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About the Presenter

Mitchell Katine has practiced law in Houston for over 20 years. His practice is concentrated in matters involving real estate litigation, disability and insurance matters, and employment disputes, especially related to HIV/AIDS and gay, lesbian, bisexual & transgender issues. Mitchell was local counsel for John Lawrence and Tyron Garner in the United States Supreme Court case, Lawrence v. Texas, that overturned sodomy laws through the United States. He helped create numerous GLBT organizations in Houston, including the State Bar of Texas Section on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identification Issues. He is also a frequent lecturer and author on topics dealing with HIV, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and gay & lesbian civil rights. Most importantly, Mitchell and his partner, Walter, are the proud parents of two adopted children, Sebrina & Sebastian, who are both 5 years old.