Bell Nunnally Partner R. Heath Cheek is featured in The Dallas Morning News, discussing the growing impact of artificial intelligence on legal disputes, the evolution of the Texas Business Court and highlights from his nearly two decades of practice at Bell Nunnally.

Cheek discusses the increasing use of AI by non-attorneys to draft agreements, demand letters and other legal documents, noting that the technology has lowered the barrier to pursuing disputes that may not have previously reached the demand letter or litigation stage. He also shares how Bell Nunnally uses sophisticated legal AI tools while emphasizing the importance of attorney oversight as the technology continues to evolve.

The article also highlights Cheek’s role on the Texas Business Court Working Group and Bell Nunnally’s historic filing of the first-ever case in the Texas Business Court on Sept. 1, 2024. Cheek discusses potential opportunities to further expand the court’s jurisdiction and its role in Texas’ continued efforts to attract businesses to the state.

Cheek also reflects on his career, including significant litigation victories, his passion for mentoring attorneys and his longstanding involvement with the State Fair of Texas, where he serves on the board of directors and helps oversee livestock-related activities.

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