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Las Vegas Bankruptcy Attorneys Haines & Krieger Open Second Office in Northwest Las Vegas
Haines & Krieger, P.C., the leading consumer bankruptcy law firm in Las Vegas, has announced the opening of an office in Northwest Las Vegas in order to better provide much-needed bankruptcy services to residents of the greater Las Vegas area. The new office will be Haines &... - June 04, 2009 - Haines and Krieger Attorneys at Law
Indianapolis Bankruptcy Attorney Addresses National Convention
When more than 5,000 U.S. bankruptcy attorneys from all parts of the country congregated in Chicago at the end of May for the17th annual convention of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, some weighty issues came under discussion, including bankruptcy and foreclosure... - June 04, 2009 - The Bankruptcy Law Office of Mark S. Zuckerberg, P.C.
LegalView to Re-Launch Construction Accident Lawsuit Information Portal
LegalView, the number-one source for everything legal on the web, will soon launch a revamped version of its construction accident legal information resource. - June 03, 2009 - LegalView
Businesses Minimise Costs by Using Net Lawman
Business managers, individuals and law firms discover the benefits of the service as a virtual assistant, Net Lawman plans to expand and offer more online services such as a vast collection of legal forms and a loyalty discount system. - June 03, 2009 - Net Lawman Ltd
NAMWOLF Lauds Efforts to Spur Competition and Diversity in Legal Procurements
NAMWOLF applauds the new proposed policy of Executive Order 10 Task Force to promote the utilization of law firms that have a history of hiring, training and promoting and retaining minority and women attorneys. - June 03, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
NAMWOLF Lauds Formation of New Council to Promote Diversity in Legal Profession, Encourages Inclusion of Minority & Women-Owned Law Firms
NAMWOLF lauds the formation of the “Leadership Council on Legal Diversity” in New York; however, calls for the inclusion of minority and women-owned law firms. - June 03, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
EDSPA Members Address Reproductive Experts on Safe Practices
Recently, in response to the negative press generated by the Octomom and Surrogenesis debacles, the Egg Donation and Surrogacy Professional Association members (“EDSPA”) presented the organization's current status and future plans to a multi-disciplined group of internationally... - June 01, 2009 - EDSPA
Orange County Private Investigator Was Appointed to the School of Criminal Justice Advisory Council
The School of Criminal Justice at ITT Tech has new insight on investigations. Justin Hodson a California Licensed Private Investigator was appointed to the School of Criminal Justice Advisory Board in Anaheim. Mr. Hodson's responsibilities on the board will be to advise the chair of the School of... - June 01, 2009 - Gailey Associates Inc.
Stalking & Harassment Threat Management - Free Copies for Support Groups
Miguel Denyer, Founder and Director of the Institute of Protection Specialists & Security Contractors has released his newest book "The Protection Specialists Guide To Stalking & Harassment Threat Management." With more than 170 pages of information and practical exercises to protect those that are dealing with the very scary reality of dangerous minds. - June 01, 2009 - Institute of Protection Specialists & Security Contractors
Las Vegas Law Student Receives Top Honors
Joshua Gilmore, law clerk at Bailey Kennedy Attorneys at Law in Las Vegas, received top honors from the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV when he received the James E Rogers Outstanding Scholastic Achievement Award. - May 31, 2009 - Bailey Kennedy, Attorneys At Law
Legal TechBase Announces Three New Expert Bloggers: Fitzgerald, Boucher & Estrin
Legal TechBase proudly announces the addition of three experts who will be providing a monthly blog on Computer Forensics and Data Recovery; Trial Research and the Electronic Presentation and Management of Evidence for Trials; and How to Market Yourself and Your Business in Today’s... - May 30, 2009 - Legal TechBase
Orange County Private Investigator to Run for Vice President of CALI
Orange County Private Investigator to run for Vice President of the world’s largest licensed investigators association. - May 29, 2009 - Gailey Associates Inc.
LawBidding.com Allows Individuals and Businesses to Get Bids on Their Legal Issues
LawBidding.com is a new startup website which allows individuals and businesses to post legal issues and attorneys to bid on legal work. - May 29, 2009 - LawBidding.com LLC
Attorney Jeffrey I. Citron of Davidoff Malito & Hutcher LLP Named to "Who's Who"
Jeffrey I. Citron, co-managing partner of Davidoff Malito & Hutcher LLP has been named to "Who's Who in Corporate Law" by Long Island Business News. Mr. Citron specializes in the areas of Corporate Law, Public Finance and Real Estate. He serves as general counsel to numerous... - May 28, 2009 - Davidoff Malito & Hutcher LLP
Assets International LLC Names Finberg as Genealogical Researcher
Southfield-based Assets International LLC has announced the hiring of Naomi Finberg as a Genealogical Researcher. - May 28, 2009 - Assets International
New Book Helps Accident Victims Protect Their Rights
Louisville personal injury attorney Michael A. Schafer has published this book to give accident victims vital information that will level the playing field with the insurance industry. This book not only defines the elements of a personal injury case it also outline actions an accident victim needs... - May 26, 2009 - The Schafer Law Office
Mortgage Loan Audit May be Last Resort for Tough Loan Modifications and Investment Properties
It seems that investment properties, second homes, and jumbo mortgage loans are turned down for modification almost immediately, in the absence of leverage against the lender, like a failing mortgage loan document audit. - May 26, 2009 - MitiGroup, LLC
Hard Times Force People Into Family Court "Solo": Attorney/Mediator Susan Wakefield Coaches Parties Through Divorce with Limited Scope Representation
The high cost of legal services coupled with dire economic times is forcing people to represent themselves in court. Limited Scope Representation, also referred to as LSR or Legal Coaching, is an affordable way for individuals to represent themselves while working with an attorney to ensure that they get the legal advice and guidance needed to prepare their case and move it through the system properly and efficiently. LSR reduces the risks associated with self-representation. - May 26, 2009 - Attorney Susan W. Wakefield
Congressman Frank M. Kratovil, Jr. Addressing MSBA’s Military Law Committee’s Annual Award Banquet Honoring First Brigadier General Philip Sherman Award Recipient
The Military Law Committee of the Maryland State Bar Association is honored to have Congressman Frank M. Kratovil, Jr. address attendees at its first annual award banquet on May 26th, 6PM at the Towson Army National Guard Armory 307 Washington Ave. Baltimore, MD 21204. The award recognizes outstanding legal service to military members or their families. This year’s recipient is J. Michael Lawlor, Esq. - May 23, 2009 - MSBA Military Law Committee
Attorney Scott Mossman Provides Immigration Advice to Summit Defense Clients
According to the US Census, Alameda and Santa Clara Counties rank among the most ethnically diverse places in the United States. Therefore, it’s not surprising that many Bay Area residents who are accused of a crime also happen to be non-citizens. According to Summit Defense attorney Rabin... - May 22, 2009 - Summit Defense Attorneys
Law Firms and Outsourcing: Still a Long Way to Go
The recent survey of US and UK based law firms conducted by ValueNotes reveals that less than 3% of the respondents had any past experience of offshoring legal services. - May 22, 2009 - ValueNotes Database Pvt Ltd
Online Legal Advice on the Rise Due to Bogus Debt Management Crackdown
Lawyers at leading online legal advice and document provider Net Lawman have reported a rise in enquiries for legal advice following the launch of an official crackdown on bogus debt management companies last month. - May 22, 2009 - Net Lawman Ltd
New Legal Resource for Virginia Dog Bite Victims
School-aged children across Virginia will soon be enjoying the freedom of summer vacation and more time spent outdoors. As parents look to keep their children safe, a new legal resource can educate them about a serious subject – dog bites. - May 21, 2009 - Jim Parrish
Henderson Franklin Welcomes Three Summer Associates
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce the addition of three summer associates. Law students Adam Vesey, Amy Paulke and Kyle Knopsnyder will supplement their law school experience by working as clerks at the firm during the summer months. As part of Henderson... - May 21, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Fort Myers Attorney Tricia Spivey Elected Vice-Chairperson of the Collaborative Professionals of Southwest Florida
Henderson Franklin is pleased to announce that Attorney Tricia A. Spivey was elected Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Collaborative Professionals of Southwest Florida. This organization promotes the collaborative process, a method where both parties and their attorneys agree in... - May 21, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
CLM Further Expands in the Corporate Sector
Appoints Senior Counsel from Verizon and Kraft Foods to Advisory Board and Forms Commercial Litigation Committee. - May 21, 2009 - Council on Litigation Management
Balfour Beatty Construction Receives 2009 Greater Dallas Business Ethics Award
Balfour Beatty Construction announced today their selection as a winner of the 2009 Greater Dallas Business Ethics Award. The award, presented at a business luncheon gathering on May 13, recognizes Balfour Beatty as a significant leader in the local Dallas community for their commitment to ethical... - May 20, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
American Right of Way Associates Holds Right of Way Training Program
American Right of Way Associates will hold a training class May 23rd, 2009 at the Petroleum Club of Shreveport. The class is titled Right of Way Agent Training Program. It was developed to teach the skills necessary for new right of way agents to serve the various oil and gas companies located in... - May 20, 2009 - American Right of Way Associates
Army Soldier Sentenced to No Punishment Following Lengthy Trial
A Court-Martial held recently at Anchorage’s Fort Richardson ended in no punishment for an Army soldier from Fort Wainwright. - May 20, 2009 - Gagne, Scherer & Langemo
Law Office of Brian Burkett, CA Attorney - Family and Divorce Law, Launches Online Advertising Campaign to Highlight Their Client-Friendly Services
As customer research trends continue to shift to the internet, Law Office of Brian Burkett of CA Attorney, launches Online Advertising campaign to educate consumers about their convenient client-centered services which reduce the stress and burden of dealing with legal matters. - May 20, 2009 - Law Office of Brian Burkett
Automated Valet Refutes Claim of Patent Infringement
"Recent claims published against Automated Valet are inappropriate and untrue. A press release circulated widely by an Automated Valet competitor, CVPS, alleging patent infringement is misleading and defamatory," claims Automated Founder and CEO Ken Gulec. Company officials wish to... - May 18, 2009 - Automated Valet Parking Manager
ALDAP Updates Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility; Adopts LDA Client’s Bill of Rights
Association implements voluntary standards to increase professional integrity and boost consumer protection in the delivery of self-help legal services. - May 18, 2009 - Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals
Xvand Technology, Provider of IsUtility® to Participate in Flex in the City
Houston information technology provider encourages clients, employees and other businesses to create a more flexible work environment. - May 17, 2009 - Xvand Technology, provider of IsUtility®
Author Lucien Khodeir Releases Second Book Critical of Canada’s Child-Support Guidelines
Read about a newly released book, titled “ultra vires,” that argues that the child-support formula in Canada’s child-support guidelines operates outside its alleged authority. - May 16, 2009 - Khodeir Books
Teller Levit & Silvertrust Files First Cook County E-Claim
Chicago Collection Lawyer (Kevin Posen of Teller, Levit & Silvertrust) Inaugurated Cook County’s New E-Filing Program on Monday, May 11, 2009 in a live demonstration. - May 16, 2009 - Teller, Levit & Silvertrust, PC
RAC and Health Care Lawyer Andrew Wachler Speaks at the 13th Annual Compliance Institute of the Health Care Compliance Association
Andrew Wachler of Wachler & Associates, P.C. spoke at the 13th Annual Compliance Institute of the Health Care Compliance Association meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada on the topic of Recovery Audit Contractors. He spoke with Jennifer O’Brien, Vice President of the Health Care Compliance... - May 16, 2009 - Wachler and Associates
Edward Lehman Invited to Attend the Freedom Day’s Beijing Celebrations
Lehman, Lee & Xu’s Managing Director, Edward Lehman, and senior associate Fleur Chen have been invited by the South African Embassy in Beijing to attend the Freedom Day celebrations held today at the Westin Hotel. The leaders of many Chinese government departments, ambassadors of foreign... - May 15, 2009 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Assets International LLC Names Peltier as Paralegal/Assistant Vice President
Southfield, Mich.-based Assets International LLC announced the hiring of Christine Peltier as a Paralegal/Assistant Vice President. - May 15, 2009 - Assets International
Everett Collection Ruling Reversed
On April 7, 2009 the Honorable Judge McMahon of the United States District Court in the Southern District of New York reconsidered its December 9, 2008 Order granting summary judgment in favor of Michael Grecco Photography Inc. in its copyright claim against the entertainment film archive, the... - May 14, 2009 - Everett Collection
Albany Law School’s 158th Commencement Ceremony
More than 200 students will receive their law degrees at Albany Law School's 158th Commencement, held May 15, 11 a.m., at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. At the ceremony, the Honorable Jonathan Lippman will deliver his first commencement keynote address as Chief Judge... - May 14, 2009 - Albany Law School
Llesiant and SiteForum Team Up to Launch Thought Leadership 2.0
Llesiant, the technology leader in on-demand executive intelligence, and SITEFORUM, leaders in online social networking for business, today announced a new partnership to create thought leadership 2.0 microsite solutions. The partnership creates a one-stop solution for digital thought leadership... - May 13, 2009 - Llesiant
PaperStreet Launches New Web Site for the Law Offices of William Cafaro
PaperStreet proudly announces the launching of the new web site for the Law Offices of William Cafaro. - May 13, 2009 - PaperStreet Web Design
LLPonline.in: Online LLP Incorporation Portal in India
‘Corporate Professionals’, a leading Corporate Legal & Financial Advisory firm today announced the launch of www.llponline.in, the one stop online solution for any information pertaining to LLP law in India. - May 11, 2009 - Corporate Professionals India Pvt. Ltd.
Nationwide Court Document Retrieval from G.A. Public Record Services, Inc.
G.A. Public Record Services, Inc. is proud to announce the launch of GAPRS Docs, a natwionwide court document retrieval service. Clients are able to obtain digital PDF copies of court files for unprecedented ease and convenience. - May 08, 2009 - G.A. Public Record Services, Inc.
Illinois DUI / DWI Lawyer Steven H. Fagan Joins 1800DUILaws.com
To learn more about aggressive defenses to Chicago drunk driving cases, please call Des Plaines, Illinois DUI / DWI lawyer Steven H. Fagan today at 1.800.DUI.LAWS. - May 08, 2009 - 1800DUILaws.com
Three Henderson Franklin Attorneys Recognized in Florida Trend Magazine's Legal Elite 2009
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Michael J. Corso, Thomas H. Gunderson and Denis H. Noah, all stockholders in the firm's Fort Myers office, were named to Florida Trend Magazine's 6th Annual Florida Legal Elite® 2009, a special report which recognizes and... - May 08, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Fort Myers Attorney Carlos A. Kelly Publishes Article in Florida Bar Journal and is Re-Appointed to The Florida Bar Eminent Domain Committee
Carlos A. Kelly, a stockholder at the law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., wrote an article entitled "Eminent Domain: Identifying Issues in Damages for the General Practitioner," which The Florida Bar Journal published in its May 2009 issue. In addition, the... - May 08, 2009 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Teller Levit & Silvertrust Hires New Attorney
Joanna Kielczewski Kellogg Joins Teller, Levit & Silvertrust, PC. - May 07, 2009 - Teller, Levit & Silvertrust, PC
Anchorage OUI Lawyer Fred Slone Joins 1800DUILaws.com
To learn more about aggressive defenses to drunk driving cases, please contact Anchorage OUI lawyer Frederick T. Slone at 1.800.DUI.LAWS. - May 07, 2009 - 1800DUILaws.com
PaperStreet Launches New Site for the Russell Law Firm, PLLC
PaperStreet is proud to announce that the Russell Law Firm has a new home on the web. The new site is easy to navigate, elegant and correctly represents the professionalism of the firm. The Russell Law Firm, PLLC, located now at http://www.russellpllc.com, is a small firm of lawyers with big firm... - May 07, 2009 - PaperStreet Web Design