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Indianapolis Attorney Joan Champagne Featured in New Book
Indianapolis attorney, Joan E. Champagne, of White and Champagne law firm, featured in new book entitled Single.Women.Entrepreneurs. - February 25, 2011 - White and Champagne
FRP Advisory LLP Appointed as Administrators to Arrogant Cat
Celebrity favourite fashion brand enters into administration - February 25, 2011 - FRP Advisory LLP
Patrick Vaccaro, Managing Partner of Jackson Lewis, Talks About a Dedication to Prevention in Employment Law on the CEO Show with Robert Reiss
Patrick Vaccaro, Managing Partner of Jackson Lewis LLC, talks about a law firm dedicated to prevention in employment law on the CEO Show with Robert Reiss, helping their clients avoid the exceptionally expensive and often unnecessary litigation that occurs after the fact. Vaccaro explains that to prevent litigation, Jackson Lewis audits business practices, gives counsel, and uses the experience that it has developed as one of the fastest growing workplace law firms in the country. - February 25, 2011 - Reissource, LLC
Fort Myers Attorney Vicki Sproat Elected President of Southwest Florida Chapter of ABOTA
Fort Myers Employment Lawyer Vicki Sproat has been elected President of the Southwest Florida Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (“ABOTA”). - February 25, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Litscovery to Hold the First in a Series of Upcoming CLE Seminars
Litscovery will offer the first in a series of upcoming complimentary Continuing Legal Education (“CLE”) seminars on March 22, 2011 in Eatontown, NJ. The presentation, entitled “Effectively Utilizing eDiscovery, Computer Forensics, and Internet Enforcement,” focuses on how... - February 25, 2011 - Litscovery
Attorney Andrew Weinstein a Featured Speaker for the NSU Shepard Broad Law Center Tort Law Society
Attorney Andrew Weinstein, managing partner and founder of the Weinstein Law Firm, recently spoke as a guest lecturer for the Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center Tort Law Society. - February 25, 2011 - Weinstein Law Firm
Inmarkets One-Day Conference: Practical Approaches for Complying with the UK Bribery Act
With the Bribery Act 2010 due to come into force later this year and the government’s final guidance notes nowhere in sight, businesses are thirsty for clarity on several aspects of the most comprehensive piece of bribery legislation in the world. - February 24, 2011 - Inmarkets
Jayaram Law Successfully Recovers a Substantial Five-Year Old Business Debt on Behalf of Client
The Jayaram Law Group, a business law firm in Chicago with a focus on business-to-business debt collection, recently collected the entirety of a substantial six-figure debt owed to a client for nearly five years. “I approached the situation in a firm but flexible manner,” said Vivek... - February 24, 2011 - Jayaram Law Group
Henderson Franklin Announces Launch of Legal Scoop Blog on Southwest Florida Real Estate
The Southwest Florida law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce the launch of the firm’s second law blog, The Legal Scoop on Southwest Florida Real Estate. The Legal Scoop will focus on real estate, land use and environmental law and will provide... - February 24, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Litigation-Tech Announces New Trial Presentation Rate Structure
In order to help you worry less about costs related to trial prep and presentation, or the risks associated with “bargain hunting,” Litigation-Tech LLC is pleased to announce a new competitive rate structure on trial presentation labor and equipment. - February 24, 2011 - Litigation-Tech LLC
DICSA Law Firm’s Cooperation with the World Bank
The World Bank has prolonged its cooperation with DICSA Law firm on the Doing Business project for 2011-2012. - February 23, 2011 - DICSA Law firm
Phoenix Cleaning Company, Total Quality Cleaning Services Continues to Grow Amid Immigration Controversy
Phoenix, Arizona is ground zero of the interaction between immigrant workers and struggling economy that still depends on an influx of cheap laborers. No other state has been more affected by the immigration crisis than Arizona. The capital city is also the crossroads between the battle between corporate cost cutting and the flood of cheap foreign labor. These stresses provide the background for the latest round of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Notices of Inspection otherwise known as - February 22, 2011 - Total Quality Cleaning Systems
Nixon & Vanderhye Selects First To File for Patent Document Management
Top IP Law Firm “Goes Paperless” with FTF’s Electronic File Room - February 19, 2011 - First to File
Coye Law Firm's Newest Attorneys Admitted to Practice at Federal Level
Attorneys Nanette Cruz and Salim Punjani have been admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. This admittance is a career achievement and advantage for clients who have complex cases that are heard in federal level courts. - February 19, 2011 - Coye Law Firm
Captaloans Launches New Referrals Promotion
Captaloans, well-known and respected for its loan modification and debt settlement pipeline tracking and CRM program, has launched a new program to help promote its software and increase subscriptions. The promotion offers a $100 Amex Gift Card to current subscribers who successfully refer new subscribers to Captaloans. - February 18, 2011 - Captaloans
Ottawa Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth Ranked Best Online Accident and Injury Attorney
As the internet becomes the premier source of information for people seeking advice on personal injury and accident law, Ottawa Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth wins accolades from Best Attorneys Online for Best Accident and Injury Lawyer. The online market for personal injury and accident... - February 17, 2011 - David Hollingsworth Ottawa Injury Lawyer
Melanie Black Dubis Releases Podcast on Accounting and Financial Services Defense
Dubis Informs Accounting Firms on Litigation and Common Issues Addressed in Defense. - February 16, 2011 - Melanie Dubis
KIIAC Launches New Web Site: Contract Standards
Contract Standards seeks to collect and share global contract standards, document automation tools, and provide a framework for collaborative development - February 16, 2011 - KIIAC LLC
Agren Blando Court Reporting & Video Announces New Uninterrupted Video Service
Agren Blando Court Reporting & Video has announced a new service that will provide their clients with up to eleven hours of uninterrupted video for their depositions and other proceedings. - February 15, 2011 - Agren Blando Court Reporting and Video
Bryan Gorczyk to Lead Digital Forensics and Electronic Discovery Practices for Renaissance Associates
Bryan Gorczyk, an accomplished 20 year veteran of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has taken on new responsibilities as Managing Director at Renaissance Associates, Ltd., a specialized consultancy providing comprehensive corporate investigations, financial and digital forensics,... - February 15, 2011 - Renaissance Associates, Ltd.
Georgia Association for Women Lawyers Announces "Art and the City" Scholarship Art Auction
Theme for Annual Art Auction to Support Legal Scholarships Announced - February 15, 2011 - Georgia Association for Women Lawyers
Dan Bromberg, Partner, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP to Speak at KC’s A Review of Supreme Court's 2010 Term and Preview of What's Coming Next Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dan Bromberg, Partner, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “A Review of Supreme... - February 11, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
New NY Law to Impose Two Points for Cell Phone Moving Violations
New York's cell phone law which previously carried 0 points will now become a 2-point violation. Hope is not lost because an experienced New York traffic ticket attorney can most likely get those 2 points knocked down to a 0 point violation. - February 11, 2011 - Rosenblum Law Firm, P.C.
Susan R. Rubright of Brach Eichler Installed as Community Builders and Remodelers Association Board Member
Brach Eichler L.L.C. today announced that Susan Rubright, a member in the firm’s real estate and environmental & land use practices, has been installed as a member of the 2011 Board of the Community Builders and Remodelers Association. At Brach Eichler, Rubright represents public... - February 11, 2011 - Brach Eichler L.L.C.
Noel J. Francisco, Partner, Jones Day to Speak at KC’s A Review of Supreme Court's 2010 Term and Preview of What's Coming Next Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Noel J. Francisco, Partner, Jones Day will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “A Review of Supreme Court's 2010 Term and Preview... - February 11, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Free Valentine’s Day Group Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony
Celebrate your Love at the Annual Valentine's Day Free Vow Renewal and Wedding Ceremony in Fairfield County. The Water’s Edge at Giovannis is hosting the event in their perfect wedding facility. It is an unforgettable setting to celebrate your love on Valentine's Day. - February 10, 2011 - Mary C. Pugh CT Justice of the Peace
Yesner & Boss Law Firm Will Continue to Negotiate Short Sales
While Other Attorneys Drop Short Sale Negotiations, Tampa Bay Area Law Firm Announces It Will Continue to Negotiate These Complicated Transactions. - February 10, 2011 - Yesner & Boss, PL
Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Attorney Donald Campbell to Moderate Panel Discussion on ABA Standards
The discussion will examine how ABA standards have fared over the years. Specifically, the focus will be whether or not these standards warrant updating, and, if so, should the structure remain the same or be modified? - February 10, 2011 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Phoenix School of Law Professor Dave Cole Named as Arizona Solicitor General
Assistant Professor and Retired Superior Court Judge Dave Cole has been appointed as the Solicitor General of the State of Arizona by Attorney General Tom Horne. Some of Cole's responsibilities will include assisting in appellate cases, administering State election laws and reviewing constitutional challenges to State laws. - February 09, 2011 - Phoenix School of Law
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Robert Ramseur Named 2011 "Legal Elite"
Selected from more than 19,000 active attorneys in North Carolina, Business North Carolina Magaine recognizes Bobby Ramseur for the 2011 Legal Elite. - February 09, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Litscovery to Focus on Increasing Pro Bono Services
Litscovery will increase the amount of pro bono matters it accepts in the areas of electronic discovery, computer forensics, and Internet enforcement consulting. - February 09, 2011 - Litscovery
Forensics Consulting Solutions ESI Expert Releases New White Paper
Mark Walker, Director of Consulting for FCS Publishes New White Paper on ESI Technology. - February 09, 2011 - Forensics Consulting Solutions
Brach Eichler Awarded Trophy for "Lawyers Have Heart" by Essex County Chapter of the American Heart Association
Brach Eichler Awarded Trophy for "Lawyers Have Heart" by Essex County Chapter of the American Heart Association - February 09, 2011 - Brach Eichler L.L.C.
New Social Security Disability Resource for Indianapolis Residents
Indianapolis has an important new resource for those in search of information about Social Security Disability benefits. - February 08, 2011 - Disability Group, Inc.
Ponzi Schemes, Greed and the Young Lawyer That Brought It All Down in New Legal Thriller Novel by Nannarone Law Group
Greed is definitely not good. With a fast pace and excellent character development, "Ringing The Bell" (ISBN: 9781458082954) tells a story of greed reminiscent of classic Wall Street tales. - February 07, 2011 - Nannarone Law Group
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center Announces New February 2011 CLE Addressing Important Legal Developments and More for Attorneys
With ongoing developments in intellectual property law; the attorney-client privilege in the corporate context; the rapidly-evolving area of cloud computing; and new strategies for eliminating bias in the legal profession, Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following CLE web casts for... - February 07, 2011 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit Names New Principals
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit, a Chicago area law firm, has recently named Jessica L. Ryan and Julie A. Jacobson principals of the firm. Jessica Ryan has emerged an energetic and upbeat business leader with extensive expertise in forcible entry and detainer issues, covenant and rule enforcement, and... - February 05, 2011 - Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit
Houston Virtual Paralegals Opens Its Doors to Offer Attorneys Virtual Paralegal and Legal Secretarial Staffing Solutions
By utilizing virtual paralegals and legal secretaries, solo practitioners and small law firms can free themselves from routine procedural and administrative work and be able to focus on client development and relationships that will grow their practices. - February 04, 2011 - Houston Virtual Paralegals
Ragsdale Liggett Announces That Attorney Wiliam W. Pollock Joins Firm as Partner
William W. Pollock has become a member of the Ragsdale Liggett law firm as Partner in the litigation group. - February 04, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Merger Law Associates Bullish on Demand for Public Listings on the Frankfurt Exchange
Merger Law Associates Limited (www.mergerlawassociates.com) is pleased to announce that it has been retained by 10 new clients seeking to become publicly traded on the Frankfurt Exchange. It forecasts continued strong demand for public listings during the upcoming year. Merger Law Associates has... - February 03, 2011 - Merger Law Associates
Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Attorney Clay Farrell Selected Among Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s Leaders in the Law
Farrell, who will be honored with 24 other local attorneys, concentrates his practice on multi-party, complex litigation, including litigation in the areas of environmental torts, product liability, toxic torts and emerging claims. - February 03, 2011 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Tempus-Rex Announces a Volume Discount Program
To make it easy for their clients to implement Tempus-Rex on the BlackBerries of all professionals in a firm, Tempus-Rex is pleased to announce a flexible Volume Discount Program. - February 02, 2011 - Tempus-Rex
NC ACLU Names Jay Ferguson of Thomas, Ferguson & Mullins, LLP, to Paul Green Award for Death Penalty Defense Efforts
Jay H. Ferguson has a strong sense of justice for defense against the death penalty. He has defended clients facing death, advocated against the death penalty and written numerous opinion pieces arguing against the use of the death penalty. The American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina is... - February 02, 2011 - Thomas, Ferguson and Mullins, L.L.P.
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Wins Case for Disabled Man, NC Court of Appeals Limits State's Power
In a case against the NC Department of Health and Human Services, Judge rules for Disabled Man. This ruling has significant implications. The Court's decision will protect North Carolinians from bureaucratic overreaching. - January 31, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Jay Ferguson of Thomas, Ferguson & Mullins, LLP, Honored by North Carolina “Super Lawyers” Magazine for 2011
Jay Ferguson has been named by North Carolina Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top attorneys in North Carolina for 2011. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers. “I appreciate being honored by my peers,” said Jay Ferguson. “On a day-to-day... - January 30, 2011 - Thomas, Ferguson and Mullins, L.L.P.
Having the ‘Tough Conversations’ with Mom or Dad for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Awareness Week
According to Marietta elder law attorney, Steve Worrall, Alzheimer’s and Dementia awareness week (February 14th –21st) is the perfect time to have ‘tough conversations’ with aging parents about their wishes and plans should the disease ever strike. - January 30, 2011 - Georgia Estate Plan: Worrall Law LLC
Legal Process Outsourcing Regulatory Trends in 2011
Leading consulting firm Fronterion has released a guide to the changing regulatory landscape for legal outsourcing in 2011. There is the potential for rule changes which could place outsourcing agreements under increased scrutiny or even have a material impact on the ability of law firms and companies to send legal work to external providers. - January 29, 2011 - Fronterion
Marietta Estate Planning Lawyer Urges You to Add Estate Planning to Your List of Resolutions This Year
Resolving to get your legal affairs in order is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your family, wishes and assets are protected if something unexpectedly happens to you this year. - January 28, 2011 - Georgia Estate Plan: Worrall Law LLC
Mesriani Law Group Helps Discrimination Victim Secure $ 60,000 Settlement
Expert employment lawyers of Mesriani Law Group have successfully obtained $60,000 as settlement for an employment lawsuit filed by an employee, a phlebotomist technician, against some co-workers, supervisor, and management in a medical facility. The claim involved discrimination based on national... - January 28, 2011 - Mesriani Law Group
Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP Names Emily Milligan, Christopher Rizzo and Ethan Silver Counsel
Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP (www.clm.com) is pleased to announce that Emily Milligan, Christopher Rizzo and Ethan L. Silver have been promoted to counsel, effective January 1, 2011. All were formerly associates of the Firm. "We are pleased to recognize that Emily, Chris and Ethan have... - January 27, 2011 - Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP