FormanWatkins proudly welcomes our 2025 Summer Associates! This impressive group of 1L and 2L students, hailing from six law schools across the country, will spend the summer gaining hands-on experience working with our attorneys in our Houston, Jackson, and New Orleans offices.

The Honorable Judge Jane J. Boyle of the Northern District of Texas granted our Motion to Dismiss, delivering an early and favorable resolution for our client. This result reflects our continued success in strategic, efficient defense of premises and product liability matters.

Alison McMinn recently presented a CLE on the legal risks of BYOD and how companies can protect themselves with smart policies. Her key message? If employees use personal devices for work, that data may be discoverable. Read more ⬇️.

Charles Abbott, Partner at FormanWatkins, and Tina Bradley, Partner at Hobson & Bradley, guest lectured @LSULawCenter #toxictort class. Their talk, “Benzene 101,” explored the development of benzene litigation from both plaintiff and defense perspectives. #FormanWatkins #LSULaw

Cases like this highlight why pro bono advocacy matters. After 23+ years of wrongful incarceration, the LA Fourth Circuit affirmed a ruling recognizing innocence, a key step in the pursuit of justice. Grateful for the opportunity to work with our partners in this important fight.

Proud to announce that several FormanWatkins attorneys have been named to the 2025 Louisiana Super Lawyers & Rising Stars lists. This honor is a testament to the unwavering commitment to excellence and client service that defines our Firm.

A wish is more than a moment - it’s hope, strength, and a brighter future. At FormanWatkins, we’re committed to fostering healthier lives. We’re proud to support @MakeAWishMS in granting a wish for a child facing a critical illness. #MAWMS #makeawish

For the past 7 years, FWK has been committed to pro bono service and civic engagement, ensuring equal access to justice for those who need it most. The impact of this work is significant, but its true measure lies in the lives we’ve helped and the communities we’ve strengthened.

FormanWatkins is honored to receive the Chevron Law Firm Diversity Award, recognizing our commitment to diversity in law. As part of this honor, we presented $5,000 to @JacksonStateU, reinforcing our dedication to fostering a culture of inclusion in our offices and beyond.

FormanWatkins attorneys Charles Abbott and Etienne René recently guest lectured a Toxic Tort class @LSULawCenter, sharing insights on causation, expert witnesses, and Daubert challenges. This marks Abbott’s 12th year lecturing in the course.

FormanWatkins was proud to support the 32nd Annual Evelyn Gandy Lecture Series, Mississippi's premier CLE for women in law. Named for Evelyn Gandy, the state's first female elected to statewide office, the program continues her legacy of advancing women in the legal profession.

Proud to recognize Alison McMinn for her outstanding service as President of the Mississippi Chapter of the @federalbar. Her dedication to service exemplifies the highest standards of our profession, and we are honored to have her as part of our team!

We were honored to host a Lunch & Learn @MC_Law this afternoon to share insights and help students navigate summer clerkships. Building connections like these is critical to fostering top-tier talent and preparing them for success.

Malissa Wilson recently led a critical discussion on AI's impact on employment practices and data privacy. The presentation offered timely strategies to manage risks and leverage AI responsibly.

Since launching our Pro Bono Initiative in 2016, FormanWatkins has proudly dedicated over 9,000 hours to meet community needs. Recently, one of our attorneys shared how assisting with a simple name change brought lasting impact to a client’s life.

Join us in welcoming Colby Rogers as our Director of Marketing and Attorney Recruiting! With a distinguished career spanning communications, political strategy, media relations, and brand management, she brings a wealth of expertise to the role.

We are proud to share the promotion of Chelsea Lewis to Partner. This achievement reflects her skill, commitment, and leadership within our Firm and the community. Congratulations on this well-earned milestone!

RT @LSULawCenter: Thank you to our partners and sponsors who made sure our 1Ls @FormanWatkins .Anthony Gambino, Jr. (’16), @PhelpsDunbar.Jo….

We are thrilled to announce that Adriana Houlton has joined the Houston office as a Partner. With over 15 years of experience in toxic tort litigation, she combines her passion for science and the law to deliver exceptional results for her clients.

Engaging with emerging legal talent is a cornerstone of our commitment to fostering the next generation of top-tier attorneys. Thank you @LSULawCenter for the valuable opportunity to connect with aspiring attorneys, share insights, and help prepare them for a successful future.