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ON THE COVER

This beautiful image was captured at the Women and the Law International Women's Day Celebration and CLE. The event was a testament to the unwavering support for women in the legal profession and brought together a diverse group of individuals committed to empowerment and equality.

A heartfelt acknowledgment was extended to the organizing committee for graciously inviting the HCBA to participate in this extraordinary event. As the event concluded, a resounding call to action echoed throughout the venue: to continue paving the way for a future where every woman can thrive and flourish in the law.

UPCOMING EVENTS

APRIL 4TH - THE LITIGATION SECTION OF THE STATE BAR, AND THE RGV CHAPTER OF TEX-ABOTA CLE WITH MARION LAWLER, MIKE GUERRA, JOE ESCOBEDO, JAIME SAENZ, AND GEOFFGANNAWAYASMODERATOR

APRIL 11TH - CHILD WELFARE CLE WITH CATHERINE A GARCIA&ANAHANSEN

APRIL 17TH - BUSINESS CLE WITH MARISSA SANDOVAL RODRIGUEZ

APRIL 18TH - FAMILY LAW 3HR CLE WITH EDNA CEDILLO, JUAN RAMOS, DULCE HERNANDEZ, PABLO ALMAGUER, DIANAFUENTESANDCYNTHIABENAVIDES

APRIL 25TH - IMMIGRATION 3HR CLE WITH JOANNA SERRATO, MIRIAM AYALA, JAQUELINE OBREGON AND RICARDOGONZALEZ JR.

MAY2ND-DAVIDHOCKEMA CONFERENCE MAY24TH-LAWDAYGALA

President-Elect

Past-President

President Salazar,KellyR LinebargerGogganBlair& Sampson.LLP

Richardson,Regina'Regi' LawOfficeofRegina"Regi" Richardson

Secretary Benavides,Alexandro"Alex" HidalgoCountyDistrictAttorney's Office

Treasurer Falcon,Sandra LewisPenaFalcon&Cook

Espinosa,Pete EspinosaLawFirm

Director Falcon,HenryIII LoncarLyonJenkins

Director Benavides,Clarissa ToyotaFinancialServices Director Garcia,EloyJr LawOfficeofEloyR GarciaJr

Director Tijerina,GuillermoJr Tijerina&Denzer

Director Elizondo,Lydia MountLaw,PLLC

Director Torres,Hector Colvin,Saenz,Rodriguez&Kennamer, LLP

Director Koeneke,Daniel Ellis,Koeneke&Ramirez,LLP

Director Ozuna,Jose HidalgoCountyPublicDefender's Office

Director Ramirez,JudgeMario HidalgoCounty332ndDistrictCourt

Director Sepulveda,Lauren CityofMcAllenMunicipalCourt

Director Zuniga,RickA. Atlas,Hall&Rodriguez,LLP

MEET THE STAFF

AbrahamJ. Garcia ExecutiveDirector

Abraham Garcia holds the esteemed position of Executive Director at the Hidalgo County Bar Association, a role he has dutifully fulfilled since 2020 Mr Garcia's tenure with the organization spans several years, and he has been a committed member since 2017 He has always been a staunch advocate of the HCBA's values and mission, and his work has always reflected his dedication to these ideals

Apart from his professional pursuits, Mr Garcia is an avid lover of the outdoors. He finds solace in hiking and traveling and cherishes spending quality time with his dogs and fiancé. Although he has a natural inclination towards altruism, Mr. Garcia admits that his work at the HCBA is also selfserving to an extent. He finds immense fulfillment in his role and takes pride in his contributions to the organization. Mr. Garcia has played a pivotal role in the HCBA's youth-focused initiatives. The Heart Gallery is one such program that he has been instrumental in, which aims to provide assistance to foster care children. Additionally, he has been an active participant in the toy drive that benefits underprivileged children living in Arise Muñiz's colonias Through these efforts, Mr Garcia has demonstrated his unwavering commitment to social responsibility and community service

ShalomM.Almeida

Marketing&CLE

Coordinator

Allow me to introduce you to Shalom Almeida the Marketing and CLE Coordinator who recently joined our association in August.

Since her college days, Shalom has had a strong desire to work in the nonprofit sector, and she is thrilled to be part of an organization that aligns with her personal values and mission.

Beyond her passion for her work, Shalom also enjoys traveling, and with her fiancé, she has set a goal to visit every baseball stadium in the country. She finds the beach soothing and likes to swim to unwind.

Shalom is committed to being an active member of the community and is eager to contribute to making it a better place for everyone. We look forward to seeing her grow!

A GLIMPSE OF THE PAST MONTH

As we commemorate International Women's Day this month, it is with great honor and admiration that we recognize the outstanding contributions of women within our legal community. At the forefront of our HCBA Board of Directors stand remarkable individuals who exemplify excellence, leadership, and dedication: Clarissa Benavides, Judge Lauren Sepulveda, Lydia Mount, President Kelly Salazar, Treasurer Sandra Falcon, and President-Elect Regina Richardson. Their unwavering commitment and tireless efforts inspire us all to pursue excellence in our legal profession.

This month, we celebrate not only the achievements of our esteemed board members but also the countless women across the legal landscape who have played pivotal roles in shaping our society. From advocating for justice in courtrooms to leading pivotal legislative changes, women continue to showcase remarkable strength, resilience, and brilliance.

To every woman in our legal community and beyond: your dedication, passion, and expertise do not go unnoticed. You are the embodiment of progress, and your invaluable contributions serve as beacons of inspiration for us all.

As we reflect on the significance of this day, let us recommit ourselves to fostering a more equitable and inclusive legal environment. Let us continue to uplift, empower, and support one another, ensuring that every woman's voice is not only heard but also valued and respected.

Together, let us forge ahead, striving towards a future where the potential of every woman is fully realized and where gender equality is not merely a goal but a lived reality.

This month's Business CLE featuring Brent Bishop was nothing short of unforgettable! A huge thank you goes out to everyone who joined us, contributing to the success of the event.

Special recognition is reserved for Brent Bishop, whose expertise and vibrant delivery kept the energy high throughout the session. His contributions were instrumental in making this CLE both informative and enjoyable.

Additionally, we extend our gratitude to our gracious host, Lone Star National Bank, for providing the perfect venue and delicious lunch. Their support ensured a seamless and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Another successful Family Law CLE session has concluded, leaving attendees feeling empowered and inspired. We extend a heartfelt thank you to our exceptional speakers, Savannah Gonzalez, Melinda Diaz, and Evelia Saenz, whose expertise and guidance transformed the complexities of mediation into manageable tasks. Together, they formed the dream team of mediations, providing invaluable insights and strategies to navigate this intricate area of law.

We are immensely grateful to all who joined us for this enriching session, as your presence contributed to the vibrant atmosphere and meaningful discussions. Your engagement and participation are truly appreciated, undoubtedly enhancing the overall experience for everyone involved.

The recent Appellate CLE featuring Brandy Wingate Voss was nothing short of exceptional! Brandy's insightful ethics presentation not only provided valuable guidance but also sparked meaningful discussions among attendees. A heartfelt thank you goes out to Brandy for her outstanding contribution to the event. Your commitment to upholding ethical standards in the legal profession is truly commendable and serves as an inspiration to us all.

We also extend our gratitude to all the attendees whose active participation made the CLE a resounding success. Your engagement and enthusiasm play a crucial role in fostering a culture of integrity and professionalism within our legal community.

Let's continue to prioritize ethics as we strive to uphold the highest standards of practice and serve clients with integrity.

The Real Estate CLE session featuring Michael Cano was an absolute gamechanger! Attendees were captivated by Mr. Cano's expertise and the wealth of insights he brought to the table, potentially saving many attorneys from future problems.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to Michael Cano for his exceptional presentation and dedication to sharing invaluable information with our legal community.

Special recognition is also due to Edwards Abstract for their invaluable contributions in hosting and sponsoring this remarkable lunch CLE.

ARTICLES, PRESS RELEASE, MOVIES AND BOOKS REVIEWS FOR MARCH

G C EFFREY W ANDERSON HAIR, BOARD OF TRUSTEES PATRICK KEEL CHAIR, FELLOWS

March 18, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Gabrielle Navarrette (512) 480-8017

TEXAS BAR FOUNDATION GIVES RICHARD A. CANTU STATEWIDE RECOGNITION

Richard A. Cantu of Mission received the 2024 Terry Lee Grantham Memorial Award from the Texas Bar Foundation. The Terry Lee Grantham Memorial Award was endowed through the Texas Bar Foundation in 2014 in honor and memory of Terry Lee Grantham by his family and friends who were so richly blessed by his love, friendship and presence in their lives.

As an enduring tribute to Mr. Grantham’s life and work in the practice of law, this award is made annually to an outstanding Texas lawyer. The award celebrates Mr. Grantham’s life as a gifted and committed man and lawyer who devoted himself completely to every task he undertook The recipient of this award exemplifies the qualities of an accomplished, talented and dedicated practitioner, a servant of the profession and an advocate for those we serve, demonstrating dedication and service with the same passion that defined Mr Grantham’s life and work.

Richard “Richie” Cantu grew up in Rio Grande City, Texas, received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Texas A&M University in 1992, a Juris Doctor degree from Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1996, and married his beautiful wife, Attorney Elizabeth “Liz” Cantu, in 2000. They are blessed with three wonderful children. He attributes his understanding of family values and the importance of improving the community to his parents. However, he is still trying to figure out how Liz seems to have unselfishly mastered the balance between family, friendships, work, and community service.

Richie is proud to be a member of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Bar Foundation and has had the privilege of collaborating with many outstanding attorneys during his career. He currently serves as a Director of the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and

Scholarships (VAMOS) and has served as a director, leader, member, or coach in various organizations for over 25 years.

He and Attorney Rebecca Lopez operate a boutique real estate law firm in Mission, Texas. He represents individuals, businesses, financial institutions, and governmental entities in a wide variety of real estate matters, including litigation and mediates real estate disputes

Mr. Cantu will be publicly recognized and be presented the Terry Lee Grantham

Memorial Award at the Texas Bar Foundation Annual Dinner held on June 21, 2024 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas. Texas Tech University School of Law will receive $5,000 in honor of Mr. Cantu’s receipt of the Terry Lee Grantham Memorial Award.

Founded in 1965 by attorneys determined to assist the public and improve the profession, the Texas Bar Foundation has become the largest charitably funded bar foundation in the country. The Texas Bar Foundation relies on the contributions of its Fellows to improve the lives of Texans.

To date, through the generosity of the Fellows, the Texas Bar Foundation has awarded more than $26 million in grants to numerous organizations across the state

Election to the Fellows of the Texas Bar Foundation is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a member of the State Bar of Texas, representing one-third of one percent of Texas attorneys. Selection is based on an outstanding record in the legal profession as well as proven commitment to support the community at large For more information about the Texas Bar Foundation, please visit www.txbf.org.

MOVIE REVIEW: DUNE PART 2

BY GREGORY TURLEY

Dune: Part 2 (2021) directed by Denis Villeneuve (Sicario, Blade Runner 2049) is a soaring interplanetary story that deserves a big screen watch. The book Dune published in 1965 is regarded as an inspiration for the Star Wars story and the comparison is apt: An Emperor striving for galactical domination by control of the trade routes A conflict between two related families An epic showdown between the two sides

Here’s a recap of Dune: Part 1 (2021). Paul Atredies (Timothee Chalamet) is an exceptional child, the son of the Caladan planetary leader, Duke Leto Atredis (Oscar Isaac) and Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), who is a member of the mystical order of the Bene Gesserrit. The legend is that the Bene Gesserrit will bear a son who will become a great leader.

While Paul is being tested by the Bene Gesserrit, the opposing House Harkonnen seeks to kill Duke Leto Atredis but agrees to spare Paul and Lady Jessica, who make their way to the planet Arrakis. They encounter the natives, the desert dwellers known as the Fremen, led by Stilgar (Javier Bardem). Stilgar believes that Paul could be the Lisam Al Garib, the long awaited savior, and so he takes Paul and Lady Jessica under the Fremen protection.

As Part 2 begins, House Harkonnen seeks to take control back of Arrakis now that Duke Leto Atredis and Paul appear to be out the way. There are a lot of stars in Part 2 that were not in Part 1: Florence Pugh (Princess Irulan) , Austin Butler (Feyd-Rautha), Christopher Walken (Emperor Shaddam IV) Plus we have returning: Josh Brolin (Gurney), Javier Bardem (Stilgar), Dave Bautista (Rabban), Stellan Skarsgard (Baron Harkonnen) with larger roles than before gly accepted into the Fremen tribe.

MOVIE REVIEW: DUNE PART 2

BY GREGORY TURLEY

As Part 2 continues, Paul learns the ways of the Fremen to survive in the desert. He proves his worth by fighting alongside Chani (Zendaya) against raiders. Chani grudgingly goes along with Stilgar to allow Paul into the tribe. Stilgar, recognizing that the planet needs a Reverend Mother from the Bene Gesserrit, convinces Lady Jessica to ascend to that role, otherwise she is of no use to them. In a final test, Paul shows that he is a real Fremen by riding a sandworm.

Ultimately Paul and Feyd-Rautha square off in a duel to the death. But is that the end or just a new beginning? Who will control the valuable spice, or tame the inhospitable planet, which before it was named Arrakis, was called…. Dune.

Confused? Good! It’s a complex plot, based on a 600 page science fiction book weaving an interplanetary story with many references to both Chrisitanity and Islam. And there is a lot of material to acknowledge: 5 book sequels, one 1984 movie directed by David Lynch and one 3 part TV miniseries (2000) in those Pre- Netflix days.

Stay tuned for the expected Part 3, whereby Paul’s unborn sister Alia, may shed more light on the future. As I would expect the last dying words of the book’s author Frank Herbert (1920-1986) to be, “I’ll tie this all together somehow.”

UPCOMING CLE’S AND EVENTS

EVENTS AND CLE’S

APRIL 4TH - THE LITIGATION SECTION OF THE STATE BAR, AND THE RGV CHAPTER OF TEX-ABOTA CLE WITH MARION LAWLER, MIKE GUERRA, JOE ESCOBEDO, JAIME SAENZ, AND GEOFF GANNAWAY AS MODERATOR.

APRIL 11TH - CHILD WELFARE CLE WITH CATHERINE A. GARCIA & ANA HANSEN

APRIL 17TH - BUSINESS CLE WITH MARISSA SANDOVAL RODRIGUEZ

APRIL 18TH - FAMILY LAW 3HR CLE WITH EDNA CEDILLO, JUAN RAMOS, DULCE HERNANDEZ, PABLO ALMAGUER, DIANA FUENTES AND CYNTHIA BENAVIDES.

APRIL 25TH - IMMIGRATION 3HR CLE WITH JOANNA SERRATO, MIRIAM AYALA, JAQUELINE OBREGON AND RICARDO GONZALEZ JR.

MAY 2ND - DAVID HOCKEMA CONFERENCE

MAY 24TH - LAW DAY GALA

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Job Responsibilities Assistant City Attorney II

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Under supervision of the City Attorney, an Assistant City Attorney II assists in performing the duties of the City Attorney’s Office with an emphasis on providing technical and professional support as legal advisor to the City Commission, City Manager, and department directors on assigned issues of applicable local, state, federal laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances affecting the City.

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1. Assist in performing the duties of the City Attorney’s Office.

2. Maintain knowledge of and provide legal guidance and counsel regarding application of federal and state laws, rules, policies, and court decisions affecting municipalities as well as the City Charter and City Code provisions.

3. Prepare and issue oral and written legal opinions or legal memoranda upon request.

4. Assist with litigation matters, including but not limited to drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and performing pre-trial and trial tasks

5. Analyze, review, and draft a broad range of transactional instruments, including interlocal agreements, memoranda of understanding, budget amendments, agreements to promote economic development, thirdparty contracts, ordinances, and resolutions

6. Have knowledge of and assist with real estate matters.

7. Represent the State as Prosecuting attorney in Municipal Court as the need arises.

8. Provide legal advice and make presentations to councils, boards, commissions, civic groups, and the public and attend meetings such as City Commission meetings and City Advisory Board meetings 9 Perform other related duties as assigned which are reasonably within the scope of job duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

1. Job requires a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited law school with a valid license to practice in the State of Texas.

2 Position requires a minimum of five (5) years of related work experience.

3. Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license.

4. Must have general knowledge of rules, regulations, and procedures applicable to municipalities

5 Position requires superb organizational, time management and multitasking skills.

6. Position requires outstanding ability to conduct research, collaborate, and excellent communication skills.

7 Employee must be proficient in using Microsoft suite applications

Job involves sitting, standing and walking from place to place in an office setting

Additional Information

1 This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing

2. Position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

3. Attendance at work is required.

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Under general supervision and in the absence or unavailability of the Presiding Municipal Court Judge, the Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge presides over the City of McAllen Municipal Court sessions and serves as a magistrate to administer justice in the disposition of the cases involving ordinances or statutory misdemeanor violations within the jurisdiction of the court. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge serves as the deputy judge and back-up administrator to the Presiding Municipal Court Judge. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge reports to the Presiding Municipal Court Judge. This is a full-time position.

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1. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge is on duty 9 hours a day, 5 days a week, and acts as a magistrate to conduct arraignments on Class A, B, and C misdemeanors and all felonies when needed. As a magistrate, the Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge will review and execute warrants and conduct juvenile magistrations when needed (including but not limited to arrest warrants, search warrants, administrative search warrants, phone search warrants and blood search warrants). This position will require the Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge to be oncall on nights and weekends scheduled by the Presiding Judge. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge will occasionally work nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled by the Presiding Judge.

2. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge will serve as the deputy associate judge to the Presiding Municipal Court Judge and will serve as the administrator in charge when the Presiding Municipal Court Judge is unavailable.

3. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge will consider and rule on motion to reduce bond and motions to dismiss charges from the Criminal District Attorney’s Office and private and public attorneys. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge also has the authority to monitor compliance with bond conditions until cases are filed or dismissed and the authority to modify, raise, or revoke those bonds for non-compliance. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge may also be required to conduct examining trials, no bond hearings, and 18.16 right to possession hearings.

4. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge conducts jail hearings as needed. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge will also conduct hearings, bench trials, and jury trials on a variety of Class C misdemeanors and quasi-civil hearings throughout the day on dockets that may reach 100+ cases in total.

5. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge will be the custodian of record for any electronic recordings created while they are presiding.

6. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge will issue written orders and execute judgments as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Minimum Requirements: - 1. Job requires graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.

2. Job requires that the applicant have been licensed in good standing to practice law from the State Bar of Texas for a minimum of (5) five years and a minimum of (5) five years of experience as a municipal court judge, prosecutor, or related experience in the State of Texas.

3. Job requires a valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.

4. Must be able to communicate with tact and diplomacy.

5. Must be ever mindful of the limits of his/her jurisdiction, the law, and exercise sound judgment.

6. Must be able to meet deadlines. Failure to meet deadlines could affect external operations.

7. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge must be able to constructively handle frequent and irregular interruptions of activity. The position requires quick, independent judgment to meet unexpected and serious developments. These decisions may affect more than one city department.

8. The Chief Associate Municipal Court Judge must be able to maintain confidentiality. Inappropriate disclosure of information could have serious effect upon the internal or external relationships of the organization in relation to agencies, the community, or the State into the future.

Physical Requirements

Employee generally works in an office environment. Work requires exerting up to 10 pounds on occasion when working with file boxes and records.

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1. This position is safety sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

2. This position has supervisory responsibilities and driving responsibilities.

3. This position constantly works with employees of the court, employees of other city departments— especially legal, police, and code enforcement departments as well as the public and employees of other governmental entities.

4. This employee is responsible for working with a high degree of accuracy and control of detail. A high degree of skill and knowledge is required to resolve issues and respond to those issues.

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Public Safety Building, McAllen, TX 78501

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Municipal Court

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Villeda Law Group need an attorney with at least 2 years experience in transaction including probate/estate planning and/or litigation. Willing to work, solid legal education and very ethical. Bilingual in Spanish ideal. Benefits provided. Send resume to avilleda@mybusinesslawyer.com. No calls please. Resume submission will be kept confidential.

Royston, Rayzor, & Williams’ Brownsville office is seeking an experienced legal secretary with litigation experience preferred, but all applicants will be considered.

The ideal applicant should have:

Superior organizational skills with attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Work under the supervision of one or more attorneys and provide administrative support.

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Ability to multitask and prioritize matters.

Ability to work with legal technology such as court-filing systems, transcription software, etc.

The right candidate should be friendly, dedicated and above all, a team player. Salary will be commensurate with experience and skill level. Benefits include health insurance, disability, paid life insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualified applicants should send resumes to: rebecca.dale@roystonlaw.com

Royston, Rayzor, Vickery & Williams’ Brownsville office is seeking an Associate Attorney with litigation experience preferred, but all applicants will be reviewed.

The applicant should possess strong academic credentials, proficient writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Excellent benefits include health insurance, disability, life insurance and a 401k plan. Salary commensurate with experience. Resumes and a writing sample should be sent to rebecca.dale@roystonlaw.com

Qualified applicants should send resumes to: rebecca.dale@roystonlaw.com