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PatentAxis Inc. Wins “Best Patent Services Firm – Canada” at the 2015 Intellectual Property Awards
PatentAxis, a renowned Canadian patent law firm, has won the award for “Best Patent Services Firm - Canada” at the 2015 Intellectual Property Awards. - September 09, 2015 - Patent Axis Inc.
David M. Allen, Partner, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David M. Allen, Partner, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Best Practices in Reporting Foreign... - September 09, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Announcement of the IBFD Frans Vanistendael Award for International Tax Law Winners
IBFD proudly announces that Dr John F. Avery Jones and Professor Dr Jürgen Lüdicke, with their publication “The Origins of Article 5(5) and 5(6) of the OECD Mode,l, are the first ever winners of the IBFD Frans Vanistendael Award for International Tax Law. With the award, IBFD wishes to promote worldwide excellence in research on international tax law. The award was introduced in 2015 and is named after IBFD’s previous, esteemed Academic Chairman, Prof. Dr Frans Vanistendael. - September 08, 2015 - IBFD
Douglas MacLaughlin Joins Nason Yeager Attorneys
Douglas MacLaughlin has 35 years of experience practicing extensively in the areas of environmental and administrative law. Mr. MacLaughlin’s long legal career representing the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the South Florida DHMWater Management District allows him to... - September 08, 2015 - Nason Yeager
Tax Defense Network, LLC Continues to Evolve
Joe and Frank Valinho, founders of Tax Defense Network®, have recently announced the shifting of their company to a bigger and better central location of the Jacksonville City from which they can now serve to more taxpayers with their services. - September 06, 2015 - Tax Defense Network (R)
Kara M. Bombach, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, to Speak at KC’s Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA: Updates in 2015 & Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kara M. Bombach, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA:... - September 05, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Ronald R. Camhi, Office Managing Partner, Michelman & Robinson, LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding the FTC’s Guidelines on Digital Advertising: A 2015 Update Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ronald R. Camhi, Office Managing Partner, Michelman & Robinson, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding... - September 05, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Mark A. Boyle, Managing Partner, Boyle, Gentile & Leonard, P.A. to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark A. Boyle, Managing Partner, Boyle, Gentile & Leonard, P.A. will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Emerging Issues:... - September 05, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Colleen P. Waddell, Managing Director, Outlier Solutions to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s FATCA Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Colleen P. Waddell, Managing Director, Outlier Solutions will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Latest Regulatory Developments... - September 05, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Daniel Martin, Partner, Holman Fenwick Willan LLP, LLP, to Speak at KC’s Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA: Updates in 2015 & Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Daniel Martin, Partner, Holman Fenwick Willan LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA:... - September 05, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Babak Hoghooghi, Partner, Berliner, Corcoran & Rowe LLP, to Speak at KC’s Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA: Updates in 2015 & Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Babak Hoghooghi, Partner, Berliner, Corcoran & Rowe LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA:... - September 05, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
R. Jane Lynch, Attorney, Goodkin & Lynch LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Emerging Issues: High-Risk Insurance Coverage Litigation for Lawyers in 2015 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that R. Jane Lynch, Attorney, Goodkin & Lynch LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Emerging Issues: High-risk Insurance... - September 04, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals Recognizes Donna A. Napolitano as Professional of the Year 2015
Donna A. Napolitano of Garden City, New York has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2015 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Commercial Litigation. - September 03, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Time to Stop Checking KYC Manually - KYC2020 Announces New Features to Help SMEs
KYC2020 LLC. (www.kyc2020.com) is the single source for comprehensive Criminal, Sanction, and Terrorist information for Know Your Customer (KYC) & Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance regimes. The latest release includes major innovations that extend the existing screening capabilities and... - September 03, 2015 - KYC2020
Erin Webb, Attorney, Dickstein Shapiro LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Emerging Issues: High-risk Insurance Coverage Litigation for Lawyers in 2015 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Erin Webb, Attorney, Dickstein Shapiro LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Emerging Issues: High-risk Insurance Coverage... - September 03, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Andrew G. Witik, Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith 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 Andrew G. Witik, Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Emerging Issues:... - September 03, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA: Updates in 2015 & 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: Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA: Updates in 2015 & Beyond Live Webcast. This two-hour event is scheduled on... - September 03, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Keith Grossman Named to Super Lawyers' List of Top Attorneys in the State of Florida
Elite annual list helps consumers select outstanding lawyers. - September 03, 2015 - Grossman Law & Conflict Management
Digital Economy Conference Brings FinTech Innovation to the Midwest
Just one month left until the premier FinTech conference on the Silicon Prairie. Omaha has a history as a FinTech hub, but minimal visibility into the innovation and disruption taking place in this region. Digital Economy 15 will change that by connecting startups, institutions, and the media for a thought-provoking day packed full of speakers, panels, and networking. - September 02, 2015 - Digital Economy Conference
Opening Address for the New UvA-IBFD Advanced Master’s in International Tax Law: Principles, Policy and Practice
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) and IBFD proudly announce the start of their joint Advanced Master’s in International Tax Law: Principles, Policy and Practice. An opening address to mark this important occasion was held on Friday 28 August 2015 at the UvA Faculty of Law at the Agnietenkapel in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. - September 01, 2015 - IBFD
Janet L. Ramsey to Present Social Media in Marketing Webcast
Janet L. Ramsey, a partner with the law firm of Warner Norcross & Judd LLP, will present a webcast on the most significant issues of social media in marketing on Monday, Sept. 21. The webcast will focus on a variety of key points regarding the practical implications of social media for... - September 01, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Former Prosecutor Becomes a Criminal Defense Attorney Servicing Placer County, Sacramento County and Surrounding Areas
After working for nearly a decade as a prosecutor, former Supervising Deputy District Attorney, A. Todd Kuhnen has now embarked on a new career path as a criminal defense attorney accepting cases in Placer County, Sacramento County, and the surrounding counties. - August 29, 2015 - The Law Office of A. Todd Kuhnen
Stacie L. Ropka, Ph.D., J.D., Counsel, Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Stacie L. Ropka, Ph.D., J.D., Counsel, Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled “BPCIA Litigation:... - August 29, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Roig Lawyers Partner Elected to Florida Defense Lawyers Association (FDLA) Board of Directors
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned, multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across six offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Mark J. Rose, partner in the Deerfield Beach office, has been elected to a two-year term to the Florida Defense Lawyers Association... - August 29, 2015 - Roig Lawyers
Tampa Eminent Domain Lawyer Announces Updates to His Firm’s Website
Tampa eminent domain lawyer Mark Bentley, P.A. is proud to announce that his firm’s website, www.MarkBentleyPA.com, has recently been revamped to further improve its service quality. - August 29, 2015 - Mark Bentley, P.A.
Roig Lawyers Admiralty and Maritime Attorney Selected to Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned, multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across six offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Craig P. Liszt has been invited to join the prestigious Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM). The CLM is a nonpartisan... - August 29, 2015 - Roig Lawyers
Celesq® Announces September CLE: Data Security/Privacy; Business Succession, Estate Planning; Corporate, Securities, White Collar; Trial, Litigation Skills; Health Care
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for September 2015: Illegal Tipping and Insider Trading after Newman: The Latest Developments for Corporate, Securities and White Collar Attorneys (2562) Live web cast: September 1, 2015 (12:00 noon ET) Tom Gorman explores the... - August 28, 2015 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Jennifer M. Smith, Attorney, Stewart and Stewart, to Speak at KC’s Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA: Updates in 2015 & Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jennifer M. Smith, Attorney, Stewart and Stewart, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA:... - August 28, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Court Rules in Favor of DOL's Rule to Make Home Care Providers Eligible for Minimum Wage and Overtime
Estimated 1.9 Million Companionship Workers Nationally to be Impacted by Rule. - August 28, 2015 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Austrian and Czech Regulators Join Corporate Legal Experts to Address Competition Compliance in Central & Eastern Europe at Conference in Prague in December 2015
GCM Parker to host a two-day senior executive conference in Prague, Czech Republic: "Antitrust and Competition Compliance in CEE" on the 3rd and 4th of December 2015. - August 28, 2015 - GCM Parker
Kevin M. Nelson, Partner, Duane Morris LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Kevin M. Nelson, Partner, Duane Morris LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “BPCIA Litigation: Latest Developments for 2015 and... - August 28, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Patrick C. Gallagher, PH.D., Attorney, Duane Morris LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Patrick C. Gallagher, PH.D., Attorney, Duane Morris LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “BPCIA Litigation: Latest Developments... - August 27, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Sheila Swaroop, Partner, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Sheila Swaroop, Partner, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled “BPCIA Litigation: Latest... - August 27, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Chandu Chilakapati, Managing Director, Alvarez & Marsal to Speak at KC’s Share Based Compensation: ASC 718 Accounting and Valuation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Chandu Chilakapati, Managing Director, Alvarez & Marsal will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Share Based Compensation: ASC 718... - August 27, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Digital Forensics and Electronic Discovery Expert Jim Vaughn Joins Silicon Forensics as Managing Director
Silicon Forensics, the trusted solutions provider for digital forensics, electronic discovery and consulting services announces that Digital Forensics and Electronic Discovery expert Jim Vaughn has joined the company as a Managing Director and Head of Silicon Forensics Solutions and Professional... - August 26, 2015 - Silicon Forensics
Personal Injury Attorneys & Soft Tissue Spinal Injury Patients Win Larger Verdicts with Dr. Sheridan’s 3 Major Objective Documentation Procedures to Support Their Claims
Dr. Sheridan Documents and Supports Personal Injury Attorneys and Their Patients Soft Tissue Spinal Injuries Using the Science of the 3 Phases of Healing, Computerized Radiographic Mensuration Analysis, and a Medical Team Approach - August 26, 2015 - Sheridan Chiropractic, Inc.
Launching a Robo-Advisor, CrowdFunding Portal or FinTech Business? Read This First. You'll Launch Quicker If You Do.
In the heart of Silicon Valley in California operates FinTech Associates, a boutique FinTech Engineering & Consulting firm dubbed the "McKinsey equivalent for FinTech" which has taken startups and established Financial Services players from FinTech idea to market solving a major problem given the shortage of engineering talent. But even better, they have experienced FinTech Entrepreneurs that partner with you to launch your Robo-Advisor or Equity CrowdFunding Portal at the speed of a startup. - August 25, 2015 - FinTech School
Chamberlain Hrdlicka Tax Attorney Named to 2016 "Best Lawyers in America"
Stewart M. Weintraub recognized by peers for excellence in tax law for twelfth straight year. - August 22, 2015 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Share Based Compensation: ASC 718 Accounting and Valuation
Event Synopsis: ASC 718 requires that compensation awarded as shares or stock must be evaluated to be either equity or liability awards. Once appropriately evaluated the awards must be fair valued at grant date and potentially quarterly thereafter. The practitioner must navigate the literature to... - August 22, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Bucks County Family Lawyer Jeffrey M. Williams Named to 2016 "Best Lawyers in America"
Williams Family Law founder named among top family lawyers in United States for eighth straight year. - August 22, 2015 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
Offering Solutions to End Income Disparity, Inequality of Opportunity, and the Social Gap, YFOG is Now Available on Audible
Yield For Oncoming Greatness: Capping Capitalism, is now available as an audible book in addition to hardcover, paperback, and electronic formats. - August 21, 2015 - Thinking Hat Press
Fisher & Phillips Announces Arthur V. Lambert as the Firm's Newest Partner in the Dallas Office
Fisher & Phillips Continues Texas Expansion. - August 21, 2015 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Best Lawyers® Names Emerich as 2016 Trust and Estates "Lawyer of the Year" in Fort Myers Metro Area
Guy S. Emerich has been recognized as the 2016 Trusts and Estates “Lawyer of the Year” in Fort Myers. This award is presented by Best Lawyers® annually to a single outstanding lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area. - August 21, 2015 - Farr Law Firm
Parker Poe Announces Trusts & Estates Planning Practice Growth
Attorneys Andrew Dana and Jeffery Morris Join Tax Practice Group in Charlotte Office. - August 21, 2015 - Parker Poe
Fisher & Phillips Memphis Attorneys Included in Best Lawyers in America List
Fisher & Phillips LLP announced today that 84 attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2016®, including two from the Memphis office. The two local attorneys are Jay Kiesewetter, Senior Counsel, and Jeff Weintraub, Regional Managing... - August 20, 2015 - Fisher Phillips Memphis
12 Willig, Williams & Davidson Attorneys Named to 2016 "Best Lawyers in America"
Philadelphia labor, employment and workers’ compensation lawyers recognized by peers for excellence in law. - August 20, 2015 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
BBL Churchill Offers Ashley Madison Victims Special Counselors
Divorce Finance Company Aims to Help Those Affected - August 19, 2015 - BBL Churchill
d’Oliveira & Associates Crowns Winner of 2015 College Scholarship Essay Contest
George Washington University Law School student, Michelle Ramus, wins 2015 d’Oliveira & Associates college scholarship contest. Submitted best essay for persuading young people on the dangers of drinking and driving. - August 19, 2015 - d'Oliveira & Associates
8 Feldman Shepherd Attorneys Named to 2016 "Best Lawyers in America"
Philadelphia personal injury attorneys honored with one of the legal industry's top awards for excellence in their profession. - August 19, 2015 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
13 Henderson Franklin Attorneys Named as Best Lawyers in America® for 2016
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that thirteen (13) attorneys were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America® 2016. The attorneys, along with their respective practice area and office location include: • Charles Basinait,... - August 19, 2015 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.