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Jackson Walker played a significant role in a definitive defense victory in the Winter Storm Uri multidistrict litigation (MDL), one of the largest and most complex mass‑tort proceedings ever brought in Texas. On March 27, 2026, the Texas Supreme Court denied all mandamus petitions challenging the First Court of Appeals’ landmark decision, in which Jackson Walker also was instrumental, ordering dismissal of all remaining claims against the hundreds of power generators in the Winter Storm Uri MDL.

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the completed renovation of its Houston office at 5 Houston Center, 1401 McKinney Street. The newly renovated space occupies three floors, the 18^th, 19^th, and 20^th, accommodating more than 200 employees.

By Jenny Roan Forgey and Brad Lowry 

On March 27, 2026, the Office of the Attorney General of Texas issued proposed rules for Senate Bill 17 (“SB 17”), which became effective on September 1, 2025. SB 17 makes it illegal for certain foreign persons and entities to purchase or otherwise acquire an interest in real property in the State of Texas. Importantly, the Act bars any “ownership” or “control” by prohibited persons, which include Chinese citizens that are not “lawful permanent residents of the United States”, and prohibited entities, which include companies that are headquartered in China. The Act itself does not define “ownership” or “control”.