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The Best Lawyers in America® 2023 Recognizes Woods Aitken Attorneys
Woods Aitken LLP is pleased to announce that 16 attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2023, one of the legal profession’s oldest and most respected peer-review publications. In addition, nine Woods Aitken attorneys were named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, which recognizes attorneys who are earlier in their careers. - August 26, 2022 - Woods Aitken LLP
Kajy Law Firm Opens New Southfield Office, Releases Client-Focused Website
Kajy Law Firm, one of the most highly respected Detroit-area auto accident law firms, is proud to announce two pieces of news: the move of its corporate office to a new location in Southfield to accommodate ongoing growth and the creation of an updated and easy-to-navigate website. - August 25, 2022 - Kajy Law Firm, PLLC
JLG Lawyers Merges with the Law Offices of Traci M. Hinden
JLG Lawyers announced today the acquisition of The Law Offices of Traci M. Hinden. The acquisition of Traci M. Hinden's office will bring another fierce, proven, and award-winning attorney to the JLG Lawyers team. Traci's sixteen years of practicing labor law in California makes her a perfect... - August 24, 2022 - JLG Lawyers
Guy Whitesman Named 2023 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Corporate Law in Fort Myers
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt is pleased to announce that attorney Guy Whitesman has been included in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® as “Lawyer of the Year” for Corporate Law in the Fort Myers area. Receiving this designation reflects the high level of... - August 24, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Amanda Barritt Named 2023 Best Lawyers® "Lawyer of the Year" for Real Estate Law in Fort Myers
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt is pleased to announce that attorney Amanda Barritt has been included in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® as “Lawyer of the Year” for Real Estate Law in the Fort Myers area. Receiving this designation reflects the high level of... - August 24, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
15 Henderson Franklin Attorneys Named to 2023 Best Lawyers in America® List
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt is pleased to announce that 15 attorneys have been included in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers® has become universally regarded as the... - August 24, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
VB Attorneys File Complaint Against Texas A&M University Fraternity for Alleged Hazing Injuries
VB Attorneys, a leading personal injury law firm based in Houston, Texas, has filed a complaint in Harris County, TX, on behalf of Texas A&M University students allegedly injured during rush week hazing. The complaint was filed against the Texas Tau Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity, Inc., and many others. - August 22, 2022 - VB Attorneys
Vetrano Attorneys Named 2022 Top Lawyers by Main Line Today
Main Line Today has recognized three Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman family attorneys as 2022 Top Lawyers: Kathleen B. Vetrano, Sarinia M. Feinman, and Lindsay H. Childs. Main Line Today is a regional magazine for the Main Line suburbs of Philadelphia, covering various topics of local concern. The... - August 22, 2022 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer, Daniel Vaswani, Releases YouTube Video About Speeding Over 100MPH
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), in Hayward, CA with offices in Oakland, San Jose, Manteca, Walnut Creek, and San Francisco. Recently, CEO Daniel Vaswani released a YouTube video discussing the violation of driving over 100 miles per hour. Watch the video here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saFrqaF8y8g). - August 19, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers CEO, Attorney Daniel Vaswani, Releases YouTube Video About Driving Over the 70MPH Speed Limit
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), in Hayward, CA with offices in Oakland, San Jose, Manteca, Walnut Creek, and San Francisco. Recently, CEO Daniel Vaswani released a YouTube video discussing the violation of driving over 70 miles per hour. Watch the video here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC9rwleZguc). - August 19, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer, Daniel Vaswani, Releases YouTube Video About the California Coasting Law
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a YouTube video to discuss the California Coasting Law (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekuatT5t0z4). - August 19, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Orr & Reno Places Thirteen Attorneys Among "The Best Lawyers In America": Three Selected “Lawyer of the Year,” Plus a “One to Watch”
Thirteen attorneys from the Concord, NH law firm of Orr & Reno have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2023 edition of "The Best Lawyers in America." - August 18, 2022 - Orr & Reno
Magnolia Partnership LLC Announces That Northgate Market Has Filed a Lawsuit Against Its Magnolia Flats
Recent legal action filed by family-owned Hispanic supermarket Northgate Market against Magnolia Partnership LLC seeks to prevent development of multifamily workforce housing at a specific location in the City of Riverside despite the City of Riverside’s and State of California’s desperate need for more housing. - August 12, 2022 - The Bascom Group, LLC
Stange Law Firm, PC to Open Family Law Office in Douglas County in Omaha, Nebraska
Stange Law Firm, PC will open a family law office in Douglas County in Omaha, Nebraska on August 15, 2022. Stange Law Firm, PC has 20 other offices in the Midwest. - August 06, 2022 - Stange Law Firm, PC
AVA Law Group Eyes Justice for Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Victims as House Bill Passes
If passed by the Senate, new legislation would allow those injured by contaminated water at Camp Lejeune a chance to have their cases heard in court. - August 03, 2022 - AVA Law Group, Inc.
Smith.ai Announces New Integration with Law Ruler
New legal technology partnership to help law firms deliver superior client service and boost productivity. - August 03, 2022 - Smith.ai
Eric S. Petrosky Celebrated as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Eric S. Petrosky of Ford City, Pennsylvania has been selected as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the legal field. About Eric S. Petrosky Eric S. Petrosky is the chief county detective... - August 03, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
myHRcounsel Partners with AkkenCloud to Provide On-Demand HR Advice and Compliance for Staffing and Recruiting Agencies
Employment, corporate and ERISA legal solutions provider myHRcounsel, announced today its strategic partnership with AkkenCloud, the Front Office, Middle Office, Back Office, and Payroll platform provider that helps staffing and recruiting organizations revolutionize their efficiencies. - August 01, 2022 - myHRcounsel
David Roos Elected to Henderson Franklin’s Executive Committee
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that at its annual meeting, stockholder David Hamilton Roos was elected to the Executive Committee. This is his second tenure as such. Roos joined the firm in 2003 and is based out of Henderson Franklin’s Fort Myers office. - July 31, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Family Law Attorney Katie Kohn Joins Henderson Franklin’s Naples Team
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Katie Kohn has joined the firm as an associate in the Divorce, Marital and Family Law Department. She is based out of the firm’s Naples office. With over a decade of trial experience and her knowledge and... - July 31, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Henderson Franklin Welcomes Ivy Rhinehart as Chief Operating Officer
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Ivy Rhinehart as joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer, overseeing all aspects of the firm’s business, administration, and finance. She is a Certified Management Accountant with over thirty years... - July 31, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Johnson Law Group, LLC, Announces Innovative Tuition Reimbursement Plan
Johnson Law Group, LLC (JLG), a full-service Family Law and Estate Planning firm in Denver, Colorado, today announced a substantial, impactful Tuition Reimbursement Plan (TRP) for all current and future full-time employees. Through JLG’s plan, eligible employees will receive up to $1,500 in... - July 28, 2022 - Johnson Law Group
Schropp and Corso Honored as 2022 Legal Elite by Florida Trend Magazine
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Stockholders Russell Schropp and Michael Corso were named to the 2022 Florida Trend Magazine's Legal Elite.® To compile the list, Florida Trend asks active practicing Florida attorneys to name the attorneys they hold in... - July 28, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Trial Software Limine is Now Transpire
Both the Leading Trial software and the company that brought it to market have officially been rebranded as Transpire. - July 27, 2022 - Transpire
Xu Law Offices P.C. Filed First Securities Class Action Lawsuit Against Direxion Shares ETF Trust's NUGT, JNUG & Other Leveraged ETFs
Xu Law Offices P.C. Announces It Filed First Securities Class Action Lawsuit Against Direxion Shares ETF Trust on Behalf of Investors who Purchased, Invested or Acquired Shares in NUGT, JNUG, or other Direxion leveraged ETFs - July 26, 2022 - XU Law Offices P.C.
The Book, "The Secret to Getting Your K-1 (Fiancé) Visa Approved," is Now Out on All Major Platforms
Written by Walter Shaw, Managing Attorney and Founding Attorney of Shaw 3 Law Firm (S3LF) the book, “The Secret to Getting your K-1 (Fiancé) Visa approved.” Mr. Shaw wrote this book to help more people bring their foreign fiancé into America without the high cost of... - July 21, 2022 - Shaw 3 Law Firm
Conscious Governance TV Provides Free High Performance Governance Videos
This Conscious Governance TV online resource provides free access to all Directors and senior executives who know their Board could be even more effective than it is but are unsure of what steps they can take. Based on interactions with many thousands of Board Directors across the globe, the Producers have created short, succinct video streams that focus on the key practical steps that Directors and senior executives can action to assist themselves and their Board to get to the next level. - July 20, 2022 - Conscious Governance
Trial Attorney Helen Zajic Joins Egan Law as Partner
Egan Law, a Family Law and Trust Litigation law firm based in Santa Barbara County, is pleased to announce the promotion of Helen C. Zajic. to the position of Partner with the firm. Egan Law is one of the largest law firms in the tri-county area dedicated exclusively to Family Law and related... - July 19, 2022 - Egan Law
Applied Behavioral Consultants, LLC and Dr. Joseph J. Plaud Are Now Based in Naples, Florida
Applied Behavioral Consultants, LLC, under the leadership of Dr. Joseph J. Plaud, has now moved its base of operations from Boston, Massachusetts to Naples, Florida. Dr. Plaud is now ready to provide clinical and forensic psychology services to attorneys and their clients in Florida as a licensed psychologist. - July 18, 2022 - Applied Behavioral Consultants, LLC
Allison L. Hertz, Esq., BCS of Kaye Bender Rembaum Named Co-Chair of the Condominium & Planned Development Committee of The FL Bar's RPPTL Section
Allison L. Hertz, of Florida Community Association Law Firm Kaye Bender Rembaum, has been named Co-Chair of the Condominium & Planned Development Committee. This committee is an arm of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law (RPPTL) Section of The Florida Bar. - July 18, 2022 - Kaye Bender Rembaum
FullFunnel Announces Acquisition of Law Firm Business Services Leader Practice Alchemy
FullFunnel is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Practice Alchemy, a leading provider of law firm business services. - July 12, 2022 - FullFunnel
Shaw 3 Law Firm is Now Taking on Clients for CPS Defense Cases
Shaw 3 Law Firm (S3LF) is proud to announce they now represent clients dealing with Child Protective Services (CPS). Walter Shaw, Managing Attorney and Founding attorney of Shaw 3 Law Firm, (S3LF) found there is an immediate need in providing legal representation in the fields of Child Protective... - July 10, 2022 - Shaw 3 Law Firm
Henderson Franklin Welcomes Litigation Attorney Michael-Anthony Pica
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Michael-Anthony Pica has joined the firm as an associate in the Business Litigation Department. He will assist clients involved in business and partnership disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, bankruptcy,... - July 10, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
The Florida Bar Honors Michael Corso as Board Certified Lawyer of the Year
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization & Education has selected Michael Corso to receive the 2022 Justice Harry Lee Anstead Award for The Florida Bar Board Certified Lawyer of the Year. He received this award at... - July 01, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
21 Henderson Franklin Attorneys Recognized as 2022 Florida Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that twenty-one (21) attorneys were selected as 2022 Florida Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars. While only 5% of lawyers in the entire State are named to Florida Super Lawyers®, less than 2.5% are named to the Rising Stars... - July 01, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Henderson Franklin Welcomes Six Interns to Annual Summer Associate Program
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to welcome the six law students who were selected to join this year’s “Summer Associate” internship program. The 2022 Summer Associates are: John “Jack” Flagg and Aaron Ostler from University of Miami School of... - July 01, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Nation’s Kidney Community Deeply Disappointed with Supreme Court Ruling in Marietta Memorial Hospital Employee Benefit Health Plan v. DaVita
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s largest non-profit, non-partisan coalition of more than 30 organizations, comprising patients, dialysis professionals, physicians, nurses, researchers, therapeutic innovators, transplant coordinators, and manufacturers – today, expressed... - June 21, 2022 - Kidney Care Partners
Gail Lamarche Selected to 2023 Legal Marketing Association Conference Committee
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Gail Lamarche, Director of Marketing and Business Development, has been selected to serve on the 2023 Legal Marketing Association (LMA) Annual Conference Advisory Committee (ACAC). With the theme of Amplify!, the 2023... - June 17, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
The Relationship Between ESG and Fraud
From challenges in navigating ESG transition risk to avoiding fraudulent funds, innovation brings us closer to having hope on the horizon. - June 16, 2022 - Fraud Doctor LLC
Michael Corso to be Awarded "Engineer of the Year" by the Florida Engineering Society, Calusa Chapter
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Florida Civil Trial expert attorney Michael Corso has been selected by the Florida Engineering Society (FES) Calusa Chapter as its 2022 “Engineer of the Year.” Corso will receive this honor at the FES Awards &... - June 16, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Attorneys Jeff Wright and Kaylee Tuck Provide Legislative Update at Florida Planning and Zoning Conference
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that attorneys Jeff Wright and Kaylee Tuck presented a Legislative Update at the 69th Florida Planning and Zoning Association State Conference on June 2, 2022, in Captiva, Florida. During their presentation,... - June 10, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Mi Casa Resource Center Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting Inventors
Mi Casa Resource Center (MCRC) announced the 10th anniversary celebration of its ProBoPat (Pro Bono Patent) Program by highlighting a local inventing team that showcases the impact of business support in the community. Taryn and Shai Omran are the ultimate innovation team. Shai always had ideas,... - June 07, 2022 - Mi Casa Resource Center
Monahan Law Firm's New Site Has Launched
Monahan Law Firm PLC are proud to announce that they have just launched their new website. Check out their pages on business, estate planning, and family law today to find out how they can help with any and every legal needs their clients may have. Patrick Monahan is the managing partner of... - June 06, 2022 - Monahan Law Firm PLC
TF Law Has Expanded to a New Location in Columbia
The criminal defense firm, TF Law, is proud to announce that they have expanded from Greenville into the capital of South Carolina. Their new office is located on North Trenholm Road in northeast Columbia. Adam Touma was born and raised in Columbia. He attended and graduated from the University of... - June 05, 2022 - TF Law
Morris Hall PLLC Names New Managing Partner, Andrea L. Claus
Morris Hall PLLC names new managing partner, Andrea L. Claus, who has replaced previous managing partner, James Plitz. - June 01, 2022 - Morris Hall, PLLC
Assalone & Associates, LLC Announces New Managing Partner
Assalone & Associates, LLC today announced the elevation of Victoria S. Lombardi to partner. Her promotions became effective June 1, 2022. - June 01, 2022 - Assalone & Associates LLC
KE Law Group Adds Attorney Grace Kobitter as Law Firm Expansion Continues in Tampa Bay Area
KE Law Group announces the addition of Grace Kobitter, Attorney, to their growing team as the firm expands their footprint across Florida. - June 01, 2022 - Kilinski Van Wyk PLLC
Custom Legal Marketing’s New Studio Wins 2022 Viddy Award for Sommers Schwartz Commercial
Custom Legal Marketing is honored to win a Gold Viddy Award in this year’s competition. - May 31, 2022 - Custom Legal Marketing
Appointment of a New Managing Partner - Global Markets
Eterna International, the immigration and mobility division of Eterna Financial Group and a leading global provider of business immigration solutions, proudly announces the nomination of Nicolas Laurin as their next Managing Partner – Global Markets. Mr. Laurin has over 17 years of... - May 30, 2022 - Eterna International Ltd.
Mayor Anderson Honors Guy Whitesman with a Key to the City of Fort Myers
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that The Florida Bar Tax Section celebrated Guy E. Whitesman as the 2021-2022 Gerald T. Hart Outstanding Tax Attorney of the Year at a reception held Saturday evening, May 21. During the reception, City of Fort Myers Mayor Kevin... - May 29, 2022 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.