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Author, Steven F. Miller Releases New Book to Help Get Traffic Tickets Dismissed
The new book, Traffic Tickets. Don't Get Mad. Get Them Dismissed by Steven F. Miller, Founder and President of TicketBust.com will show readers exactly what to do. Full of tips, information, and research, this is a must have book for all drivers. - December 11, 2011 - Author, Steven F. Miller
Thompson & Knight Named Recommended Appellate and Litigation Firm
The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP has been recognized as a “Highly Recommended Fifth Circuit Litigation Firm” in the first annual edition of Benchmark Appellate and as a “Recommended Local Litigation Firm” in Texas in the fifth annual edition of Benchmark... - December 10, 2011 - Thompson & Knight
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Speaks to Law Class at Fort Dorchester High School
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina spoke to students at Fort Dorchester High School in North Charleston, SC as part of Law Education class that the school provides on Wednesday, October 19th, 2011. - December 10, 2011 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Florida Family Law Firm Lance P. Richard, P.A Now Offering Clients Free Consultation
Leading Florida law firm specializing in personal injury, family and criminal law, Lance P. Richard, P.A has recently announced that they will be providing new clients with a free consultation with one of their trained legal professionals. This free consultation is designed to ascertain the... - December 09, 2011 - Lance P. Richard, PA
New Vaginal Mesh Safety Recommendations Issued
Nadrich & Cohen LLP is supporting new safety warnings concerning the use of vaginal mesh to treat pelvic organ prolapse. - December 08, 2011 - Nadrich & Cohen, LLP
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Speaks at College of Charleston Pre-Law Event
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina spoke to pre-law students at the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC as part of the event From Undergraduate To Lawyer on October 20th 2011. The event was designed to give the students at College of Charleston that... - December 08, 2011 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
ThompsonLegalFirm.com Launches New Estate Planning Website with the Perfect Mix of Self-Help Convenience But with the Overview of Attorneys
The Law Offices of Thompson and Associates in Hemet, California have launched www.ThompsonLegalFirm.com, a multipurpose website aimed at closing the gap between non-attorney self help online legal services and actually having to step foot into a law office in order to draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives and estate planning packages. - December 08, 2011 - Law Offices of Thompson and Associates
OnlyMeWorld.com: A Social Network That Promises Social Media Privacy
OnlyMeWorld.com promises that they are a different type of social network: no data mining; no web tracking; and no facial recognition. - December 07, 2011 - OnlyMeWorld.com
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Teaches Estate Planning at Dorchester County Library
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina taught a class on the subject of the basics of estate planning at the Dorchester County Library in Summerville SC on Wednesday August 17th 2011. Attorney Guthrie explained how estate planning affects everyone and how... - December 07, 2011 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Dottie Burch Guest Lecturer at NCSU
Dottie Burch, partner at the Ragsdale Liggett law firm in Raleigh, was a featured speaker for the North Carolina State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences on November 18, 2011. Ms. Burch’s lecture on Equine Law was presented to students enrolled in the course, ANS 110... - December 07, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
United Way of Martin County Recognizes Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Attorney Chad Hastings with Its "Employee Pillar of Character" Award
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith PLLC (LLL&S) Attorney Chad Hastings has been honored by the United Way of Martin County with its 2011-2012 Employee Pillar of Character Award as part of its “CHARACTER COUNTS!” program. Hastings was nominated by his colleagues for representing all... - December 04, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Marcus Evans Launches the In-House Legal Counsel Conference
Marcus Evans, one of the world’s largest conference organisers, has announced that the In-House Legal Counsel conference will be held from 8th to 9th March, 2012 in Nairobi, Kenya. This conference will assist with conquering these challenges through expert speakers from top companies, varying backgrounds and different countries who will share their experiences on how to handle risk management, dispute resolution, fraud prevention, compliance and human capital management. - December 04, 2011 - Marcus Evans Group
Ho! Ho! Ho! Arizona's Law Office of Corso & Rhude Giving Away Holiday Hams
The Law Office of Corso & Rhude is giving away free hams in December through its Facebook page. From Dec. 1 through Dec. 22, the Peoria law firm will give away one ham per day to Arizona residents who first “like” and then post a comment on the company’s Facebook page,... - December 03, 2011 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
New Arizona DUI Law to Have a Serious Impact Holiday DUIs, Lawyers Say
The holidays are here and the impending New Year means more than just being vigilant about drinking and driving this year. New Arizona DUI law (SB1200) takes effect on Dec. 31 and it dramatically changes the landscape for DUI defense in Arizona and persons charged with a DUI in the state of... - December 03, 2011 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
AB Video Services Announces an Alliance with 12th Avenue Media
AB Video Services is pleased to announce their recent partnering with 12th Avenue Media. As they welcome 12th Avenue Media into the AB Video Services group of companies, they believe that their expertise in multimedia productions will greatly contribute toward expanding their product offerings. - December 02, 2011 - Agren Blando Court Reporting and Video
The DiLeone Law Group, P.C. Releases Podcast on Creating a Will
Managing Partner Ralph J. DiLeone Discusses the Necessary Steps for Successful Planning and Execution of an Estate at Any Age - December 02, 2011 - The DiLeone Law Group, P.C.
Free Case Review Announced for Pharmacy Malpractice Victims at LA Personal Injury Law Firm, Grayson & Grayson
Los Angeles personal injury law firm, Grayson & Grayson has announced a free case evaluation for Pharmacy Malpractices and error incidences in Los Angeles. LA personal injury attorneys at Grayson & Grayson are qualified to take up medical malpractice cases. - December 02, 2011 - MarkGraysonLaw.com
International Senior Lawyers Project 10th Anniversary Gala Luncheon
The International Senior Lawyers Project celebrates its 10th Anniversary with a gala luncheon Thursday, December 1 2011. Guests of Honor include Her Excellency Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, President of Liberia, and Keynote Speaker George Soros, founder and chairman of the Open Society Foundations. Law firms Clifford Chance and Hogan Lovells are honored as Global Pro Bono Visionary Law Firms. - December 01, 2011 - International Senior Lawyers Project
Sutliff & Stout, PLLC Expands to Austin, Texas with New Law Offices
Houston-based personal injury and accident law firm Sutliff & Stout, PLLC has announced their recent expansion to new offices in Austin, Texas to better serve their Austin-area and Central Texas clients. - November 30, 2011 - Sutliff & Stout, PLLC
Attorney Dorothy Burch Recognized for Extraordinary Service and Re-Elected to the Board of Directors for the NC Horse Council
Ragsdale Liggett partner, Dottie Burch has received the Star Volunteer award for extraordinary service to the North Carolina Horse Council and has been re-elected to the Board of Directors. - November 30, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center Announces December CLE Addressing Important Developments in Ethics, Litigation and Trial Skills and More
With ongoing developments in Ethics, Asset Protection and Estate Planning, and the increasing demand for programs in litigation and trial skills, Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following CLE web casts for December 2011: The Ethics of Legal Outsourcing (2156) December 1, 2011... - November 29, 2011 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Thompson & Knight Expands Labor and Employment Practice
Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce that Jennifer Motwani Hurley has joined the Firm as an Attorney in the Labor and Employment Practice Group in Dallas. - November 23, 2011 - Thompson & Knight
Mind Merchants Launches "Free LPO Awareness Program"
Mind Merchants is delighted to launch "Free LPO Awareness Program." - November 23, 2011 - Mind Merchant Global Pvt Ltd
Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Adds Attorney Brian E. Devilling
Brian E. Devilling joined Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff's General and Professional Liability Practice Groups. He focuses his practice on professional liability defense and business litigation. - November 23, 2011 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Atlanta's Strong Arm Attorney John Foy Launches New Interactive Website
In response to patron social and mobile attrition, the personal injury attorneys at John Foy & Associates PC deploy a new web platform compatible with blogging, comments, video and social media. The new site provides an accident checklist and personal injury articles. - November 22, 2011 - John Foy & Associates
Pillsbury Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event "eDiscovery in 2012: Social Networking, Cloud Computing, Cross Border Issues, Disclosure & Litigation Live Webcast"
Pillsbury, a full-service law firm, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “eDiscovery in 2012: Social Networking, Cloud Computing, Cross Border Issues, Disclosure & Litigation.” This two-hour event will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at... - November 21, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Wayne C. Matus, Partner, Pillsbury to Speak at KC’s eDiscovery in 2012: Social Networking, Cloud Computing, Cross Border Issues, Disclosure & Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Wayne C. Matus, Partner, Pillsbury will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “eDiscovery in 2012: Social Networking, Cloud... - November 21, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Tower Legal Solutions Triples DC Office Space
Burgeoning Demand for "Contract" Lawyers by Corporations and Law Firms Drives Tower Growth. - November 21, 2011 - Tower Legal Solutions
Dorothy L. Korszen Receives Award from Englewood Area Board of Realtors
Dorothy L. Korszen, a Director at Farr Law Firm, was voted 2011 “Business Partner of the Year” by members of the Englewood Area Board of REALTORS®. - November 20, 2011 - Farr Law Firm
Thompson & Knight Attorney Appointed to UTHealth Development Board
Thompson & Knight LLP is proud to announce Alfred (Alfie) M. Meyerson has been appointed to The University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston Development Board. Meyerson will serve a three-year term, which began in September 2011. - November 19, 2011 - Thompson & Knight
Las Vegas Notice of Default Numbers Show Historic Drop; Down 90% According to Default Research
Default Research, Inc., (www.defaultresearch.com) one of the nation’s foremost aggregators of pre foreclosure data, reports that Las Vegas – a real estate market starving for good news – in October 2011 experienced one of the largest year-over-year drops in Notice of Default... - November 18, 2011 - Default Research Inc
Police Detective and Computer Forensics Expert Jim Carden Launches Digital Blue Solutions
Veteran detective and national computer forensics expert Jim Carden announced today the launch of a new digital forensics company called Digital Blue Solutions. The firm will provide a wide variety of computer forensics investigative services, as well as electronic discovery and litigation support,... - November 18, 2011 - Digital Blue Solutions
Burns White Garners Seven First-Tier Rankings in the U.S. News “Best Law Firms” Survey
Burns White LLC earned a national first-tier ranking and six metropolitan first-tier rankings in the 2011-2012 U.S. News Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” survey. - November 18, 2011 - Burns White LLC
Randall Leshin of The Leshin Law Firm Launches Condominium Law Service
Randall Leshin and the Leshin Law Firm has added condominium law to their service offerings. Randall Leshin and his team will work with condominium associations and individuals. - November 18, 2011 - Leshin Law Firm
Apollo Group, LLC Adds Fresh Perspective to the Mediation Process
Apollo Group, LLC Adds Mediation Locations Throughout Florida. Facilitating a discussion with two sides that are on opposite ends of the spectrum is no easy task. With the advent of high profile mediations, such as the recent NBA and NFL disputes, mediation has now become a mainstream topic of... - November 18, 2011 - Apollo Group, LLC
Attorney Amy Moncion Joins Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C.
Michigan State University and Thomas M. Cooley Law School alumna Amy Moncion joins Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C., Asbestos and Toxic Tort Practice Group. - November 17, 2011 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Free Truck Accident Case Evaluation Offered at LA Personal Injury Law Firm, Grayson & Grayson
Free truck accident case evaluation is now offered at the Los Angeles personal injury law firm, Grayson & Grayson. A free case evaluation form is present at the website that can be filled out to obtain a free evaluation of a personal injury case. - November 17, 2011 - MarkGraysonLaw.com
Withy King Deploys Egress Switch to Protect Confidential Client Data
Dynamic legal practice Withy King adopts email & file encryption sending a positive message to their clients and a statement of intent to their competitors - November 17, 2011 - Egress Software Technologies Ltd
Jackson Walker Named in "Best Law Firms" Rankings
Jackson Walker has been selected for inclusion in the 2011-2012 U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” rankings. The firm was ranked nationally in twelve different practice areas, and ranked by metropolitan city in various practice areas. - November 17, 2011 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
Eric S. Shiller Law Office, P.C. in Newburgh Raises Funds for Muscular Dystrophy
Hudson Valley Lawyer Raises Money for Muscular Dystrophy. - November 17, 2011 - Eric S. Shiller Law Office, P.C.
Heed Moral, Legal Call for Reporting Child Sexual Abuse
Regardless of whether there is a legal obligation to report known or suspected child sexual abuse, there is a moral obligation to do so, asserts attorney Mary Jo McGrath, nationally known expert on child sexual abuse investigation and awareness in educational settings. Individuals must speak out about what they know or suspect, and not stop speaking out until the child is no longer endangered, despite the stature of the adult in question, or the institution he or she represents. - November 16, 2011 - McGrath Training Systems
Fort Myers Real Estate Attorney Amanda Barritt Appointed Public Relations Officer for Lee County Association for Women Lawyers
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Condominium and Real Estate Lawyer Amanda Barritt has been appointed as the Public Relations Officer for the Lee County Association for Women Lawyers. - November 16, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Godwin Ronquillo PC Announces Donald E. Godwin Selected to Best Lawyers in America® List for 2012
Godwin Ronquillo, a national trial and appellate firm with offices in Dallas and Houston, is proud to announce that Donald E. Godwin has been selected to The Best Lawyers in America® list for 2012. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. A... - November 15, 2011 - Godwin Lewis PC
Ronald Rosenkranz Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Ronald Rosenkranz, of Marlboro, New York, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. About Ronald Rosenkranz Ronald Rosenkranz is Senior Trial Partner at Finkelstein & Partners, a law firm... - November 13, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
LeeAnne MacLeod-Archer Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
LeeAnne MacLeod-Archer, of Sydney, Nova Scotia, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. About LeeAnne MacLeod-Archer LeeAnne MacLeod-Archer is a Partner in the law firm of LaFosse MacLeod,... - November 13, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
MicroAire’s Allegedly Misleading Claims Refuted by Euromi
Euromi S.A. of Belgium stated today its determination to defend itself against recent allegedly misleading claims asserted by MicroAire. - November 12, 2011 - Medical Alliance Services
Phenix Investigations Expands Private Asset Investigations Service
Phenix Investigations, Inc. is pleased to announce that after over 17 years in business, $5 billion in asset investigations and an excellent track record, the company is expanding its asset investigations department to include more regions in the United States and throughout the world. Phenix... - November 12, 2011 - Phenix Investigations, Inc.
Tom Haeberle of RE/MAX 1st Choice Named to Ottawa Port District Board, Relishes Opportunity to Boost Local Economy
Tom Haeberle, broker/owner of RE/MAX 1st Choice in Ottawa, Ill., recently was appointed by Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn to the newly created seven-member Ottawa Port District Board of Directors. It’s another opportunity for Haeberle to contribute to the economic vitality of Ottawa and LaSalle County. - November 12, 2011 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Global Digital Forensics Enhancing eDiscovery Solutions to Keep Legal Cases on Track When Digital Evidence Goes International
The world of litigation has taken on an increasingly troublesome dimension thanks to our interconnected and global digital world. It is also becoming more apparent by the day that sticking to the comfort zone of old-world thinking when it comes to digital evidence and eDiscovery, is simply a... - November 11, 2011 - Global Digital Forensics
Mark G. Intrieri Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Mark G. Intrieri, of San Jose, California, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Mark G. Intrieri Mr. Intrieri has been in the legal professional for more than 27 years. He was... - November 11, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide