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William Brutocao, Of Counsel, Sheldon Mak & Anderson to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: IP & Copyright Law Best Practices in 2012 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that William Brutocao, Of Counsel, Sheldon Mak & Anderson will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: IP &... - April 04, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Parker Poe’s Melanie Dubis Presents to North Carolina School Boards Association School Law Academy
Partner with Raleigh Law Firm Stresses Students’ Right to a Sound Basic Education in Address to State Group - April 01, 2012 - Melanie Dubis
Three Attorneys with Coats and Bennett, PLLC, Selected Among 2011 NC Legal Elite
Larry Coats, Anthony Biller and John Owen of Cary-Based Intellectual Property Law Firm Honored in Survey by Business North Carolina - April 01, 2012 - Coats and Bennett PLLC
Willig, Williams & Davidson Honored with Philadelphia VIP Silver Gavel Award for Outstanding Commitment to Pro Bono Work
Philadelphia Labor Union and Employment Law Firm Willig, Williams & Davidson Recognized for the Firm's Outstanding Commitment to Pro Bono Legal Services - April 01, 2012 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Daytona Beach Real Estate Investors Use Special Techniques to Build Rapid Wealth in Current Real Estate Market
Find out how to protect your assets and use a 1031 Exchange or Self Directed IRA to build wealth. - March 31, 2012 - RE/MAX Signature
Henderson Franklin Celebrates 20 Years of Providing Legal Education for Employers
On March 27, 2012, dressed in tuxedos and evening gowns, Henderson Franklin's Employment Law Practice Group celebrated the 20th Anniversary of its annual employment law seminar, HR Law & Solutions, at Sanibel Harbour Resort with record-breaking attendance. Over 300 attendees heard presentations... - March 31, 2012 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Peacock Keller Attorney Donald B. Formoso Elected to Leadership Positions with Bar Association and National Honor Fraternity
Washington County, Pa. Lawyer Elected President of Washington Co. Bar Association Section and Treasurer of National Honor Fraternity Alumni Chapter - March 31, 2012 - Peacock Keller
Arizona's Law Office of Corso & Rhude Relocates Expanding Law Practice to Scottsdale
In Just Its Fourth Year, Valley Law Firm Specializing in Criminal Defense and Family Law Quickly Expanding Across the Valley, Doubling Office Space - March 31, 2012 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center Announces April-May 2012 CLE Addressing Important New Cases and Rules Affecting Discovery and Litigation, Intellectual Property, and More
With new decisions and rules involving litigation and discovery and intellectual property hot topics, decisions in asset protection, estate planning and bankruptcy law, and more, Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following CLE web casts for April and May 2012: E-Discovery:... - March 30, 2012 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Whip-Its - Cheap Thrill or Dangerous Product? Barron Law Corporation
Did you know that you can purchase a box of "Whip its" for less than $15.00 over the counter? Did you know that the use of Whip-its by inhaling the contents is incredibly dangerous and can result in paralysis, asphyxiation and/or death? The Barron Law Corporation wants you to know, and wants your teenage children to know, that Whip its are not a harmless, fun party drug and that the use of Whip its may cause you or a loved one serious and lasting harm. - March 29, 2012 - Barron Law Corporation
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Speaks Law to Education Class at Bishop England High School in Charleston SC
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina spoke to the Law Education class at Bishop England High School In Charleston SC on Thursday March 8th 2012. Attorney Guthrie talked about the legal profession and some of his experiences as a lawyer to the class. Mr. - March 29, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Global Digital Forensics Named “Significant Player” in Leading Digital Forensics Industry Report on the Expanding Field
Data is everywhere, and when the problems needing answers live in the digital world, it’s the digital forensics experts that fight on the front line. - March 28, 2012 - Global Digital Forensics
MaleSurvivor Responds to Reports That in 1998 Sandusky Labelled "Likely Pedophile"
MaleSurvivor Advisory Board Chairman Richard Gartner issues a statement reacting to the news that in 1998 Dr. Alycia Chambers, a psychologist who looked into allegations of abuse made against Jerry Sandusky, found his behavior "fit the profile" of a likely pedophile. - March 28, 2012 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
The Gutsell Law Firm, P.C. Launches New Website
An online bridge to clients and the public. - March 28, 2012 - The Gutsell Law Firm, P.C.
Certified Forensic Loan Auditors Announces State Bar Sponsored MCLE "Mortgage Securitization in Litigation III & Bankruptcy Practice"
CFLA's "Mortgage Securitization in Litigation III & Bankruptcy Practice" seminar will focus on the current mortgage crisis, bankruptcy mortgage litigation, foreclosure sale, preparing for the adversarial hearing, quiet title and the importance of res judicata post bankruptcy. - March 28, 2012 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Mommy Esquire, Committee of the OC Bar Association, Supporting Working Parent Lawyers
Newport Beach estate planning attorney and mom, Darlynn Morgan, along with her colleagues and the OCBA President, has recently spearheaded the formation of Mommy Esquire, a committee of the Orange County Bar Association. Women lawyers nationwide seek to achieve that ever-elusive balance of legal... - March 28, 2012 - Morgan Law Group
eDiscovery Solutions Group (eDSG) Evolves Into Leading eDiscovery and Information Governance Industry Analyst Firm
eDSG establishing itself as an international thought leader and global provider of market intelligence, advisory services and information management consulting to the global 2000. - March 27, 2012 - eDiscovery Solutions Group
2012 eDSG Study on How Cloud Service Providers Support eDiscovery and Information Governance
eDiscovery Solutions Group releases results of 90 day study on how Cloud Service Providers are missing the mark on supporting eDiscovery and Information Governance. - March 27, 2012 - eDiscovery Solutions Group
Illinois State Bar Association’s High School Mock Trial Invitational March 30 – 31 in Springfield
Teams from 45 high schools statewide will participate in the 30th annual competition, winning team will move on to National Mock Trial Championship. - March 25, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
U.S. Labor Department Settles with Executive of Austin, Texas Veterinary Clinic
The U.S. Department of Labor clears Tal Shohamy, The Manager of White Angel Animal Hospital from allegations of misusing 401(k) profit sharing. A settlement, filed in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas-Austin Division, clears Tal Shohamy from most allegations. Mr. Shohamy... - March 23, 2012 - White Angel Animal Hospital
Kentucky Accident Attorney Wins Top Lawyer Award
Louisville, Kentucky personal injury attorney Mike Schafer is named one of Louisville Magazine Top Lawyers. - March 23, 2012 - The Schafer Law Office
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Melissa Brumback is Featured Speaker for Engineer Society PHD Webinar
Melissa Brumback, a seasoned construction law litigation attorney will be the featured speaker for the Professional Engineers of N.C. society webinar "7 Critical Mistakes Designers Make That Could Sabotage Their Projects" on March 29, 2012. - March 23, 2012 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Jackson Walker Congratulates Its 2012 “Best Lawyers in Dallas”
Twelve Jackson Walker partners were selected for inclusion in D Magazine’s “Best Lawyers in Dallas” list. The publication will release in May 2012. - March 23, 2012 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
CuenantLaw.com Offers Free Case Evaluation and Consultation to Resolve Client Queries
CuenantLaw.com offers free case evaluation, consultation and 24-hour assistance to resolve client’s legal issues. - March 22, 2012 - Cuenant Law
LPO – The Way Forward
Draft n Craft is once again coming up with a series of webinars for the legal fraternity across the globe. Even though legal process outsourcing has been functioning effectively for more than a decade now, many of its myths still hinder attorneys from taking the plunge into this ocean of... - March 22, 2012 - Draft n Craft Legal Outsourcing Pvt Ltd
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Plays Judge Role in Law School National Moot Court Competition in Charleston, SC
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina helped judge the CSOL National Moot Court Competition in Charleston, SC on Friday February 3rd, 2012. - March 22, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Personal Injury Attorney Royce W. Smith of Feldman Shepherd Speaks at Dispute Resolution Institute’s 14th Annual Personal Injury Potpourri
Philadelphia Lawyer to Serve as Faculty for Dispute Resolution Institute Personal Injury Seminar - March 22, 2012 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Celebrates Its 85th Anniversary
Law Firm Founded in the Days of Addison Mizner and Charles Lindbergh Continues to Grow and Benefit the Community - March 22, 2012 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
OCA Calls for Thorough Investigation Into the Alleged Shooting Deaths of Teenage Girls
The Office of the Children’s Advocate (OCA) is deeply concerned about the alleged shooting deaths of children by the police. The OCA has taken note of the alleged circumstances under which 16 year old Vanessa Kirkland of Greenwich Town was killed last night, March 20, as well as the death of... - March 21, 2012 - Office of The Children's Advocate
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Robert J. Ramseur, Jr. Named to Legal Elite
Bobby Ramseur, a partner at the law firm of Ragsdale Liggett PLLC in Raleigh has been recognized by his peers as one of the Legal Elite in the state. Less than 3% of the state's lawyers are named and Mr. Ramseur has been recognized for six straight years. - March 21, 2012 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Curtin & Heefner’s Business Lawyer Krista Harper Named Among SmartCEO Magazine’s Legal Elite from Bucks County
Bucks County Business Lawyer Named to SmartCEO Legal Elite List - March 21, 2012 - Curtin & Heefner LLP
Best Attorneys Online, Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Legal Series: Ethics for Attorneys: Hot Topics in 2012 Live Webcast on 06/06/2012
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Best Attorneys Online will be a media partner at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Ethics for Attorneys: Hot... - March 20, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Best Attorneys Online, Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Legal Series: White Collar Crime Enforcement Issues Live Webcast on 4/17/2012
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Best Attorneys Online will be a media partner at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Legal Series: White Collar Crime Enforcement... - March 20, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Best Attorneys Online, Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Legal Series: Patent Litigation in 2012 Live Webcast on 03/22/2012
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Best Attorneys Online will be a media partner at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Patent Litigation in 2012 Live... - March 20, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Willig, Williams & Davidson Attorney Margaret J. Amoroso Appointed to Middletown Township Council
Delaware County Lawyer to Serve on Middletown Township Council, Filling Vacancy in 2nd District - March 17, 2012 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Wendt Goss Attorneys Named as “Best of the Bar”
The Kansas City Business Journal has named attorneys Samuel Wendt and Peter Goss as “Best of the Bar” in 2011. This honor distinguishes them for their exemplary service, work ethic and commitment. - March 16, 2012 - Wendt Goss, P.C.
Tower Legal Solutions Appoints Michael D. McGowan Director of Business Development
Discovery Veteran to Spearhead Tower's Expansion - March 15, 2012 - Tower Legal Solutions
Need IP/TMT Advice in Luxembourg? Wildgen Can Assist
Wildgen, Partners in Law, to launch an Intellectual Property and Technology, Media & Telecommunications (IP/TMT) practice. The Luxembourg full-service, leading law firm Wildgen, Partners in Law now offers their clients IP/TMT services. The department is led by Emmanuelle Ragot, an internationally-recognised expert in the field. - March 15, 2012 - Wildgen, Partners in Law
Jackson Walker Named a “Go-To Law Firm” in Intellectual Property and Litigation for Top 500 Companies
Jackson Walker was recently recognized as a 2012 “Go-To Law Firm” for the Top 500 Companies in the categories of intellectual property and litigation by several Fortune 500 clients. - March 14, 2012 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Ashley Campbell Named to 2012 Super Lawyers Magazine Rising Star List
For the third time, attorney and partner at Ragsdale Liggett PLLC, Ashley Campbell has been named a 2012 rising star by Super Lawyers magazine. She was selected for her business litigation practice. - March 14, 2012 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Jackson Walker Congratulates Its 19 “Rising Stars”
Nineteen Jackson Walker attorneys were selected as 2012 “Rising Stars” by Thomson Reuters. The award is based on a two-part system that determines the top 2.5 percent of the state’s up-and-coming lawyers. Lawyers are surveyed and asked to nominate the best attorneys that they have... - March 14, 2012 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
The California Law Firm, Legal Action Workshop, Announces Unique Attorney-Assisted Method for Divorce
The California Law Firm, Legal Action Workshop, a professional corporation announces unique Attorney-Assisted method for Divorce. The Attorney-Assisted method allows clients to save money on their Divorce while also getting the Attorney advice and oversight that they need to take their Divorce through the California court system. - March 12, 2012 - Legal Action Workshop
Attorney Anthony Biller of Coats & Bennett to Participate in Panel for Campbell Law Annual Symposium
Annual Symposium, Hosted by Campbell Law Review on March 16, to Address Issues of Global Convergence in Intellectual Property - March 11, 2012 - Coats and Bennett PLLC
Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC Makes Its Mark on the 2012 Lists of Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell (“HHMR”) is proud to announce that two of its attorneys have been named among Colorado’s Super Lawyers by Super Lawyers magazine and that two of its lawyers have been recognized as Rising Stars. - March 09, 2012 - Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit Announces New Chicago Attorneys
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit, a Chicago-area law firm, is pleased to announce that Kelly C. Elmore and Wendy P. Durbin have joined the firm’s Chicago office in its Community Association Law practice group as Principal and Associate, respectively. Prior to joining Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit, Ms. Elmore... - March 09, 2012 - Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit
Bridgeway Software’s Getting Legal Done to Utilize KIIAC
KIIAC President and CEO Kingsley Martin announces that Bridgeway’s Getting Legal Done (GLD), will incorporate the patented KIIAC technology into its contract management solution. - March 09, 2012 - KIIAC LLC
Irv Levinson, Of Counsel, K&L Gates LLP, to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Litigation Super Star Strategies & Techniques Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Irv Levinson, Of Counsel, K&L Gates LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Litigation Super Star... - March 08, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Fifteen Moye White Attorneys Named to Colorado Super Lawyers® 2012 List
Fifteen attorneys from Denver law firm, Moye White LLP, were named to the 2012 list of Colorado Super Lawyers. - March 08, 2012 - Moye White
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Attends Kickoff Weekend for Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Charleston, SC
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina helped with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program in its Kickoff Weekend at Citadel Mall in Charleston, SC on Saturday February 4th 2012. The event was held by the Young Lawyers division of The South Carolina Bar... - March 08, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
New Website Provides Wealth of Information on Probate Issues in Georgia; Site Aimed at Boosting Understanding of and Accessibility to Information
The law firm of Andrew, Merritt, Reilly & Smith has launched www.ProbateGeorgia.com, a comprehensive website that provides individuals and family members quick and easy access to basic information, definitions and forms relating to probate matters such as estates and guardianships, including estate planning, probating wills, administrations, guardianships of persons, conservatorships and fiduciary services within Georgia. - March 08, 2012 - Andrew, Merritt, Reilly & Smith