Thompson & Knight Attorney Appointed to UTHealth Development Board

Houston, Texas (November 17, 2011) – The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is proud to announce Alfred (Alfie) M. Meyerson has been appointed to The University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston (“UTHealth”) Development Board. Meyerson will serve a three-year term, which began in September 2011.

Meyerson is a Partner in Thompson & Knight’s Real Estate and Banking Practice Group and serves as the Firm’s Houston Office Leader. He focuses his practice on various aspects of commercial real estate, including the acquisition, disposition, and development of all types of commercial property. He has extensive experience representing borrowers and lenders with mortgage financing, debt restructuring, workouts, and problem loans. Meyerson has been consistently recognized by top legal directories, including Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America®, and Texas Super Lawyers®.

He is involved with a number of professional and civic organizations including the Anti-Defamation League (Chairman of the Southwest Region, 2008), The University of Texas College of Education Advisory Board, Houston Longhorn Club (President, 2001-2002), Texas Exes Houston Chapter (President, 1995-1996), Houston Real Estate Lawyers Council, State Bar of Texas, and the Houston Bar Association. In addition, Meyerson is the former Chair of the Thompson & Knight Real Estate and Banking Practice Group.

About UTHealth

UTHealth is one of six healthcare institutions in The University of Texas System. It was created in 1972 by the State of Texas and is committed to improving the quality of life for all people by integrating education, research, and clinical service to promote health and prevent disease. The UTHealth Development Board consists of community leaders who have committed to advance the mission and vision of UTHealth by increasing public awareness and public support. Membership is composed of individuals recommended and appointed by the President of the institution.

About Thompson & Knight

Established in 1887, Thompson & Knight is a full-service firm providing legal solutions to public and private companies, governments, and individuals in all areas, including commercial and tort litigation, finance, banking, securities, mergers and acquisitions, taxation, intellectual property, corporate governance, creditors rights, real estate, labor, white collar defense, and environmental matters, among others. We are particularly recognized for our depth of experience and capabilities on behalf of clients in the energy industry, both domestically and around the world. Thompson & Knight has approximately 350 attorneys with offices in Texas, New York, and Michigan and international offices and associations in the Americas, North Africa, and Europe.

For additional information:
Becky S. Jackson
Chief Client Services Officer
Thompson & Knight LLP
1722 Routh Street, Suite 1500
Dallas, Texas 75201
214.969.1478

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