Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann is pleased to announce that attorney Cory Johnson has been selected to the National Black Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers in Texas. The National Black Lawyers recognizes the top 100 attorneys in each state who excel in their respective practice areas. The invitation-only group is based on current member referrals and independent research. […]

Fourteen Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann attorneys have been recognized on the list of Texas Super Lawyers for 2022.  This marks the 20th anniversary of the publication, and the firm’s Mike Lynn, Eric Pinker, Michael K. Hurst, and David Coale have been named to the list each year. In addition, Eric and Michael are named among the “Top 100” attorneys in the […]

Allen ISD has released more information on a teacher indicted on two counts of sexually abusing a child, while also hiring an outside independent team to investigate why the district chose to look into matters first before notifying Child Protective Services. LPHS partner Josh Sandler provides insight into independent investigations and says parents deserve an […]

Seventeen Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann attorneys have been recognized in the Best Lawyers in America publication for 2023, in nine distinct areas of legal practice.  In addition, the firm is honored to have Michael K. Hurst named as “Lawyer of the Year” in North Texas for Real Estate Litigation.   The prestigious legal guide recognizes the following attorneys on […]

The firm is pleased to announce Andrés Correa and Jared Eisenberg‘s recent inclusion in Benchmark Litigation’s 40 & Under Hot List for 2022. Attorneys who receive this recognition have been deemed the most promising young talent in their respective litigation communities in the U.S. and Canada by clients and peers. Congratulations, Andrés and Jared!  View the rest of the […]

The City of Austin has passed a resolution as part of the Grace Act, preventing police and fire departments from enforcing abortion bans. LPHS appellate and constitutional law attorney David Coale says the recent action by Austin leaders may help minimize the effect of Texas abortion laws. “It can define things, it can set priorities, […]

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled that the Biden Administration cannot select which immigrants who have committed crimes can be deported, and federal agents must follow federal law. LPHS appellate partner David Coale on the ruling: “This takes the Biden Administration back a step.”  View David’s interview on KDFW FOX 4 Dallas. 

The U.S. Supreme Court overturned the controversial law Roe v. Wade, no longer making it a constitutional right for women to obtain abortions and sending the decision back to the states. LPHS appellate partner David Coale spoke to the media to explain the decision of the court.  David’s interviews appeared on FOX 4 Good Day, […]