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William Thomas Honored by North Carolina “Super Lawyers” Magazine for 2012
Durham attorney William J. (Bill) Thomas II is honored by North Carolina Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top attorneys in North Carolina for 2012. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers. “I don’t think attorneys think about earning honors when... - January 24, 2012 - Thomas, Ferguson and Mullins, L.L.P.
Certified Forensic Loan Auditors Presents "Quiet Title Workshop Bar Approved CLE" - Atlanta, GA with Regis P Sauger, 02/11/12
This course will provide a synopsis of when, where and why the mortgage industry is in turmoil. The class was written to enable attorneys to put their client’s needs on offense with sufficient proof of the bifurcation of the mortgage/deed of trust and the note. It is noted that when a competent attorney represents a client in a quiet title action, that he/she is armed with admissible evidence in the form of a securitized audit. - January 22, 2012 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Patricia Giordano of Feldman Shepherd Participates in Rutgers Law School Camden Small & Mid-Size Law Firm Panel
Philadelphia Personal Injury Lawyer Speaks to Rutgers Law Camden Students about Working for a Mid-Size Law Firm - January 22, 2012 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
Legal Action Workshop, California Law Firm Offers Limited Scope Representation
California Law Firm, Legal Action Workshop, a Professional Corporation announces another win for Limited Scope Representation. Legal Action Workshop, PC offers Limited Scope Representation for clients involved in hearings or trials in Southern California courts. Limited Scope Representation allows clients to save money on their legal matters while still getting the benefit of experienced attorneys who fight vigorously in court for them. - January 22, 2012 - Legal Action Workshop
Neeley Law Firm Files Its 1,000th Bankruptcy Case in Arizona
The Neeley Law Firm has grown to one of the top service-oriented consumer bankruptcy and debt protection law firms in Arizona and files it's 1,000th bankruptcy case on January 19, 2012. - January 21, 2012 - Neeley Law Firm, PLC
Merino Bail Bonds Launches Online Bail Bonding for Harris County
Merino Bail Bonds is a leader in the Harris County Bail Bonding Industry with the launch of their new innovative website http://www.harriscountybail.com customers can now search for outstanding warrants and jail inmates as well as complete the bail bond forms and payments online. - January 21, 2012 - Merino Bail Bonds
GOAL to Host an Web Conference on "Why Did I Outsource and Why That Was a Great Decision?" on 27 January 2012
This web conference will be a platform where industry buyers of IP/LPO services will discuss the live experiences of outsourcing/offshoring. - January 21, 2012 - Global Outsourcing Association of Lawyers
Gregory S. Hach Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Gregory S. Hach, of New York, New York, has recently been recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. About Gregory S. Hach Gregory S. Hach is the Founding Partner of Hach & Rose, LLP. Mr. Hach is well-known for... - January 21, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Montlick & Associates, Georgia Accident Attorneys, Named Most Patriotic Business of 2011 by the Association of the United States Army
The Association of the United States Army has recognized Montlick & Associates as the recipient of its 2011 "Most Patriotic Business Award" in recognition of the firm's extensive ongoing efforts to support our troops. - January 20, 2012 - Montlick & Associates, Attorneys at Law
Thompson & Knight Partner Appointed to Texas Supreme Court Advisory Committee
The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is proud to announce Scott P. Stolley has been appointed to the Texas Supreme Court Advisory Committee. Stolley will serve a three-year term, which began in January 2012. Stolley is a Partner in Thompson & Knight’s Appellate and Supreme... - January 20, 2012 - Thompson & Knight
Bucks County Family Law Firm Williams & Hand Selected as U.S. News & World Report – Best Lawyers 2012 “Best Law Firm”
U.S. News & World Report – Best Lawyers Names Pennsylvania Family Law Firm Williams & Hand to Top Tier of Philadelphia-Area Family Law Firms - January 20, 2012 - Williams & Hand Law
IBFD Research Fellow Sandra Fernandes Wins ATTA 2012 Prize for Best Paper Presented by a Postgraduate Student
On 17 January 2012, IBFD research fellow Sandra Martinho Fernandes, won ATTA (Australasian Tax Teachers Association Conference) 2012 prize for Best paper presented by a postgraduate student. A possible solution to a rising issue of double taxation related to capital attribution in international... - January 20, 2012 - IBFD
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Presents at Dorchester 2 Higher Learning Academy
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina spoke at the first installment of the Dorchester 2 Higher Learning Academy at Ashley Ridge High School on January 14th 2012. - January 20, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Willig, Williams & Davidson Attorney John Zurzola Elected to Chair of East Norriton Township Board of Supervisors and Appointed Solicitor to Montgomery County Treasurer
Willig, Williams & Davidson Family Law Attorney Serves Montgomery County, Pennsylvania - January 20, 2012 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Attorney John Bowen Walker Joins Ragsdale Liggett Law Firm
Ragsdale Liggett announces that Bo Walker has joined the Raleigh law firm's litigation group. - January 19, 2012 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Meyer Law P.C. - Year in Review
Meyer Law P.C. is a full service bankruptcy law firm with 6 offices in Arizona. Looking back over 2011, Meyer Law P.C. experienced an increase in overall clients without a decrease in client satisfaction. Meyer Law P.C. continues to be a great resource for those seeking debt relief due to tough economic times. - January 19, 2012 - Meyer Law P.C.
Orlando Health Attorney to Speak at Central Florida Nurses Seminar
Joanne Kenna, an attorney with The Health Law Firm who is also a registered nurse, will speak at the Central Florida Chapter Infusion Nursing Society Annual Seminar about protecting a nursing license. - January 18, 2012 - The Health Law Firm
Mullin Law Names New Shareholder Stephanie Russ
Mullin Law, P.C., a premier commercial law practice with an emphasis on franchise law, announced that Stephanie Russ has been named a shareholder in the firm, effective January 1, 2012. By the time she began her legal career, Stephanie had more than a decade of franchising and restaurant... - January 15, 2012 - Mullin Law, P.C.
Philadelphia Personal Injury Law Firm Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP Selected as a U.S. News – Best Lawyers 2011 - 2012 “Best Law Firm”
Philadelphia Personal Injury Law Firm Feldman Shepherd Achieves Philadelphia Tier 1 Ranking in Medical Malpractice Law and Personal Injury Litigation - January 15, 2012 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
Bucks County Law Firm Curtin & Heefner LLP Adds Three Associates to Attorney Roster
Attorneys Caitlin Gray, Maria K. McGinty-Ferris and Lauren M. Williams Join Curtin & Heefner - January 15, 2012 - Curtin & Heefner LLP
Jackson Walker Named to BTI Client Service A-Team 2012 List
Jackson Walker has once again earned the title of “unparalleled leader in client service” on the BTI Client Service A-Team 2012 list. The distinction recognizes Jackson Walker as a top client service leader serving Fortune 1000 companies. - January 14, 2012 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
Bob Latham Elected to International Rugby Board Executive Committee
Jackson Walker partner Bob Latham recently became the first American elected to the International Rugby Board Executive Committee in the organization’s 125-year history. - January 14, 2012 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
Matthew Thompson Joins Jackson Walker
Jackson Walker is pleased to welcome new partner Matthew Thompson to the firm. - January 14, 2012 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
Georgia Accident Attorneys, Montlick & Associates, Releases Free iPhone & Android Mobile Accident App
Georgia Accident Attorneys, Montlick & Associates, announced today the release of Montlick Mobile, a new application designed to help smart phone users in the aftermath of an accident. The free App gives iPhone and Droid users a checklist of actions to take, and makes it easy for them to collect information right on their mobile devices at the scene of the accident. - January 13, 2012 - Montlick & Associates, Attorneys at Law
CPEhr Releases Annual Report: 2012 Human Resources Updates
HR Outsourcing firm releases new report highlighting important 2012 employment law updates. - January 13, 2012 - CPE HR, Inc.
Kelly Kubasta Named Director of My Possibilities Board
Klemchuk Kubasta Partner Supports Adults with Disabilities - January 13, 2012 - Klemchuk LLP
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