BCC partners MAC and Colimon shared insights on emergency injunctive relief at TCWLA’s “Day in Federal Court” CLE on May 9 in Austin.

Congratulations to BCC senior counsel Kayna Levy on her selection to Shalom Austin’s J-Lead program, designed to cultivate emerging Jewish community leaders.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf earns repeat recognition as a Best Place for Working Parents, thanks to its strong commitment to family-friendly workplace policies.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf joins 500+ law firms in amicus briefs defending Perkins Coie and the rule of law amid political pressure from the Trump Administration.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf is proud to announce that María Amelia Calaf (MAC) has been re-appointed to the Hispanic National Bar Association’s Latina Commission, a role she’s held since 2022.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf is expanding its litigation and appellate practice with the addition of Ryan Bates as Senior Counsel.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner Leah Bhimani Buratti discussed the power of storytelling in IP litigation at the Central Texas Federal Bench Bar Conference.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf earns Chambers Spotlight recognition as a top Texas litigation boutique for the second consecutive year.

Christine Roseveare joins Botkin Chiarello Calaf, bringing extensive appellate expertise, including wins before the Texas Supreme Court and the Fifth Circuit.

Don’t miss Katherine Chiarello and Jennifer Colimon at the Austin Bar Association’s CLE on January 27, exploring courtroom-to-boardroom career transitions.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf welcomes Gerard Bifulco, a seasoned litigator with expertise in IP, employment, real estate, and constitutional law matters.

Katherine Chiarello steps into her role as managing partner of Botkin Chiarello Calaf. Asra Syed named managing partner-elect.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner Jennifer Colimon joins UC Law SF Foundation leadership, driving academic excellence and alumni engagement for 2024-2025.

Trinity University featured Katherine Chiarello for her work defending public access to banned books in a pivotal First Amendment lawsuit in Llano County.

Leah Bhimani Buratti moderated a panel on IP law and AI at UT Law’s Advanced Patent Law Institute, sharing insights on counsel relationships and AI reliability.

Best Law Firms honors Botkin Chiarello Calaf for excellence in commercial litigation, IP litigation, and appellate practice in the firm’s inaugural year.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf successfully defended Bryan Cooper in a securities fraud case brought by Mesa Irrevocable Trust, with a Harris County court ruling the claims were meritless.

Excited to welcome Colombina Valera, a former clerk for U.S. Magistrate Judge Howell, to our commercial and IP litigation team. Valera shares our commitment to advocacy and justice.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf attorneys join Judge Albright in patent and trade secret law courses at UT Law, equipping students with hands-on legal advocacy training.

Leah Bhimani Buratti of Botkin Chiarello Calaf discussed complex evidentiary challenges at the Austin Bar Association's 19th Annual "Ultimate Trial Notebook" CLE event.

Four partners from Botkin Chiarello Calaf are honored as 2024 Texas Super Lawyers, showcasing the firm’s expertise in business and intellectual property litigation.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf congratulates Ryan Botkin on his 2024 Outstanding Federal Lawyer Award, highlighting his leadership in federal law and community service.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf's excellence in commercial litigation recognized by Best Lawyers. Partners and rising stars featured in the prestigious annual list.

New addition to Botkin Chiarello Calaf, Jennifer Lauren, brings exceptional litigation skills and appellate experience. A former journalist, she joins as Of Counsel to strengthen the team.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf secured a significant ruling for Alamo Advisors LP and Katzen Marshall & Associates, Inc. in trade secret disputes under TUTSA.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf's excellence shines with seven attorneys named in Austin Monthly's 2024 "Austin's Top Attorneys," reflecting their outstanding legal prowess.

Welcome, Angie Carrera, to Botkin Chiarello Calaf!

At the TLA Annual Conference, Katherine Chiarello highlights the impact of the landmark First Amendment lawsuit, Little, et al. v. Llano County, on the fight against censorship.

Celebrating its first anniversary, Botkin Chiarello Calaf showcases notable litigations and Chambers recognition, marking significant achievements.

MAC and Leah recognized by TCWLF & TCWLA for advancing women's interests and pro bono work.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partners with the Lone Star Justice Alliance in a collaborative clemency initiative.

Jennifer Colimon joins Law360's 2024 Editorial Board, leveraging her in-house legal expertise and litigation experience.

Congratulations to Botkin Chiarello Calaf’s Kayna Stavast Levy on her second consecutive Rising Stars recognition!

Botkin Chiarello Calaf designated a Best Place for Working Parents in 2024

Leah Bhimani Buratti comments in Law360 on the shift in patent case trends in the Western District of Texas.

Chambers Regional Spotlight Guide has recognized Botkin Chiarello Calaf as one of the best litigation boutiques in Texas.

María Amelia Calaf, a partner at Botkin Chiarello Calaf, recognized for empowering women in Austin's legal community, named Austin Woman 2024 Changemaker.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf name partner Ryan Botkin has stepped into the role of managing partner.

MAC, a partner at Botkin Chiarello Calaf, renews her role in the Hispanic National Bar Association's Latina Commission.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner María Amelia Calaf recently joined three other Latina lawyers for a panel discussion on enhancing Latinx representation in the legal field.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf welcomes Travis Maples as an associate on our commercial litigation team, where he will handle business, intellectual property, and employment disputes.

Federal court litigator and Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner Leah Bhimani Buratti has joined the board of the Federal Bar Association’s Austin chapter as treasurer.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf is pleased to welcome Joshua Kelly as an associate in our commercial litigation team. He will support our litigation team in resolving business, intellectual property, and employment disputes.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner and litigator María Amelia Calaf (MAC) will be a panelist at the “Federal Trials for the State Court Litigator” session at the Austin Bar Association’s Civil Litigation Section’s Ultimate Trial Notebook Seminar.

Congratulations to Botkin Chiarello Calaf managing partner Jennifer Rappoport Colimon on her nomination for the Austin Business Journal’s Women in Business Awards.

All three of Botkin Chiarello Calaf’s named partners have been named to the 2023 Texas Super Lawyers list of outstanding Texas attorneys.

Two Partners Teach Trade Secret Law at UT Law

Four Botkin Chiarello Calaf partners have been recognized on the annual list of The Best Lawyers in America.

In a moving legal journey, Leah Bhimani Buratti's decade-long dedication to asylum seeker Y.P. unfolds. Published in the State Bar of Texas Immigration Bulletin, Summer 2023. A story of resilience, justice, and hope.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner María Amelia Calaf sat down with Amanda Arriaga, the first Latina president of the Austin Bar Association, to discuss diversity in the profession as part of the Bar’s Council of Firsts series.

The Travis County Women Lawyers’ Foundation has selected Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner Asra Syed as a member of its Board of Directors for 2023-2024.

María Amelia Calaf (MAC), Katherine Chiarello and Asra Syed have all been named to the publication’s 2023 edition for their work in civil litigation. Leah Bhimani Buratti was included for her work in intellectual property rights.

Today in New Orleans, Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner Katherine Chiarello argued before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on behalf of seven Llano County library patrons in one of the nation’s first public library “book ban” cases to be heard by a federal appellate court.

More than four years of data on patent jury trials in U.S. District Judge Alan Albright's courtroom may undermine the narrative that the Waco Division's juries are particularly plaintiff-friendly, even in the wake of last month's Textron v. DJI Technology verdict, say Leah Buratti at Botkin Chiarello Calaf and Lewis Tandy at Fritz Byrne.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner Leah Bhimani Buratti will be explaining the ins and outs of the local rules and federal pleading rules at the Travis County Women Lawyers Association’s (TCWLA) “A Day in Federal Court” seminar at the Austin courthouse on May 12. Leah’s presentation will highlight key local rules and discuss practice pointers for preparing well-crafted pleadings.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf name partner Katherine Chiarello was honored for her litigation and appellate work.

Officials in a central Texas county were ordered to return 17 banned library books to the shelves in a ruling viewed as a major First Amendment victory.

A unanimous opinion from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has clarified the standard for establishing irreparable harm in noncompete and trade secret disputes.

A team of six elite litigators and advisors have established Botkin Chiarello Calaf, an Austin-based law firm representing clients in complex commercial and intellectual property litigation, as well as counseling on business law.

In recognition of her expertise in civil litigation and employment law, Kayna Stavast Levy, of counsel at Botkin Chiarello Calaf, has been selected to the annual Texas Rising Stars list.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner Leah Bhimani Buratti recently concluded an 11-year pro bono case on behalf of a Honduran woman fleeing domestic violence in her native country.

In recognition of her work to promote Latinas within the legal profession, the Hispanic National Bar Association has appointed Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner María Amelia Calaf (MAC) to its Latina Commission.

Botkin Chiarello Calaf partner Ryan Botkin is taking two new leadership positions this fall.