In a controversial development, Jeff Leach, a prominent attorney from Gray Reed and a member of the Texas House, has admitted to attempting to improperly influence an appellate judge. This admission follows Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s decision to bring the matter to the attention of the state’s Supreme Court. The accusation of “ex parte communication” via text messages was first flagged by Sian Schilhab, General Counsel for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. On October 25, Schilhab issued a formal notification to both Roberson’s defense team and the district attorney.
The incident raises significant ethical and legal concerns about the separation of powers and the integrity of judicial proceedings. For more detailed information, [read more on the topic](https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2024/10/29/paxton-calls-for-resignation-of-gray-reed-lawyer-politician-for-improperly-influencing-judge/), as it continues to unfold within the legal community.