2026–2027 Section Officers
Chair: Megan Schmid, Holland & Knight LLP
Immediate Past Chair: Lindsey Kellam Valenta, Jackson Walker LLP
Chair-Elect: Lauren Hunsaker, Daikin Comfort Technologies
Secretary/Treasurer: Stephen Cooney, Gray Reed
Council Members at Large:
Rosemary Jackson, Rosemary B. Jackson, P.C.
David Thaxton, Holland & Knight LLP
Kati Orso, Husch Blackwell
Jake Guarino, Wilson Cribbs + Goren
About the Real Estate Law Section
The Real Estate Law Section offers monthly lunch meetings during its fiscal year (September through June). Speakers present topics ranging from leasing, development, loan transactions, landlord/tenant issues, legislative updates, and other relevant real estate issues. CLE credit of 1 hour is given for attendance at each presentation.
The Section participates in and contributes to several community-based fundraising campaigns including Habitat for Humanity, the Harvest Party, and the HBA Law Week Fun Run. Monetary scholarships are awarded to up to 3 students at each of Houston’s law schools.
Real Estate Law Section Membership Details
Section Members: 537
Section Dues: $35
Meetings:
The Section has resumed lunch meetings, with lunch beginning at 11:30 a.m. followed by CLE programming at 12:00 p.m. Meetings are currently held at Jackson Walker LLP (1401 McKinney, 9th Floor, Suite 945 Houston, TX 77010). Registration is required for in person attendance (even for annual subscribers). Up to five students from each local law school may attend.
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Scholarships:
Total of $3,000 in scholarship funds awarded to each Houston law school. Amount awarded per student will be based on number of recipients selected. Minimum award of $1,000 per recipient.
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