Scheef & Stone Partner Michael Smith moderated a fireside chat with U.S. District Judge Michael Truncale of the Sherman Division on September 29, 2026, as part of a meeting and program hosted by the Judge Paul Brown American Inn of Court.
Held at the U.S. District Courthouse in Plano, Texas, the evening brought members of the legal community together for substantive conversation, professional development, and connection.
The program included a fireside discussion between Judge Truncale and Smith, as well as 0.50 hours of continuing legal education credit for attendees.
Scheef & Stone Team Joins the Legal Community in Plano
Scheef & Stone was well represented at the program, with team members attending from across the firm.
Attendees included:
Jessica Chapa, Abbye West, Caroline Hardy, Austin Hatton, Patrick Schurr, Michael Schofield, Jon Strain, Shirley Rose, Kate Valent, Lindie Harper, Andrea Scott, and Michael Smith.
The gathering provided an opportunity for attorneys and members of the legal community to engage with Judge Truncale and one another in the collegial setting fostered by the American Inns of Court.
The American Inns of Court bring judges, attorneys, and other legal professionals together with an emphasis on professionalism, education, mentoring, ethics, and civility within the legal profession.
Scheef & Stone appreciates the Judge Paul Brown American Inn of Court for hosting the evening and thanks Judge Truncale for participating in the fireside conversation.
The firm is pleased to support opportunities that encourage substantive discussion, professional development, and continued connection among members of the North Texas legal community.
