Sharp & Cobos, L.L.P. was founded in 1999 by Michael R. Sharp and Tony Cobos. Prior to 1999, Mr. Sharp has continually practiced health care and administrative law in Austin, Texas since 1973. Prior to joining Mr. Sharp in creating Sharp & Cobos, L.L.P., Mr. Cobos served as General Counsel and Senior Staff Attorney to the Texas Medical Board. Ms. Courtney Newton joined the firm in 2001. Previously, Ms. Newton served as an Assistant Attorney General in the Office of the Attorney General of Texas, including serving as legal counsel to the Board of Nursing. She also served as an Assistant General Counsel to the Texas Medical Board.