2017 Texas Bar Journal Short Story Contest: 3rd Place - Mary Lou Jones

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2017 Texas Bar Journal Short Story Contest: 3rd Place - Mary Lou Jones

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The State Bar of Texas Podcast is a monthly show featuring news and discussions relevant to the legal profession, from the latest industry trends and caselaw to practice tips and State Bar programs. Host Rocky Dhir, attorney and CEO of Dallas-based Atlas Legal Research, invites thought leaders and innovators to share their insight and knowledge on what matters to practitioners.

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2016 Bar Leaders Conference Episode 5: CJ Sanchez: CJ Sanchez talks to Texas Bar TV at the 2016 Bar Leaders Conference in Houston by State Bar of Texas Podcast
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2017 Texas Bar Journal Short Story Contest: 3rd Place - Mary Lou Jones

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