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The DHBA's goal is to provide legal services to the Hispanic community, to enrich and ensure the success of its members in the legal profession in Dallas and to actively become involved in issues affecting the Hispanic community.

08/26/2026

[Award Honoree Highlight]
Meet and get to know our award recipients for the Noche de Luz Awards.

🏆 Estrella Award: Tom Zavala

Tom Zavala is a bankruptcy and commercial litigation attorney who draws on his extensive business and courtroom experience to develop practical solutions for clients. He represents both debtors and creditors in matters ranging from out-of-court workouts to complex Chapter 11 restructurings and adversary proceedings across a variety of industries.

Before practicing law, Tom worked as a corporate tax consultant and earned his CPA license, giving him a strong foundation in business and finance. After graduating from Texas Law, he clerked for Chief Judge Stacey G. C. Jernigan of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas, where he developed valuable courtroom and bankruptcy experience. Tom now serves clients nationwide at Husch Blackwell in bankruptcy and commercial litigation matters.

https://www.dallashispanicbar.com/2026-Award-Recipients

08/24/2026

Don't miss our event happening this Wednesday in Fort Worth!

Come connect, unwind, and enjoy a great evening with fellow members at our upcoming Happy Hour in Fort Worth!

📅 Wednesday, August 26
⏲️ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Taqueria Buena Vida,
314 S Main St Ste 120, Fort Worth, TX 76104

A special thank-you to our sponsor, The Law Office of Artemio Fernandez.
We hope to see you there!

RSVP here: https://www.dallashispanicbar.com/event-6806338

08/21/2026

Don’t miss the Noche de Luz Gala on Sept. 19 at the Omni Dallas.

Your support helps expand scholarships for law students at SMU Dedman School of Law, UNT Dallas College of Law, and Texas A&M University School of Law, while also advancing the Judge Irma C. Ramirez Leadership Program and Judicial Externship Program.

There are still opportunities to sponsor and make a meaningful impact. Can’t attend? You can still support DHBA and donated $500 to for (2) students to attend the event.

Thank you to everyone who has already committed their support. Together, we’re investing in the next generation of legal leaders.

Confirm your sponsorship: https://form.jotform.com/themotivomarketing/2026-noche-de-luz-

Learn more: https://www.dallashispanicbar.com/2026-DHBA-Gala
For questions, contact: [email protected]

08/20/2026

[Award Honoree Highlight]

Meet and get to know our award recipients for the Noche de Luz Awards.

🏆 Corporate Counsel Diversity Award: Maria Fernandez

Maria is Vice President, Associate General Counsel - Corporate & Securities at The Brink's Company (NYSE: BCO), where she advises executive leadership and the Board of Directors on securities compliance, corporate governance, executive compensation, and strategic transactions. With more than ten years of in-house legal experience, she most recently served in a legal leadership role at Albertsons Companies.

Maria is a member of the Hispanic National Bar Foundation, the Dallas Hispanic Bar Association, and the Association of Corporate Counsel, and is committed to advancing diversity, mentorship, and leadership development within the legal profession. She is also a graduate of the Latina Executive Leadership Program and earned her J.D. from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of law.

https://www.dallashispanicbar.com/2026-Award-Recipients

08/19/2026

[Award Honoree Highlight]
Meet and get to know our award recipients for the Noche de Luz Awards.

LA LUZ AWARD: Ophelia F. Camiña

Ms. Camiña is a senior partner at Susman Godfrey LLP, where she specializes in complex commercial and bet-the-company litigation. In 2023, she was named “Trial Lawyer of the Year” by the Dallas Bar Association, becoming the 8th woman and first Hispanic lawyer to receive the honor.

A nationally recognized trial lawyer, Ms. Camiña has also been featured by Lawdragon as a “Lawyer Limelight” and by the Dallas Bar Association as a “Living Legend.” Her record includes landmark jury verdicts and recognition by Texas Verdicts, Texas Super Lawyers, and the Texas Verdicts Hall of Fame.

Beyond the courtroom, she is a leader and mentor to women and Hispanic lawyers. She co-founded and chairs the Dallas Bar Association’s Women Empowered to Lead and founded ACT III, advancing networking, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for women lawyers. Her past leadership includes service on the boards of Parkland Health & Hospital System and the Dallas Bar Foundation, as well as the State Bar of Texas and Texas Equal Access to Justice Commission.

https://www.dallashispanicbar.com/2026-Award-Recipients

08/18/2026

Fort Worth & Dallas Members — Join Us for Happy Hour!

Come connect, unwind, and enjoy a great evening with fellow members at our upcoming Happy Hour in Fort Worth!

📅 Wednesday, August 26
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Taqueria Buena Vida,
314 S Main St Ste 120, Fort Worth, TX 76104

A special thank-you to our sponsor, The Law Office of Artemio Fernandez, for making this event possible!

We hope to see you there!
RSVP here: https://www.dallashispanicbar.com/event-6806338

08/17/2026

CONGRATULATIONS! Noche de Luz Award Recipients

The Noche de Luz Awards recognize leaders, advocates, and professionals who serve as role models, mentors, and champions for the next generation of legal professionals. The honorees represent the values of excellence, community, and opportunity that define Noche de Luz.

The following award recipients will be honored at the annual Noche de Luz Gala taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Omni Dallas.

- La Luz:
Ophelia F. Camina, Partner Susman Godfrey LLP

- Corporate Counsel Diversity Award:
Maria F., Vice President, Associate General Counsel - Corporate & Securities, Brink’s Inc

- Estrella Award:
Tom Zavala, Senior Associate, Husch Blackwell

- Volunteer of the Year:
Jennifer Montiel, Associate Attorney, Javier Perez Law

- Law Firm Excellence Award: Cozen O'Connor

Congratulations and thank you for your dedication to uplifting the legal community.

Learn more about the award recipients: https://dallashispanicbar.com/2026-Award-Recipients

08/11/2026

The is proud to announce the 2026 Presenting & Reception Sponsor for the Noche de Luz Gala.

Thank you to Domingo Garcia and his firm the for your support as the Presenting & Reception sponsor for the Noche de Luz Gala taking place on September 19th at the Omni Dallas Hotel.

https://www.dallashispanicbar.com/2026-DHBA-Gala

08/04/2026

The Dallas Hispanic Bar Association in partnership with the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program is proud to host the first DFW Hispanic Community Forum to provide legal support and assistance to the Dallas Community.

We are looking for bilingual speakers that can speak on the following topics.

- Immigration Law
- Tax Law Business
- Law Family Law
- Estate Planning
- Real Estate
- Employment
- Consumer Protection/Debt
- Intellectual Property
- Criminal/Traffic/Public Safety

If you would like to participate please email us at [email protected]

Address

2101 Ross Avenue
Dallas, TX
75201

Website

http://www.dallashispanicbar.com/, https://dallashispanicbar.com/resources/Documents/DHBA%20SPONSORSHIP%20Platinum%20Fin

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