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Seminar: Thomas Klitgaard on Arbitration in China

On Tuesday, December 4, 2007, Thomas Klitgaard, partner at Dillingham & Murphy, visited the head office of Lehman, Lee & Xu in Beijing to give a seminar on arbitration in U. S.-China trade related cases. - December 12, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu

LegalView Keeps Readers Up to Date with Recently Released Scientific Research Findings That Point Out Asbestos in Everyday Products

LegalView recently alerted readers on its mesothelioma blog, which is continually updated, that scientists are finding the presence of asbestos in everyday products. LegalView posted the findings on its mesothelioma information portal that offers a wealth of resources for mesothelioma victims. - December 09, 2007 - LegalView

LegalView Announces Re-Launch of Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Information Portal to Aid Those Enduring the Hardships of the Rare Illness

LegalView announces that it has re-launched its Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis information portal, which offers victims of the disease important resources for receiving legal assistance. The recently re-launched site also provides a wealth of background information on the illness including symptoms and treatments. - December 09, 2007 - LegalView

Abolt Process Service Expands Across the Nation

Abolt's Extensive Network Provides Clients with Superior Service and Convenience. - December 09, 2007 - Abolt Process Service

Action Plus Featured in Tampa Business Journal

In a previous career, Frank Kopczynski was a hospital administrator who helped failing hospitals get on their feet. But 20 years ago, he found himself at a professional crossroads. - December 09, 2007 - Action Plus Bail Bonds

Thompson & Knight Chief Diversity Officer Speaks at International Diversity Summit

Thompson & Knight LLP Partner and Chief Diversity Officer Pauline E. Higgins was a featured speaker at The Globalization of Diversity Summit recently held in London, England. The first-of-its-kind event was organized to bring together chief legal officers, corporate general counsel, law firm... - December 09, 2007 - Thompson & Knight

Hampshire Solicitors Are Listed on the Legal 500

Dyer Burdett & Co has been listed in “Legal 500”, the UK legal profession’s leading analyst, which means the people of Hampshire do not have to travel to London and pay London fees to receive the best legal advice and representation. It is available here on the south coast, at Dyer Burdett & Co. Reaching the Legal 500 is an indication that their efforts are recognized which enhances their reputation both within the profession and with their clients. - December 08, 2007 - Dyer Burdett & Co.

National Arbitration Forum Honors Excellence in Promoting Dispute Resolution and Civil Justice

Honorable Harold Kalina Receives Civil Justice Award - December 07, 2007 - National Arbitration Forum

Edward E. Lehman Recognized as Leading Health Sciences Lawyer by Practical Law Company

Edward E. Lehman, managing director of Lehman, Lee & Xu has been selected for inclusion in the upcoming 2007-2008 Practical Law Company Cross-Border Life Sciences Handbook as a leading health sciences lawyer in China. - December 07, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu

Legal Marketing in Top Form at White Lotus Advertising

White Lotus Advertising is rapidly becoming the premier attorney access resource for consumers in the Southern California marketplace. The group of attorneys they represent has helped clients receive skilled legal representation in their times of need, and has accomplished great monetary recoveries in the process. - December 07, 2007 - White Lotus Advertising

White & Case LLP Named Sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Compliance in December 12, 2007

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that White & Case LLP is a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Compliance - Global Compliance with Export... - December 06, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

LegalView Launches New Practice Area Focusing on Nursing Homes Medical Malpractice and Negligence

LegalView.com has developed a new practice area to provide information on potential medical malpractice and negligence that can occur in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. - December 03, 2007 - LegalView

LegalView Announces Launch of New Practice Area to Aid Those Suffering from Perforated Hearts Due to St. Jude Riata Defibrillator Lead Malfunction

LegalView developed a new practice area for victims of perforated hearts after reports found that the St. Jude Riata Defibrillator Lead wires had malfunctioned in several patients. - December 03, 2007 - LegalView

George J. Terwilliger III, Partner, White & Case LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Compliance Event in December 12, 2007

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that George J. Terwilliger III, Partner with White & Case LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)... - December 03, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

CD&C Launches Virtual Paralegal Firm

CD&C helps solo practitioners and small law firms reduce their overhead costs by 85%. - December 02, 2007 - CD&C Business & Legal Form Processing Services, LLC

LegalView Continues to Track Mesothelioma Information with Details of One Woman's Tragic Diagnosis

LegalView's newly updated mesothelioma blog highlights the latest jury verdicts and asbestos-related information including the story of one individual's tragic childhood asbestos exposure. A woman who, after years of hugging her father as he returned home from work each day as a dockyard worker, was diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer just after her father died from the cancer. - December 01, 2007 - LegalView

LegalView Launches New Practice Area to Assist Users of the Stimulant-Drug Provigil

LegalView recently launched a new practice area that assists those who have been previously prescribed to take a next-generation stimulant known as Provigil. The drug treats narcolepsy in patients, but has been cited for misuse among many. - December 01, 2007 - LegalView

Edward Lehman Appears on CCTV’s “Dialogue” to Raise Awareness of Domestic Violence

Edward Lehman, managing director of Lehman, Lee & Xu participated in International Anti-Domestic Violence Day last Sunday by appearing as a guest on CCTV’s “Dialogue.” The program shed light on a widespread social issue that is traditionally considered a private affair among... - December 01, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu

Legal Advantage, LLC’s Latest Customer Service Web Portal Provides Enhanced Features and Functionality

Legal Advantage, LLC Releases New Customer Service Web Portal to Further Solidify Position as Premier Provider of Legal Support and Patent Illustration Services - November 30, 2007 - Legal Advantage LLC

New Training Courses on Solvency ii, UCITS iii and the Reinsurance Directives - from Compliance LLC

New Training Courses on Solvency ii, UCITS iii and the Reinsurance Directives - from Compliance LLC

Compliance LLC today announced five new compliance web sites (for Solvency ii, UCITS iii and the Reinsurance Directives), and three new compliance training courses. - November 28, 2007 - Compliance LLC

Six Michigan Attorneys Acknowledged as Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s "Up and Coming Lawyers"

Recognizing the rising stars of the Michigan Bar, Michigan Lawyers Weekly recently announced its “Up and Coming Lawyers” for 2007. Nominated by their peers, the following six attorneys are honored with this distinction: • Rachel Bissett, Royal Oak resident, Associate at Garan... - November 28, 2007 - Michigan Lawyers Weekly

"Awake" the Movie Highlights the Need for "Goldilocks" Anesthesia, Says Dr. Barry L. Friedberg

In the well-known fairy tale, Goldilocks finds Poppa bear's porridge too hot, Mama bear's porridge too cold, but Baby bear's porridge just right. ‘Goldilocks’ anesthesia alludes to minimally invasive anesthesia(MIA)® wherein patients are neither over-anesthetized nor under-anesthetized but 'just right.' - November 27, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia

Bree Cottrell Joins The DiLeone Law Group, P.C.

Ralph J. DiLeone, managing partner at The DiLeone Law Group, P.C. (www.dileone.com), a Raleigh-based law firm DiLeone concentrating in business, corporate and estate planning matters, has announced that Bree Cottrell has joined the firm as a paralegal. Cottrell, who will handle a range of duties... - November 27, 2007 - The DiLeone Law Group, P.C.

William J. Anthony Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry

William J. Anthony has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. William is currently the managing partner of the Hartford office of Jackson Lewis LLP. Having earned his Juris Doctorate in Law from Boston University, William has gone on to a very successful career. As... - November 27, 2007 - Princeton Premier

Craig L. Evans Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry

Craig L. Evans has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Craig has been a partner for over one year at Stinson, Morrison and Hecker LLP and received his Juris Doctorate in Law from the University of Kansas. As a partner, Craig represents public companies in court... - November 27, 2007 - Princeton Premier

A Comprehensive Directory of Nationwide Divorce Lawyers

A unique directory of Nationwide Divorce Lawyers had been launched by FDP Inc. Visit http://www.divorce-attorneys.biz , a complete user friendly site. - November 24, 2007 - FDP Inc.

Lehman, Lee & Xu Attends First International Advertisers Conference in Beijing

Lehman, Lee & Xu attended the First International Advertisers Conference in Beijing as the sole Chinese representative of the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA). The China Association of National Advertisers (CANA) and the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA) hosted the event, “a... - November 22, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu

LegalView Adds to Mesothelioma Blog with Newly Updated Information Regarding Chemotherapy for Mesothelioma Victims

LegalView provides readers with a detailed and informative mesothelioma blog where victims can learn important information on the asbestos-related cancer. Of the resources offered on the blog are topics such as chemotherapy, types of mesothelioma and how to best find a mesothelioma lawyer. - November 19, 2007 - LegalView

Legalview Initiates Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Blog to Provide Readers with Powerful Resources on the Illness

To further help victims of Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis, LegalView is introducing an informative, detailed blog on the illness that has caused pain and suffering to those exposed to gadolinium. - November 19, 2007 - LegalView

Legal Advantage, LLC Appoints Regional Sales Director – Los Angeles, CA

Legal Advantage, LLC Announces California Expansion to Further Solidify Position as Premier Provider of Legal Support and Document Review Services - November 16, 2007 - Legal Advantage LLC

Imagos Consulting Releases World's First Conference Audio Recorder with Speaker Identity

Acappella Conference Audio Solution dramatically enhances both the reliability of transcripts and the efficiency of producing them - November 15, 2007 - Imagos Consulting (Aust) Pty Ltd

Edward Lehman Legal Moderator for Alibaba

Lehman, Lee & Xu’s managing director, Edward Lehman, has been working with users of Alibaba.com as a moderator of its legal forum. - November 14, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu

Debt Collection Attorneys Beware: Debtors Are Learning the Law to Make Your Life Miserable

A former successful real estate investor is now victim of the illegal practices of the corrupt debt collection industry and has written in plain language his first book in which he reveals little known secrets of the legal industry to empower the average individual to fight back the system using... - November 12, 2007 - Beat-Debt-Collectors.com

Personal Assistants for Dekalb Bar Lawyers

Indispensable Assistants partners with Dekalb Bar Association as a new member benefit. The partnership will grant discounts to members of the association. Indispensable Assistants will offer customized packages that will only be offered to the members. - November 12, 2007 - Indispensable Assistants

LegalView Adds New Content to Provide Users with Updated Information on the Trasylol Heart-Surgery Drug Recall

Bayer A.G. makers of a heart surgery drug Trasylol recently halted the sale of the drug due to a Canadian study that implied the drug may in fact increase death rates. LegalView immediately updated its site to include information for users on the details of the recall. - November 11, 2007 - LegalView

LegalView Updates Mesothelioma Site to Include Blog Addressing Pertinent Questions Regarding Asbestos Exposure

LegalView provides users with a continually updated blog on its mesothelioma site informing victims of the cancer on topics like asbestos exposure and treatments. The blog includes essential information including the various different forms of mesothelioma. - November 11, 2007 - LegalView

Law Office Document Automation Software

Easy Soft, a leader in law office automation software, announces the release of EasyDocs - one program that provides law firms with a complete solution for document automation. - November 11, 2007 - EasySoft, LLC

North Brunswick, NJ Legal Software Company and the New Jersey Law Journal Introduce Automated Legal Document Preparation Software for Personal Injury Firms

Easy Soft, a leader in law office automation software, in partnership with the New Jersey Law Journal today announced the release of software that makes available electronically for the first time the more than 300 forms included in “The Library of New Jersey Personal Injury Forms” from Javerbaum Wurgaft Hicks Kahn Wikstrom & Sinins of Springfield New Jersey. - November 10, 2007 - EasySoft, LLC

Gary DiBianco, Partner-Litigation & Government Enforcement Litigation with Skadden to Speak at KC’s Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Compliance event in 12/12/07

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Gary DiBianco, Partner - Litigation and Government Enforcement Litigation with Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher and Flom LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference... - November 10, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Lori Leonovicz, Trial Attorney, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Criminal Division, Fraud Section, US Dept. of Justice to Speak at KC’s FCPA Compliance Event in 12/12/07

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Lori A. Leonovicz, Trial Attorney - Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Criminal Division, Fraud Section with U.S. Department of Justice will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming... - November 10, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

John J. Love, Deputy Commissioner for Patent Examination Policy, USPTO to Speak at KC’s Event on Clarifying KSR & Its Impact on Patent Law on November 20, 2007

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that John J. Love, Deputy Commissioner for Patent Examination Policy of United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference... - November 10, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Fish & Richardson P.C., One of the Largest IP Law Firms Named Sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on Clarifying KSR and Its Impact on Patent Law on 11/20/07

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Fish & Richardson P.C., one of the largest intellectual property law firms will be sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Clarifying KSR and Its Impact on Patent Law”. This 2.5-hour event is scheduled for November 20, 2007, Tuesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM ET. - November 09, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

John Dragseth, Principal, Fish & Richardson P.C. to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on Clarifying KSR and Its Impact on Patent Law on November 20, 2007

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that John Dragseth, Principal of Fish & Richardson P.C. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Clarifying KSR and Its Impact on Patent Law”. - November 09, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Jeffrey G. Randall, Partner & Head of Patent Litigation With Skadden to Speak at the KC’s Event on Clarifying KSR & Its Impact on Patent Law on November 20, 2007

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Jeffrey G. Randall, Partner, Intellectual Property and Technology of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled:... - November 09, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Thomas J. Colson, President & CEO, IP.com, Inc. to Speak at the Knowledge Congress Event on Clarifying KSR and Its Impact on Patent Law on November 20, 2007

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Thomas J. Colson, President & CEO of IP.com, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Clarifying KSR and Its Impact on Patent Law”. - November 09, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Kenneth Bass III, Of Counsel, Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. to Speak at KC’s Event on Clarifying KSR & Its Impact on Patent Law on November 20, 2007

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Kenneth Bass III, Of Counsel of Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Clarifying KSR and Its... - November 08, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Jeffrey Sherwood, Partner and Lead Counsel, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer Feld LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Clarifying KSR & Its Impact on Patent Law on 11/20/07

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Jeffrey Sherwood, Partner and Lead Counsel of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer Feld LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Clarifying KSR and Its... - November 08, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Lehman, Lee & Xu Welcomes John Kreiger

Lehman, Lee & Xu is pleased to announce that Mr. John Kreiger has joined the firm’s Beijing legal team. - November 07, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu

Edward Lehman Makes China Product Liability Speech at Columbia Law School

Edward Lehman, Managing Partner at Lehman, Lee & Xu, presented at the Global Justice Forum in New York City on products liability and other plaintiff's actions on behalf of Chinese citizens and/or victims of Chinese corporate misconduct both inside and outside of China. - November 07, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu

Lehman, Lee and Xu Welcomes Victor Leal

Lehman, Lee & Xu is pleased to announce Mr. Victor Simões Leal has joined the firm’s Beijing legal team. - November 07, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu

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