Texas Bar Legal 4.5.11

Review: Official App of the State Bar of Texas' Computer & Technology Section

The official app of the State Bar of Texas' Computer & Technology Section provides convenient access to over 60 Texas statutes, current through the 87th Legislative Session (2021). Each statute/code is downloadable to any tablet or smartphone and searchable by keyword. The app also offers hyperlinks to reference other code sections and deep-links to caselaw annotations through web connection. Recent enhancements include features like "Open In" and PDF export, allowing users to save searched codes on platforms such as Box and Dropbox.

The new interface boasts a clean, translucent, and intuitive design with upgraded functionalities tailored for ease of use.

This exclusive app is designed for Section members, with new members needing to allow up to 72 hours for access to be granted. For membership information to access the app, please visit https://sbot.org/app/.

The comprehensive content of the app includes numerous Texas and federal codes, rules, and statutes covering various legal areas such as administrative codes, bankruptcy code, civil practice, and more. Users can efficiently search through these resources using keywords.

Key features of the app allow users to bookmark, email specific code sections, and access free Google Scholar case law in designated areas by selecting the "annotation" button.

Regular updates ensure that statutes remain current, with plans for adding new statutes in forthcoming updates.

For technical support and feedback, users can contact the Computer & Technology Section of the State Bar of Texas at council@sbot.org.