Passions

From Law to Liberation: A Daughter’s Journey to Embrace Her True Passions After 50

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Washington, D.C. — A personal reflection from an attorney and daughter of a Filipino immigrant reveals the often conflicting desires of parental aspirations and personal fulfillment. The author, Maria Leonard Olsen, shares her journey of navigating her mother’s ambitions for her career as a lawyer while grappling with her own unfulfilled dreams. Olsen’s mother arrived in the United States at the young age of 16, striving to offer her daughter opportunities that were not available to her. Initially harboring dreams of becoming a doctor for her daughter, she pivoted to law after discovering that Olsen … Read more

Judge Mark Morefield Announces Resignation, Closes Distinguished Career to Pursue Historical Passions

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Liberty, Texas – Mark Morefield, a longstanding figure in the Texas legal landscape, has decided to retire as the judge of the 75th State District Court effective the end of this week. His resignation closes a significant chapter in his career which commenced on January 4, 2011, after he emerged victorious in the November 2010 election, succeeding the late Rusty Hight. In a recent ceremony at the Liberty County Courthouse, Morefield performed one of his last duties by administering the oath to several newly elected and reelected officials. Despite the significance of his career and … Read more