Morgan Bates Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Summer Associate at one of the leading personal injury defense firms in Texas. Significant training in motion practice and had the opportunity to attend depositions and hearings. Experience in discovery analysis. Opportunity to engage in substantial trial strategy on multi-million dollar cases.

Houston, Texas, United States

During my last year at Rice University, I developed a program to assist current student-athletes to seek local ambassadorship opportunities through recent changes to NIL Legislation. Main Street Sport Consulting facilitated seven different ambassadorships in the Rice University community and kickstarted a national ambassadorship program at a top athleticwear company, tasc Performance, based in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Houston, Texas, United States

Through clerking for the Collegiate Sports Practice Group, my research included a focus on legislative changes in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Legislation. I compiled data from State Legislatures to gather elements of Name, Image, and Likeness Legislation to assist in developing anticipated changes to NCAA Legislation, which later passed in the NCAA on July 1, 2021. In order to keep the firm informed on recent changes or important legislative considerations, I briefed hundreds of examples of… Show more Through clerking for the Collegiate Sports Practice Group, my research included a focus on legislative changes in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Legislation. I compiled data from State Legislatures to gather elements of Name, Image, and Likeness Legislation to assist in developing anticipated changes to NCAA Legislation, which later passed in the NCAA on July 1, 2021. In order to keep the firm informed on recent changes or important legislative considerations, I briefed hundreds of examples of judicial precedent on Antitrust Law and NCAA Legislation on the compensation of student-athletes. In the development of new legislation, I delivered effective, precise memorandums on related issues to changes in NCAA Legislation, such as the impact on high school athletes. As the world of college sports is evolving around NIL Legislation, this role offered me a front row seat to one of the biggest legislative changes in industry history. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

Through the Judicial Practicum at Rice University, I clerked in the Chambers of Justice Kevin Jewell in the State Fourteenth Court of Appeals. During my time with the court, I researched relevant case law and statutes to provide clerks with legal overviews of ongoing issues, drafted five memorandum opinions for review and publishing in both criminal and civil law, and developed new strategies for efficient and thorough legal research. Additionally, I attended oral arguments and chambers… Show more Through the Judicial Practicum at Rice University, I clerked in the Chambers of Justice Kevin Jewell in the State Fourteenth Court of Appeals. During my time with the court, I researched relevant case law and statutes to provide clerks with legal overviews of ongoing issues, drafted five memorandum opinions for review and publishing in both criminal and civil law, and developed new strategies for efficient and thorough legal research. Additionally, I attended oral arguments and chambers meetings for insight on current cases. Show less

Although I no longer focus on environmental policy, I worked to manage the government relations for Carbon Sequestration, Inc., a company that aims to reduce carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere using a new form of carbon sequestration, known as sequestration via wood burial as an undergraduate student. Using the connections and resources that I developed during my time on Capitol Hill, I built relationships with stakeholders, such as elected officials and potential investors. Environmental… Show more Although I no longer focus on environmental policy, I worked to manage the government relations for Carbon Sequestration, Inc., a company that aims to reduce carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere using a new form of carbon sequestration, known as sequestration via wood burial as an undergraduate student. Using the connections and resources that I developed during my time on Capitol Hill, I built relationships with stakeholders, such as elected officials and potential investors. Environmental policy, and especially the development of new methodology, requires intensive research. I spearheaded policy research that directly impacts carbon sequestration activity in the United States. Just as with any project that requires government approval, cutting through the red tape can be frustrating and exhausting. However, I was able to efficiently draft incorporation documents and various methodology approval forms to be submitted to different agencies and policy groups. Although this project ultimately died in the methodology approval process, the world of environmental policy and carbon sequestration is constantly evolving. This company is still operating and working with scientists around the world to earn EPA approval. Show less

Houston, Texas

I had the unique opportunity to clerk for the firm as an undergraduate student with a focus in oil & gas law, corporate law, and probate. However, this opportunity allowed me to expand my legal knowledge to serve clientele with various legal work spanning several fields. In the office, I focused on research, legal writing, and client communications. I have expansive knowledge of research strategies for case law, statutes, and appropriate documentation through LexisNexis and Westlaw… Show more I had the unique opportunity to clerk for the firm as an undergraduate student with a focus in oil & gas law, corporate law, and probate. However, this opportunity allowed me to expand my legal knowledge to serve clientele with various legal work spanning several fields. In the office, I focused on research, legal writing, and client communications. I have expansive knowledge of research strategies for case law, statutes, and appropriate documentation through LexisNexis and Westlaw. Additionally, I drafted legal documents for clients, including but not limited to District Order Title Opinions, Warranty Deeds, Mineral & Royalty Deeds, and Lease Agreements, as well as filing those documents with the courts through E-File. Along with these documents, I delivered drafts of court documents, including but not limited to Petitions, Answers, Discovery, and Responses for various levels of legal actions.This experience uniquely qualifies me for opportunities in the legal field. Show less

Capitol Hill

In the office, I drafted countless policy briefs on ongoing legislation to update Congressman Babin on policy activity, including relevant votes, potential sponsorship opportunities, and ideas for media involvement. In the Congressman's office, communication with our constituents of the 36th District of Texas is vital to maintain office integrity. One of my main responsibilities was to assist constituents in navigating federal agencies for casework support. Along with assisting constituents, I… Show more In the office, I drafted countless policy briefs on ongoing legislation to update Congressman Babin on policy activity, including relevant votes, potential sponsorship opportunities, and ideas for media involvement. In the Congressman's office, communication with our constituents of the 36th District of Texas is vital to maintain office integrity. One of my main responsibilities was to assist constituents in navigating federal agencies for casework support. Along with assisting constituents, I assisted in creating legislation strategy with focus on Congressman Babin’s Threat Assessment, Prevention, & Safety (TAPS) Act, which aimed to counter targeted violence in the United States. Although the bill ultimately died in committee, the TAPS Act has significant momentum with multiple bipartisan sponsors. Show less

Education record

Texas Law Review - Notes Editor Board of Advocates - Deputy Chair Competitor on the Interscholastic Mock Trial Team Champion of the Foley.

Social Policy Analysis, Sport Management

President of Rice University Mock Trial