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2026–2027 Committee Co-Chairs
Mike Day
Attorney at Law
Ruth Nasrullah
SPJ Greater Houston Pro Chapter
About the Committee
This committee plans and executes the annual Justice & Journalism Seminar (f/k/a Law & the Media Seminar) in partnership with the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) Houston Pro Chapter. The seminar was established in 1986 by HBA President John J. Eikenburg to encourage dialogue between the legal and news professions.
For more information on this committee, contact HBA Marketing and Communications Director Maggie Martin at [email protected] or (346) 471-3428.
Upcoming Events
Past Events
February 28, 2026
Attendees had the opportunity to hear from leading experts in law and media as they discussed the real-world challenges journalists face, recent landmark cases shaping media law, and practical strategies for protecting press freedom.
Resources and Materials
Sponsorship Opportunities
Stay tuned for future sponsorship opportunities to support the committee's programs, events and initiatives.
2026 Law & the Media Seminar Sponsors:
The Publisher
The Editor
The Producer
Arte Público Press
Houston Public Media
Hon. Josefina M. Rendón & Ruben Rendón
Wyly & Cook, PLLC
The Announcer
The Honorable Nicole Perdue, Judge 133rd Civil District Court
