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A USCIS Forms Preparation Service Dedicated to Immigration Attorneys
Complete preparation of all USCIS forms relating to immigrants who request an adjustment of status - October 02, 2007 - 485Petitions.Com
On-Site Shred Commences Operations for Greater Houston
On-Site Shred, a secure mobile document destruction shredding company, is now providing professional mobile shredding services for Greater Houston. On-Site Shred is locally owned and operated and provides service within a 60-mile radius of Houston. “We are extremely pleased to begin... - September 30, 2007 - On Site Shred
Independent Long Island (ILI) Project Now Accepts "51st State" Scenario
The Governor pro tempore of the Independent Long Island (ILI) project announced today that the project now accepts a "51st state" scenario as an alternative to full secession. - September 29, 2007 - Independent Long Island
The Divorce Industry Costs Americans $28 Billion Dollars a Year, Adding to the Financial Burdens of Leaving a Marriage
With the cost of an average divorce over $20,000.00, married couples thinking of divorcing need to educate themselves before hiring an attorney or doing their divorce using legal forms preparers. - September 29, 2007 - Vivian Rodriguez
Lehman, Lee & Xu Foreign Legal Counsel, Ryan Beers, Attends Welcome Dinner for New Australian Ambassador to China
Foreign Legal Counsel in Lehman, Lee & Xu’s Shenzhen office, Ryan Beers, attended a welcome dinner for the new Australian Ambassador to China, Dr Geoff Raby. The event was organized by the Australian Chamber of Commerce South China, and held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Shenzhen, on August... - September 28, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Lehman, Lee & Xu Adds a "YouTube Dimension" to Their Practices
Lehman, Lee & Xu becomes the first Chinese law firm to create a virtual office tour on YouTube. - September 28, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Set Up a Romanian Company Without Visiting Romania
IEC Law Firm, located in Bucharest, Romania offers legal support for the setup of Romanian companies without the need of being present in Romania. - September 28, 2007 - IEC Law Firm in Bucharest, Romania
United States Supreme Court to Hear Appeal in Arnold Preston vs. Alex Ferrer – Joseph D. Schleimer, Schleimer & Freundlich LLP, Beverly Hills
The United States Supreme Court granted Certiorari and agreed to hear the appeal in Arnold Preston vs. Alex Ferrer. Joseph D. Schleimer, Schleimer & Freundlich LLP, Beverly Hills, California, is counsel for Petitioner Arnold Preston. - September 27, 2007 - Schleimer & Freundlich LLP
Lehman, Lee & Xu Announces New Litigation Department Head
Mr. Ryan Tang, of the Shanghai office, was promoted to head the firm's litigation department. Mr. Tang has worked both as an attorney and judge in Shanghai intermediate court. - September 27, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Lehman, Lee & Xu Announces New Trademark Department Promotions
Ms. Grace Wang and Ms. Li Ruirong have been internally promoted within the trademark department. Ms. Wang will now head the firm's trademark department, while Mr. Li will provide administrative support as the trademark administration manager. - September 27, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Michigan Lawyers Weekly Expands Reporting Staff with Addition of Natalie Lombardo
Michigan Lawyers Weekly— the premier weekly publication for the legal profession in the state of Michigan— has expanded their writing staff, adding reporter Natalie Lombardo. In this role, she is responsible for writing news and feature articles focused on Michigan courts and current... - September 26, 2007 - Michigan Lawyers Weekly
Lawline.com Offers New Virginia CLE Online Bundles for $275
The deadline to complete Continuing Legal Education requirements in Virginia is October 31st. Lawline.com, a leading provider of CLE online, has just released four new online CLE bundles for Virginia to make completing these credits as easy as possible. Lawline.com’s mission is to serve individual attorneys and law firms alike, making the CLE process easier and more efficient. - September 25, 2007 - FurtherEd
Lawyers Who Receive Referral Fees from Investment Advisors Should Watch Out
Dorothy K. Phillips says that lawyers who accept fees from an investment advisor for referring a client to it for investment of the client's equitable distribution proceeds should watch out. - September 25, 2007 - Dorothy K. Phillips & Associates, LLC
Why This Major Publisher Does Not Sell to Bookstores
This publisher offers its nonfiction books of self-help, social issues, inspirational and other titles only to Corporations, Nonprofits and Organizations for distribution to their employees and associates to fit their own marketing needs and strategy. Tell them the book title you need and they will even write the book for you. - September 21, 2007 - United Citizens For Legal Reform
Thompson & Knight Attorneys Selected for Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Lawyers in America
The international law firm of Thompson & Knight congratulates John H. Martin and Jeffrey A. Zlotky on being named by the legal services information company Lawdragon to its list of “Leading Lawyers in America.” - September 20, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
Michigan Lawyers Weekly Names Douglas Levy Associate Editor
Michigan Lawyers Weekly— the premier weekly publication for the legal profession in the state of Michigan— has named Douglas Levy associate editor. In this role, he is responsible for writing news and feature articles for the publication, as well as editing and finalizing pages for... - September 20, 2007 - Michigan Lawyers Weekly
David Paulson of Helms Mulliss & Wicker Recognized as a 2007 Mover & Shaker
David Paulson, managing partner of the Helms Mulliss & Wicker Raleigh office, has been recognized by Business Leader magazine as a 2007 Mover & Shaker. The award honors 36 business professionals who have made a significant impact through community involvement by participating in volunteer... - September 19, 2007 - Helms Mulliss Wicker
Atlanta’s Growing Attraction as Corporate Relocation Site Presents Opportunity for Regional Law Firm
The Problem: Different States’ Varying Real Estate Closing Regulations Conflict With Most Companies’ Desire to Quickly Close on Properties – Particularly in Light of Changing Real Estate Markets. The Solution: Many Attorneys Spread Across a Multi-State Region Whose Work is Coordinated Through a Central Point - September 18, 2007 - Morris|Hardwick|Schneider
Morris|Hardwick|Schneider Offers Real Estate Closing Services to Booming Hispanic Population
As Atlanta’s Hispanic population continues to grow, Morris|Hardwick|Schneider, one of the largest real estate closing law firms in the nation with 37 offices in Atlanta, has established new services to help Spanish-speaking home buyers and sellers understand and navigate the often intimidating real estate closing process. - September 18, 2007 - Morris|Hardwick|Schneider
LegalView Highlights New Drunk Driving Information as Authorities Institute New Sober Driving Campaign
In response to striking new information concerning drunk driving in America, LegalView.com would like to remind readers of its comprehensive collection of helpful legal information at its Automobile Accident information portal. - September 17, 2007 - LegalView
LegalView Expands Coverage to Address Important Legal Issue of Defective Airbags
In response to growing public conern, LegalView.com, your home on the Web for everything legal, is expanding its coverage of defective airbags and auto accidents to focus on this potentially serious safety hazard. - September 17, 2007 - LegalView
Cohen Pontani Lieberman & Pavane Partner Kent Cheng Briefs BioPharm Industry on Proposed Legislation Impacting the US Availability of Comparable Biologic Drugs
Cohen Pontani Lieberman & Pavane LLP Partner Kent H. Cheng, Ph.D., is scheduled to update attendees of BioPharm Asia 2007 in Singapore, September 24-27, on the impact of proposed U.S. legislation targeting patents and market exclusivity for comparable biologics. “We expect there to be... - September 17, 2007 - Cohen Pontani Lieberman & Pavane LLP
The National Arbitration Forum Resolves Univision, Webkinz and Hershey's Kisses Domain Name Disputes
Dispute Resolution Program Boasts a Legal Process that is Quick, Inexpensive, Neutral and Expert - September 14, 2007 - National Arbitration Forum
Kirby D. Behre, Partner, Litigation Department at Paul Hastings to Speak at KC’s Event on E-discovery Fall Update on October 4, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Kirby D. Behre, Partner, Litigation Department at Paul Hastings will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “E-discovery Fall Update”. This... - September 14, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Richard Gomes, SVP Corporate IT Risk Management Policy Worldwide Records Management Program, Citigroup to Speak at KC’s Event on E-discovery Fall Update on 10/04/07
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Richard Gomes, SVP Corporate IT Risk Management Policy, Worldwide Records Management Program of Citigroup Global Markets will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “E-discovery Fall Update”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for October 4, 2007, Thursday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - September 14, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Attorney Claims Your Children Are at Risk Even if You Have a Will
It’s incredible to believe, but 74% of U.S. parents don’t have a Will and even those who do still risk their children being taken from their home, at least temporarily, if they are injured or die. Think about it. - September 14, 2007 - Family Wealth Matters
New Web Site in Memorial of the 911 Terrorist Attack on America
New Web Site developed in memorial of the savage 911 terrorist attack on America features some of the greatest links on the Internet, pictures and narrative as a grim reminder of the goal of the Jihadist radicals with stated goal of destroying America. - September 08, 2007 - United Citizens For Legal Reform
National Minority-Owned Law Firm Adds Litigation Attorney
Nancy Allf joins Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP - September 08, 2007 - Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP
79 Thompson & Knight Attorneys Honored in The Best Lawyers in America® 2008
The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to congratulate its 79 attorneys who were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2008 (Copyright 2007 by Woodward/White, Inc., of Aiken, S.C.). Thompson & Knight is honored to have more... - September 07, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
Tina Shanahan Wins 2007 Excellence in Mentoring Award
Be Active North Carolina, Inc. a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health of all North Carolinians, has announced that Tina Shanahan, president and chief executive officer, has been awarded the 2007 Triangle Business Journal’s Excellence In Mentoring Award, presented by RBC... - September 01, 2007 - Shanahan Law Group
Helms Mulliss & Wicker Opens New E-Discovery Facility
Helms Mulliss & Wicker announces the opening of a new E-Discovery facility in Charlotte that will house more than 40 professionals and is equipped with computer workstations specially configured to efficiently perform large-scale document reviews. - August 31, 2007 - Helms Mulliss Wicker
E Works Consulting, Inc. Announces New Training and Accountability Program That Combats Identity Theft at Little to No Cost to Companies
E Works Consulting, Inc. announced today that they will be launching multiple campaigns and training procedures to assist in educating businesses and their employees on identity theft practices - as well as how to better protect themselves and comply with federal laws – all at little to no... - August 31, 2007 - E Works Consulting, Inc.
Randy A. Burba, Chief of Public Safety at Chapman University, Has Been Selected for Inclusion Into the Princeton Premier Registry
Randy A. Burba, chief of public safety at Chapman University, has been selected for inclusion into the Princeton Premier Registry. As the chief, Randy oversees all safety related issues including transportation and public safety. Randy also inspects buildings to make sure they are up to date with... - August 30, 2007 - Princeton Premier
NOLA Will Host Drug Policy Alliance Conference in December Which Expanding VCL Plans to Attend with New Look from LogoBee
The VCL is a non-profit organization that is made up of lawyers who want to reform the current drug policy. They plan on attending the Drug Policy Alliance conference in New Orleans this December. They also plan on expanding into a national organization; their new image from LogoBee was the first step. - August 30, 2007 - LogoBee Logo Design
LifeAfter50.com Announces New Dental Program and Enhanced Website
Visitors to LifeAfter50.com can now link directly to more than 30 dental plans offering from 10% to 60% discounts on most dental procedures including checkups, cleanings, crowns, root canals, dentures, oral surgery and even cosmetic dentistry on select plans. - August 29, 2007 - Southland Publishing, INC.
Helms Mulliss & Wicker Announces Addition to Litigation Counsel
John H. Anderson, Jr. has joined the Wilmington office of Helms Mulliss & Wicker with a practice focus in trial-ready litigation. - August 29, 2007 - Helms Mulliss Wicker
ALI-ABA Teams with Internet Research Experts to Launch an Internet Fact Finding for Lawyers Newsletter
Publication Based on Levitt & Rosch’s Best-Selling Book; First issue is free online. - August 29, 2007 - Internet For Lawyers
National Minority-Owned Law Firm Adds Employment Attorney
Kathleen M. Paustian joins Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP - August 29, 2007 - Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP
CALI Turns 25
From the beginning, the nonprofit Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI) has been a leader in the use of computers and technology for legal education purposes. - August 29, 2007 - CALI
Thompson & Knight Attorney Named Chairman of Advisory Council and Conference
The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to congratulate R. Gordon Appleman on being named Chairman of The University of Texas (UT) College of Liberal Arts Foundation Advisory Council and Chairman of The University of Texas School of Law’s (UT Law) 55th Annual... - August 24, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
Attorneys in ADR Need Advocacy Skills Too
As seen in the July 2 issue of Lawyers USA, the National Institute for Trial Advocacy offers alternative dispute resolution courses to attorneys. - August 24, 2007 - National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Parker Schofield’s Essential Guidelines for Hiring a Personal Property Appraiser
Parker Schofield Inc., (www.parkerschofield.com) is a Personal Property Appraisal company providing an array of appraisal services in Florida, nationally and worldwide. The CEO, Evin Daly, is an expert in the appraisal of jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, plus antique and modern firearms. A life-long... - August 20, 2007 - Parker Schofield
HireTrade Launches a Revolutionary New Online Marketplace for Professional Services
Brand New One-of-a-Kind Legal Marketplace Goes Live - August 17, 2007 - HireTrade LLC
Australia Opens Its Doors to Britain’s Key Workers
The Australian Government has announced another round of sweeping changes to its immigration policies which will make it easier for young, English speaking British skilled workers to emigrate to Australia. - August 17, 2007 - Australian Visa Bureau
Cambridge Who’s Who Inducts David Burnell Smith Into the Cambridge Who’s Who Executive and Professional Registry
David Burnell Smith Inducted Into Cambridge Who’s Who Executive and Professional Registry - August 17, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Joseph D. Schleimer to Moderate CLE Program for Beverly Hills Bar Association on the Legal Regulation of Talent Managers
Entertainment lawyer Joseph D. Schleimer will moderate a CLE program for the Beverly Hills Bar Association on the Legal Regulation of Talent Managers on September 19, 2007, at Lawry's Restaurant in Beverly Hills. - August 16, 2007 - Schleimer & Freundlich LLP
Social Psychologist and Author Launches Certification Program for Professionals in Anger Management
Premier state of the art Certification Program for Professionals in Anger Management launched. - August 14, 2007 - Marriage and Family Therapists of New York
NewGenTek Takes the Sting Out of Compliance
NewGenTek's Compliance suite "Channel Islands Compliance Center" simplifies compliance with regulations such as, SOX, Hipaa, and GLBA. Channel Islands Compliance Center automates financial and IT controls across the enterprise. The Compliance Monitoring and Reporting features allow an... - August 14, 2007 - NuOPus
McCullough, Williams, Bowden & Cyr Announces 2007 Super Lawyers
The law firm of McCullough, Williams, Bowden & Cyr, P.A. announced today that two of their partners, D. Patrick McCullough and Gerald O. Williams, have again been named Super Lawyers® by Minnesota Law and Politics magazine. D. Patrick McCullough has been the managing attorney of the firm... - August 14, 2007 - McCullough, Williams, Bowden & Cyr
NJ Transit Worker Dies of Pulmonary Fibrosis, Widow Awarded 19M
The wife of a New Jersey Transit employee who died in 2002 of a job-related lung disease was awarded $19.2 million by a Superior Court jury in New Brunswick. - August 13, 2007 - Barry R. Eichen