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Texas Appellate Law Podcast

Todd Smith & Jody Sanders
Appellate Law
Texas Supreme Court
Legal Technology
Access To Justice
Texas Appellate Law
Legal Profession
Summary Judgment Rule
Artificial Intelligence
Legal Writing
Bullying In the Legal Profession
Texas Business Courts
Appellate Advocacy
15th Court Of Appeals
Business Disputes
Judicial Process
Persuasive Writing
Legal Education
Legal Ethics
Statutory Construction
Texas Access To Justice Commission

Welcome to the Texas Appellate Law Podcast—your backstage pass to the Texas and federal appellate systems. Join your hosts, Texas appellate lawyers Todd Smith and Jody Sanders, as they explore the nuances of appellate advocacy with judges, court staff, leading trial and appellate practitioners, academics, and legal innovators. Whether you're immersed in an appeal or building your trial strategy, e... more

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Recent Guests

Amy Small
Executive Director of the Texas State Law Library
Texas State Law Library
Episode: Inside the Texas State Law Library | Amy Small
Elizabeth Alvarez
Head of civil litigation and election litigation at Guest & Gray
Guest & Gray
Episode: Election Litigation in Texas: A Niche Practice with Sharp Edges | Elizabeth Alvarez
Amy Clark Meachum
District Judge, 201st District Court, Travis County
Texas Judiciary
Episode: Lies, Damn Lies, and Statistics: Judicial Accountability and the Future of the Central Docket | Judge Amy Clark Meachum
Scott Schlegel
Judge, Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal
Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal
Episode: AI in the Judiciary: Power, Limits, and the Social Contract | Judge Scott Schlegel
Michael Duncan
Attorney at Naman Howell Smith & Lee, Austin office; appellate and motions practice
Naman Howell Smith & Lee
Episode: The New Rule 166a: What Texas Lawyers Need to Know | Michael Duncan
Rich Phillips
Attorney at Holland & Knight, based in Dallas
Holland & Knight
Episode: Permissive Appeals, SCAC, and the Reality of Texas Rulemaking | Rich Phillips
Justice David Gunn
Judge at the First Court of Appeals in Texas
Episode: The View from the Bench: Improving Appeals, Briefs, and Oral Argument | Justice David Gunn
Arturo Ayala
Vice President at Court Surety Bond Agency
Court Surety Bond Agency
Episode: Supersedeas Bonds in the Real World: Timing, Collateral, and Cost | Arturo Ayala
Tad Bartlett
Appellate lawyer at Fishman Haygood with a focus on appellate law and environmental issues
Fishman Haygood
Episode: Starting, Statistics, and Second Chances in Appellate Law | Tad Bartlett

Hosts

Todd Smith
Host and co-host of the Texas Appellate Law Podcast; affiliated with Texas Appellate Counsel PLLC
Jody Sanders
Co-host and host/regular contributor on the Texas Appellate Law Podcast; affiliated with Texas Appellate Counsel PLLC

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Want to improve legal skills?

    Todd Smith and Jody Sanders have interviewed so many professionals, I have a much better understanding of how appellate courts work behind the scenes, the types of arguments they like and do not, and they do it all with humor and curiosity. If you are an attorney(you don’t have to be appellate) listening to these episodes will help you become a better one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Revers'd
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic Content

    Todd Smith and Jody Sanders, two of the greatest civil appellate lawyers in Texas, conduct excellent interviews on diverse topics of interest to Texas litigation attorneys. The Texas Bar should give CLE credit for this podcast, but that would put them out of business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dannydawson8
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting and informative!

    This podcast has interesting topics and excellent guests providing practical helpful information in an easy to understand manner. As a lawyer practicing in another jurisdiction I recognize the law may be different, but the logic and explanations can be relatable to our work anywhere. I am enjoying listening to this very much. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mcguiremj
    Canada4 years ago
  • Great resource

    This is a great resource for all. The guests are always entertaining and the hosts do a great job of covering a variety of current and practical topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBBurs
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent Intro to Appellate Practice in Texas & Beyond

    I’m a judicial clerk with no experience in Texas appellate practice. Yet I listen to this podcast weekly. The guests are extraordinary, and the value of their insight extends well beyond the Lone Star State.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jordan Redmon
    United States5 years ago

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High-quality guests and practical tips for appellate practice.
Content is accessible for students while remaining valuable for seasoned practitioners.
Listeners appreciate behind-the-scenes insights and real-world advice.
Strong emphasis on Texas appellate trends with timely analysis.
Hosts deliver complex topics with engaging storytelling.

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Inside the Texas State Law Library | Amy Small
Q: What resources and services does the library offer beyond traditional book lending?
Remote access to databases like HeinOnline, Lexis, and Westlaw; print collections that are digitized; scanners and assistive tech; conference rooms; deposition recording; and librarian support to help with research strategies and citations.
Inside the Texas State Law Library | Amy Small
Q: Where is the state law library located and who does it serve?
The library is in the Capitol Complex in downtown Austin, originally tied to the Supreme Court, now an independent agency with strong ties to the courts; it serves the public and the high courts alike.
Inside the Texas State Law Library | Amy Small
Q: Could you share your background and how you arrived at your current role?
Amy started in 2007 as a librarian with a broad skillset, including technology and customer service, and over time took on more responsibilities until becoming the director, driven by a passion for helping people find legal information.
Lies, Damn Lies, and Statistics: Judicial Accountability and the Future of the Central Docket | Judge Amy Clark Meachum
Q: What is the long-term impact on litigation strategy with these deadlines?
There is concern that deadlines will drive aggressive posturing, more withdrawals to reset clocks, and potential increases in denial rates or mandamus actions, but also opportunities for creative pleadings as lawyers adapt to the new regime.
Lies, Damn Lies, and Statistics: Judicial Accountability and the Future of the Central Docket | Judge Amy Clark Meachum
Q: Can you give practitioners a roadmap for handling summary judgments under the new rule?
The guest suggests filing only when ready for a hearing, setting hearings promptly using available calendar slots, and communicating with the specific judge about preferred hearing format (in-person, Zoom, or submission), while recognizing that practice varies by county.

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This show centers on Texas and federal appellate practice, with hosts deconstructing recent rule changes, procedural nuances, and strategic considerations for both trial and appellate work. Episodes frequently feature practitioner perspectives, judges, and industry experts who illuminate topics like summary judgment reform, permissive appeals, petition-for-review processes, and the practicalities of appellate advocacy in Texas. A standout feature is the blend of thorough analysis, real-world war stories, and practical tips that help listeners sharpen briefing, argumentation, and courtroom timing, often amplified by guest practitioners and seasoned service providers in the legal ecosystem. The format tends to mix technical analysis with acce... more

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3. Amy Clark Meachum
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6. Rich Phillips
7. Justice David Gunn
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