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Chicago Real Estate Attorney Ranj Mohip Honored by SuperLawyers.com
Attorney Ranj Mohip was named a 2012 Rising Star by SuperLawyers.com, an honor given to just 2.5% of Illinois attorneys. - January 13, 2012 - Law Office of Ranj Mohip, LLC
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Set to Make Two Estate Planning Presentations at Libraries
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina is scheduled to teach two classes on the subject of estate planning at local libraries this week. The first class on estate planning is scheduled for Tuesday January 17th at 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Mt. Pleasant Regional... - January 13, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Jay Strimel Joins Jackson Walker
Jackson Walker is pleased to welcome new partner Jay Strimel to the firm. - January 13, 2012 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
Leading Stuart and Port Saint Lucie, Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer Lance P. Richard Now Offering Family Law Representation
Stuart and Port Saint Lucie, Florida based criminal defense lawyer Lance P. Richard is now offering those across the State of Florida involved in family disputes the opportunity to achieve affordable legal representation in order to resolve family law cases in their favor. The Stuart and Port Saint... - January 13, 2012 - Lance P. Richard, PA
Constantine (Dean) W. Papas Launches Own Legal Practice
Constantine (Dean) W. Papas launched his own law practice on November 4, 2011, focusing on employer/employee disputes and business litigation. Mr. Papas has had a twenty year career with law firms in New York and Tampa and decided to start his own practice to better serve his clients. He believes... - January 12, 2012 - Law Office of Constantine W. Papas, P.A.
Thompson & Knight Expands Intellectual Property Practice
The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce the addition of Partner Sarah M. Paxson and Associates Anthony Miller and Justin Welch to the Intellectual Property Practice Group in Dallas. “We are excited to welcome three talented and skilled lawyers to our... - January 12, 2012 - Thompson & Knight
Thompson & Knight Partner Publishes Article on New Regulations Under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
In his article, “ADAAA Regulations” Thompson & Knight Partner Bryan P. Neal discusses the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (“EEOC”) issuance of regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (“ADAAA”). Neal’s article was published on December 19, 2011, in Texas Lawyer. - January 12, 2012 - Thompson & Knight
Ragsdale Liggett Has Named Ashley Campbell Partner in the Law Firm
Ragsdale Liggett PLLC announces that Ashley Huffstetler Campbell has been named a partner in the firm. The attorneys at Ragsdale Liggett are experienced in working on sophisticated legal matters that typically require the attention of large law firms, yet bring their expertise to bear in a... - January 12, 2012 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Hattons Now Provides Family Law Advice
Progressive law firm Hattons Solicitors have announced that they have now expanded their services to include family law. - January 12, 2012 - Hattons Solicitors
John Foy and Associates to Launch and Take Part in Don't Drink and Drive Initiative for Safer Roads in 2012
Atlanta’s venerable law firm John Foy and Associates, a long leader in fighting for justice for citizens of Georgia, had declared 2012 to be the year of Safer Roads with its new company wide initiative against drunk driving. The Law Offices of Foy and Associates handle many cases and... - January 11, 2012 - John Foy & Associates
David G. Mallen, Deputy Director, National Advertising Division, The Better Business Bureau to Speak at KC’s Understanding the Legal Issues in Social Networking Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that David G. Mallen, Deputy Director, National Advertising Division, The Better Business Bureau will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - January 11, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
The Law Office of Larry P. Karandreas, PLLC Selects Fasturtle to Build Website
The Law Office of Larry P. Karandreas, PLLC, serves individuals struggling with all forms of debt. Bankruptcy attorney, Larry Karandreas, has been serving Arizonans for over 23 years. To expand his firm and develop an online presence Larry Karandreas selected Scottsdale based website design firm, Fasturtle to create a website for his law firm and provide ongoing digital marketing services. - January 11, 2012 - Fasturtle Technologies
Orlando Law Firm Receives State Certification
The Health Law Firm has been certified by the State of Florida as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business. - January 11, 2012 - The Health Law Firm
Lisa Douglas Voted Best Attorney for Third Consecutive Year
Lisa Douglas, RN/Attorney is recognized as best attorney for the third consecutive year in the Stephens Media poll. - January 10, 2012 - Law Offices of Lisa Douglas
Mark F. Weiss, Nationally Known Healthcare Expert to Deliver Complimentary Webinar on Protecting Hospital-Based Physician Practices
Mark F. Weiss of Advisory Law Group is delivering a complimentary webinar on the Practice Protector Process on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 4 p.m. Pacific time. - January 09, 2012 - Advisory Law Group, a Prof. Corp.
Illinois State Bar Association Regional Event for General Practitioners February 9
General practice attorneys with all levels of practice experience will gain knowledge in a number of general practice areas - January 08, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
Harden Jackson Law Founding Partner Michele Jackson Adopts from Africa
Attorney and Owner of Adoption Agency adopts her own children from Africa. - January 08, 2012 - Harden Jackson LLC
Anthony Biller of Coats and Bennett, PLLC, Serves as Professor at Campbell Law School
Attorney with Cary, N.C.-Based Intellectual Property Law Firm Teaches First Semester of IPR Litigation at Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University - January 07, 2012 - Coats and Bennett PLLC
California Law Firm Announces Purchase Ability for Divorce and Family Law Matters on the Website
Los Angeles based Law Firm Legal Action Workshop, a Professional Corporation announces purchase ability for Divorce and Family Law matters right on the website. It is highly unusual for a law firm to offer purchasable legal services online, in fact Legal Action Workshop is the only known law firm in California to offer pricing and purchase ability online. - January 07, 2012 - Legal Action Workshop
DMG Productions to Feature Excelerate on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Forging an International Defense Community - January 06, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
Jura Christine Zibas, Partner, Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman and Dicker LLP to Speak at KC’s Significant Changes in Advertising Law 2012 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Jura Christine Zibas, Partner, Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman and Dicker LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Significant... - January 06, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Best Lawyers to Self-Publish Local Lawyers Publications in Over 30 Major Metropolitan Areas Across the United States
Best Lawyers, LLC, publisher of the oldest and most highly-respected peer review guide to the legal profession worldwide announced that it will self-publish its local listings in stand-alone magazines in over 30 different cities nationwide. These stand-alone publications will appear in some of the... - January 05, 2012 - Best Lawyers, LLC
Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff Recognized Among “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News - Best Lawyers®
The Southfield-based law firm was listed for this honor as a Tier 1 firm in the Detroit metropolitan rankings in three practice areas: appellate practice, legal malpractice law – defendants, and professional malpractice law – defendants. - January 05, 2012 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Wick Phillips Expands Transactional Practice Group
Firm Handles More Than $250 Million in Transactions During 2011 - January 04, 2012 - Wick Phillips Gould & Martin, LLP
Rod D. Margo Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who Publication
Rod D. Margo, of Los Angeles, California, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Aviation Law. About Rod D. Margo Rod D. Margo, is currently with Condon & Forsyth, LLP, and specializes in Aviation Law,... - January 04, 2012 - Global Directory of Who's Who
Wyatt R. Haskell Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who Publication
Wyatt R. Haskell, of Birmingham, Alabama, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Public Finance, Economic Development and Governmental Law. About Wyatt R. Haskell Wyatt Haskell, a founding member of the... - January 03, 2012 - Global Directory of Who's Who
Save $200 on Early Registration "Mortgage Securitization & Quiet Title Workshop" CLE Jan 7, Las Vegas
Their Mortgage Securitization classes provide cutting edge, highly innovative, and comprehensive instruction designed to help industry professionals obtain highly specialized skill sets, sought after trade secrets, and industry credentials. - January 02, 2012 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Agren Blando and Western Deposition Team Up to Offer Extended Court Reporting and Transcription Services
Agren Blando Court Reporting & Video is proud to announce that as of January 1, 2012, they're partnering with Western Deposition & Transcription to offer extended legal video, transcription and court reporting services across Colorado, Nationally and Internationally. - January 01, 2012 - Agren Blando Court Reporting and Video
Robert C. Baker Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Robert C. Baker, of Los Angeles, California, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. About Robert C. Baker Robert C. Baker is a Senior Partner in the law firm of Baker Keener & Nahra, LLP... - January 01, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Melissa Steinman, Partner, Venable LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding the Legal Issues in Social Networking Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Melissa Steinman, Partner, Venable LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the Legal Issues in Social... - December 31, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Prime Legal Plans Takes the Next Step in Battling Against Foreclosure Fraud with Their Comprehensive Discovery Package
With countless continuing reports in the news about illegal foreclosures and mortgage fraud, Prime Legal Plans, a legal management firm, is uncovering credible evidence with their comprehensive discovery package. The Prime Legal Plans Comprehensive Discovery Package provides all the research... - December 31, 2011 - Prime Legal Plans
Gerald M. Finkel Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who Publication
Gerald M. Finkel, of Charleston, South Carolina, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Insurance Law and Torts, and Trial of Vacancy. About Gerald M. Finkel Gerald M. Finkel, has received his J.D., from the... - December 31, 2011 - Global Directory of Who's Who
Fort Myers Attorney John Lewis Achieves 20 Years of Florida Bar Certification
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney John Lewis received his fifth certification by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education in civil trial law. Board certification is granted for only a five year period, after which... - December 30, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Thompson & Knight Attorney Honored as "Outstanding Lawyer Under 40" by Cardozo Society
The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to congratulate Justin S. Cohen on being honored as an "Outstanding Lawyer Under 40" for 2012 by the Cardozo Society of the Jewish Federation’s Attorneys Division. The selection process was based on recommendations from top... - December 30, 2011 - Thompson & Knight
Henderson Franklin Named as 2012 Top Ranked Law Firm by Fortune Magazine
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., has recently been selected as a “2012 Top Ranked Law Firm” by LexisNexis, Fortune Magazine and ALM Media Properties. The "Top Ranked Law Firm" special report appears in Fortune's December 26 "Investor's... - December 30, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Former Inmate Turns Entrepreneur. Jason Breedlove Founded Breedlove Publishing LLC and Just Released His Third Book, a Collection of Fictional Short Stories.
New Android Market calendar app and book of short stories. - December 29, 2011 - Breedlove Publishing LLC
McGrath & Spielberger PLLC Educates Legal Community About Establishing and Maintaining a Virtual Law Practice
Attorney Jason A McGrath featured speaker at Mecklenburg County, NC Bar Presentation. - December 29, 2011 - McGrath & Spielberger, PLLC
Andy Hollander, Of Counsel, K&L Gates LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding the Legal Issues in Social Networking LIVE Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Andy Hollander, Of Counsel, K&L Gates LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the Legal Issues in Social... - December 29, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
K&L Gates LLP Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “Understanding the Legal Issues in Social Networking LIVE Webcast” on 2/8/12
K&L Gates LLP, one of the leading law firms in the country, teams up with The Knowledge Group for the upcoming webcast entitled “Understanding the Legal Issues in Social Networking.” This two-hour event will be held on February 8, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. For more... - December 29, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
With New “Joint Electronic Discovery Submission” Pilot Program Now in Effect in SDNY, Global Digital Forensics Keeps Clients Prepared
With Electronic Discovery (eDiscovery) costs continuing to spiral out of control in complex litigations, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York’s (SDNY’s) 31-member Judicial Improvements Committee, in a joint bench and bar effort, is the latest to tackle the still... - December 28, 2011 - Global Digital Forensics
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center Announces January 2012 CLE Addressing Important Developments in Ethics, Litigation and Discovery, Intellectual Property and More
With ongoing developments in Ethics, Litigation and Discovery, Intellectual Property, and more, Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following CLE web casts for January 2012: How Following the Rules of Professional Responsibility Can Lessen the Burden and Cost of E-Discovery... - December 28, 2011 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Thomas McVey, Esq., Chair, International Practice Group, Williams Mullen to Speak at KC’s ITAR for Government Contractors Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Thomas McVey, Esq., Chair, International Practice Group, Williams Mullen will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “ITAR for... - December 27, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Bloch & Chapleau Providing Skier Safety and Prevention of Colorado Ski Injury Tips on KZZYR 97.7 The Zephyr
Bloch and Chapleau provides tips on skier safety and prevention of Colorado ski accidents on Vail, CO radio station KZZYR 97.7 The Zephyr. - December 24, 2011 - Bloch & Chapleau
Peter Lawless Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Peter Lawless, of Victoria, British Columbia, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. About Peter Lawless Peter Lawless is a Partner in the law firm of Johns, Southward, Glazier, Walton,... - December 24, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Governor Jennifer Granholm Receives Canadian American Bar Association Award
The Canadian American Bar Association (CABA) announces that Governor Jennifer Granholm (Michigan 2003-2011) is the recipient of the 2011 John D. Lawson Award which recognizes attorneys who have made an outstanding contribution to the law or legal scholarship. Governor Granholm was born in British... - December 24, 2011 - Canadian American Bar Association
Baltimore Personal Injury Attorneys Information Now Available at Baltimore-Personal-Injury-Attorneys.com
Baltimore personal injury attorneys announced today the launch of a new website, Baltimore-Personal-Injury-Attorneys.com, a new one-stop-shop for reviews, ratings, contact information, and searches of Baltimore personal injury lawyers. - December 23, 2011 - Baltimore Personal Injury Attorneys
Ross D. Taylor Joins Krieg DeVault’s Commercial and Real Estate Lending Practice
Krieg DeVault is proud to announce that Ross D. Taylor has joined the firm as Of Counsel. He will be a primary member of the firm’s Commercial and Real Estate Lending Practice with involvement in business matters with the firm’s Financial Institutions, Business, and Alternative Energy... - December 23, 2011 - Krieg DeVault
Charles F. MacKelvie Joins Krieg DeVault’s Health Care Practice; Will Grow Health Care Practice from the Firm’s Chicago Office
Krieg DeVault is pleased to announce that Charles F. MacKelvie has joined Krieg DeVault as Partner. He will be a member of the firm's growing Health Care practice and will service clients from the firm’s Chicago office. Mr. MacKelvie has more than 37 years of experience as a healthcare and business attorney. - December 23, 2011 - Krieg DeVault
Jonathan D. Neerman Joins Jackson Walker
Jackson Walker is pleased to welcome new partner Jonathan D. Neerman to the firm. Mr. Neerman joins the Litigation group in the Dallas office. - December 23, 2011 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
The DiLeone Law Group, P.C. Releases Podcast on Employee Terminations
Managing Partner Ralph J. DiLeone Discusses the Necessary Steps for Legal Protection. - December 23, 2011 - The DiLeone Law Group, P.C.