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Julie Fleming and Life at the Bar LLC Help Lawyers Thrive in Hard Economic Times
Tough economic times have forced over 4,000 lawyers out of a job and caused established firms to collapse. With the help of Julie Fleming, J.D., A.C.C. and her company, Life at the Bar LLC, attorneys learn how to market themselves to save their jobs and their firms. - July 30, 2009 - Life at the Bar
Summit Defense Attorney Patricia Campi Negotiates Dismissal for Client Accused of Violating California Penal Codes PC273.5 and PC243 Felony Domestic Violence
In Sacramento Superior Court today, domestic violence attorney Patricia Campi of Summit Defense resolved a domestic violence case with a full court dismissal allowing her client to keep his record clean and avoid jail. Ms. Campi’s client, whos name is withheld to protect his privacy, was... - July 29, 2009 - Summit Defense Attorneys
The Gorski Firm, APC Opens Office in Long Beach CA
Vincent A. Gorski, an attorney licensed to practice law in California and Indiana, announced today the opening of The Gorski Firm, APC's office in Long Beach, CA. The firm's strategic location will allow it to serve clients throughout Southern California. - July 29, 2009 - The Gorski Firm, APC
Las Vegas Bankruptcy Attorneys and Loan Modification Experts Haines & Krieger Open Third Office in Southeast Las Vegas
Haines & Krieger, P.C., the leading consumer bankruptcy law firm and loan modification experts in Las Vegas, has announced the opening of an office in Southeast Las Vegas in order to better provide much-needed bankruptcy services to residents of the greater Las Vegas area, including help with... - July 29, 2009 - Haines and Krieger Attorneys at Law
LegalView Successfully Launches Three Information Portals, Adds New Content to Construction Accident Site
LegalView.com has successfully completed the launch of three of their information portals and has recently announced it will begin adding new content to the construction accident information portal. - July 28, 2009 - LegalView
Federal Lawsuits Allege Yasmin/Yaz Side Effects Responsible for Several Deaths
Lawsuits filed in Federal court allege that Bayer AG's contraceptive medicine Yasmin/Yaz is responsible for several deaths involving complications from side effects. - July 26, 2009 - LegalView
Forensics Consulting Solutions Moves to New Facility
The new offices of FCS tout state-of-the-art security systems and redundant power systems - July 26, 2009 - Forensics Consulting Solutions
Fort Myers Real Estate Attorney Tyra Read Included in New Book on Florida Foreclosure
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that real estate attorney Tyra Read has contributed to the new book just published by Thomson West, Florida Foreclosure, What Lawyers Need to Know Now. She authored two chapters entitled "Florida's 'Save Our Homes' Benefit... - July 26, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
GetFreeDocs.com Sparks Evolution of Legal Documentation by Offering Free Online Document Preparation
A new website offers great alternative to hiring expensive attorneys for legal documents. With GetFreeDocs.com, users get access to many types of legal documents just by registering with the website. - July 26, 2009 - GetFreeDocs.com
Leading Chinese Law Firm Fosters Role in Combating Corporate Fraud
While leading red circle law firm Lehman, Lee & Xu has built up a strong reputation in the fields of Intellectual Property and Mergers & Acquisitions, the firm also plays a key role in combating corporate fraud. “Every year billions are lost through corporate fraud,” relays... - July 25, 2009 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Lehman, Lee & Xu to Present to Students from China Business School
Attorneys from Lehman, Lee & Xu’s have been asked to present to students from the China School of Business & Law. The program, which gives students from the school the chance to experience Chinese law and culture first hand demonstrates the increasing importance foreign law schools... - July 25, 2009 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Legal Pioneer Edward Lehman Named as Regional President of Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance-Asia-Pacific
Ed Lehman, Managing Director of leading red circle law firm Lehman, Lee & Xu, has been named as the President of the Asia-Pacific grouping of the Global Advertising Lawyer Alliance. Lehman, a long time China resident and preeminent expert on Chinese intellectual property and media/advertising... - July 25, 2009 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
LawProspector Helps Avoid Litigation Support Sales Malpractice
Using these best practice techniques, a litigation support sales team can make targeting major law firms and corporate law departments more like shooting fish in a barrel than looking for a needle in a haystack. The use of LawProspector is recommended and specific techniques for building a prospecting campaign are described. This approach largely eliminates the need for litigation support firms to tediously dig through court dockets and records to find sales leads - July 23, 2009 - LawProspector, LLC
California Attorney Says Michael Jackson Custody Battle a ‘Dire Wakeup Call’ for Unprepared Parents
California estate planning attorney Rodney J. (“Rod”) Hatley is urging parents across the state to re-evaluate the status of their estate plans should they suddenly die or find themselves unable to care for their kids. Hatley says free Web sites, such as sdkidsprotectionplan.com, make it possible to do this even if parents can’t afford a lawyer. - July 21, 2009 - Hatley Law Group
Fort Myers Attorney Scott Beatty Named to Gulf Coast Business Review's 40 Under 40
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that stockholder and commercial litigator Scott Beatty was named to Gulf Coast Business Review's 40 Under 40. The “40 Under 40” list recognizes bright, young business leaders, executives and professionals under the age... - July 19, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
GlaxoSmithKline Joins NAMWOLF and Commits to the Use of Minority and Women-Owned Firms
GlaxoSmithKline joins NAMWOLF as a Corporate Partner. - July 19, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Gregory W. Coleman Receives Prestigious Florida Bar President's Award of Merit
West Palm Beach attorney is awarded top honors by the Florida Bar. - July 19, 2009 - Burman, Critton, Luttier & Coleman
Weitz & Luxenberg Mesothelioma Cancer Lawyers Warn of Secondhand Asbestos Exposure
Secondhand asbestos exposure can lead to the development of asbestos cancers such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. For more information and a free online lawsuit review, visit www.weitzlux.com. - July 18, 2009 - Weitz & Luxenberg
Smith Cunningham Announces Formation of New Firm
Kate Smith and Christopher Cunningham announce the formation of the law firm of Smith Cunningham L.P. - July 18, 2009 - Smith Cunningham L.P
St. Louis Trial Law Firm, Korein Tillery, Launches Web Site
Korein Tillery, a trial law firm with offices in Missouri and Illinois, has launched a web site located at http://www.koreintillery.com. The site, created by PaperStreet, was designed to portray the professionalism of the firm. For decades, attorneys of Korein Tillery have been winning cases in... - July 17, 2009 - PaperStreet Web Design
Forensics Consulting Solutions Welcomes Matt Caston as Vice President of Professional Services
Former Global Vice President of Computer Associates, Inc. joins the FCS Executive team to ensure continued sterling service and quality. - July 17, 2009 - Forensics Consulting Solutions
New Blog for Florida Child Advocate
Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate, P.A, a Florida government law firm, has launched a blog. The blog, created by PaperStreet, was designed to permit the firm's attorneys to provide up-to-date information about Florida foster care. Florida Child Advocate.com and The Florida Foster... - July 17, 2009 - PaperStreet Web Design
Fidelity Law Group and the Chapter 13 Option
San Diego based law group outlines options other than bankruptcy for clients with adjustable rate mortgages. - July 16, 2009 - Fidelity Law Group
The DiLeone Law Group, P.C. Hosts Business Advisory Seminar
Ralph J. DiLeone, managing partner at The DiLeone Law Group, P.C. (www.dileone.com), has announced that the firm will be hosting a seminar for the Business Advisor Partners on Thursday, July 16 from 11:45 a.m to 1:00 p.m. at the Coastal Financial Center, located at 1000 St. Albans Drive. The... - July 15, 2009 - The DiLeone Law Group, P.C.
DUIBlock.com Responds to Article "DWI Checkpoint Alert Site Is Shameless"
The following is in response to an article printed in the Albuquerque Journal, Thursday, July 09, 2009 by Charlie Eisenhood “DWI Checkpoint Alert Site Is Shameless.” - July 15, 2009 - DUIBlock.com
Net Lawman’s Recession Busting Advertising Hits the Spot
For many businesses battling through the recession, advertising costs may seem like one expense too many. But thanks to online legal document provider Net Lawman, businesses across the globe can now target a daily network of over 45,000 SMEs with a new cost effective advertising programme. - July 15, 2009 - Net Lawman Ltd
Dezan Shira & Associates Announces Commitment to Grow India Practice; Founder / Senior Partner Devonshire-Ellis Relocates to Mumbai to Direct Legal, Tax, Compliance
Dezan Shira & Associates, a multi-office provider of legal, accounting, compliance and other business services based in China, announced today that it plans to significantly expand its practice in India and that Chris Devonshire-Ellis, the firm’s Founder and Senior Partner, has relocated... - July 14, 2009 - Dezan Shira & Associates
IBFD Announces the Appointment of Sam Van Der Feltz as Its New Executive Chairman
The International Bureau of Fiscal Documentation (IBFD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam van der Feltz as its new Chairman of the Executive Board. Van der Feltz succeeds Willem Falter, who has been IBFD’s Chief Executive Officer since October 2003, retiring after 5 and a half... - July 13, 2009 - IBFD
Spiderman S. Mulholland, U S Building Consultants, is Issuing a Warning About Conducting Remediation on Homes with Defective Chinese Drywall
A leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese drywall, Spiderman S. Mulholland, Senior Forensic investigator and national consultant with U S Building Consultants and U S Building Laboratories Inc., is issuing a warning to those conducting remediation on homes and buildings across the states including Florida. - July 12, 2009 - USBCI
Bush Seyferth & Paige PLLC Admitted Into the National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms
Bush Seyferth & Paige PLLC was recently accepted into The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms as a Law Firm Member. - July 12, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
MillerCoors Supports The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms' Annual Meeting
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms announced MillerCoors as an official sponsor of their 2009 Annual Meeting. - July 11, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
NAMWOLF Announces Accenture as Diamond Sponsor for 2009 Annual Meeting
Accenture supports The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms 2009 Annual Meeting by signing on as Diamond Sponsor. - July 11, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Las Vegas Bankruptcy Attorneys Haines & Krieger Launch New Bankruptcy and Loan Modification Website
Haines & Krieger, P.C., the leading consumer bankruptcy law firm in Las Vegas, has announced the launch of its new consumer-friendly bankruptcy and loan modification website this week - July 11, 2009 - Haines and Krieger Attorneys at Law
Weitz & Luxenberg Lawyers Offer Free Shoulder Pain Pump Lawsuit Reviews
Shoulder pain pumps have been found to lead to a permanent and painful condition known as PAGCL (Postarthroscopic Glenohumeral Chondrolysis). For a free case revew, visit the Weitz & Luxenberg website (www.weitzlux.com) and complete a short form. - July 10, 2009 - Weitz & Luxenberg
CPEhr Prepares to Service Local Businesses When Employers Direct Insurance Company Vacates California
CPEhr, a Los Angeles-based human resources consulting firm, is preparing to service California employers currently insured by Employers Direct Insurance Company when Employers Direct leaves the California market on August 1. - July 10, 2009 - CPE HR, Inc.
DUI Charges Dropped after Summit Defense Attorney Rabin Nabizadeh Argues Lack of Probable Cause Following a Pretext Stop
In Contra Costa Superior Court today, Mr. Rabin Nabizadeh, a Bay Area DUI defense attorney successfully moved to suppress evidence arguing that his client was improperly arrested for DUI or driving under the influence. According to Mr. Nabizadeh, the client whose name is withheld to protect his... - July 09, 2009 - Summit Defense Attorneys
Dewey & LeBoeuf’s Peter S. Rice to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Understanding New Capital Reserve Requirements for the Life Insurance Industry
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Peter S. Rice, Senior Counsel, Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding New Capital... - July 09, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Record Number of Henderson Franklin Attorneys Selected as 2009 Florida Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars
Fourteen (14) attorneys at the law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. were selected for inclusion in the 2009 2009 Florida Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars lists appearing in Florida Super Lawyers® magazine. - July 09, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Totaldebtrelief.net Successfully Rolls Out Nationwide Credit Card Debt Settlement Program
Total Debt Relief provides a matching service to connect consumers with pre-screened Debt Settlement Professionals. These debt management pros will educate you on all of the options available to you to get out of debt. Total Debt Relief helps you make the most informed decision possible so that you can get your financial life back on track. - July 08, 2009 - Total Debt Relief
Dr. Adam W. Herbert Joins Michael L. Buckner Law Firm Education Practice as Senior Consultant
Dr. Adam W. Herbert, Jr., President and Professor Emeritus of Indiana University, joins the Michael L. Buckner Law Firm Education Practice as a Senior Education Consultant. Dr. Herbert's 40 years of experience in higher education and intercollegiate athletics will assist clients with addressing accreditation, institutional control, compliance, ethics, integrity, internal investigation and NCAA enforcement issues. - July 08, 2009 - Michael L. Buckner Law Firm
Six California Police Departments Open Doors for Sikh American Cops
Today, the Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF)—the oldest Sikh American civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States—announced that, over the past several weeks, six California police departments have confirmed their commitment to equal employment... - July 08, 2009 - Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund
LegalView.info Successfully Launches Construction Accident Information Portal
LegalView.info has successfully launched their construction accident information portal after weeks of redesign of the site. The site is accessible at http://construction-accident-lawyer.legalview.info and contains new pages, new information, and continues to provide access to a construction accident lawyer and a construction accident lawfirm. - July 08, 2009 - LegalView
Nevada Estate Planning & Probate Lawyers at Oshins & Associates Named Super Lawyers and Rising Stars for 2009
Nevada attorneys Steve Oshins and Richard Oshins were named Super Lawyers and Heidi Freeman, Kristen Simmons and Katie Colombo were named Rising Stars, all in the Estate Planning & Probate category. - July 08, 2009 - Law Offices of Oshins & Associates, LLC
Fort Myers Real Estate Attorney Amanda Barritt Appointed to Brightest Horizons Child Development Center Board
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorney Amanda Barritt, an associate in the firm's real estate division, has been appointed to the board of Brightest Horizons Child Development Center. Brightest Horizons is a state-licensed not-for-profit... - July 08, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Fort Myers Real Estate Attorney Denis Noah Named Chairman of Florida Law Network
Fort Myers Real Estate Attorney Denis Noah Named Chairman of Florida Law Network. - July 08, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Davidoff Malito & Hutcher Expands Long Island Office
Law and government relations firm Davidoff, Malito & Hutcher LLP has expanded its Garden City, NY office. The increased space accommodates six attorneys plus support staff and features significant additions to the Firm’s conference facilities. Partner David W. Denenberg, Senior Counsel... - July 04, 2009 - Davidoff Malito & Hutcher LLP
Lowenthal and Abrams P.C, Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice Lawyers, Have Eagerly Launched Their New Website
Lowenthal and Abrams P.C. are pleased to launch its website. Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal and Abrams P.C are experienced and expert in medical malpractice cases. - July 04, 2009 - Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C.
Washington DC DUI Lawyer David Benowitz Joins 1800DUILaws.com
To learn more about proven defenses to drunk driving charges, please contact Washington DC DUI lawyer David Benowitz today at 1.800.DUI.LAWS. - July 04, 2009 - 1800DUILaws.com
Permitting for Boston Independence Day Tea Party Goes Down to the Wire
Permit for Parkman Bandstand was finally approved on Wednesday July 1st after application had been on file since May 29th. Sponsors of the Boston Independence Day Tea Party say they intended to hold the rallies in support of the Constitution and individual rights without the permit if necessary. - July 03, 2009 - Foundation for Conservative Solutions, LLC
Parkmont Group Announces New Web Site wecollectyourjudgments.com
Parkmont Group's new website is up and running as of July 1, 2009. - July 03, 2009 - Parkmont Group