SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1039
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize G. Edward Pickle, who is retiring after nearly 25 years
of outstanding service with Shell Oil Company; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of the Georgetown University Law
Center, Mr. Pickle is Shell Oil Company's senior government
affairs counsel, in which capacity he has had nationwide
responsibility for managing and promoting civil justice reform
activities affecting the company; he previously served as
associate general counsel for litigation; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Mr. Pickle has been known
for his superior litigation skills and analytical expertise; as a
law clerk with the United States Department of Justice and the
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, during his service with the Judge
Advocate General's Corps of the United States Navy, and in
private practice, he has been dedicated and steadfast in carrying
out his duties; and
WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, Mr. Pickle has handled
his many responsibilities with exceptional efficiency and
commitment; he is also active in civic affairs, working with the
Boy Scouts of America and serving in his church and on numerous
boards and committees, including the executive committee of the
Republican Party of Harris County; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary attorney, Mr. Pickle is respected
and admired by his colleagues, and his presence at Shell Oil
Company will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend G. Edward Pickle on his outstanding
legal career and extend to him best wishes for continued success
in his future endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Williams
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 27, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate