A federal judge has transferred multiple disputes regarding the Texas law firm Jackson Walker LLP from bankruptcy court to a federal district court. The litigation, initiated by the U.S. Trustee's Office, seeks to recover up to $23 million in fees and expenses awarded to Jackson Walker. This action follows revelations of a romantic relationship between a former partner of the firm and David R. Jones, a former Houston bankruptcy judge. The shift aims to address the potential conflicts arising from the judge's previous association with the firm. The case has garnered attention due to its implications for legal ethics and financial accountability in bankruptcy proceedings.