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Dr. Lillian Glass Wins Copyright Infringement Trial Against Marsha Petrie Sue
On December 9, 2010, a jury in the Federal Court in Los Angeles, California unanimously found in favor of media personality Dr. Lillian Glass in her copyright infringement trial against Marsha Petrie Sue, an author and professional speaker from Arizona. - December 18, 2010 - Dr. Lillian Glass
Attorney Cindy Salvo Interviewed by Fox Business Concerning Trademark Infringement Advice for Small Businesses
Cindy Salvo, founding partner of The Salvo Law Firm, P.C., was quoted by Fox Business regarding advice for small business owners who are accused of trademark infringement. - December 18, 2010 - The Salvo Law Firm, P.C.
Fort Myers Attorney Luis Rivera Elected Stockholder at Southwest Florida Law Firm
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Luis E. Rivera II has become a stockholder. He joined Henderson Franklin in May 2005 and is an attorney in firm’s Commercial Litigation division. Rivera focuses his practice in creditors'... - December 18, 2010 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Fronterion Announces Top 10 Legal Outsourcing Trends
Following a breakthrough year for LPO, Fronterion reveals Top 10 Trends in Legal Outsourcing for 2011. Major themes include a rise in 'onshore' outsourcing and increased regulatory focus. - December 17, 2010 - Fronterion
Fort Myers Attorney Amanda Brock Appointed to REIS Board of Governors
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Land Use Attorney Amanda Brock has been elected to the Board of Governors of the Real Estate Investment Society (“REIS”). REIS is an organization dedicated to assisting members in the effective... - December 16, 2010 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Jackson Walker Named to BTI Client Service A-Team List
Jackson Walker has once again earned the title of “unparalleled leader in client service” on the BTI Client Service A-Team 2011 list. The distinction recognizes Jackson Walker as a top client service leader serving Fortune 1000 companies. The BTI Consulting Group’s A-Team 2011... - December 16, 2010 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
Brach Eichler Presents "Burton L. Eichler Award" to St. Barnabas Medical Center’s Dr. Ronald Chamberlain
First Annual Eichler Award Honors the Legacy of Healthcare Law Pioneer, Recognizes ‘Top Doc’s’ Civic Contributions - December 15, 2010 - Brach Eichler L.L.C.
Law Office of Michael J. Gravlin Expands Its Chicago Law Firm
The Law Office of Michael J. Gravlin announced Monday that it has hired Chicago lawyer Sid R. Klemm.The Law Office of Michael J. Gravlin is a Chicago law firm founded in 1996 that handles cases involving personal injury, workers compensation, medical malpractice, auto accidents, construction accidents, mesothelioma, asbestos claims, nursing home negligence, premises liability and slip and fall. - December 15, 2010 - Law Office of Michael J. Gravlin
Justis Publishing to Host Largest Online Collection of British Virgin Islands Judgments Ever
New Justis BVI Judgments series to bring hundreds of electronically searchable documents to a worldwide audience for the first time - December 15, 2010 - Justis Publishing Ltd
Tempus-Rex Announces a Reseller Relationship with Wireless Experts
Tempus-Rex and Wireless Experts combine forces to help their customers in the legal and professional services industries increase revenue and productivity while reducing the cost of mobile communications. - December 12, 2010 - Tempus-Rex
Free Report from Markhoff & Mittman Examines How to Take Care of Your Knees
Markhoff & Mittman releases a series of free reports, "For Your Health - The Disabiity Guys Guides," to help people learn more about the various illnesses and injuries that keep them from their jobs. The first report focuses on knee pain and injuries. - December 09, 2010 - Markhoff & Mittman PC
The Building Envelope Science Institute Releases Dates for Defective "Chinese" Drywall Certification Courses Offered in 2011
The Building Envelope Science Institute has been active in providing solutions for the Defective (Chinese, Corrosive) Drywall since October 2009 offering certification courses for inspecting and remediating homes or commercial buildings. - December 08, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Legal Crisis Management for Corporate Counsel—Upcoming December 8 CLE from Celesq® AttorneysEd Center
Insider trading investigations, Congressional inquiries, product malfunctions, environmental accidents and rogue employees causing corporate scandals can cause any general counsel sleepless nights. Celesq® AttorneysEd Center announced an important new CLE webcast designed to help general... - December 08, 2010 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Book Details Employment and Compensation of 35,000 Attorneys in U.S. Federal Agencies. Not All Jobs Are Created Equal.
With salaries that can exceed $250,000 for attorneys and $100,000 for law clerks, Federal agencies provide surprisingly good opportunities for some. - December 06, 2010 - Lawyerup Press LLC
New York Attorney Now Accepting Reglan-Induced Tardive Dyskinesia
The law office of Rudolph F.X. Migliore, P.C. announced today the firm is now accepting cases on behalf of people who used the prescription drug Reglan and later developed tardive dyskinesia, a neurological disorder that causes uncontrollable, repetitive movements of the body, such as grimacing,... - December 05, 2010 - Rudolph F.X. Migliore, P.C.
Fort Myers Attorney John Agnew Elected to Lee County Bar Association Executive Board
The Southwest Florida law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney John Agnew has been elected member-at-large to the 2011 Executive Council of the Lee County Bar Association. - December 05, 2010 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Fort Myers Attorney Luis Rivera Appointed to United States Bankruptcy Trustee Panel
The Southwest Florida law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Luis E. Rivera II, has been appointed by the United States Trustee to the panel of trustees in bankruptcy for the Middle District of Florida (Fort Myers Division). - December 05, 2010 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Mary Joan Hoene Returns to Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP as Counsel
Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP is pleased to announce that former partner Mary Joan Hoene has rejoined the firm as Counsel in the Corporate Department, effective today. She was previously Counsel to SNR Denton US LLP. “We are delighted to welcome Mary Joan back,” said Steve Glusband,... - December 03, 2010 - Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP
Ron Bell, Attorney Supports ʻCircle of Redʼ Fundraiser in Albuquerque
Circle of Red is an elite group of powerful women who have the influence and resources to significantly impact the local community with the American Heart Associations message. Men are always encouraged to participate in their events. - December 02, 2010 - Ron Bell, Attorney
Maryland Settlement Loans is Having a Holiday Special
Maryland Settlement Loans announces their holiday special for anyone that receives pre-settlement cash advance funds on or before December 31, 2010. - December 01, 2010 - Maryland Settlement Loans
Algonquin Studios to Sponsor New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Algonquin Studios is pleased to announce their sponsorship of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. Through its sponsorship, Algonquin Studios is helping to support the Academy's free Continuing Legal Education programs, which meet and exceed all biennial mandatory CLE requirements and which are available to the Academy's entire membership. - December 01, 2010 - Algonquin Studios, Inc
Female Atlanta Private Investigator Uses Bounty Hunting Skills to Help Attorneys and the Public
Atlanta private investigations agency specializing in locating people, criminal investigations, surveillance investigations, process service, electronic bug sweeps, weapons instruction, personal protection, and supervised visitations. - November 29, 2010 - Blue Dog Investigations & Services, Inc.
Attorney Ashley Campbell Elected to Board of Directors for the Junior League of Raleigh
Ragsdale Liggett announces that Attorney Ashley Campbell has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Junior League of Raleigh. - November 25, 2010 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Canadian Pardon Services Ltd. Announces Relocation, Expansion
Canadian Pardon Services Ltd., a pardon and waiver firm located in Toronto, is moving its headquarters from the Bloor and Ossington area to 206 Spadina Avenue, just north of Queen St. in order to cope with increased demand. - November 25, 2010 - Canadian Pardon Services Ltd.
Maryland Settlement Loans Becomes MSL and Goes Nationwide
Maryland Settlement Loans, working in the Capital District area, has taken their pre-settlement cash advance business nationwide via the internet. MSL’s Vice-President, Nazee Rad, says, "The timing was perfect for taking the business across the country." With over fifteen years of... - November 22, 2010 - Maryland Settlement Loans
Attorney Back Office Support Company, Legis, Inc, Launches New Website
Legis, Inc. - an industry leader in attorney back office support - is proud to unveil their new content management system driven website. - November 20, 2010 - Legis, Inc
Rottenstein Law Group Advises Recipients of Recalled Hip to Seek Counsel Immediately
The Rottenstein Law Group, a firm representing plaintiffs nationwide in connection with the DePuy Orthopaedics hip replacement device recall, is advising recipients of the recalled DePuy devices to contact an attorney sooner rather than later, to determine one’s eligibility to recover damages... - November 20, 2010 - Rottenstein Law Group LLP
Stephen Unsworth Named Super Lawyer for Fourth Consecutive Year
Estate Planning Attorney Stephen A. Unsworth, partner at Unsworth & Barra, PLC in Essex Junction, has been named Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate for the fourth consecutive year by New England Super Lawyers. - November 19, 2010 - Unswoth & Barra, PLC
Mexico Report Now Published; Includes New Mexico Immigration Rules, a Renaissance in Mexico City, and Current Economic Indicators
CCN Law compiles a monthly Mexico Report on current events in Mexican Business News, Mexican Law News, and Mexican Politics. The latest edition is currently available for review at ccn-law.com. - November 18, 2010 - Cacheaux, Cavazos & Newton
Trial Solutions Partners with Venio Systems to Provide End-to-End Document Review Services
Trial Solutions and Venio Systems Combine Services to Provide Comprehensive Document Review from Early Case Assessment through Production. - November 18, 2010 - Trial Solutions
3Q 2010 SEC Filings Now Available in ktMINE
ktMINE’s Intangibles Royalty Rates Database now contains IP licensing records filed with the SEC during the second quarter (3Q) of 2010 - November 16, 2010 - ktMINE
The Law Offices of Lee A. Drizin, Chtd. Announces the Launch of a New Elder Law Website
When facing the challenges of aging, your golden years can easily become your darkest ones. The law offices of Lee A. Drizin, Chtd., (based in Las Vegas, Nevada), shines a bright light on the issues seniors face and fights for their best care. The firm goes above and beyond the legalese to improve quality of living, and has the expertise and experience in elder law to be a beacon during the beautiful sunset years of life. Visit the new website www.DrizinElderLaw.com for further information. - November 15, 2010 - Law Offices of Lee A. Drizin, Chtd.
Attorney Angela Allen Has Been Appointed to NC Bar Association's Women in the Profession Committee
Ragsdale Liggett announces that attorney Angela Allen has been appointed to serve on the distinguished Women in the Profession Committee for the NC Bar Association. - November 13, 2010 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Grant Tomlinson LLC Launches Esquire on Demand (www.esquireondemand.com) as a Solution for an Evolving Legal Marketplace
Grant Tomlinson LLC Launches Esquire on Demand as a possible solution to the challenges that both attorneys and their clients face when initially securing the attorney-client relationship. - November 12, 2010 - Grant Tomlinson LLC
Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Attorney Selected as “Up & Coming Lawyer” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly
Geoffrey M. Brown recognized among 20 attorneys recognized by Michigan Lawyers Weekly for its “Up & Coming Lawyers” honors. - November 12, 2010 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
The Law Offices of Jason St-Fleur & Associates Announces Its Expansion Geographically and Linguistically
Jason St-Fleur & Associates, PA announces that its comprehensive law practice has expanded geographically throughout Florida and North Carolina, and linguistically, offering translation services for clients who speak Spanish, Portuguese, French and Creole. - November 06, 2010 - St. Fleur & Associates
Trial Solutions Renames Its Online Review Software to OnDemand
Trial Solutions (http://www.trialsolutions.net/), an eDiscovery software company, announces a new brand name, OnDemand™, for its online document review software. OnDemand, formerly known as ImageDepot, is currently used by over fifty of the top 250 law firms including seven of the top ten. - November 06, 2010 - Trial Solutions
NJAPM 17th Annual Mediation Conference, 11/13/10: “The Mediation Challenge: Thriving Through Change” Features Richard Steen and Tammy Lenski at the Imperia, Somerset, NJ
New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators' (NJAPM) 17th Annual Conference will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13th, 2010, from 8:15 AM to 4 PM at The Imperia, in Somerset, NJ. The theme of the conference is “The Mediation Challenge: Thriving Through Change.” The conference features New Jersey Bar Association President, Richard H. Steen, and marketing guru, Tammy Lenski. The conference includes 6 workshops, an ethics session, breakfast and lunch. MCLE NJ credits. Open to the public. - November 06, 2010 - New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators
Abe Comes Home to Kentucky
The small town of Stanville in rural Kentucky was certainly in its prime Thursday for the unveiling of the 2nd largest seated Lincoln Statue in the world. The statue of America's 16th president was erected at the Eric C. Conn Law Firm. People poured in from the community and media. District Court... - November 05, 2010 - Eric C Conn Law Firm
Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff Attorney Named Among “Lawyers of the Year” by Best Lawyers®
Michael J. Sullivan recognized for work in the area of professional malpractice. - November 05, 2010 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Fronterion Forefront Newsletter Provides Much Needed LPO Insight
Newsletter provides leading insight for legal professionals struggling to make sense of the growing adoption of legal process outsourcing. - November 05, 2010 - Fronterion
KIIAC LLC Partners with Nina Platt Consulting Inc.
Experienced knowledge management practitioners join forces to deliver innovation to law firms. - November 05, 2010 - Nina Platt Consulting Inc.
AgentLegal, Inc. Partners with Nina Platt Consulting, Inc. to Extend Respective Product and Services Strengths
Companies will work together to assist in the legal industry’s growing information and knowledge management initiatives. - November 04, 2010 - Nina Platt Consulting Inc.
The Landscape is Changing for Divorcing Families in Birmingham, Alabama
Local Family/Divorce Lawyer Qualifies under International Standards for Collaborative Divorce Practitioners and Registers as Domestic Relations Mediator--Providing Economical and Family Friendly Out-of-Court Options as Local Divorce Judges Retire. - November 03, 2010 - Lyman Dowling Law LLC
Jamaican Law Online at Last
Justis Publishing now hosts the Justis Jamaican Cases on its full-text online legal library, Justis, bringing 2,000 electronically searchable documents to a worldwide audience for the first time. - November 03, 2010 - Justis Publishing Ltd
The Edmunds Law Firm Has Appeal Decision Remanded in Guideline F Case
The Edmunds Law Firm successfully demonstrated through written appeal that the Applicant met the proper requirements to obtain access to classified information. - October 31, 2010 - The Edmunds Law Firm
Rebecca B. Long, Attorney, Joins Walker Lambe Rhudy & Costley, PLLC
Walker Lambe Rhudy & Costley, PLLC, is pleased to announce that Rebecca B. Long has joined its practice as an Associate Attorney in its Durham office. Ms. Long will practice in the firm’s Trusts and Estates Group, working in the areas of Estate Planning and Estate and Trust Administration. - October 30, 2010 - Walker Lambe Rhudy & Costley
Anthony H. Gair is Named "New York Product Liability Litigator of the Year" for 2011
Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, has named Anthony H. Gair as the “New York Best Lawyers Liability Litigator of the Year” for 2011. After more than a quarter of a century in publication, Best Lawyers is designating... - October 30, 2010 - Gair, Gair, Conason, Steigman, Mackauf, Bloom & Rubinowitz
Robert L. Conason is Named "New York Best Lawyers Personal Injury Litigator of the Year" for 2011
Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, has named Robert L. Conason as the “New York Best Lawyers Personal Injury Litigator of the Year” for 2011. After more than a quarter of a century in publication, Best Lawyers is designating... - October 30, 2010 - Gair, Gair, Conason, Steigman, Mackauf, Bloom & Rubinowitz
Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff Ranked 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 professional malpractice law – defendants; and as a Tier 2 firm in product liability litigation – defendants. - October 30, 2010 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.