TOPIC
The Austin Bar Association and the Robert W. Calvert American Inn of Court in presenting this video have said: “As captured by the Lawyers’ Creed. ‘(t)he conduct of a lawyer should be characterized at all times by honesty, candor and fairness. In fulfilling his or her primary duty to a client, a lawyer must be ever mindful of the profession’s broader duty to the legal system.’ There is also a certain fictional professional soccer coach who holds his team to similar ideas. As that coach once famously said, ‘For me, success is not about the wins and losses. It is about helping these young fellas be the best versions of themselves on and off the field….’
Modeling professional and civil practices are core principles of the Robert W. Calvert American Inn of Court”. We believe that these principles apply to all of us in the legal profession. Enjoy the video.
PRESENTER
Steve Benesh earned his undergraduate and Law Degree from the University of Texas. He is a seasoned business litigator in his 36th year of practice at the Bracewell Law firm becoming a partner in 1995. He currently serves as President of the State Bar of Texas (2024-2025) and is a former Chair of the Texas Bar Foundation. Mr. Benesh is a top-notch litigator. His qualities have been described by sources quoted by Chambers USA: “Stephen is practical and business oriented, he anticipates issues well and his work product is great.”
Note to Viewers: This video is made available to promote education and discussion on issues related to state intermediate courts of appeal. The views expressed in the video, however, are strictly those of the Presenter and do not reflect any opinion of the Council or its members on any issue.