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The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on The Evolving Landscape of Intellectual Property Strategies: Embracing the 2016 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 Evolving Landscape of Intellectual Property Strategies: Embracing the 2016 Developments Live Webcast. This two-hour... - July 20, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Orlando, Florida Bail Bond Office Joins Seminole County Regional Chamber Of Commerce
Bail Bondsman Servicing Seminole, Orange, Lake, Volusia, and Osceola Counties Joins Central Florida Chamber Organization - July 18, 2016 - 33rd Street Bail Bonds
Fort Myers Attorney Luis E. Rivera Earns Board Certification in Business Bankruptcy Law
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Luis E. Rivera successfully met all the requirements and earned nationally certification in Business Bankruptcy Law from the American Board of Certification. Rivera has broad experience in business litigation,... - July 17, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Creedon & Feliciani, P.C. Hosting Citizens Town Hall Meeting on July 20, 2016 at 6:00pm to Discuss Water Contamination Concerns, Effects Upon Residents and Legal Remedies
Creedon & Feliciani, P.C. is hosting a Citizens Town Hall on Wed., July 20, 2016, (6:00-8:00 p.m.) at Williamson’s, 500 Blair Mill Rd. Horsham, PA 19044 to discuss concerns and legal remedies of the residents regarding the PFOS/PFOA water contamination and its effects in the communities surrounding the former Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base in Horsham, Horsham Air Guard Station and the Naval Air Warfare Center in Warminster. - July 16, 2016 - Creedon & Feliciani, P.C.
Pennsylvania Family Law Attorney to Speak at National Business Institute Seminar
Delaware County family lawyer to present CLE on complex family law issues. - July 15, 2016 - Raffaele Puppio
Kelley Kronenberg Partner Valerie B. Barnhart Honored with the Broward County Bar Association’s 2016 Committee Chair Award
The Broward County Bar Association (BCBA) has selected Valerie B. Barnhart to receive its 2016 Committee Chair Award for her leadership as Chair of the Bar’s Technology Committee. Ms. Barnhart is a Partner with the full-service business law firm Kelley Kronenberg and is based in the... - July 15, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Fort Myers Tax Expert Guy Whitesman to Discuss Tech Startup Legal Structures at RocketLounge
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Guy E. Whitesman will discuss “Best Practices for Configuring your Tech Startup’s Legal Structure” at The RocketLounge (“TRL”) in Fort Myers on Wednesday, July 20 at... - July 15, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
VeriPic Announces Support for the Force Protection Video Equipment LE50 Police Body Worn Camera
VeriPic, Inc., producers of the world leading Digital Evidence Management® brand software for the storage and protection of law enforcement digital data, announced today that its Evidence Storage Locker™ and Digital Evidence Manager® software systems are now fully integrated with... - July 13, 2016 - VeriPic, Inc.
David Stoeberl Elected President of Art Saint Louis
David P. Stoeberl was elected President of Art Saint Louis during a recent meeting of the Board of Directors. Stoeberl is a shareholder in the St. Louis firm of Carmody MacDonald P.C. Art Saint Louis is dedicated to enriching lives through the creative activity of our region’s contemporary... - July 13, 2016 - Carmody MacDonald P.C.
Moye White Welcomes Three Partners, One Associate from Engel & Reiman PC: New Attorneys Bolster Moye White’s Corporate, Tax, Real Estate Capabilities
Three partners and an associate have joined Denver law firm Moye White from Engel & Reiman pc. - July 13, 2016 - Moye White
Stephen Davis Joins Carmody MacDonald P.C.
Experienced litigation associate, Stephen Davis, represents businesses and individuals in a wide variety of business disputes. - July 13, 2016 - Carmody MacDonald P.C.
S. Todd Hamby Joins Carmody MacDonald P.C.
Seasoned business litigator, S. Todd Hamby, brings more than 25 years of experience to the Firm. - July 13, 2016 - Carmody MacDonald P.C.
Carmody MacDonald P.C. Welcomes Associate Lindsay Leible
Leible concentrates her practice in the area of general civil litigation. - July 13, 2016 - Carmody MacDonald P.C.
Carmody MacDonald P.C. Welcomes Associate Jordan Harres
Harres concentrates her practice in the area of family law. - July 13, 2016 - Carmody MacDonald P.C.
Carmody MacDonald P.C. Welcomes Paralegal Jenna Kopff
Carmody MacDonald P.C. is pleased to announce Jenna I. Kopff has joined the firm’s litigation group as a paralegal. Kopff is a 2004 graduate of Truman State University where she majored in Justice Systems. In 2005, she obtained her Certificate of Proficiency in Legal Studies for the... - July 13, 2016 - Carmody MacDonald P.C.
Attorney to Participate in State-Wide Mediation Program
Martinsburg attorney, Brenda Waugh, will join other West Virginia lawyer/mediators to conduct a presentation at a program at the West Virginia State Bar Annual Advanced Mediation Training. The full day session will be held at the Bridgeport Conference Center on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 and will... - July 13, 2016 - Brenda Waugh
Las Vegas Attorney Farhan Naqvi Recognized as Mountain States Super Lawyer
Farhan Naqvi, managing partner at Naqvi Injury Law, has been selected as a Mountain States Super Lawyer in the guide’s 2016 edition. Naqvi has been listed as a Super Lawyer since 2012. No more than five percent of attorneys in Nevada are selected as Super Lawyers each year, and the Mountain... - July 13, 2016 - Naqvi Injury Law
Napa County Water, Forest and Oak Woodland Protection Committee Announces Hearing to Protect Napa’s Watersheds, Water Sources & Forests
Napa County Water and Forest Protection Initiative held up by County filed litigation. A critical Superior Court hearing is set for Friday, July 15, 9:00, Napa Superior Court, 1111 Third St., Napa, CA. 94559. - July 12, 2016 - Napa Woodland Protection
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Bo Walker Named Partner
Ragsdale Liggett PLLC attorney, John Bowen “Bo” Walker, has been named Partner at the law firm. Walker has practiced law since 2006 and is licensed in North Carolina and South Carolina. He is a litigator whose area of law is focused in personal injury, construction law, transportation... - July 09, 2016 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Nashid Ibn Ali Wins the 2016 Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Competition
Announcing Nashid Ibn Ali as the winner of the 2016 Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Competition for his essay entitled "Environmental Advocacy Through Class Actions." - July 08, 2016 - Nashid Ali
Legal Ethics Institute Announces Upcoming and On Demand CLE Programs in Ethics, Elimination of Bias, Substance Abuse-Competence, for Attorneys
Legal Ethics Institute has announced the following upcoming CLE web casts and programs now available on demand: Conflicts of Interest: Ethics Issues and Practical Solutions for Attorneys (2606) Moderated web cast: August 17, 2016 (12:00 noon ET) For attorneys who missed this web cast on February... - July 08, 2016 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
High Swartz Attorney James Shrimp Speaks at Exude, Inc.
Employment law attorney discussed latest changes in overtime regulations. - July 08, 2016 - High Swartz
Kirby Noonan Lance & Hoge Transitions Into Multiple Law Firms
After a 40-year tradition of quality work and service, Kirby Noonan Lance & Hoge will transition into five respective practices. - July 08, 2016 - Kirby Noonan Lance & Hoge, LLP
Celesq® Announces July CLE: Legal Ethics; Employment Law and IP Decisions from the Supreme Court; Cybersecurity Insurance; Political Activities
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for July 2016: Retaining and Using Consulting and Testifying Experts: Ethical Considerations for Attorneys (2624) Moderated web cast: July 20, 2016 (12:00 noon ET) For attorneys who missed this web cast on February 23, 2016. - July 07, 2016 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Judge Allows Class Action Against HSBC USA to Proceed for Allegedly Assisting Ponzi Scheme
Court Denies HSBC USA's Motion to Dismiss Alleged Ponzi Scheme Case Citing Sufficient Allegations in Complaint Regarding Alleged Knowledge and Substantial Assistance to WCM777 Fraud. - July 05, 2016 - Law Offices of Julio J. Ramos
Kelley Kronenberg Partner Irwin R. Gilbert Appointed Chairman of The Florida Bar’s Business Litigation Committee
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full-service business law firm, announced that Irwin R. Gilbert has been appointed Chairman of The Florida Bar’s Business Litigation Committee. Mr. Gilbert, a Partner in the firm’s West Palm Beach office, focuses his practice on guiding companies through... - July 03, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Kelley Kronenberg Launches Cybersecurity Practice Group to Address Growing Threat to Local Businesses
Firm Partner and Certified Information Privacy Professional Valerie B. Barnhart to Lead New Group. - July 02, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Robert J. Ramseur, Jr. Elected Vice Chairman of North Carolina Real Estate Commission
Ragsdale Liggett PLLC announces partner, Robert J. Ramseur, Jr. has been elected Vice Chairman of the North Carolina Real Estate Commission. Governor Pat McCrory appointed Ramseur to the Commission in 2015. Ramseur chairs the law firm's real estate department. - July 02, 2016 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Jeffrey and Leland Garvin Named 2016 Super Lawyer and Rising Star
Father and son team recognized for tenacious personal injury advocacy. - July 02, 2016 - The Garvin Law Firm
Hall of Fame Member, Joyce L. Morrison, to be Honored with a Times Square, New York City Appearance on July 1, 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Joyce L. Morrison of St. Joseph, Missouri, has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals and Strathmore’s Who’s Who. She will be honored with a Times Square, New York City appearance on Friday, July 1, 2016. - July 01, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Eldon Riggs Hugie, Esq. Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Eldon Riggs Hugie, Esq. of Bakersfield, California has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and high level of success in the fields of law, taxes and business. About Eldon Riggs Hugie,... - July 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
33rd Street Bail Bonds Launches Online Guide for the 4th of July Safety
Orlando, Florida Bail Bonds Office Offers Tips for Holiday Safety. - July 01, 2016 - 33rd Street Bail Bonds
Kelley Kronenberg Promotes Nathaniel D. Tobin and Paul S. Vicary to Partners in Miami
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full-service business law firm, announced that Nathaniel D. Tobin and Paul S. Vicary have been promoted from attorneys to partners in the firm’s Miami office. Mr. Tobin focuses his practice on First and Third Party Insurance Defense, Property and Casualty,... - July 01, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Emerich Honored in Florida Trend’s 2016 Legal Elite
Farr Law Firm attorney, Guy S. Emerich, was selected by Florida Trend magazine as an elite practitioner for the thirteenth consecutive year. Emerich is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Wills, Trusts and Estates. - July 01, 2016 - Farr Law Firm
Patricia Montes de Oca Joins Kelley Kronenberg’s Miami Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full service business law firm, announced that Patricia Montes de Oca has joined the firm’s Miami office as an attorney. Ms. Montes de Oca focuses her practice on First Party Insurance Defense, Property and Casualty Claims, and Complex Commercial Litigation... - June 30, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals Recognizes Phillip S. Ferguson as a Lifetime Member
Phillip S. Ferguson of Salt Lake City, Utah has been recognized as a Lifetime Member by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for his outstanding contributions and achievements in Legal Services. - June 29, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Petro Cohen Law Firm in Conjunction with Kids’ Chance of New Jersey Announces 2016 Scholarship Recipient
A $10,000 scholarship has been awarded to NJIT student, Scott Kwiatek - For the third year in a row, the law firm 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 enduring financial burdens due to the loss or serious injury of a parent during a workplace accident. - June 29, 2016 - Petro Cohen, P.C.
Brightleaf Solutions Forms a Solutions Alliance with iLease Management
Combined efforts offer a complete solution for compliance with changes in FASB and IASB lease accounting standards. - June 28, 2016 - Brightleaf Solutions, Inc.
Former Firetag Stoss & Dowdell Partners Join Nussbaum Gillis & Dinner
Firm expands litigation, corporate and real estate law practices with the addition of new partners. - June 28, 2016 - Nussbaum Gillis and Dinner
Insurance Defense Group Joins Kelley Kronenberg in Miami
Firm Adds Steven L. Scharf and Shaghayegh Nowroozpour. - June 26, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Chamberlain Hrdlicka Attorneys Only PA-Based Lawyers Ranked Nationally for Tax Controversy
Philip Karter and Herbert Odell are the only Pennsylvania tax controversy attorneys ranked nationally in their field by Chambers & Partners in the 2016 Chambers USA guide. - June 25, 2016 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
Fort Myers Divorce Attorney Kayla Richmond Honored at Florida Bar Convention
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that during last week’s annual Florida Bar Convention, Attorney Kayla Richmond received the Outstanding Alumni Representative Award from the Stetson University College of Law. Richmond, as Secretary and... - June 25, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Thomas Birchfield Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Thomas Birchfield, of Louisville, Kentucky has recently been recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. - June 24, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Tangible IP CEO Named as One of the World’s Leading IP Strategists
Louis Carbonneau Named to IAM Strategy 300 for the Fifth Consecutive Year. - June 24, 2016 - Tangible IP, LLC
Rivkin Radler Recognized in The Legal 500
Rivkin Radler LLP's Health Services Practice Group is listed in the Healthcare: Service Providers category, and partner David Manko is recognized as a “recommended attorney” in The Legal 500's U.S. rankings. The Legal 500 highlights the practice area teams who are providing the most cutting edge and innovative advice to corporate counsel. The company’s research is based on client feedback, law firm submissions and interviews with leading attorneys in private practice. - June 23, 2016 - Rivkin Radler LLP
HiGrit.com - Professional Legal Advice Goes Online
HiGrit.com is a platform, to organize and simplify legal search service; created with a mission to improve and modernize consumer's access to legal assistance and also ensuring registered lawyers get wider audience as prospective clients. - June 23, 2016 - HiGrit
Legal Industry’s Power Players Revealed
31 inspiring private practice lawyers make up this year’s NZ Lawyer Hot List. - June 23, 2016 - Key Media
Available Bail Bonds Launches New Website for the Morristown Area
New web resource for consumer education and awareness in NJ. - June 22, 2016 - Available Bail Bonds
LawGeex Unveils Artificial Intelligence Solution for In-House Counsel at The Association of Corporate Counsel Israel Summit
LawGeex, the leading AI-powered contract review platform, announced today the launch of LawGeex Pro at the 14th Annual Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Israel Summit, to be held in the Hilton, Tel Aviv, Israel on June 22, 2016. LawGeex unveiled their latest solution created specifically for... - June 22, 2016 - LawGeex
25 Henderson Franklin Attorneys Recognized by 2016 Florida Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars Magazine
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that twenty-five (25) lawyers were selected for inclusion in the 2016 Florida Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars lists appearing in Florida Super Lawyers® magazine. While only 5% of lawyers in the entire State are named to... - June 22, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.