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Atkinson-Baker Court Reporters Becomes HIPAA Compliant

Atkinson-Baker, Inc. Court Reporters (http://depo.com) recently became HIPAA privacy and security compliant. Under HIPAA privacy rules, Atkinson-Baker, Inc., is considered a Business Associate, and they are compliant with all applicable rules and regulations of the Health Insurance Portability and... - February 23, 2017 - Atkinson-Baker, Inc

Atkinson-Baker Court Reporters Announced as Sponsor for the 2017 CLM Annual Conference

The Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM) is pleased to announce Atkinson-Baker Court Reporters (http://depo.com) as sponsor for the 2017 CLM Annual Conference. CLM will host 2,000 claims professionals and outside counsel in Nashville on March 29-31, 2017, during the largest insurance... - February 23, 2017 - Atkinson-Baker, Inc

Kelley Kronenberg Partner Christopher T. Miller Selected to 2017 Illinois Super Lawyers List

Christopher T. Miller, Managing Partner of Kelley Kronenberg’s Chicago office, was selected to the 2017 Illinois Super Lawyers list. Super Lawyers® is a prestigious rating service that recognizes outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained peer recognition and... - February 23, 2017 - Kelley Kronenberg

Acquisition of Captira Bail Software Provider Provides New Growth Focus

Captira Analytical was acquired effective January 31, 2017 from the NASDAQ listed Intersections Inc. Captira provides the silent software backbone to bail agents to manage and bring bonds to life – processing over $1.3 billion every 90 days. This provides relief to countless families across the country, saving billions of county dollars as judges move to release pre-trial defendants. Tracking 20%+ EBITDA and with no debt and strong cash reserves, Captira is well positioned for future growth. - February 22, 2017 - Captira Analytical

Do It Yourself Legal Docs Offers New Innovation to the Online Legal Services Industry

New innovation in online legal documents and services community. - February 22, 2017 - Do It Yourself Legal Docs, Inc.

SBBO Partners Named to Top Lawyers 2017 by 5280

Tom Bieging and Steve Shapiro, partners at Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson, have been named to 5280 magazine's Top Lawyers 2017 list. The rankings are based on thousands of ballots from lawyers in the Denver area, as well as the magazine's extensive research. - February 22, 2017 - Otteson Shapiro LLP

Velocitas Named Agency of Record for MDO Partners Law Firm

Velocitas, an interactive marketing and public relations firm with offices in Miami and New York City, has been named agency of record for MDO Partners. MDO Partners is a boutique law firm that focuses on Corporate, International and Real Estate Law, as well as Global Compliance and Business... - February 21, 2017 - Velocitas

MDO Managing Partner to Moderate Two All-Star Panels at iLaw 2017

MDO Partners is pleased to announce that Richard Montes de Oca, Managing Partner of MDO Partners, will be moderating two all-star panels at iLaw 2017: The Global Forum on International Law, organized by the International Law Section of the Florida Bar at the Conrad Hotel in Miami, Florida on... - February 21, 2017 - MDO Partners

LexisNexis & Legasis Expand Lexis® Practical Guidance Portfolio with Industry-Specific Enterprise Compliance Management Modules for eCommerce, Pharmaceuticals & IT/ITES

Practical compliance management for driving business growth - February 20, 2017 - LexisNexis India

VF&N Attorney Martin Crim Announced as New Middleburg Town Attorney

The law firm of Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C. is pleased to announce that its shareholder Martin Crim has been appointed Town Attorney for the town of Middleburg. Middleburg’s former town attorney Angela Plowman gave notice of her intent to resign in December of 2016 after... - February 19, 2017 - Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C.

Pahl L. Zinn, Member, Dickinson Wright PLLC to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Webcast

Pahl L. Zinn, Member, Dickinson Wright PLLC to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Preventing Price Fixing Allegations: What You Need to Consider in Your Antitrust Compliance Programs in 2017 Live Webcast - February 19, 2017 - The Knowledge Group

Maupin Naylor Braster Appoints Meredith Markwell of Counsel

Las Vegas law firm Maupin ∙ Naylor ∙ Braster has named Meredith Markwell an attorney of Counsel. Markwell practices in the area of complex commercial litigation, with a focus on appellate work and complex business disputes. She has appeared regularly before the Eighth Judicial District... - February 18, 2017 - Naylor & Braster, Attorneys at Law

American Law Society Recognizes Virgil “Russ” Purvis

The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Virgil "Russ" Purvis has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - February 16, 2017 - American Law Society

American Law Society Recognizes Randall Kent Erler

The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Randall Kent Erler has been accepted as a new member with ATL* distinction. America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - February 16, 2017 - American Law Society

American Law Society Recognizes Sean J. Greene

The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Sean J. Greene has been accepted as a new member with ATL* distinction. America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - February 16, 2017 - American Law Society

American Law Society Recognizes Miranda Lathrop Barber

The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Miranda Lathrop Barber has been accepted as a new member. - February 16, 2017 - American Law Society

Attorney Leslie A. Lanusse Named BTI Client Service All-Star for Seventh Consecutive Year

Adams and Reese New Orleans Partner Leslie A. Lanusse has been named a BTI Client Service All-Star for the seventh consecutive year, recognizing her commitment to putting clients first and delivering outstanding results. The honor cements her status as a BTI Client Service All-Star... - February 16, 2017 - Adams and Reese LLP

49th Street Bail Bonds Provides Guide for Online Dating Safety

Clearwater, Florida Bail Bonds Agency Offers Guide to Educate People about Online Dating. - February 15, 2017 - 49th Street Bail Bonds

BNTD Attorney Marti Bluestein to Participate in Diversity Leaders Initiative

This spring, BNTD partner Margaret “Marti” Miles Bluestein will participate in the Diversity Leaders Initiative, a program of the Riley Institute at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina. A founding partner of Bluestein, Nichols, Thompson & Delgado, LLC, Ms. Bluestein... - February 15, 2017 - Bluestein Attorneys

Philip A. Byler Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Philip A. Byler of New York, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2014, 2015, 2016 and now 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements for almost 40 years in the practice of law. About Philip A. - February 14, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide

Keystone Financial Solutions Explains How to Resolve IRS Tax Debt Problems

Frank and Bryan Haarlander explain in easy to understand terms how the IRS collection system works, what is meant by "offer in compromise" and other tax resolution alternatives such as installment sales, abatement of penalties, and currently not collectible. If you are considering representing yourself before the IRS or are looking for a firm to represent you, this is a must read. - February 14, 2017 - Keystone Financial Solutions, Inc.

Automate the Personalization and Customization of PDF Documents Add Text, Images and 2D Barcodes with StampPDF Batch 6.5

Appligent Document Solutions is now shipping StampPDF Batch 6.5. Add text, images and barcodes to PDF documents dynamically or in batch mode. New features include Stamping 2D Data Matrix barcodes and Page Transformation. - February 14, 2017 - Appligent Document Solutions

The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on The Future of NLRB Under the New Administration: Out With The Old and In With The New?

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 Future of NLRB Under the New Administration: Out With The Old and In With The New? LIVE Webcast.” This... - February 14, 2017 - The Knowledge Group

Buckley King Launches Practice Focused on Jobs and Economic Development

Sports, Entertainment & Media Law Practice. - February 12, 2017 - Buckley King

ThreeBestRated.com Chooses Feiner & Lavy P.C., Attorneys at Law as Top 3 Immigration Lawyers in New York

Feiner & Lavy P.C., Attorneys at Law has been functioning with an experience legacy of as long as 40 years and is recently chosen by ThreeBestRated.com among the top 3 immigration lawyers of NY. - February 11, 2017 - Feiner & Lavy P.C., Attorneys at Law

W. Terrence Kilroy, Shareholder, Polsinelli PC 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 W. Terrence Kilroy, Shareholder, Polsinelli PC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Future of NLRB Under the New... - February 11, 2017 - The Knowledge Group

Houston, Texas Personal Injury Attorney Assists Victims of Automobile Accidents with New Book

Houston Car Accident Lawyer Reshard Alexander of RJ Alexander Law, PLLC has released his second book. The book is focused on car, motorcycle, and truck wreck victims and properly handling insurance claims process. Texas Car, Motorcycle, and Truck Accident Law: What The Injured Must Know is currently ranked within the top 10 personal injury law bestseller's list on Amazon's Kindle. - February 10, 2017 - RJ Alexander Law PLLC

American Law Society Recognizes Thomas Christopher Johns

For 37 years, Thomas Christopher Johns has served as a civil trial attorney as well as a civil and criminal appellate lawyer. He attended the University of California, Berkeley, before receiving his Juris Doctor at the University of California, Hastings College of Law. He has since specialized in... - February 10, 2017 - American Law Society

American Law Society Recognizes Terri Parker

Terri Parker is a partner at Shook Hardy & Bacon. Her litigation practice includes defending products liability cases, employment disputes, and general tort, contract and eminent domain disputes. As a testament to her excellence in her field, Terri has won summary judgment in two high-profile... - February 10, 2017 - American Law Society

American Law Society Recognizes Amanda Kessler

Amanda Kessler began her career in law in 2003, serving as a law clerk to the honorable Catherine D. Perry of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri. Kessler graduated Cum Laude with degrees in Biology and English from Saint Louis University before attending Saint... - February 10, 2017 - American Law Society

The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on the Revamped SEC Administrative Enforcement Process: Balancing Out a Lopsided Warfare

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 Revamped SEC Administrative Enforcement Process: Balancing Out a Lopsided Warfare Live Webcast. This two-hour event... - February 09, 2017 - The Knowledge Group

Paul Albright Named Associate Attorney at Naqvi Injury Law

Upon his successful completion of the Nevada State Bar Exam, Naqvi Injury Law has named Paul Albright an associate attorney. Albright has worked with the firm as a law clerk since 2014. Albright practices in the area of personal injury and has handled matters related to motor vehicle accidents,... - February 09, 2017 - Naqvi Injury Law

Jason W. Kearnaghan, Partner, Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton 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 Jason W. Kearnaghan, Partner, Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Future of... - February 08, 2017 - The Knowledge Group

Henderson Franklin to Host 25th Anniversary HR Law & Solutions Seminar

The Employment Law Practice Group at Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., will host the firm’s 25TH Annual HR Law & Solutions on Friday, March 10, 2017 at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa. This annual seminar is designed to update and educate business owners,... - February 04, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.

Fort Myers Bankruptcy Trustee Luis Rivera Among Panelists to Address Consumer Bankruptcy

Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Luis Rivera, a Board Certified Business Bankruptcy Law expert, will be a panelist on Friday, February 3 panel at the American Bankruptcy Institute’s 41st Annual Alexander L. Paskay Memorial Bankruptcy Seminar in Tampa. - February 03, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.

Deborah R. Meshulam, Partner, DLA Piper 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 Deborah R. Meshulam, Partner, DLA Piper will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The Revamped SEC Administrative Enforcement... - February 03, 2017 - The Knowledge Group

Parker Poe to Partner with The Pink Ceiling

Law Firm Supports Cindy Whitehead’s Latest Business Venture to Revolutionize Resources Available to Women-Focused Startups - February 03, 2017 - Parker Poe

Michelle L. Saenz-Rodriguez Recognized as a Professional of the Year 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 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 22 years in the field of law. About Michelle L. Saenz-Rodriguez Ms. - February 02, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide

Derwin Ray Beasley Honored as a VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who

Derwin Ray Beasley, of Cleveland, Texas, has recently been honored as a 5 year VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in Governmental Labor Law. - February 01, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who

Park IP Translations to Exhibit at Legaltech 2017

Park IP Translations will meet delegates at booth #2207 to discuss the latest trends and technologies for successfully managing global IP, patent, litigation and general legal content in multiple languages. - February 01, 2017 - Park IP Translations

Peter I. Altman, Partner, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld 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 Peter I. Altman, Partner, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The Revamped SEC... - February 01, 2017 - The Knowledge Group

Celesq® Announces February 2017 CLE: Data Security, Privacy, Cybersecurity; Litigation; IP-Trademarks; Securities, Corporate, White Collar; Technology Law, Regulation

Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for February 2017: Trademarks and Their Protection (2708IP) Live web cast: February 9, 2017 (12:00 noon ET) Trademarks are an increasingly important component of the value of an enterprise’s assets, and their proper... - January 31, 2017 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center

Securiport’s Intelligent Immigration Control System Facilitates Senegal Authorities to Intercept & Extradite Wanted International Criminal to Justice in France

According to recent media reports in Dakar, Senegal, a French National who was apprehended for acts of armed robbery and wanted by Interpol, was intercepted and detected through Securiport’s Integrated Immigration Control System (IICS). With the intelligent watch-list management database... - January 30, 2017 - Securiport

FisherBroyles Welcomes New Partner Lauren J. Talan to Princeton and New York Offices

FisherBroyles, LLP is pleased to announce that Lauren J. Talan has joined the firm as a Partner in the New York and Princeton offices. Talan’s practice focuses on a wide-range of complex commercial litigation, including cases involving breach of contract, business disputes, securities litigation, construction, and insurance. - January 29, 2017 - FisherBroyles

Eldon Riggs Hugie, Esq. Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Eldon Riggs Hugie, Esq. of Bakersfield, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success in the fields of law, taxes and business. About Eldon Riggs Hugie,... - January 28, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide

LexisNexis® Releases a New Module on FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) in Association with Kochhar & Co. for Its Lexis® Practical Guidance Solution

Web-based solution designed to help legal practitioners stay up-to-date, save time and mitigate risk. - January 28, 2017 - LexisNexis India