The News and Insights section highlights the latest updates from Crain Caton & James, including attorney achievements, firm milestones, case successes, and community involvement. Stay informed about how our team is making an impact—both in the legal field and beyond.
Aug 24 2026
Environmental Alerts
Federal Court Rejects California’s Attempt to Shut Down Oil Pipeline
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that a federal district court in California “affirmed...
Aug 21 2026
Firm News
Three Crain Caton & James Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America 2027
HOUSTON, TEXAS, August 20, 2026 Crain Caton & James, a Houston law firm, announced today...
Aug 20 2026
Firm News
20 Crain Caton & James Attorneys Selected for The Best Lawyers in America 2027
HOUSTON, TEXAS, August 20, 2026 Crain Caton & James, a Houston law firm, announced today...
Aug 12 2026
Firm News
Seven Crain Caton & James Attorneys Named to 2026 Texas Rising Stars
HOUSTON, TEXAS, August 13, 2026 Crain Caton & James, a Houston law firm, announced today...
Aug 11 2026
Firm News
13 Crain Caton & James Attorneys Named to 2026 Texas Super Lawyers
HOUSTON, TEXAS, August 11, 2026 Crain Caton & James, a Houston law firm, announced today...
Aug 11 2026
Firm News
Crain Caton & James Welcomes Miriam Sweetin as Of Counsel in Banking & Financial Institutions Practice
Veteran bank litigator brings more than 14 years of experience representing financial institutions in court...
Aug 10 2026
Environmental Alerts
Firm News
SCOTX to Consider Force Majeure Questions at Fifth Circuit’s Request
On August 7, 2026, the Supreme Court of Texas (SCOTX) accepted two certified questions from...
Aug 10 2026
Banking COI
Case of Interest where Fifth Circuit Confirmed Situations Can Exist where a Bank Owes No Duty to Protect Customers from Third-Party Scams
In January 2023, Venky Venkatraman was persuaded by scammers to deposit money orders and cashier’s...