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Keller ISD trustees face heated public opposition over continued use of Jackson Walker and Tim Davis as litigation counsel
Summary
Trustees debated retaining Jackson Walker LLP and counsel Tim Davis for ongoing litigation during a session marked by extensive public comment demanding invoice transparency and questioning prior hiring procedures. The board recorded a split vote; no clear approval was recorded in the meeting minutes.
Trustees at a Sept. 24 Keller ISD board meeting considered a motion to approve Jackson Walker LLP and attorney Tim Davis to represent defendants in a pending removal petition and related matters. The question drew lengthy public comment alleging undisclosed invoices and poor legal advice and produced an inconclusive board vote.
Supporters and opponents alike urged clarity and transparency. Multiple members of the public asked for unredacted invoices and said the district has spent substantial sums on legal fees. One speaker said, “I strongly oppose the approval of legal counsel for Tim Davis and Jackson Walker in the case referenced on the agenda item 10 h,” while…
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