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February 4, 2010 - Cook Yancey is pleased to announce that three attorneys have been named to the 2010 edition of Louisiana Super Lawyers. Cook Yancey is pleased to announce that the following three attorneys have been named to the 2010 edition of Louisiana Super Lawyers: Samuel W. Caverlee (personal injury defense); Bernard Johnson (business litigation); and Herschel Richard (business litigation). Louisiana Super Lawyers is an annual publication produced by Law & Politics magazine and serves to identify attorneys reaching high levels of peer recognition and professional achievement. Attorneys in Louisiana Super Lawyers are selected through a multi-step selection process that begins with a statewide survey of attorneys. February 3, 2010 - Cook Yancey contributes to Haiti earthquake relief effort The employees and attorneys of Cook Yancey recently made a contribution to the American Red Cross International Response Fund on behalf of the Haiti earthquake relief effort. Cook Yancey attorney William C. Bradford coordinated this effort, raising individual contributions from Cook Yancey attorneys and staff members. January 21, 2010 - Outstanding Service Award presented to Cook Yancey On January 21, 2010, Cook Yancey received the Northwest Louisiana Pro Bono Project's Outstanding Service Award for its work during the past year on behalf of residents of the Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission and other individuals in need. Cook Yancey is the first law firm ever to receive this award. We are committed to serving our community, and we appreciate the Pro Bono Project's recognition of our efforts.
December 14, 2009 - Cook Yancey teams up with LSU-Shreveport for "Secret Santa" Project.
Priscilla Pullen, principal of Midway elementary, organizes the gifts. November 2009 - Brandon Politz Receives 40 Under 40 Honor Cook Yancey congratulates Brandon Politz for being chosen for inclusion in this year's Northwest Louisiana 40 Under 40." 40 Under 40 recognizes outstanding entreprenuers, executives, managers, and professionals in public, private, or non-profit sectors under the age of forty. Winners are chosen based on such values as achievement, experience and innovation, vision, leadership, and community involvment. Brandon will be honored with the 40 Under 40 Award at the Third Annual Northwest Louisiana Young Professionals Dinner & Gala held Friday, December 4, 2009, at Horseshoe Casino Riverdome. Nominations for 40 Under 40 are accepted year round by the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. Visit www.shreveportchamber.org to learn more. November 2009 - The law firm of Cook Yancey King and Galloway is pleased to announce that William C. Bradford, Megan E. LeBato, and Kevin M. McCrary have joined the firm as associates. Cook Yancey is very fortunate to add these three bright attorneys to our team," says John T. Kalmbach, Shareholder in charge of recruiting at Cook Yancey. Mr. Bradford received a B.A. from Dillard University in 2006, and his J.D. from Southern University Law Center in 2009. His practice will focus on insurance defense, premises liability and commercial carrier defense. Ms. LeBato graduated from Centenary College in 2006 with a B.A. and received a JD/DCL degree from Louisiana State University in 2009. Her practice is concentrated in commercial litigation. Mr. McCrary graduated from Louisiana Tech in 2000 with a B.A. and was awarded an MBA from Louisiana State University in 2003. He received his law degree from Louisiana State University in 2009. He will primarily practice in the areas of real estate and commercial transactions. September 2009 - Shreveport Bar Association elects officers Bernard S. Johnson and Brandon A. Politz were selected as officers for the Shreveport Bar Association for 2010. Mr. Johnson was elected to the office of Vice-President and Mr. Politz as Secretary-Treasurer. John C. Nickelson will serve as a Member-At-Large on the Executive Council. September 1, 2009 - LeAnn Kay joins Cook Yancey
"Cook Yancey is very fortunate to have someone of Ms. Kay's talent and experience join our litigation group" says Brian A. Homza, Shareholder at Cook Yancey. Ms. Kay received B.S. from Centenary College in 2001, and her J. D. from University of Houston Law SchoolCenter in 2004. She is licensed to practice law in Louisiana, and Texas, and . is admitted to the Louisiana State Bar, the Texas State Bar, and the United States District Court for both the Eastern and Southern Districts of Texas as well as and the Western District of Louisiana . Cook Yancey is the largest law firm in Northwest Louisiana. In business since 1914, the firm has 37 lawyers working together to provide full-service representation across a broad range of client needs. Cook Yancey King and Galloway is located at 333 Texas in the Regions Bank building. For more information call 221-6227 or visit www.cookyancey.com. September 2009 - Louisiana Bar Foundation installs Board of Directors Herschel E. Richard, Jr., will serve as the Vice-President of the Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF) for 2009-10. The newly-elected board was installed in June. Mr. Richard is the current president of Cook Yancey. September 2009- Gustavson elected to BOD Kristina B. Gustavson, attorney at Cook Yancey has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet. As a former principal dancer of SMB, she is pleased to serve this company. August 14, 2009 CookYancey- RBM Team Takes 1st Place at Third-Annual I-Bowl Trivia Night The CookYancey- RBM trivia team (aka: "The Answering Machine") took first prize at the THIRD-ANNUAL ADVOCARE V100 INDEPENDENCE BOWL TRIVIA NIGHT sponsored by the Independence Bowl Foundation. The event was held Friday night at the Independence Stadium's club level. The night included dinner provided by PieWorks Pizza and trivia questions with categories ranging from COLLEGE SPORTS to HISTORY, ENTERTAINMENT, LAGNIAPPE and AROUND THE STATE. Members of the winning team included: Scotty & Lesley Amos (RBM), Kyle & Molly McInnis (CookYancey), Harry McInnis, Jason Nichols (CookYancey) and Scott & Kori Shurley. The winning team took home a prize package totaling more than $1,250, including 16 Premium Chairback seats to the 2009 AdvoCare V100 Indpendence Bowl to be played on December 28th at 4pm on ESPN, Round-trip Shuttle tickets to and from the game, and tickets to the Independence Bowl Foundation Member Tailgate Party. This was the team's second year to compete in the event. August 13, 2009- Brian Carnie presents to Insurance Professionals Cook Yancey attorney Brian R. Carnie addressed the Insurance Professionals of Shreveport-Bossier continuing education meeting, discussing the Mental Health Parity Act of 2008 and how to avoid employment litigation in Louisiana. Mr. Carnie dedicates his practice to the representation of employers in labor and employment matters, including employment discrimination, statutory and regulatory compliance, management/union relations, and personnel policies and practices. He has in-depth experience providing the full range of trial, appellate, and consulting services to clients ranging from individuals and small and mid-sized businesses to major multinational corporations. Cook Yancey attorneys proudly supported Operation Rehydration through the contribution of legal services. Founded in part by Cook Yancey summer employee William Webb, a sophomore at Millsaps College, Operation Rehydration is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to combating the lethal effects of dehydration by diarrheal disease on the children of the developing world. Click here to read more about Cook Yancey's Pro Bono work. Operation Rehydration in the Shreveport Times: http://www.shreveporttimes.com/article/20090729/SEVOICES/907280340 July 14, 2009- Estate Planning Seminar Cook, Yancey shareholder, Bill Kalmbach, will speak to attorneys, accountants, bank trust officers, and insurance professionals at Louisiana State University's 39th Annual Estate Planning Seminar on October 8, 2009. Mr. Kalmbach will present his paper entitled Engagement Letters for Estate Planning Matters, Including Wills, Trusts and Successions and conduct a question and answer session. LSU's annual estate planning seminar is held in Baton Rouge, Louisiana each year and attracts a wide spectrum of estate planning professionals. Mr. Kalmbach joined Cook, Yancey in 1990, and practices primarily in the business, estate planning, and taxation areas. He is a frequent speaker to professional and lay groups regarding wills, trusts, successions, life insurance, and sophisticated wealth transfer planning. He is admitted to practice in Louisiana and Texas and is Board Certified Specialist in Estate Planning and Administration by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. May 21, 2009 - Reception held for The Honorable Tom Stagg The North Louisiana Chapter of the Federal Bar Association hosted a reception at The Shreveport Club for The Honorable Tom Stagg, United States District Judge for the Western District of Louisiana, to recognize his thirty-fifth anniversary on the bench. Cook Yancey attorneys Brian A. Homza and Jason B. Nichols are currently serving as president and treasurer, respectively, of this newly-formed chapter of the Federal Bar Association. Cook Yancey attorneys Ken Mascagni, Robert Kennedy, John T. Kalmbach, and Lilia J. Knicely formerly served as law clerks for Judge Stagg. Many judges, attorneys, and federal court staff members attended this event to honor Judge Stagg's many years of serve to the community. May 15, 2009 - Cook Yancey is Proud to Feature Works of Karen Mathison Schmidt in Print and Online Materials
Ms. Schmidt lives in Shreveport, Louisiana. Creator of Louisiana Edgewood Art, her works often feature images of the Northwest Louisiana region. Schmidt's use of bold color and movement evokes a spirit of strength, vitality, and growth familiar not just to those who know the landscapes and tree lined streets of her hometown, but to people everywhere. Click here to learn more about her work... Since 1914, Cook Yancey has led the way in the Ark-La-Tex region and beyond. May 14, 2009 - John C. Nickelson joins Cook YanceyThe law firm of Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway is pleased to announce that John C. Nickelson has joined the firm as an associate. His practice focuses on commercial litigation, including oil & gas and products liability disputes. "I am very pleased to have joined Cook Yancey's litigation team, which provides outstanding representation to the firm's clients," Mr. Nickelson said. May 11, 2009 - Cook Yancey commits to second year of CIC sponsorship
May 5, 2009 - Cook Yancey congratulates Gulf Crossing Pipeline Company LLC on the commencement of services on its Gulf Crossing Pipeline Project. Cook Yancey congratulates its client Gulf Crossing Pipeline Company LLC, a subsidiary of Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP, on the commencement of services on its Gulf Crossing Pipeline Project. This new, 42 inch diameter natural gas pipeline runs from Sherman, Texas, to interconnects with other natural gas pipelines near Tallulah, Louisiana. When fully completed, the pipeline will be capable of transporting 1.7 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of natural gas per day. For more information, please visit: http://www.gulfcrossing.com/default.aspx. Cook Yancey was proud to assist Gulf Crossing in its acquisition of the property rights necessary to construct, operate, and maintain the Gulf Crossing Pipeline Project, which represents a substantial capital investment in North Louisiana. Herschel E. Richard, Jr., Samuel W. Caverlee, and John T. Kalmbach practice in the areas of federal and state eminent domain, with substantial experience in federal condemnation and state expropriation of pipeline servitudes and rights of way. May 1, 2009 - Cook Yancey team volunteers for Day of Caring As part of the United Way's 2009 Day of Caring, Cook Yancey employees volunteered their time to the Reach out and Read program at Louisiana State Health Science Center Shreveport children's clinic. Reading to patients and labeling books for this program was a rewarding way to give back to the community where we live and work. Day of Caring is a one-day, community-wide volunteer event that allows United Way donors an opportunity to see first-hand where their contributions are going and whom their dollars are helping. The program connects volunteer groups from local business and industry with non-profit agencies in need of assistance. The program is an organized way for individuals to make a difference in their community. Nearly 1,000 volunteers from local organizations rolled up their sleeves and completed 97 service projects across northwest Louisiana for the 2009 Day of Caring! See photos. March 1, 2009- Cook Yancey designated Best Law Firm by Shreveport Times For the second consecutive year, the Shreveport Times has selected Cook Yancey for its Reader's Choice Awards in the category of "Best Law Firm." The Times' Readers Choice Awards is based on the popular votes of its readers. Cook, Yancey is proud to receive this designation from the community it serves and is dedicated to giving back to the community through service. Please see our community service webpage to read more. February 25, 2009-Hiring & Firing Essentials February 25, 2009 Hiring & Firing Essentials will be the topic for a seminar presented by Price Barker, an attorney with Cook Yancey. Mr. Barker concentrates his practice in regard to labor & employment matters. The LSUS Small Business Development Center will be hosting this event on March 18. For more information or registration, call 797-5144 or Click here to PDF. February 4, 2009-Simmons joins United Way Board United Way of Northwest Louisiana has elected the 2009 Board of Directors. Candace Simmons, Marketing and Recruiting Director at Cook Yancey will join this board for a three year term. She will serve as President of the Women's Leadership Council, an affinity group of United Way that seeks to inspire women to address and support community challenges. The council's current initiative is the David Raines Health Centers Dental Sealant Program. Simmons is a native of Shreveport who joined Cook Yancey in 2008, bringing with her over a decade of legal marketing experience in the Houston area. February 2, 2009-McInnis earns new certifications Kyle C. McInnis has recently been certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization as both a Tax Specialist and an Estate Planning and Administration Specialist. He is a shareholder with the firm of Cook Yancey, practicing in the areas of corporate transactions, estate planning, and tax law at the federal, state, and local level with a focus on the representation of family and closely-held businesses. Mr. McInnis is one of only 75 attorneys in Louisiana with both certifications. February 1, 2009-Dunlap elected to Board of Directors Robert B. Dunlap has been elected Board Treasurer for Goodwill Industries of North Louisiana, Inc. for 2009. Mr. Dunlap has been with Cook Yancey since 2003. His practice involves oil and gas transactions including title opinions and abstracts and also construction litigation. He has been active with Goodwill as a committee chairman, and with the Tour de Goodwill and Black Tie Bingo events. Goodwill Industries of North Louisiana, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit agency that serves people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. By helping people become independent, Goodwill not only changes lives, but reduces the need for public assistance. January 5, 2009-Cook Yancey Elects New Shareholder The law firm of Cook, Yancey, King and Galloway is pleased to announce the admission of Kyle C. McInnis as a new shareholder of the firm. Mr. McInnis will assume his new position on January 1st, 2009. "The firm's already robust tax and estate planning capabilities have been further strengthened by this decision," said Herschel Richard, the President of Cook Yancey. "We are very pleased to welcome Kyle as a shareholder." Mr. McInnis practices in the areas of corporate transactions, estate planning, and tax law at the federal, state, and local level with a focus on the representation of family and closely-held businesses. Kyle is a Board Certified Tax Law Specialist under the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. He was recognized as one of the 2008 40 under 40 honorees by Shreveport Chamber of Commerce's Young Professionals Initiative. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Norwela Council of the Boy Scouts of America and the Independence Bowl. December 18, 2008-Kyle C. McInnis has been selected as a member of Leadership Louisiana's class of 2009. The nationally recognized program of the Council for a Better Louisiana (CABL) strives to enhance the capacity of emerging or current leaders from across the state to effectively lead within their communities. Leadership Louisiana is designed to empower participants, inspire class members to inspire and motivate others, and enable participants to network and build lasting relationships with other community leaders. Many former participants are nominated to state boards and commissions. With more than 720 alumni, the program is entering its 19th year. December 1, 2008-Ryan C. Williams made the list as a finalist for a 2008 Presidential Management Fellowship The LSU Alumni magazine announced the University's Top Scholars for 2008 in its winter issue, and Ryan Williams made the list as a finalist for a 2008 Presidential Management Fellowship. The Presidential Management Fellows program is a highly competitive program administered by the United States Office of Personnel Management. Selection for the PMF program is based on academic and leadership achievements, career goals, and interest in public service. Finalists were assessed on their superior writing, interpersonal, analytical, and leadership skills. Williams was nominated by the LSU Law Center for this honor. Williams received a Juris Doctor/Bachelor of Civil Law degree at LSU. He was an accomplished editor of the Louisiana Law Review. He joined Cook Yancey as an associate in the Oil & Gas group following graduation. The firm congratulates Ryan on this distinction and honor. November 20, 2008-The North Louisiana Chapter of the Federal Bar Association was formed in July 2008 to improve the quality of practice in federal courts and to create a vehicle for an active dialogue between attorneys and area federal judge. Newly elected officers from Cook Yancey include Brian A. Homza as the president and Jason B. Nichols serving as treasurer. Other members from Cook Yancey include Kristi B. Gustavson, John T. Kalmbach, Brandon A. Politz, and Herschel E. Richard, Jr. On November 20, 2008, the chapter held its inaugural event, a seminar and swearing-in ceremony for area attorneys. Judges Carl E. Stewart, S. Maurice Hicks, Jr., Mark L. Hornsby, and Karen L. Hayes presented detailed information about their respective courts. Immediately following the seminar, a number of attorneys were sworn in to practice before the United States Court of Appeal for the Fifth Circuit, as well as the United States District Courts for the Western, Middle, and Eastern Districts of Louisiana. Following the seminar and swearing-in ceremony, a reception was held to give local attorneys a chance to visit with the federal judges and network with other federal court practitioners in North Louisiana. Cook Yancey was pleased to be one of the sponsors of this event. November 6, 2008-Kyle C. McInnis is honored with 40 under 40 award Kyle C. McInnis was selected by the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce as a member of this year's class of 40 under 40. This recognition is for professional and social contributions to the community by professionals under the age of 40. Winners are chosen based on achievement, experience, innovation, vision, leadership and community involvement. Kyle is a founding member of the Chamber's Young Professional's Initiative, a member of the Norwela Council Executive Board for the Boy Scouts of America, and serves on the Executive Board of the Independence Bowl Foundation. Kyle is a Board Certified Tax Law Specialist, practicing in the areas taxation (federal, state, and local), corporate, partnership, business, estate planning, and succession law, with a emphasis on estate planning, corporate acquisitions and dispositions, and closely-held businesses. Cook Yancey congratulates our colleague on this recognition. October 8, 2008-Six Cook Yancey lawyers named to The Best Lawyers in America ® 2009 The law firm of Cook Yancey King and Galloway is pleased to announce that six attorneys were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America ® 2009. (Copyright 2007 by Woodward/White, Inc., of Aiken, S. C.) Herschel E. Richard, Jr., Samuel W. Caverlee, F. Drake Lee, Jr., Ken Mascagni, J. William Fleming and William C. Kalmbach have been chosen for this distinction. Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best lawyers "the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice." Mr. Richard's practice is concentrated in the areas of business litigation, toxic tort, products liability, and legal and medical malpractice. Mr. Caverlee's practice is concentrated in the areas of medical malpractice, railroad law, federal and state eminent domain, and commercial litigation. Mr. Lee's practice is concentrated in the areas of construction law, commercial litigation, and appellate advocacy. Mr. Mascagni's practice includes law enforcement and municipal litigation, franchise litigation, products liability, and construction litigation. Mr. Fleming's practice is concentrated on oil & gas, energy and real estate matters. Mr. Kalmbach's practice is concentrated in business, estate planning, and taxation. Cook Yancey congratulates its shareholders on this distinction. October 6-Four Cook Yancey attorneys named Louisiana "Super Lawyers" by Super Lawyers.com. Herschel E. Richard, Jr., Samuel W. Caverlee, F. Drake Lee, Jr., and Bernard S. Johnson have been named Louisiana "Super Lawyers" by Super Lawyers.com. According to the publication, only five percent of the state's lawyers were selected as "Super Lawyers" after a rigorous process of peer evaluation and attorney polling. October 1, 2008-Cynthia Anderson gains a board appointment Cynthia Anderson has been appointed to the Institutional Review Board at Louisiana State University Shreveport Health Science Center. The IRB is responsible for reviewing and monitoring biomedical research involving human subjects and ensuring the protection of the rights and welfare of humans participating in research. Ms. Anderson has been with Cook Yancey for 31 years. Her practice is concentrated in Health Care Law, representing physicians, hospitals, and other health care providers. September 16, 2008-Phylliss B. Hennessee will be keynote speaker at LSU symposium LSU Health Science Center will host a Multidisciplinary Symposium, Blazing a Path to Knowledge, on September 25-26, 2008. Phylliss B. Hennessee, attorney at Cook Yancey, will be presenting on Medical Record documentation. She is a registered nurse with experience in critical care, teaching and nursing administration. Her legal practice specializes in medical malpractice cases representing both the plaintiff and the defense. The objective is for participants to increase their knowledge base related to the most current topics in evidence-based practices in healthcare today. This professional development course will be held at DiamondJacks Casino & Resort in Bossier City. For more information or registration, call 318-675-6285. September 11, 2008-Cook Yancey is a Pacesetter in the United Way of Northwest Louisiana The theme was Working together we make a Winning Team. The week of activities paid off in both teambuilding and financial results. The amount raised by the firm was three times that of the prior year. The firm is proud to partner with the United Way effort to impact lives and invest in our community. Candace Simmons and Gaye Garbarino were the campaign coordinators, and Emily Gillespie was the United Way staff representative. (Photo-left to right; Candace, Emily and Gaye) September 5, 2008-Cook Yancey Pink Bracelet Brigade Additional Photos September 2, 2008-Ryan C. Williams joins Cook Yancey The law firm of Cook, Yancey King and Galloway is pleased to announce that Ryan C. Williams has joined the firm as an associate. "We are enthused about Ryan joining us, and working in the Oil and Gas practice group. He will be an asset, at this time of exciting growth," says Bill Fleming, a shareholder at Cook Yancey. Mr. Williams received his B. A. from Louisiana State University in 2005 and his J. D. from Louisiana State University in 2008. He was Senior Editor of the Louisiana Law Review. Cook Yancey is the largest law firm in Northwest Louisiana. In business since 1914, the firm has more than 35 lawyers working together to provide full-service representation across a broad range of client needs. August 15, 2008-20th Annual Minority Job Fair The Louisiana State Bar Association Minority Involvement Section's 20th Annual Diversity Job Fair, was held on Friday, August 15, 2008 at Tulane University Law School. Cook Yancey attorney, Kristi Gustavson and Recruiting Director, Candace Simmons interviewed candidates and attended the lunch and reception hosted by the Louisiana Bar.
August 4, 2008 Cook Yancey has been named a Go-To Law Firm for litigation by CNA Surety Corporation. As a result of this designation, Cook Yancey will appear in In-House Law Departments at the Leading Financial Services Companies, an annual reference guide to be distributed to over 10,000 General Counsel including all the General Counsel at Fortune 1000 companies. August 1, 2008 - Brian Homza and Bernard Johnson to speak at LSU seminar Recent Developments in Legislation & Jurisprudence will be the topic for LSU Law Center's CLE seminar on September 25-26. Bernard S. Johnson, shareholder at Cook Yancey, will be presenting on Arbitration Law. The section on Insurance law will be given by Brian A. Homza, who is also a shareholder at Cook Yancey. This professional development course will be held at the Shreveport Convention Center. June 26, 2008- Lake Hearne joins Cook Yancey
"Mr. Hearne will be a real asset to our Oil & Gas group. His expertise will be of great benefit to the clients we serve" says Herschel E. Richard, President of Cook Yancey. Mr. Hearne received his B. A. from Louisiana State University in 1978, and his J.D. from Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University, 1981, where he was a member of the Louisiana Law Review. He is licensed to practice law in Louisiana, and is admitted to the LA State Bar and the United States District Court for both the Western District of Louisiana and the United States Supreme Court. "The opportunity to associate with a premier firm like Cook Yancey is very exciting, and I look forward to working with its Oil & Gas group, particularly in the current climate of that industry" Hearne said. Cook Yancey is the largest law firm in Northwest Louisiana. In business since 1914, the firm has more than 37 lawyers working together to provide full-service representation across a broad range of client needs. Cook Yancey King and Galloway is located at 333 Texas in the Regions Bank building. For more information call 221-6227 or visit http://www.cookyancey.com/. June 25, 2008- "An Overview of Patents, Trademarks & Copyrights" June 3, 2008- Brian R. Carnie joins Cook Yancey The law firm of Cook, Yancey King and Galloway is pleased to announce that Brian R. Carnie has joined the firm as an associate. Brian brings more than 10 years of litigation experience to the firm. Prior to joining the firm, his experience focused on the full range of labor and employment - related legal and consulting services for clients operating in unionized as well as non-unionized environments. "We are excited about the experience and expertise Brian will bring to the Labor and Employment practice group," says Price Barker, a shareholder at Cook Yancey. Mr. Carnie received his B. S. from Northern Illinois University in 1992 and his J. D. from Case Western Reserve University in 1995. He is licensed to practice law in Louisiana, Texas and Illinois. "Cook, Yancey has one of the most sophisticated labor and employment practices in all of Louisiana and the Ark-La-Tex. I look forward to serving with this group of professionals to further grow the practice and its standout reputation," Carnie said. Cook Yancey is the largest law firm in Northwest Louisiana. In business since 1914, the firm has more than 35 lawyers working together to provide full-service representation across a broad range of client needs. Cook Yancey King and Galloway is located at 333 Texas in the Regions Bank building. For more information call 318-221-6277 or visit http://www.cookyancey.com/. May 26, 2008- Robert B. Dunlap to speak at Shreveport Robert B, Dunlap will be speaking to the South Shreveport Rotary Club on June 20. His presentation will be on matters related to the Haynesville Shale; including basic oil & gas; lease issues, and drilling issues. Robert joined Cook Yancey in 2003, and his practice focuses on oil & gas. May 23, 2008- Cook Yancey Lawyers Actively Involved in Haynesville Shale Leasing Cook Yancey is actively engaged in representing oil and gas exploration companies, producers, landowners, and others in activitites related to the Haynesville Shale play in Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Bienville, Red River, Desoto, Sabine, and Natchitoches Parishes, Louisiana. Cook Yancey's long experience in all phases of the oil and gas industry in North Louisiana gives its local, regional, and national clients a competitive advantage in lease negotiations, the acquisition of mineral rights, and other strategies to take advantage of the opportunities that the current level of Haynesville Shale activity presents. Bill Fleming, chair of the firm's oil and gas section, stated, "We are pleased to bring our experience to what appears to be one of the largest natural gas plays in the continental United States, with significant economic upside to North Louisiana and the Shreveport/Bossier City region." Cook Yancey also provides innovative tax and estate planning strategies for landowners who have recently received or are about to receive large lease bonuses and anticipate significant royalty payments. These dramatic increases in income often cause unexpected federal income, gift, or estate tax consequences. Cook Yancey is committed to designing tax planning strategies to reduce income and death taxes imposed on this new wealth. The Haynesville Shale discovery was announced by Chesapeake Energy Corporation in late March. This large natural gas deposit is being described as one of the richest onshore fields of natural gas ever discovered in the United States. Chesapeake, which reports it has already leased 200,000 acres for development of the Haynesville Shale, estimates that the deposit may hold at least 7.5 trillion cubic feet of natural gas and maybe up to 20 trillion cubic feet. Other oil and gas production companies involved in the Haynesville Shale include Petrohawk Energy Corporation, Encana Oil & Gas (USA), Inc., Questar Exploration and Production Company, Camterra Resources, Inc., Fossil Operating, Inc. Shell Western E&P. Inc, Comstock Oil & Gas, El Paso, and Winchester Production Co. Potentially, the Haynesville Shale could mean millions of dollars for landowners, a boost in natural gas production business in the Northern Louisiana region, and a trickle-down effect for communities, schools and others. The Haynesville Shale's boundaries are still being interpreted, but the most active areas appear to include all of DeSoto Parish, the mid to southern regions of Caddo and Bossier parishes, the southern tip of Webster Parish, the western end of Bienville Parish, most of Red River Parish, the upper parts of Sabine and Natchitoches Parishes and sections of East Texas. "The economic impact will be absolutely monstrous if it's as big as it can be," said Don Briggs, president of the Louisiana Oil and Gas Association. Cook Yancey King and Galloway is located at 333 Texas in the Regions Bank building. For more information call 318-221-6277 or visit www.cookyancey.com. May 22, 2008- Al Hand confirmed Treasurer of the Environmental Council At the annual meeting of the Environmental Section of the Louisiana State Bar Association, Al Hand was confirmed as the Treasurer of the Environmental Council, which is the governing body of the Section. Mr. Hand has been with Cook Yancey for 29 years, and his practice focuses on Environmental, Products Liability and Toxic Tort litigation. May 14, 2008- Cook, Yancey, King and Galloway Hosts CLE On Thursday, June 5, 2008, From 9am-11am a CLE will be held. This upcoming CLE is be held in the Wheless Room in Regions Bank building. Early registration begins at 8:30am. Emily Eichenhorn with CNA will be the speaker, and the topic is Ethics. It is sponsored by Gilsbar/CAN. For more information, or to register contact Lori Cluney, lcluney@gilsbar.com or 985-898-1526 April 30, 2008- Gregg A. Wilkes is elected to the LADC board President Drake Lee is pictured above second from left. Gregg A. Wilkes, shareholder at Cook Yancey, has been chosen to serve on the board of directors of the Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel ("LADC"). F. Drake Lee, Jr. is the President-Elect for this year, and Brian A. Homza is a continuing board member. Lee and Homza are also shareholders at the firm of Cook Yancey. This organization provides a vehicle for a sharing of ideas and an enhancement of the education and training of its members. The LADC also functions as the voice of its members in public service, working with its members and with other organizations to improve the speedy administration of justice in Louisiana courts. In 1998, the LADC was selected as the outstanding defense organization in the United States. The LADC contributes to the public good by working for the adoption of laws which will provide the speedy and inexpensive resolution of civil disputes. The organization's efforts concentrate on legislation (proposing, supporting and opposing bills) and judicial decisions (filing amicus curiae briefs in cases of general statewide importance). The LADC also supports pro bono efforts and has contributed more than $200,000 to the enhancement of legal education in the state's law schools. April 09, 2008- Small Business Lunch & Learn--Legal Structures Choosing a Legal Structure LSUS Business/Education Bldg. 103 $10 includes boxed lunch sponsored by the Louisiana SBDC at LSU in Shreveport Pre-registration required by calling 797-5144 by Tuesday (April 29) Click here to learn more about the Louisiana SBDC Want to know more about sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, S corporations, C corporations and what's right for your business? Attorney Kyle McInnis of Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway in Shreveport will give an overview on the various business legal entities and answer your questions during this informative session. April 4, 2008-Cook Yancey hosts Russian judges Five judges from the Republic of Tatarstan visited Cook Yancey today in order to learn about law firm practices and organization in America. F. Drake Lee, Jr. of Cook Yancey, welcomed the guests and explained the firm's practice areas team organization. Lee and Sam W. Caverlee led the group on a tour of the firm, stopping for questions in the library and Information Technology areas. Andrey Alekseyevich Nikolayev of the Supreme Court of Kazan City asked about offsite storage and computer viruses. During lunch, the visiting judges explained that in Russia, one must serve in the army prior to attending law school, and that Tatarstan has one law school that takes five years to complete. Following lunch, attorney Jason Green gave a brief presentation concerning the firm's mentor program. John T. Kalmbach gave a presentation on natural gas pipeline construction and development law in the United States. Finally, Michael D. Lowe discussed issues pertaining to employment law in America. Russian official Rinat Gallyamutdinovich Gayfutdinov, Chairman of Tukaevsky District Court, presented gifts from his country and a book on the Russian courts to Cook Yancey in appreciation for the learning opportunity and cultural exchange. Each guest was given a gift box of Louisiana food items to take home by the Cook Yancey attorneys. This group is participating in the Open World program, sponsored by the United States Library of Congress. The jurists were accompanied by United States District Judge S. Maurice Hicks and United States Magistrate Mark L. Hornsby. April 3, 2008 - Brian Homza lectures at IAAI; Investigating fire claims without getting burned Brian has also been a lecturer for the Louisiana State Bar Association on First Party Arson Defense Claims, a two time instructor for the Louisiana Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms Chapter on investigation of fire & explosions. April 1, 2008 - Herschel E. Richard to present at LSU Law Center April 1, 2008 - William C. Kalmbach to speak at Elder Law seminar "About 70 million baby boomers are close to hitting their retirement years, a seismic demographic shift that will dramatically alter the way attorneys and courts do business in the coming decades", says The National Law Journal. Elder law involves much more than the estate planning issues traditionally associated with legal representation of the elderly. This seminar will address significant issues involved in an elder law practice in an informative way. This valuable seminar is open to the public. Online registration is at www.lsucle.org. March 28, 2008 Shreveport Times releases Reader's Choice awards announcing CYKG a winner of best local law firm
The Times conducted this survey in over 170 categories, to establish their reader's preference regarding local businesses.Thousands of ballots were submitted, providing a great response to the very first Reader's Choice awards. Cook Yancey has proudly served Shreveport and the Ark-La-Tex for over 93 years, and thanks the readers for this vote of confidence. March 19, 2008 - Kristi Gustavson and Scott Zimmer will speak at the National Business Institute seminar on March 18, 2008 - Phylliss Hennessee joins Cook Yancey "Ms. Hennessee is an excellent fit for us, and our client's will benefit from her depth of experience" says Kenneth Mascagni, shareholder at Cook Yancey. Ms. Hennessee received her B. S. N. from Murray State University in 1972, her M S. N. from Northwestern State University in 1993 and her J. D. from Southern University in 1995. She is licensed to practice law in Louisiana, and is admitted to the LA State Bar and the United States District Court for both the Western and Middle Districts of Louisiana "Based on the excellent reputation of Cook Yancey in the community, I am pleased to be associated with the firm. I look forward to working with the firm to produce the best representation for our clients" Hennessee said. Cook Yancey is the largest law firm in Northwest Louisiana. In business since 1914, the firm has more than 35 lawyers working together to provide full-service representation across a broad range of client needs. Cook Yancey King and Galloway is located at 333 Texas in the Regions Bank building. For more information call 318-221-6277 or visit www.cookyancey.com. March 11, 2008 - Cook Yancey congratulates Gulf South Pipeline Company, LP, on the commencement of services on its East Texas to Mississippi Expansion Project March 8, 2008 - Kristi Gustavson attends Bankruptcy seminar February 22, 2008 - Cook Yancey has announced the addition of Candace R. Simmons as Marketing and Recruiting director for the firm A Shreveport native, Simmons brings with her more than 20 years of marketing experience in Texas, including legal marketing for Jones Walker, and Winstead. Her skills were also strengthened by working for Mobil Oil, Edward Fox, and Foleys. She holds a Master of Arts in Marketing from Louisiana Tech University. Simmons will guide recruiting and marketing efforts, and also be involved with client relations, business development and events. "I am pleased to be associated with Cook Yancey," Simmons said. "They have a long tradition of excellence with ethics. I look forward to strengthening our business exposure and service in the community." February 1, 2008 - Five Cook Yancey lawyers named to The Best Lawyers in America ® 2008 February 1, 2008 - Four Cook Yancey attorneys named Louisiana “Super Lawyers” by Super Lawyers.com. December 14 , 2007 - Cook Yancey teams up with LSU-Shreveport to bring gifts to children for the holidays December 3, 2007 - Cook Yancey Supports Cyberspace Symposium August 3, 2007 - Cook Yancey Launches New Website: Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway, APLC, announces the launch of its newly-designed website. The new website is now accessible at both http://www.cookyancey.com and at www.cookyancey.com. July 31, 2007 - New Board of Directors Elected: The shareholders of Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway, APLC, have elected a new board of directors. Newly elected board members include S. Price Barker, Albert M. Hand, Jr., Bernard S. Johnson, John T. Kalmbach, Robert Kennedy, and F. Drake Lee., Jr. The newly elected board will serve staggered two-year terms. July 24, 2007 - Herschel E. Richard, Jr., Elected Firm President: The shareholders of Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway, APLC, have elected Herschel E. Richard, Jr., as president of the law firm. Mr. Richard has been a member of the firm for over thirty-five years. Mr. Richard is a Fellow in the American Collage of Trial Lawyers, the International Society of Barristers, and the Louisiana Bar Foundation. He is also the past president of the Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel and the Shreveport Bar Association. |
- Cynthia C. Anderson
- S. Price Barker
- William C. Bradford
- James H. Campbell III
- Elizabeth M. Carmody
- Brian R. Carnie
- Samuel W. Caverlee
- Sidney E. Cook Jr.
- Lisa C. Cronin
- Frank M. Dodson
- Robert B. Dunlap
- J. William Fleming
- Jason A. Green
- Kristina B. Gustavson
- Albert M. Hand Jr.
- W. Lake Hearne
- Phylliss B. Hennessee
- Brian A. Homza
- Bernard S. Johnson
- John T. Kalmbach
- William C. Kalmbach
- LeAnn Kay
- Robert Kennedy Jr.
- Megan E. LeBato
- F. Drake Lee Jr.
- Michael D. Lowe
- Kenneth Mascagni
- Matt R. May
- Kevin M. McCrary
- Kyle C. McInnis
- Jason B. Nichols
- John C. Nickelson
- Brandon A. Politz
- Herschel E. Richard Jr.
- James R. Sterritt
- J. Jarrod Thrash
- Gregg A. Wilkes
- Ryan C. Williams
- Stephen R. Yancey II
- Scott L. Zimmer
Recent News
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This holiday season kicked off Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway's third annual "Secret Santa" project. In partnership with the College of Education and Human Development at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, Cook Yancey identified a local school, Midway Elementary Professional Development School, with many children in need this holiday season. Attorneys and staff at Cook Yancey, along with faculty, staff, and students at LSU-Shreveport, provided gifts and holiday cheer for 108 Midway students. Cook Yancey attorney Kristi Gustavson, who led the project along with her father, Dr. Dave Gustavson, Dean of the College of Education and Human Development at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, remarked: "This collaboration was a rewarding and enjoyable experience for all those who participated as ‘Secret Santa's." It was amazing to see all the bikes and wrapped gifts fill the firm's conference room. We hope to expand this effort next year to include other area schools and law firms."
The law firm of Cook Yancey King and Galloway is pleased to announce that LeAnn Kay has joined the firm as an associate. LeAnn brings over five years of legal experience to the firm. Her practice focuses on Appellate Matters, Commercial Litigation, Commercial Motor Carrier Liability Law, Insurance Coverage and Litigation, Personal Injury Defense, and Product Liability.
Cook Yancey is pleased to feature works by local artist Karen Mathison Schmidt in its print and 
Cook Yancey presented a check to the Cyber Innovation Center (CIC) to continue as a Community Partner for the next year. Brian R. Carnie and Candace S. Spinks of Cook Yancey stand with Mayor Lo Walker and G.B. Cazes, Asst. Director of the CIC. Cook Yancey is pleased to support this community effort to coordinate academic, private and public entities focus on our nation's interests in cyberspace.
The law firm of Cook, Yancey King and Galloway is pleased to announce that W. Lake Hearne has joined the firm as Special Counsel. Lake brings more than 27 years of legal experience to the firm. His practice focuses on Oil & Gas, Real Estate, and Creditor's rights.
The Shreveport Times presented a certificate to Cook Yancey for being selected in a recent survey as a best local law firm.
The law firm of Cook, Yancey King and Galloway is pleased to announce that Phylliss Hennessee has joined the firm as Special Counsel. Phylliss brings more than 12 years of litigation experience to the firm. Prior to joining the firm, her practice focused on medical malpractice, nursing negligence, nursing home negligence, and personal injury. She served as a captain in the U. S. Army from 1972 until 1978.
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recent news:
February 4, 2010
Three CYKG Attorneys named to the 2010 edition of Louisiana Super Lawyer
February 3, 2010
Cook Yancey contributes to Haiti earthquake relief effort
January 21, 2010
Outstanding Service Award presented to Cook Yancey
