May 2023 | Vol. 86, No. 5 SXSW 2023 The intersection of law and technology. Read the digital edition Read past issues Features The State of the Judiciary in Texas Remarks of Chief Justice Nathan L. Hecht. Texas Cryptocurrency Jurisprudence Examining the current legal framework. Written by Nelson S. Ebaugh Digital Asset Crime Are we still early? Written by Carlo D’Angelo and Carlos Garcia The DTPA Turns 50 A look at its history. Written by Joe K. Longley SXSW 2023 The intersection of law and technology. Written by Geoffrey Hinkson and Eric Quitugua Supreme Court of Texas Order Final approval of a form sworn application and petition to stop cyberbullying. Supreme Court of Texas Order Final approval of amendments to Texas Rules of Judicial Administration 7 and 10. Departments Executive Director's Page: Texas Bar Practice Offers Free Access to Digital Publications to Law Students and Educators Written by Trey Apffel In Recess: ‘This is your set and you go for it.’ Rocky Dhir on clean comedy, what lawyers can learn from stand-up, and how to get through bombing onstage. Interview by Eric Quitugua President's Page: Talk Saves Lives Written by Laura Gibson Technology: Say What You Meme Memes as evidence in court. Written by John G. Browning Ethics Question of the Month State Bar Director Spotlight: Kimberly Naylor Interview by Will Korn TYLA President’s Page: ‘Ugh, As If!’ Written by Michael J. Ritter Solo/Small Firm: The Best of ABA TECHSHOW 2023 This year’s event featured networking, innovative thinking, and practical advice. Written by Ruby Powers Disciplinary Actions Movers and Shakers Memorials Classifieds Humor: You Can’t Fix Stupid—But You Can Give It a Court Date Written by John G. Browning News From Around the Bar
