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Founded in 1946, Graves Dougherty was established on the principles of hiring great people, practicing first-class law and focusing on accomplishing clients’ goals. Today it is the firm's tradition to serve its clients with excellence and enthusiasm that sets it apart as a leader in the field.

08/07/2026

Thank you to everyone that joined us during the 18th Congress of the Brazilian Studies Association (BRASA), which took place July 7-10 at the Universidade Federal da Bahia (UFBA) in Salvador, Brazil. Edward Shore’s panel addressed the landmark decision at the Inter-American Court of Human Rights in the case of Quilombola Communities of Alcantara v. Brazil (2024), which was the first time the tribunal rendered a judgment finding Brazil responsible for its failure to title Quilombola territories in violation of Brazil’s Constitution and the American Convention on Human Rights. Quilombolas are inhabitants of quilombos, rural Black communities descended from enslaved Africans and Afro-Brazilians.

International conferences like BRASA empower Quilombolas to expand their networks, forge new connections with advocates and stakeholders, and publicize their struggle for territorial rights domestically and abroad. A special thank you to our co-panelists Dr. Davi Pereira Junior, Dr. Danilo Serejo Lopes, and Dr. Lorrayne Silva.

07/17/2026

On Friday, July 17 attorney William Christian will lead a session at the 2026 NARO Texas Convention in Austin, TX. Bill will present “Floating vs. Fixed Royalty Update,” where he will share the legal issues and recent developments surrounding royalty interests. With many years spent representing landowners in a variety of royalty matters, Bill will share practical insight and expertise on the topic. We look forward to seeing you in Austin for this educational presentation.

Learn more about the convention at https://www.naro-us.org/event-6565818

07/16/2026

Congratulations go out to the 19 GDHM attorneys listed on Austin Monthly Magazine's “2026 Top Attorneys” list. This recognition reflects how Graves Dougherty attorneys continue to make their mark in the Austin legal community, through their dedication to their clients and their practices. Graves Dougherty will celebrate 80 years of service this year. Read more at bit.ly/4yni4IV

07/13/2026

Graves Dougherty is pleased to announce that Megan E. Cook has joined the firm’s Estate Planning, Probate and Trusts practice group. Meg brings extensive experience in assisting clients with wills, trusts, tax planning, and more. We are excited to have her. Learn more about Meg at bit.ly/3R4z2uN

07/09/2026

On Thursday July 9th, attorney Eddie Shore will travel to Brazil to attend the 18th Congress of the Brazilian Studies Association (BRASA). Eddie will lead the panel for the session titled “Quilombolas and their strategies of legal articulation and political mobilization for land titling and socio-environmental rights in Lula's Third Government”. Read more at https://bit.ly/4vWNIeF

07/08/2026

This summer, Graves Dougherty was happy to welcome University of Texas School of Law student Teresa O. King as a summer associate. During her internship she worked with our litigation team on research, drafting, and case work.

Prior to her time with GDHM, Teresa graduated summa cm laude from Texas Christian University with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science & in Criminal Justice, followed by her first year at UT Law. Next fall she will be the Events Director for the Women’s Law Caucus. As a recipient of the Lora Livingston fellowship, she will spend the rest of her summer as a clerk at the Travis County District Courts.

Our team very much enjoyed working with Teresa and is excited to see what she takes on following law school. Best wishes Teresa!

07/03/2026

Graves Dougherty gathered to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Independence with some traditional treats. While we made sure to have some fun, we also reflected on how far our nation has come and our commitment to support our community, both in the practice of law and through service.

The firm will be closed on Friday, July 3rd in observance of the holiday. We wish you a safe and joyful holiday!

06/24/2026

Last month John McFarland and Nicholas Miller hosted our annual 2026 Land & Mineral Owner Seminar at The Austin Club. The seminar brought together industry leaders and experts for meaningful discussions. The sessions provided valuable insights into important industry topics such as orphaned wells, produced water, activity in the Permian Basin, and more. Thank you to all our speakers, clients, and colleagues for their contributions to the seminar. We look forward to seeing you all next year.

06/19/2026

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates June 19, 1865, when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, to enforce Abraham Lincoln’s order to end slavery. Happy Juneteenth!

In observance of the holiday, the firm will be closed today.

04/02/2026

Join us for the 2026 GDHM Land & Mineral Owner Seminar at The Austin Club on Friday, May 22, 2026.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-gdhm-land-mineral-owner-seminar-tickets-1984580130594?aff=oddtdtcreator

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