Legislation Details

File #: 24-1275    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Executive Session Status: Passed
File created: 2/21/2024 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 2/27/2024 Final action: 2/27/2024
Title: Request by the County Attorney for an Executive Session pursuant to ?551.071, Government Code, for approval of a contingency fee litigation contract pursuant to Texas Government Code ? 2254.001 et seq. with Richard Schechter, P.C.; Reich and Binstock, LLP; Kiesel Law, LLP; Ronald Austin Law, LLC; King Benford Law Firm, PLLC; and Herrera Law for legal services in connection with litigation against certain social media companies.
Department: County Attorney
Department Head/Elected Official: Christian D. Menefee

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA

Type of Request: Executive Session

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Request by the County Attorney for an Executive Session pursuant to ?551.071, Government Code, for approval of a contingency fee litigation contract pursuant to Texas Government Code ? 2254.001 et seq. with Richard Schechter, P.C.; Reich and Binstock, LLP; Kiesel Law, LLP; Ronald Austin Law, LLC; King Benford Law Firm, PLLC; and Herrera Law for legal services in connection with litigation against certain social media companies.
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_ Justice and Safety
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1/30/24
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