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Newport Beach Attorney Karren Kenney Earns CFE Credential
Karren Kenney is a premier criminal defense attorney in Newport Beach, California who specializes in White Collar Crime Defense and handles all types of fraud related cases including healthcare fraud, insurance fraud, investment fraud, employee fraud, corporate fraud and others. Ms. Kenney was just awarded the highly sought after fraud examiner certification by the Association of Certified Fraud Specialists (ACFE). - August 03, 2018 - Kenney Legal Defense Corporation
Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. of Dallas, Texas has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of law. About Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. Mary Jo McCurley has over 35 years experience in the... - August 03, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Counsellors Title Agency Enhances Closing Services for New Jersey Attorneys Through Its Attorney Settlement Assistance Program™
The Improved ASAP Service Delivers Dedicated Processors and Closers to NJ Real Estate Attorneys - August 02, 2018 - Counsellors Title Agency, Inc.
Restorative Justice Based Attorney Will Conduct Workshop at International Restorative Justice Conference
Attorney Brenda Waugh will share her experiences in developing a way to practice law that brings the values and principles of restorative justice at an upcoming conference in St. Paul, Minnesota. - August 02, 2018 - Brenda Waugh
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Quentin Stupski to Its Tallahassee Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Quentin (Tod) Stupski has joined the firm’s Tallahassee office as an Attorney. Stupski assists in handling matters related to Workers’ Compensation defense and Appeals. He possesses more than 20 years of experience handling... - August 02, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association Announces the Honorable William J. Bennett as the 2019 Conference Keynote Speaker
The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) has announced its 2019 Conference and Trade Show will be held at Wyndham Hotel, San Antonio River Walk, Texas, March 26-29, 2019. NDASA is also pleased to announce that the Keynote Speaker for the Conference will be the Honorable William J. - August 01, 2018 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
Ken Epstein, Investment Manager and Legal Counsel, Bentham IMF to Speak at TKG’s Restructuring and Bankruptcy: Latest Trends and Developments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ken Epstein, Investment Manager and Legal Counsel, Bentham IMF will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Restructuring and... - August 01, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Mary Cushing Doherty Receives the Eric Turner Memorial Award from the PBA
High Swartz partner, Mary Cushing Doherty was honored last week at the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section Summer with the prestigious Eric Turner Memorial Award. - August 01, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
Kahana & Feld Adds Insurance Defense Partner and Expands to Arizona
Kahana & Feld LLP is pleased to announce that Courtney A. Winzeler, Esq. has joined the firm as a Partner in the construction/real estate, insurance defense, and general liability practice groups. Winzeler practices in the States of California and Arizona and will be opening Kahana &... - July 31, 2018 - Kahana Feld
Pennsylvania Workers' Comp Law Firm, Cardamone Law, Opens Allentown, PA Office
Cardamone Law, LLC, a well known Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Law Firm for injured workers, opens office in Allentown to better serve Lehigh Valley clients. - July 31, 2018 - Cardamone Law, LLC
Bringing Good Cheer to Flint - Flint Town “Back to School” Carnival
The National Clean Water Collective (NCWC), Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, NorthStar Social Justice Law Group and Darley are excited to host the Flint Town “Back to School” Carnival being held at the Berston Field House, 3300 North Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48505 on August 4, 2018 from... - July 30, 2018 - Napoli Shkolnik PLLC
Former Intelligence Community Inspector General I. Charles McCullough, III Joins Compass Rose Legal Group as Partner
I. Charles McCullough III, former Intelligence Community Inspector General appointed by President Barack Obama, has joined Compass Rose Legal Group, PLLC as Partner. This is a significant milestone for the firm, now one of the premiere boutique security clearance, federal employment, and national... - July 30, 2018 - Compass Rose Legal Group, PLLC
Workman Law Office, PA Named One of the Top 20 Criminal Defense Law Firms in Jacksonville, Florida
Workman Law Office, PA has been named one of the Top 20 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Jacksonville, Florida for 2018 by Expertise, LLC, an internet-based company that vets service providers nationwide using an algorithm designed to objectively identify only the best. To determine this... - July 28, 2018 - Workman Law Office, PA
Atlanta Litigation Attorney Discusses Rights of a Minority Shareholder
The Atlanta litigation attorney at KPPB Law released a blog discussing the right of a minority shareholder within a C corporation. - July 28, 2018 - KPPB LAW
Four Henderson Franklin Attorneys Honored as Florida Trend Magazine's 2018 Legal Elite
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorneys Amanda Barritt, Thomas Gunderson, Russell Schropp and Robert Shearman were named to the 2018 Florida Trend Magazine's Legal Elite.® To compile the list, Florida Trend asked actively practicing Florida attorneys... - July 28, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
JURISolutions Acquires Legal Executive Search Firm Link Legal Search Group
JURISolutions, Inc. (JSL), an award-winning legal services firm, has acquired Link Legal Search Group, a Texas-based legal executive search firm, as a strategic piece of the new full-service executive search division of JSL. Link Legal Search Group, which focuses on retained legal search services... - July 27, 2018 - JURISolutions, Inc.
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Partner Regina Franco Murphey and Attorney Jacob S. Slotin to Its Fort Lauderdale Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Regina Franco Murphey has joined the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office as a Partner and Jacob (Jake) S. Slotin has joined as an Attorney. Murphey focuses her practice on all aspects of liability and casualty defense. She represents a... - July 27, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
Kory George Named Fellow of Construction Lawyers Society of America
Woods & Aitken LLP is proud to announce that Kory George has been selected as a Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America (CLSA), an exclusive construction law honorary society. George, a partner in the firm’s Construction Law Practice Group, practices out of the firm’s... - July 27, 2018 - Woods Aitken LLP
William P. Bowden, Director, Ashby & Geddes to Speak at TKG’s Restructuring and Bankruptcy: Latest Trends and Developments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that William P. Bowden, Director, Ashby & Geddes will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Restructuring and Bankruptcy: Latest... - July 27, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Naples Attorney Beth Vogelsang Named Chair of Henderson Franklin's Family Law Department
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Beth Vogelsang is the new Chair of the firm’s Family Law Department, a role that David Sims has held since 2005. With over 30 years’ experience in the courtroom, Vogelsang represents clients in all... - July 26, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Sunter Accepted Into ACTEC Educational Program
Farr Law Firm is proud to announce that partner Will W. Sunter has been accepted into the 2018-19 ACTEC class for the Florida Fellows Institute. - July 26, 2018 - Farr Law Firm
Mary Cushing Doherty and Melissa M. Boyd Lead Sessions at the Pennsylvania Bar Association
High Swartz partners from the firm’s Family Law practice, Mary Cushing Doherty, and Melissa M. Boyd led sessions at the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Summer Meeting on July 12th through the 15th in Hershey. Ms. Doherty was a speaker on the panel “Drafting Agreements in the... - July 26, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
International Law Firm Merritz Hosts the First of a Series of Round Table Discussions on Arbitration in Uzbekistan
Merritz International Law Firm hosted the first of a series of round table discussions with the presence of the representatives from the ministries, government organizations, leading law firms and legal practitioners. The discussions included the matters related to the future of arbitration in Uzbekistan, the draft arbitration law “On international commercial arbitration” and the establishment of the Tashkent international arbitration center in Uzbekistan, amongst many other topics. - July 25, 2018 - Merritz Law Firm in Uzbekistan
Won Mega Millions? Lottery Lawyer Offers 5 First Steps
With the Mega Millions jackpot at $512 million, now is the perfect time to know what steps to take in case you win. Jason M. Kurland, known as The Lottery Lawyer, shares the following five tips for winners. - July 24, 2018 - Rivkin Radler LLP
“Fifty Shades of Black and White”: New Book Details Lawsuit Behind Publishing Phenomenon, “Fifty Shades of Grey”
Mike Farris and Jennifer Pedroza recount the scandal, treachery, and betrayal behind the publishing of one of the most lucrative juggernauts in publishing history. - July 23, 2018 - Mike Farris and Jennifer Pedroza
Following ZTE’s Commerce Department Ban Lift, Chief Compliance Officer and Legal Counsel ZTE USA Joins Defence Exports Speaker Line-up
New speaker Matt Bell, Chief Compliance Officer & Legal Counsel for ZTE USA is set to present on "How to do business with the US" at Defence Exports 2018. - July 23, 2018 - SAE Media Group
49th Street Bail Bonds Welcomes Newest Intern to Bail Bond Agency
Clearwater, Florida Bail Bonds Agency Hires Intern. - July 23, 2018 - 49th Street Bail Bonds
Atlanta Corporate Governance Attorney Discusses the LLC Formation Process
An Atlanta corporate governance attorney at KPPB Law recently released a blog explaining the benefits of hiring a corporate governance attorney to guide business owners through the LLC formation process. An LLC, or limited liability company, is a simpler version of a corporation that provides... - July 23, 2018 - KPPB LAW
Digitory Legal Joins Global Legal Blockchain Consortium
Digitory Legal announced today that it has joined the Global Legal Blockchain Consortium (GLBC), an organization that is bringing together stakeholders across the legal industry to create standards for governance of the use of blockchain in law. Members include over 30 large companies, law firms,... - July 21, 2018 - Digitory Legal
Petro Cohen Law Firm and Kids’ Chance of New Jersey Announce 2018-2019 Scholarship Recipient
For the fifth consecutive year, the law firm of Petro Cohen Petro Matarazzo has partnered with Kids’ Chance of New Jersey (KCNJ) to award a student with financial hardship a “Doctorate Degree” scholarship. The scholarship benefits young adults who have endured financial burdens due to the loss or serious injury of a parent during a workplace accident. The 2018-2019 scholarship recipient is once again South Amboy, NJ resident and NJIT student, Scott Kwiatek. - July 20, 2018 - Petro Cohen, P.C.
The White Law Group Announces the Filing of a FINRA Arbitration Claim Against Kovack Securities
FINRA Claim Alleges Unsuitable Investing in High-risk Penny Stocks. - July 19, 2018 - The White Law Group, LLC
New Leadership at The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles, a Domestic Nonprofit Organization, with 501(c)(3) status is excited to announce its new leadership for the 2018-2019 fiscal year. - July 19, 2018 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
Attorney David S. Chesley Won The 2018 Elite Lawyers Award for Criminal Defense
The Law Office of David S. Chesley is pleased to announce that their esteemed Attorney David S. Chesley has received 2018 "Elite Lawyer Award" for Criminal Defense. - July 18, 2018 - Law Offices of David S. Chesley
Kelley Kronenberg Partner Jeffrey M. Wank Recognized as Daily Business Review on the Rise Honoree
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, is proud to announce that Partner Jeffrey M. Wank was selected as an On the Rise honoree by the Daily Business Review. Lawyers selected for this honor are recognized as legal overachievers under the age of 40 who are standouts in their respective... - July 18, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
The Association of Legal Administrators Joins the Global Legal Blockchain Consortium
The Association of Legal Administrators is the first membership association to become part of the Global Legal Blockchain Consortium (GLBC), joining more than 30 large companies, law firms, software companies and universities. The GLBC exists to develop standards that govern the use of blockchain... - July 17, 2018 - Association of Legal Administrators
California Band Releases "Immigrantes" Single to Raise Money for Immigrant Families
A new song called "Inmigrantes" by a California Mexi-Americana band will raise money for immigrants jailed in the recent border crackdown. Califuegos will donate 50 percent of the 2018 profits from the song “Inmigrantes" to the ACLU, Texas Civil Rights Project, and RAICES, nonprofits that promote justice by providing free and low-cost legal services to under-served immigrant families. - July 16, 2018 - Califuegos
Real Estate Attorney Edward Canterbury Elected to Henderson Franklin's Executive Committee
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Edward Canterbury has been elected to serve on the firm’s Executive Committee for a three-year term. Canterbury joined Henderson Franklin in September 2005 and was elected a stockholder in 2011. He is Florida... - July 14, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Almudena Arcelus, Principal, Analysis Group to Speak at TKG’s Understanding and Analyzing the Legal and Economic Considerations in Antitrust Damages Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Almudena Arcelus, Principal, Analysis Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding and Analyzing the Legal and... - July 14, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Local Pastor/Music Producer Initiates a Petition for New Legislation to Protect Unwitting Online American Shoppers After Alleged Amazon.com Purchase
Tyrone Holmes of BBE NYC says, “Updated laws are needed to protect American consumers from such negligence, fraud, misuse of power, corporate irresponsibility, and other such harmful acts which should now be looked at and drafted into new legislation by the US Congress as a law.” After... - July 13, 2018 - BBE NYC
2018 Super Lawyers Names 13 Jones Foster Attorneys
Jones Foster is proud to announce that 13 attorneys, over half of its Shareholders, have been named in the 2018 edition of Super Lawyers, an honor less than five percent of lawyers statewide are selected to receive each year. Super Lawyers is a national rating service of outstanding lawyers who... - July 13, 2018 - Jones Foster
Samantha Lunn, Partner, Husch Blackwell to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s FRCP’s Recent Developments and Amendments: What Lies Ahead in 2018 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Samantha Lunn, Partner, Husch Blackwell will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “FRCP’s Recent Developments and Amendments:... - July 13, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Ryan Hackney, Attorney, AZA to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s FRCP’s Recent Developments and Amendments: What Lies Ahead in 2018 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ryan Hackney, Attorney, AZA will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “FRCP’s Recent Developments and Amendments: What Lies... - July 12, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Florida Trend Recognizes Jones Foster Attorneys as 2018 Legal Elite
Jones, Foster, Johnston & Stubbs, P.A. is pleased to announce that five attorneys have been named in the 2018 edition of Florida Trend’s Legal Elite, an annual publication that recognizes top lawyers in the state as selected by their peers. Notably, less than 2 percent of attorneys... - July 11, 2018 - Jones Foster
Neto Financial Group Opens Office in Nashville, Tennessee
Neto Financial Group Inc., an Accounting, Tax, and Wealth Advisory firm founded in Miami, Florida, has opened an office in Nashville, Tennessee. Elizabeth Morton, CPA, and Arturo Neto, CFA, CPWA, opened the office in early June to provide a full suite of financial services to small business owners... - July 10, 2018 - Neto Financial Group
Morris Hall, PLLC Welcomes New Phoenix Attorney
The law firm of Morris Hall is pleased to welcome Michael Halliday to Its Phoenix and Mesa Offices. - July 10, 2018 - Morris Hall PLLC
Stephanie A. Henrick Named a 2018 Lawyer on the Fast Track
High Swartz attorney, Stephanie A. Henrick, was recently awarded the prestigious honor of being one of The Legal Intelligencer’s 2018 Lawyers on the Fast Track. Ms. Henrick was awarded the honor after a panel of five members judged legal professionals across the state. A total of 30... - July 08, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
Lee C. Falke, Esq. Recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Lee C. Falke, Esq. of Dayton, Ohio has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 61 years in the field of law. About Lee C. Falke, Esq. Lee Falke, Esq. is the Manager of Falke and Dunphy LLC,... - July 04, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Robert Golan, PC of Golan & Masiakos Provides Safety Tip Sheet for Taxi & Ridesharing Service Drivers
Robert Golan, PC of Golan & Masiakos, Provides Safety Tip Sheet for Taxi, Uber and Lyft Drivers. - July 03, 2018 - Robert Golan, PC
Four Kelley Kronenberg Lawyers Listed in the 2018 Florida Super Lawyers Magazine
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that firm partners Dennis J. LeVine and Louis Reinstein have been selected to the 2018 Florida Super Lawyers list. Additionally, Partner Jeffrey M. Wank and Attorney Marc A. Marra were selected for inclusion in the 2018 Florida Rising Stars... - July 01, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
Kelley Kronenberg Adds Liliana Lyon to Expanding Marketing Department
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Liliana Lyon has joined the firm’s Marketing Department as Marketing Project Manager. In this newly created position, Lyon will oversee the development and execution of key marketing initiatives, including digital marketing,... - June 30, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg