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If I Knew Then Life Lessons from Legendary Texas Lawyers

If I Knew Then: Life Lessons from Legendary Texas Lawyers

TYLA went across this great state and asked some legendary Texas attorneys what made them so great. How they got where they are? What was the life altering moment in their career? We asked these questions in the hope that it would provide an education of sorts or just satisfy our wild curiosities. Their responses are fascinating.

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Just In Case

Just In Case

This guide will highlight some of the important things to consider when an attorney becomes incapacitated or deceased. This guide will present a brief overview on the importance of having an up-to-date estate plan as well as address strategies for successfully transitioning a law practice.

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Immigration Law Guide - Lawyers Passport

Lawyer Passport for Immigration Law

Although the immigration process is complex, this guide is intended to be a passport to give Texas lawyers a basic understanding of immigration law and current immigration-related issues.

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Practice Areas 101 – Podcast

Answer the question all attorneys get asked, “What Type of Law Do You Practice?” We will have weekly podcasts addressing any and all types of law brought to you by Texas Young Lawyers that actually practice in that area.

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Predicates Guide

The purpose of the TYLA Predicate Guide is to introduce new attorneys to basic examples of predicate questions they are likely to encounter at a hearing or deposition.

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Privilege 101

Privilege 101

This guide was created to serve as an overview for attorneys, clients, spouses, clergy, and health professionals on legal confidentiality and privilege rights and obligations prepared by the Texas Young Lawyers Association.

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Professional Etiquette

Professional Etiquette

Professional etiquette is present in an individual’s work life, including introductions, meetings, communications, and dining situations. This guide will help you build valuable skills giving you a significant advantage in a business setting.

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Retention Guide

Each year women and people of color leave the lawyer ranks at a higher rate than other attorneys. This guide reveals the cause of this problem and will help you develop corporate strategies to retain a diverse and inclusive legal practice.

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Shero – Podcast

A podcast celebrating women in the legal profession focusing on Sheroes and the issues and challenges that face women in the law.

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Small Affiliate Leadership Toolkit

This project seeks to help those who have heard the call of leadership—particularly those in small cities or rural communities looking to start, lead, or revive a local young lawyers association—by compiling resources created by the Texas Young Lawyers Association (TYLA) to hopefully make things a little easier and allow them to focus on bringing people together and executing their vision.

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Spanish for Lawyers

FREE materials that teach basic legal Spanish concepts that necessary to effectively advocate for Spanish-speaking clients. Professional lectures, written assignments, English-to-Spanish translated legal resources and more.

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Tax Controversy Toolkit

This publication is intended to provide lawyers with current and accurate information about handling
and resolving tax controversies.

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