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John J. Ciafone, Esq. Honored as a Top 100 Lawyer by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
John J. Ciafone, Esq. of Astoria, New York has been honored with early admission as a Top 100 Lawyer for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About John J. Ciafone, Esq. John J. Ciafone is an Attorney in... - December 16, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Law Office of Alena Shautsova Wins Asylum Claim for LGBT Ukrainian National
Immigration attorney Alena Shautsova helped an LGBT Ukrainian national to receive asylum in the United States. - December 15, 2017 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Kate Vetrano, of Vetrano|Vetrano & Feinman LLC is Chosen as One of the "2018 Best Lawyers in America©" for Family Law and Family Law Mediation
Kathleen Vetrano, a family law attorney with Vetrano|Vetrano & Feinman LLC has earned a spot on the coveted Best Lawyers® 2018 list of The Best Lawyers in America©. - December 15, 2017 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Main Line Family Lawyer Kate Vetrano Appointed to Publications Development Board for American Bar Association Family Law Section
Main Line Family Lawyer, Kate Vetrano, was appointed as a member of the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section Publications Development Board for a three-year term. - December 15, 2017 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Martin B. Pavane, Vice Chair, Intellectual Property Department, Co-Chair, ANDA & Biologics Practice Group, Cozen O'Connor to Speak at TKG’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Martin B. Pavane, Vice Chair, Intellectual Property Department, Co-Chair, ANDA & Biologics Practice Group, Cozen O'Connor will speak at the Knowledge... - December 14, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
LawSuitCity Releases Its Nationwide Platform
LawSuitCity is pleased to announce its nationwide platform roll-out. LawSuitCity is a one of a kind site that helps potential clients and lawyers connect with one another. - December 14, 2017 - LawSuitCity
Joseph Reisman, Partner, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP to Speak at TKG’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Joseph Reisman, Partner, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The Hatch-Waxman Act: Recent... - December 13, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Sr. Counsel James S. Brady, Esq. Honored as a Top 100 Lawyer for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sr. Counsel James S. Brady, Esq. of Grand Rapids, Michigan has been honored as a Top 100 Lawyer for two consecutive years, 2017 and now for 2018, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of law. About Sr. - December 12, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Mark T. Deming, Shareholder, Polsinelli to Speak at TKG’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark T. Deming, Shareholder, Polsinelli will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The Hatch-Waxman Act: Recent Amendments and... - December 12, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
“Don’t Gag Me” Report Issued by Sorry Works
Confidentiality clauses in med-mal settlements focus of study by national patient safety group. - December 11, 2017 - Sorry Works! Inc.
33rd Street Bail Bonds Launches Online Guide on Staying Safe Over the Holidays
Orlando, Florida-Based Bail Bond Agency Offers Tips for Staying Safe and Out of Jail This Holiday Season. - December 11, 2017 - 33rd Street Bail Bonds
Elizabeth Garnett, Paralegal at Rawls Law Group, Receives 2017 Unsung Legal Heroes Award
Rawls Law Group, PC is proud to announce that Elizabeth Garnett, one of their healthcare paralegals, has been selected in the Virginia Lawyers Weekly Class of 2017 “Unsung Legal Heroes.” Elizabeth received this award for her outstanding work and positive influence in the legal... - December 10, 2017 - Rawls Law Group
Attorneys Hartz and Morse Join Orr & Reno
Orr and Reno welcomes attorneys Laura Hartz and Nathaniel Morse to the law firm. Hartz's practice will focus on environmental law, land use and business law. Morse will concentrate on environmental law, energy law and litigation. Hartz is a graduate of Tufts University and Vermont Law School where... - December 08, 2017 - Orr & Reno
Jason Spak, Attorney, FisherBroyles, LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jason Spak, Attorney, FisherBroyles, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast. - December 07, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
T. Peter Pierce, Shareholder, Richards, Watson & Gershon to Speak at the Appellate Litigation Landscape: What Lies Ahead in 2018 and Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that John D. North, Partner, Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Appellate Litigation... - December 06, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Family Lawyer, Jennifer Cochran-Green, Launches New Website
Adoption and estate planning lawyer, Jennifer Cochran-Green, launches new website dedicated to assisting and providing resources to clients in the Austin and Dripping Springs area. - December 06, 2017 - Jennifer Cochran-Green
RegenLab Issued New US Patent for Platelet Rich Plasma Kits
RegenLab is attempting to enforce its patent rights against Estar Technologies Ltd., manufacturer of the Eclipse PRP product, Eclipse Aesthetics LLC, a US distributor, as well as their customers. - December 05, 2017 - RegenLab
Michael J. Payne, Partner, Frankel, Rubin, Klein, Dubin, Siegel and Payne P.C. to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael J. Payne, Partner, Frankel, Rubin, Klein, Dubin, Siegel and Payne P.C. will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast. - December 05, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
John D. North, Partner, Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP to Speak at The Appellate Litigation Landscape: What Lies Ahead in 2018 and Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that John D. North, Partner, Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Appellate Litigation... - December 05, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Hawaii Paralegal Elected Director, Region I for the National Federation of Paralegal Associations
The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) is pleased to announce that Ronell B. Badua, of Honolulu, Hawaii has been re-elected to the position of Director, Region I for the 2018-2019 term. The elections were held at NFPA’s Annual Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana on... - December 02, 2017 - NFPA (National Federation of Paralegal Associations)
Vogelsang Celebrates 25 Years as a Board Certified Divorce, Marital and Family Law Expert
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Beth Vogelsang has been recertified by The Florida Bar as a Board Certified Divorce, Marital and Family Law expert, a designation she initially received in 1992. Board certification evaluates... - December 02, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Charles H Weatherly Joins the Law Firm of Marcus N. Kim, LLC in Duluth, GA as Financial Advisor
The Law Firm of Marcus N. Kim, LLC specializes in immigration law, business and contract law, bankruptcy, family law, property law, civil suits, criminal defense, personal injury, estate planning, labor law, tax law, IRS notices, IRS and state audits, all other tax audits (sales tax, check cashing, I-9 audits, etc.), life and annuities, retirement planning and personal and business asset protection - December 01, 2017 - Law Firm of Marcus N. Kim, LLC
Celesq® Announces December 2017 CLE: Ethics; Elimination of Bias; Competence and Addiction; Trial Skills; Corporate; Employment; Estate Planning, Asset Protection & IP
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for December 2017: Positive Steps to Increase Gender Diversity and Eliminate Bias in the Legal Profession (2721) Live web cast: December 5, 2017 (12:00 noon ET) Referencing ABA Model Rule 8.4(g), Andrea Kramer and Alton Harris... - December 01, 2017 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Established Law Firm in Columbia, SC, Changes Name, Becomes Bluestein Attorneys
Bluestein, Nichols, Thompson, & Delgado is changing its formal name to Bluestein Thompson Sullivan, LLC, and will be known as Bluestein Attorneys. Founded in 2000 by Marti Bluestein and John Nichols, the firm has eight attorneys and offers professional services in appellate advocacy, criminal... - December 01, 2017 - Bluestein Attorneys
Mary N. Strimel, Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP to Speak at TKG’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mary N. Strimel, Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “DOJ Cartel Investigations and... - December 01, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Ross B. Hofherr, Attorney, Harris Beach PLLC to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ross B. Hofherr, Attorney, Harris Beach PLLC will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast. - December 01, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on The Appellate Litigation Landscape: What Lies Ahead in 2018 and Beyond
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “The Appellate Litigation Landscape: What Lies Ahead in 2018 and Beyond Live Webcast.” This two-hour event... - December 01, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
National Federation of Paralegal Associations Announces The Justice Champion Award
The Justice Champion Award is in honor of the late Heather Danielle Heyer, a paralegal at the Miller Law Group in Charlottesville, Virginia, for her dedication to the expansion of civil rights, social justice and the expectation that all human beings be treated with dignity and respect. She consistently advocated for those from underserved, disenfranchised and marginalized communities. - December 01, 2017 - NFPA (National Federation of Paralegal Associations)
Ohio Paralegal Elected as Vice President and Director of Profession Development for The National Federation of Paralegal Associations
The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) congratulates Mindi L. Schaefer, M.S., RP, OSBA, AACP for being elected NFPA’s Vice President and Director of Profession Development for the 2017 – 2019 term. The elections were held at NFPA’s Annual Convention in New... - December 01, 2017 - NFPA (National Federation of Paralegal Associations)
Colorado Paralegal Re-Elected Director, Region II for The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA)
The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) is pleased to announce that Mianne L. Besser has been elected to the position of Director, Region II for the 2018-2019 term. The elections were held at NFPA’s Annual Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 13, 2017. Ms. - December 01, 2017 - NFPA (National Federation of Paralegal Associations)
Indiana Paralegal Elected Director, Region III for The National Federation of Paralegal Associations
The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) is pleased to announce that Lori Wagner, RP, IRP, has been re-elected to the position of Director, Region III for the 2018-2019 term. The elections were held at NFPA’s Annual Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 13,... - December 01, 2017 - NFPA (National Federation of Paralegal Associations)
New Jersey Paralegal Elected Director, Region IV for The National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA)
The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) is pleased to announce that Becky Reedy, New Jersey, has been elected to the position of Director, Region IV for 2017-2018 term. The elections were held at NFPA’s Annual Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 13,... - December 01, 2017 - NFPA (National Federation of Paralegal Associations)
49th Street Bail Bonds Supports Largo Police Department Event to Benefit Children
Clearwater, Florida Bail Bonds Agency Participates in Family Safety Day Event. - November 30, 2017 - 49th Street Bail Bonds
Attorney Pearl J. Hahn Joins the Law Firm of Legal & Compliance, LLC
Securities attorney Laura Anthony, founding partner of Legal & Compliance, LLC, a national corporate and securities law firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Pearl J. Hahn, Esq., to the firm. Legal & Compliance, LLC focuses on going public transactions, complex corporate... - November 29, 2017 - Legal & Compliance, LLC
Konolabs Acquires Internationally Recognized Information Security Certification
Konolabs, the AI scheduling service provider, has announced its successful achievement of its ISO 27001, ISO 27018 certifications after careful consideration by DNV GL. The certification is the most widely recognized standard internationally for security control requirements within Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) and Protection of Personal Data in the cloud. - November 28, 2017 - Konolabs
Michelle L. Saenz-Rodriguez Honored as a Professional of the Year for the Three Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Michelle L. Saenz-Rodriguez of Dallas, Texas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for three consecutive years, 2016, 2017 and honored with early admission for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 23... - November 28, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Cyber Institute Awarded Multiple Trademark Registrations from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
The United States Patent and Trademark Office registered several federal trademarks to the Cyber Institute today in Washington D.C. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) maintains a public database of certificates of registration, making it a matter of public record that the... - November 28, 2017 - Cyber Institute
Wayne Divorce and Family Lawyers Kate Vetrano, Sarinia Feinman and Paula Borradaile of Vetrano|Vetrano & Feinman LLC Are Recognized in Main Line Today
Kathleen Vetrano, Sarinia Feinman and Paula Borradaile of Vetrano|Vetrano & Feinman LLC were featured in Main Line Today’s August edition as Top Lawyers. The divorce and family lawyers were nominated by peer ballot under the category of divorce, and then underwent the editorial process of... - November 28, 2017 - Vetrano & Vetrano
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on The Hatch-Waxman Act: Recent Amendments and Developments
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: The Hatch-Waxman Act: Recent Amendments and Developments LIVE Webcast. This event is scheduled on December 14, 2017... - November 25, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Valor of Law Enforcement Community at Route 91 Concert Tragedy Honored with $25,000 Grant from Cox
The Injured Police Officers Fund (IPOF) receives a $25,000 grant from Cox Communications of Las Vegas. Top officials from Cox made a check presentation on behalf of the Company’s 1,550 Las Vegas-based employees to representatives of IPOF during the opening of a national Cox Care and Field... - November 24, 2017 - Injured Police Officers Fund
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Daniel R. Agos to Its Miami Lakes Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Daniel R. Agos has joined the firm’s Miami Lakes office as an attorney. Mr. Agos assists in handling matters related to Workers’ Compensation defense. Prior to joining Kelley Kronenberg, Mr. Agos gained valuable experience... - November 23, 2017 - Kelley Kronenberg
Kelley Kronenberg Principal Partner & CFO, Heath Eskalyo, Competes in the Ironman World Championship & Raises More Than $42,000 for Children’s Tumor Foundation
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, is proud to announce that Principal Partner and CFO Heath Eskalyo completed the 2017 Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Mr. Eskalyo was invited to participate in the Championship race by the Children’s Tumor Foundation’s NF... - November 23, 2017 - Kelley Kronenberg
Kate Vetrano and Sarinia Feinman Were Voted as Top Attorneys in Divorce/Family Law in Suburban Life/Philadelphia Life’s 2017 Survey
Kate Vetrano and Sarinia Feinman, Main Line family law and divorce lawyers, were recently voted as Top Attorneys in the area of Divorce/Family Law for the second consecutive year. Each year, Suburban Life/Philadelphia Life Magazine conducts a reader survey to determine the best legal practitioners... - November 23, 2017 - Vetrano & Vetrano
IPzen Legal: Case Management and Invoicing Software All in One Legal Practice Management Software
IPzen Legal launched a cloud-based solution for legal practice management. A secure all in one case management and invoicing software allows to upload, download documents and give limited access to the clients. Deadline reminders and track your payments. - November 22, 2017 - IPzen Legal
Marc L. Roark, Professor of Law, Savannah Law School to Speak at TKG’s UCC Secured Transactions
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Marc L. Roark, Professor of Law, Savannah Law School will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “UCC Secured Transactions:... - November 22, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
American Law Society Recognizes Peggy Rose Hoyt
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Peggy Rose Hoyt has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. The America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - November 21, 2017 - American Law Society
American Law Society Recognizes Meredith L. McIntyre
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Meredith L. McIntyre has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. The America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - November 21, 2017 - American Law Society
American Law Society Recognizes Daren H. Lipinsky
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Daren H. Lipinsky has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. The America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - November 21, 2017 - American Law Society
American Law Society Recognizes Christopher Peterson
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Christopher Peterson has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. The America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - November 21, 2017 - American Law Society
American Law Society Recognizes Richard Michael Mackenzie
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Richard Michael Mackenzie has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. The America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - November 21, 2017 - American Law Society