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Beck Redden Appellate Practice Welcomes New Member to the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

January 18, 2023

News

The Firm is proud to congratulate Partner Owen J. McGovern on becoming board-certified in Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS). Owen joins the ranks of three additional board-certified members of the TBLS, including appellate partners David Gunn, Russell Post, and associate, Joshua Smith.

Board Certification is a voluntary designation program certifying Texas attorneys in 25 specific areas of law. Board-certified attorneys must be licensed for at least five years, devote a required percentage of practice to a specialty area for at least three years, attend continuing education seminars, pass an evaluation by fellow lawyers and judges, and pass a 6-hour written examination. TBLS is committed to ensure that the citizens of Texas receive the highest quality legal services and this designation further elevates the highly-specialized expertise Beck Redden appellate lawyers are known for.

 

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Owen J. McGovern 713.951.6210
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David M. Gunn 713.951.6290
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Russell S. Post 713.951.6292
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Joshua S. Smith 713.951.6273
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