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Marco Polo's Trend Compendium to be Held in Rome, Italy, on December 1st & 2nd
The Marco Polo's Trend Compendium 2024, organized by the SCLA, is set for Dec 1-2, 2023, in Rome. It focuses on Sino-Italian collaborations, covering digital era challenges like IP and cross-border legal issues. The event includes networking sessions, expert talks, and a special consultation session. Participants include global legal and business experts, with support from various law firms and business associations. - November 20, 2023 - SCLA
Assalone & Associates Founding Partner Veronica Assalone Appointed as West Warwick Municipal Court Judge
Assalone & Associates, LLC is proud to announce that The Town of West Warwick appointed Judge Veronica Assalone as the newest addition to its esteemed bench. Her 5-year appointment was made unanimously by the West Warwick Town Council on November 7, 2023, further solidifying the commitment to... - November 19, 2023 - Assalone Lombardi, LLC
Cara Stone, LLP Welcomes New Partner Marla Calvert Miller, Opens Lake Charles Office
Cara Stone, LLP ("Cara Stone") is pleased to announce that Marla Calvert Miller has joined Cara Stone as a Partner. She will open and head Cara Stone's Lake Charles office. "I am excited to join Cara Stone," said Marla, "not just for myself, but for my clients. Joining... - November 18, 2023 - Cara Stone, LLP
Six Kahana Feld Partners Become Firm Shareholders
Kahana Feld is pleased to announce that Partners Jeff Miragliotta, Esq., Ivette Kincaid, Esq., Christopher Bates, Esq., Julie Ritchie, Esq., Timothy Capowski, Esq., and Alexander Moore, Esq., have become shareholders with the firm. Mr. Miragliotta is the Managing Partner of the East Coast offices... - November 10, 2023 - Kahana Feld
Christman Attorneys Evolves to Christman Daniell Attorneys, Championing Women's Leadership in Legal Excellence
Christman Attorneys proudly transforms into Christman Daniell Attorneys, spotlighting Managing Partner Emily Daniell's pivotal role. The rebrand marks a milestone for women's leadership in law, emphasizing commitment to exceptional legal services. - November 08, 2023 - Christman Daniell Attorneys
Republic Financial Services Establishes New Heights in Phoenix Financial District with US Bank Tower Relocation
Republic Financial Services, a vanguard in the finance and legal sectors, proudly announces their strategic relocation to the iconic 101 North Tower, a landmark moment signifying their meteoric growth and commitment to pioneering innovations in legal and financial services. Under the dynamic... - November 08, 2023 - Republic Financial Services
ShopProp: A Pioneer in Real Estate Transparency & Fairness, Issues a Critical Warning for Home Buyers in Response to Recent Commission Lawsuit
ShopProp: A Pioneer in Real Estate Transparency & Fairness, Responds to Recent Commission Lawsuit - November 05, 2023 - ShopProp
Forensic Accounting Firm Announces Clint Davis as New Shareholder
Sage Forensic Accounting, Inc., a forensic accounting firm based in Salt Lake City, Utah is proud to announce the promotion of Clint Davis to the position of shareholder with the firm. With over a decade of experience, Mr. Davis has deep knowledge of both litigious and non-litigious engagements. - November 02, 2023 - Sage Forensic Accounting, Inc.
Well-Respected Endodontist Dr. Jordan Schapiro Resigns from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in Support of Daughter's Lawsuit
Dr. Jordan Schapiro, a distinguished figure in the field of Endodontics, has announced his decision to step down from his position as a professor in the post-graduate endodontic department at Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine. This move coincides with a lawsuit (Stevie... - November 01, 2023 - Montgomery Law Group
Tennessee-Based Title Agency Enters Florida Market with Acquisition
Mid South Title Services, LLC Acquires Wauchula Abstract & Title Co. and DeSoto Abstract & Title Co., Expanding Reach Into the Florida Market - November 01, 2023 - Mid South Title
Marks Nieds Tapped as Copyright & Trademark Panelist for the American Advertising Federation of SWFL October Luncheon
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Mark Nieds, chair of the Intellectual Property Department, served as a panelist on copyright and trademark laws for the American Advertising Federation of Southwest Florida's October membership luncheon at Florida Gulf Coast... - October 27, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
The Lundquist Law Firm is Happy to Announce the Launch of an Array of New Services
Lundquist Law Firm offers a range of services to clients dealing with insurance claims, including property, business, and water damage cases. Their team of seasoned lawyers is dedicated to providing efficient solutions while preserving clients' interests and maximizing reimbursement. They handle claims for hail damage to roofs, arbitration in insurance cases, water damage claims, and hurricane-related claims. - October 25, 2023 - Lundquist Law Firm
Robert J. Ramseur, Jr. Reappointed to North Carolina Real Estate Commission
Robert J. Ramseur, Jr. was appointed to the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) by House Representative Speaker Tim Moore to serve a three-year term. Bob previously served on the Commission by appointment of Governor Pat McCrory and was the Vice-Chair in 2016-2017 and the Chair in 2017-2018. - October 21, 2023 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Practice Panda Brings Integrated Digital Services Approach to Tax & Accounting Space
Mostad Marketing Cloud, Integer, and TaxVid, three leading solutions of digital services for tax and accounting professionals from Client Centric Communications, Inc., announced today that they are rebranding and merging into one solution called Practice Panda. This internal merger brings together years of expertise in marketing, website development, and video content creation specifically for tax and accounting firms. - October 17, 2023 - Client Centric Communications, Inc.
Learn How to Unleash the Power of Microsoft 365 with Compliant Workspace
Are you sure you are unleashing the full power of Microsoft 365? If you’re a small business, maybe not. Compliant Workspace is here to help you utilize your Microsoft 365 to its full potential. - October 16, 2023 - Compliant Workspace
New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators Adds Anti-Bias and Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity Component to Fall 2023 40-Hour Divorce Mediation Training Program
In what may be a first in the divorce mediation training field, NJAPM President Suzanne English is pleased to announce an anti-bias and cultural awareness/sensitivity component has been added to their fall 2023 40-Hour Family & Divorce Mediation Training that that starts on October 15. English states that training is an essential component of NJAPM’s mission, and the organization is committed to adapting their trainings to make them more relevant to attendees and New Jersey mediation clients. - October 13, 2023 - New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators
AVA Law Group Announces Settlement of Three Camp Lejeune Cases
One of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act claims filed by the firm was funded by DOJ within a week of settlement. - October 10, 2023 - AVA Law Group, Inc.
Devlin Law Firm, LLC and CoreXLegal Cryptocurrency Class Action
Devlin Law Firm, LLC and CoreXLegal have filed a class action on behalf of all consumers who had any fiat or cryptocurrency deposited or invested through an FTX trading platform during the time period of volatility starting before November 6, 2022 and ending after November 8, 2022 (the “Class Period”). The action was filed in the Northern District of California and is Civ. No. 3:23-cv-05038-TLT Lahav v. Binance Holdings Limited et al. - October 05, 2023 - Devlin Law Firm
Forensic Accounting Firm Announces Amber Brower Mortensen as New Shareholder
Sage Forensic Accounting, Inc., is proud to announce that Amber Brower Mortensen has been elevated to a shareholder in the firm. - October 05, 2023 - Sage Forensic Accounting, Inc.
Saunders & Associates Sees Increase in Clientele Due to Rise in Construction Lawsuits
Construction lawsuits are on the rise, and Saunders & Associates is experiencing a surge in clientele as a result. If you are facing a construction lawsuit, it is important to have an experienced attorney on your side. Saunders & Associates has a team of experienced construction lawyers who... - October 04, 2023 - Saunder & Associates, APC
V. Diana Voicu-Marinescu Honored as a Woman of the Month for August 2023 by P.O.W.E.R. - Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
V. Diana Voicu-Marinescu of Great Neck, New York, has been honored as a Woman of the Month for August 2023 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and great success in the field of law. About V. Diana Voicu-Marinescu V. Diana... - October 04, 2023 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators Seminar on November 3 Celebrates the Organization's 30th Anniversary with an Outstanding Lineup of Speakers and Panelists
The NJAPM Fall Conference features valuable information for all attendees about how to enhance their mediation practice with AI and expert advice to seek out when mediating. - October 04, 2023 - New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators
UF Law Graduate Amantha Kelly Joins Henderson Franklin’s Business Litigation Team
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce the newest addition to its Business Litigation department, Amantha "Amy" Kelly, who joins the firm as an Associate. A Florida native, Kelly has always been passionate about serving her community and believes that local... - September 28, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Introducing Find UK People®: the Premier People Tracing Service Unveils Its New Website
Find UK People®, the leading people tracing service in the United Kingdom, is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new website, designed to enhance user experience and provide even more efficient people tracing solutions to its valued clients. - September 25, 2023 - Find UK People
O’Brien Certified as Family Mediator by the Florida Supreme Court
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that stockholder and chair of the firm’s Divorce, Marital and Family Law Department, Christina M. O’Brien, has become a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator. With her newly acquired certification, she is... - September 22, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
DEA and Telemedicine: East Coast Telepsychiatry's Push for Modernized Rules
On September 12 and 13, 2023, the DEA discussed telemedicine regulations. East Coast Telepsychiatry's representatives, Pierre Montalvo and Dan Golden, attended in Arlington, VA. Mr. Golden emphasized the importance of telemedicine in prescribing controlled substances. The 2008 Ryan Haight Act's regulations are outdated, prompting the DEA to reconsider after receiving a record of over 38,000 complaints. - September 18, 2023 - East Coast Telepsychiatry
Recruiting Lawyers for Nonlegal Jobs - a Breakthrough Webcast
Leaders from YouTube, FanDuel and Pitney Bowes talking about what tremendous hires lawyers are for nonlegal jobs. - September 14, 2023 - ex judicata
Naples Illustrated Magazine Recognizes 44 Henderson Franklin Attorneys as “Top Lawyers”
The September 2023 issue of Naples Illustrated magazine is out and honors several Henderson Franklin attorneys as “Top Lawyers.” This recognition is the result of a collaborative effort between Naples Illustrated and PRS (Professional Research Services) through an extensive online... - September 02, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Scott Atwood Provides a Legal Update to Florida School Board Attorneys Association
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that stockholder Scott Atwood delivered a legal update on the Public Whistleblowers Act, Bullying and Harassment at the 2023 Summer Conference of the Florida School Board Attorneys Association on Friday, August... - August 30, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
NAFA Advocates Against Regulatory Overreach in SEC v. Cutter Amicus Filing
Brief Seeks to Protect Fixed Annuity Industry and Its Customers - August 25, 2023 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
VAWA Therapist in Brooklyn, NY Offers Immigration Psychological Evaluations and Individual Counseling
Introducing Immigration Psychological Evaluations: Giovanni Benavides VAWA Therapist Offers Individual Counseling in Brooklyn, New York. - August 21, 2023 - Giovanni Benavides PLLC
14 Henderson Franklin Attorneys Recognized in the 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers in America®
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt is pleased to announce that 14 recognized attorneys have been included in the 30th edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers® has become universally... - August 20, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Vetrano Attorneys Named 2023 Top Lawyers by Main Line Today
Main Line Today has recognized three Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman family attorneys as 2023 Top Lawyers: Sarinia M. Feinman, Lindsay H. Childs and Donna M. Marcus. Main Line Today is a regional magazine for the Main Line suburbs of Philadelphia, covering various topics of concern to local... - August 20, 2023 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Land Use Attorney Taylor Bollt Selected to ULI Young Leaders Committee
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Taylor Bollt has been selected to join the Young Leaders Committee of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Southwest Florida Chapter. Bollt’s journey began in his hometown of Naples, Florida, where he recognized the profound... - August 19, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Louisiana Private Companies Raise Over $215 Million in Venture Capital in 2022, the Highest Level Recorded by Cara Stone’s Louisiana Venture and Angel Capital Report
Cara Stone, LLP (“Cara Stone”) the nation’s fastest growing capital markets law firm released the Louisiana Venture and Angel Capital Report (“Report”) which shows that Louisiana companies raised a record level of venture capital in 2022. Louisiana companies raised a total of over $215,000,000 across 34 venture capital deals in 2022. - August 17, 2023 - Cara Stone, LLP
AVA Law Group Investigating Potential Claims in Devastating Maui Wildfire
The fire, which has claimed at least 99 lives, has been deemed the worst fire in the U.S. in more than 100 years. - August 15, 2023 - AVA Law Group, Inc.
Gateway Recruiting Files Lawsuit Against Texas Fabco for Alleged Unpaid Invoices
Gateway Recruiting sues Texas Fabco for $152,366.55 for alleged unpaid invoices. The lawsuit, filed in Blanco County's District Court, seeks both overdue payment and legal fees. Carpenter Law represents Gateway Recruiting. - August 12, 2023 - Gateway Recruiting
Engineer and Legal Expert Michael Corso Leads “An Engineer’s Defense Clinic & Contract Management” Session at ACEC Florida Annual Conference
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Civil Trial and Litigation Expert Michael Corso delivered “An Engineer’s Defense Clinic & Contract Management” session at the 2023 Florida Engineering Society (FES) American Council of Engineering... - August 09, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Tina Patterson, Appointed Co-Chair to the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution’s Public Disputes & Consensus Building Committe
During the American Bar Association's Annual Meeting, Ana Sambold, Esq. Chair of the Section for Alternative Dispute Resolution, announced that Tina Patterson has been appointed as co-Chair of the Section’s Public Disputes & Consensus Building Committee. Ms. Patterson will serve alongside... - August 04, 2023 - Jade Solutions, LLC
Jade Solutions Principal, Tina Patterson, Joins Certified Arbitration Panel of the National Bar Association Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
During the 98th Annual National Bar Association Convention, Dean L. Burrell, Esq., Chair of the Section for Alternative Dispute Resolution announced that Tina Patterson was one of three esteemed individuals invited to join the Section’s Certified Arbitration Panel. - August 03, 2023 - Jade Solutions, LLC
Top 100 Lawyers Honors Christopher K. Middleton as the 2023 Attorney of the Year Representing the State of Georgia
Christopher K. Middleton is due to be featured in the 2023 Top 100 Lawyers publication, and is being honored as the Attorney of the Year for 2023. - August 01, 2023 - Top 100 Lawyers
Main Line Family Lawyers Speak at Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section Summer Meeting
Sarinia M. Feinman and Lindsay H. Childs, Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman family lawyers, spoke at the 2023 Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section Summer Meeting. The meeting was held at The Sagamore Resort on Lake George at Bolton Landing, NY from July 13-16. Family lawyers from across... - July 27, 2023 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Maryland Jury Awards $20.3 Million Against Drugstore Giant Rite Aid in False Imprisonment, Assault & Battery Case
A Maryland jury has delivered a verdict against Rite Aid for more than $20 million due to injuries sustained by a young Black woman who was held against her will by a Rite Aid pharmacist while acting in his employee capacity. The verdict includes punitive damages against Rite Aid for $20 million... - July 26, 2023 - Lawrence Whittaker PC
Six Epstein Ostrove, LLC Lawyers Named to New Jersey Super Lawyers or Super Lawyers Rising Stars Lists
The firm, Epstein Ostrove, LLC is proud to announce that six of its lawyers have been recognized as New Jersey Super Lawyers or New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Stars. - July 24, 2023 - Epstein Ostrove, LLC
"Small but Mighty": Journey to Esquire®️ Celebrates Its Impact on Diverse Law Students and Gears Up for Expansion
Since its inception, the Journey to Esquire®️ program, founded by attorney Joseline Jean-Louis Hardrick, has greatly impacted the lives of diverse law students. Described as "small but mighty," the program has provided much-needed support, mentorship, and resources to help these... - July 21, 2023 - Journey to Esquire
Jaion Chung, Esq. Joins Kahana Feld's Los Angeles Office as Partner
Kahana Feld is proud to announce that Jaion Chung, Esq. has joined the firm as a Partner at the Los Angeles Office. Ms. Chung practices insurance defense and private client defense in the areas of Trucking/Transportation, Catastrophic Injury, Product Liability and General Liability. Ms. Chung... - July 14, 2023 - Kahana Feld
Marks Nieds to Share Legal Implications of AI-Generated Content for PR Professionals
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that intellectual property attorney Mark Nieds will be a featured panelist on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at Florida Public Relations Association, Southwest Florida Chapter’s monthly luncheon at the Crowne Plaza at Bell Tower... - July 13, 2023 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Immigration Attorney Alena Shautsova Helped a Salvadorian National to Receive Asylum in the United States.
A national of El Salvador whose family suffered from gang violence was granted asylum in the United States. - July 12, 2023 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Angie Wong Sued for Alleged Embezzlement and Defamation as Former Consulting Firm Partner
Angie Wong is being sued in Georgia for alleged embezzlement and other charges by L-Strategies as a former partner of the L-Strategies consulting firm. - July 05, 2023 - L-Strategies LLC
TacoTuesday.com Stands with the Nation's Restaurants and Taco Tuesday Fans Everywhere
TacoTuesday.com is taking a stand in support of the thousands of restaurants that celebrate Taco Tuesday and the millions of fans that enjoy it every week. Taco Tuesday was enjoyed by taco lovers decades before it was trademarked. “This is not about asking the trademark holder to stop... - June 28, 2023 - TacoTuesday.com