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Adam Brown Joins Fisher & Phillips
Adam Brown has joined the Denver office of national labor & employment law firm, Fisher & Phillips LLP, as an associate - October 15, 2014 - Fisher Phillips Denver
The Visa Centre’s Facebook Page Reaches 100,000 Likes
The Visa Centre, a world leading visa consultancy and processing firm announced today that its Facebook page has reached the 100,000 Facebook ‘likes’ milestone. According to the company, the landmark achievement is the result of the many thousands of satisfied clients who spread the... - October 13, 2014 - The Visa Centre
A Plus Bail Bonds Now Providing Bail Bond Service for All of Washington State
A Plus Bail Bonds provides immediate, 24-hour service, meeting all of Washington State bail bonds needs. - October 13, 2014 - A Plus Bail Bonds
LawNearMe CEO Speaks at Inn of Court About the Future of Law
Samuel Shusterhoff, Founder & President of LawNearMe.com, spoke at The Justice Robert L. Clifford American Inn of Court on Tuesday night to about 150 attorneys about the future of the legal industry. The event took place at The Brownstone in Paterson, NJ and was the first of the year. - October 11, 2014 - LawNearMe.com
Dimension, Inc. Announces the Filing of an Answer and Counterclaims to Protect Its Patents and Intellectual Property
Dimension, Inc. announces that they have filed an Answer and Counterclaims in the Eighth Judicial District Court, Clark County, Nevada, against TMM, Inc. (TMMI-PK), Digital Focus, Inc. (DFI), Thomas B. Simpson, Robin L. Haskins, Michael W. Fernandez, Alan D. Sloan, Gerard V. Cavanaugh, Michael K. - October 10, 2014 - Dimension, Inc.
MyGeorgiaAttorney.com Announces Free Dog Bite Consultations
Nearly 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs every year. Almost 1 in 5 of those victims will require medical care. Someone has to pay for those expensive ER visits and follow-up medical visits. The attorneys at MyGeorgiaAttorney.com are pleased to announced free consultation services for victims of dog bites. - October 10, 2014 - My Georgia Attorney
Miguel R. Roura, Michelle M. McIntyre, and Peter S. Nayrouz of Roig Lawyers to Present the Adjuster 5-Hour Law and Ethics Update Course to the IASIU
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across seven offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Miguel R. Roura, Michelle M. McIntyre, and Peter S. Nayrouz, senior associates in the Tampa office, will present the Adjuster 5-Hour... - October 10, 2014 - Roig Lawyers
Edward Carbone of Roig Lawyers to Present the Medical Malpractice Update Course to Insurance Adjusters at the Division of Rehabilitation and Liquidation for State of FL
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across seven offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Edward J. Carbone, managing partner of the Tampa office, will present the Medical Malpractice Update Course to insurance adjusters at... - October 10, 2014 - Roig Lawyers
Philadelphia Employment Law Attorney Ryan Hancock Joins Willig, Williams & Davidson
Former PHRC attorney joins Philadelphia union-side labor and employment law firm as of counsel. - October 10, 2014 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Marcia Levy Named New Executive Director of Pro Bono Partnership
Pro Bono Partnership announced today that Marcia Levy has been selected as the organization’s new Executive Director. Ms. Levy comes to the Partnership from Benjamin N. Cardozo Law School where she was the Associate Dean of the Office of Career Services and Professor of Professional... - October 10, 2014 - Pro Bono Partnership
Anderson Jones, PLLC Associate to Share Employment Law Expertise at Construction Financial Management Association’s October Meeting
Attorney Christine Mayhew to Address Current Wage and Hour Issues Facing Construction Industry. - October 10, 2014 - Anderson Jones
Vienna Law Firm, Tucker & Associates PLLC Releases New Online Resources
Tucker & Associates PLLC has recently released brand new online resources for new and existing clients. This interactive website features useful information on various legal topics. - October 10, 2014 - Tucker & Associates PLLC
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Albert C. Hanna with Special Homepage Feature
Albert C. Hanna, of Chicago, Illinois, was recently recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Real Estate Finance, Mortgage Banking, and Litigation. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Mr. Hanna‘s image was projected over Times Square, New York on August 15th 2014. This Times Square image of Mr. Hanna will be permanently displayed on the Strathmore’s Who’s Who homepage. - October 09, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Behnam Dayanim, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP to Speak at KC’s Hot Topics in Gambling Laws and Regulations Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Behnam Dayanim, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Hot Topics in Gambling Laws and Regulations... - October 09, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Bucks Family Lawyer Jessica A. Pritchard to Speak at Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Divorce attorney from Williams Family Law in Doylestown to explain basics of support cases. - October 09, 2014 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
Kayenta Township, Navajo Nation Settles Election Lawsuit Brought Against It by Harrison Tsosie
Navajo Office of Hearings and Appeals confirms settlement requiring Kayenta Township to follow Navajo Nation election and campaign financing laws. - October 08, 2014 - Law Office of Barry Klopfer P.C.
Attorney Suzanne Boy to Present Southwest Florida Medical Association
On October 9, Employment Law Attorney Suzanne Boy of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt will speak at the membership meeting of the Medical Group Management Association (“MGMA”) of Southwest Florida at the DoubleTree Hilton in Naples. Boy will discuss “Top 10 Reasons... - October 08, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
New York State Bar Clears Bohemia Lawyer Ralph Pecorale, Represented by Robert Altchiler, Altchiler LLC
Robert Altchiler, Altchiler LLC, Having Secured Dismissal of Criminal Case, Obtains Successful End to Disciplinary Action. - October 06, 2014 - Altchiler LLC
Stroke Law Launches New Stroke Malpractice YouTube Channel
NY medical malpractice attorneys, Cory Rosenbaum and Robert Fader, announce the launch of their new YouTube channel, Stroke Law; a directory of video infomercials focusing on the legal questions asked most often by stroke victims and their families in the event of misdiagnosed stroke, delayed treatment of stroke and other incidences of medical malpractice. - October 06, 2014 - Stroke Law
Prominent Attorney Lance Richard is Named to the "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" by the National Trial Lawyers Association
Prominent local trial attorney Lance Richard was recently nominated and named to the "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" by the National Trial Lawyers Association. The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 is an invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state in the nation... - October 06, 2014 - Lance P. Richard, PA
Jason E. Havens Joins Holland & Knight's Private Wealth Services Practice
Holland & Knight is pleased to announce that Jason E. Havens has joined the firm's Private Wealth Services Group as a senior counsel in the Jacksonville and Tallahassee offices. Mr. Havens was formerly a managing attorney with Havens & Miller P.L.L.C. Mr. Havens is licensed in both Florida... - October 05, 2014 - Havens & Miller, P.L.L.C.
Neoedge Urges Companies to Set Procurement Fraud as Top Organisational Priority
Neoedge, a leading events producer in Singapore, will hold the Global Procurement Fraud Master Class in Singapore on the 29th-31st October 2014. The international event will be happening in Hotel Novotel Singapore Clarke Quay. This professional development master class is Neoedge’s call for companies to set Procurement Fraud on top of its organisational priority. - October 05, 2014 - Neoedge Pte. Ltd
Moore & Van Allen Attorney Elected to Serve as American Bar Association District Representative
Moore & Van Allen PLLC Charlotte Litigation Associate M. Cabell Clay was appointed to serve as the North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyers Division’s District 9 Representative to the American Bar Association. - October 04, 2014 - Moore & Van Allen PLLC
The RMN Agency Voted Among the Best of 2014
The RMN Agency was recently voted in the Daily Report’s Best of 2014 issue as the best legal staffing and recruiting firm. - October 04, 2014 - The RMN Agency
Willig, Williams & Davidson of Philadelphia and Illinois Advocates of Chicago Partner on Union Representation and ERISA Matters
Philadelphia and Chicago law firms join together for client representation strategy. - October 04, 2014 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Roig Lawyers and Partners Nelson C. Bellido, Antonio C. Castro, and Carlos Zumpano Featured in the 2014 Super Lawyers Business Edition
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across seven offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce Roig Lawyers’ first year of inclusion to the 2014 Super Lawyers Business Edition. Partners, Nelson C. Bellido, Antonio... - October 04, 2014 - Roig Lawyers
Stetson Law Grad Shaun Cummings Joins Prominent Fort Myers Law Firm
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Shaun Cummings has joined the firm as an associate in the Tort & Insurance Litigation practice area. Cummings served as a summer associate with Henderson Franklin in 2013, and worked as a... - October 03, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Danny F. Dukes and Associates, LLC Announces That Danny Dukes Completes Business Valuation Course
Danny F. Dukes and Associates, LLC announced that the founder, Danny Dukes, completed a course offered by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA) the week of September 12. - October 02, 2014 - Danny F. Dukes and Associates, LLC
Ravenhearth Law Launches Government Contracting Resource for New Businesses
Founder of Ravenhearth Law and government contracts lawyer, Orest J. Jowyk has launched a new website, which offers an introduction to government contracting. - October 02, 2014 - Ravenhearth Law
William D. Schroeder, Jr. Attorney at Law Demonstrates How to Stop Creditor Harassment with the Help of a Bankruptcy Lawyer
When one individual owes another money, it is not uncommon for tempers to rise. Though it is the daily job of a creditor to communicate with individuals who are dealing with credit stress or bankruptcy, they often come across as pushy and rude when money is owed. In order to avoid the hassle of... - October 02, 2014 - William D. Schroeder, Jr. – Attorney at Law
Riley Welch LaPorte & Associates Forensic Laboratories Welcomes New Staff and Disciplines - Will Now Provide Forensic Firearms & Toolmarks and Forensic Biology & DNA
Riley Welch LaPorte & Associates Forensic Laboratories announces the addition of two new staff members, and two new forensic science disciplines, to their firm. In addition to forensic document examinations, ink dating, and latent prints, Riley Welch LaPorte will now be offering Forensic... - October 01, 2014 - Riley Welch LaPorte & Associates Forensic Laboratories
Anderson and Miller to Present at Southwest Florida Claims Association
Attorneys Robert Anderson and John Miller of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt will speak at the October 2 dinner meeting of the Southwest Florida Claims Association at the Edison Restaurant in Fort Myers. The interactive presentation will provide attendees with an update on recent case law,... - October 01, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Imani Lee, Inc. Enters Into Multi-Year Agreement with Sol Cal Surrogacy
The language services company is providing international social media management for the new law group. - September 30, 2014 - Imani Lee, Inc.
Famighetti & Weinick, PLLC Lawyers Selected by Super Lawyers Magazine
Famighetti & Weinick, PLLC partners Peter J. Famighetti and Matthew Weinick were selected for inclusion in the 2014 Super Lawyers New York Metro Magazine. Famighetti was selected to the Super Lawyers list in the category of Plaintiff’s employment litigation. Less than 5% of the lawyers in... - September 27, 2014 - Famighetti & Weinick, PLLC
Personal Injury Attorney Michael Jordan Elected President of Berkeley County Bar Association
Personal Injury Attorney Michael Jordan has been elected as the new president for the Berkeley County Bar Association. Jordan is an attorney at Steinberg Law Firm in Goose Creek. - September 27, 2014 - Steinberg Law Firm
Sinapse Blog Has Announced Free Giveaway of Kalyan's Thrilling Novel, "Pirates of Bollywood"
Dr. Kankanala's second legal thriller, "Pirates of Bollywood," is being given away to chosen winners of Sinapse blog's random selection process. Interested persons may enlist simply by entering their names and email addresses in the blog. - September 26, 2014 - Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
INsig2 LawTech Europe Congress Premieres New Documentary Film "The Decade of Discovery" at Its 2014 Event in Prague
INsig2 LawTech Europe Congress in conjunction with Bloomberg BNA and 10th Mountain Films is pleased to present the Europe premiere of the new documentary film "The Decade of Discovery." Please join them on October 20 at the INsig2 LawTech Europe Congress dinner for a documentary film screening and panel discussion at the Veduta Restaurant in the Clarion Congress Hotel Prague. - September 25, 2014 - INsig2 LawTech Europe Congress
Fisher & Phillips Partner Michael P. Royal Named to the 2014 International Who’s Who of Management Labour and Employment Lawyers
2014 Marks the 5th Consecutive Year Royal has been selected to this Elite Group - September 25, 2014 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Moye White’s Ted White Named Denver Business Journal Power Book Winner: Recognized as 2014 Business Leader in the Law Category
Ted White, partner at the Denver law firm, Moye White LLP, has been honored by the Denver Business Journal as its 2014 Power Book winner in the category of law. White was recognized for his work in shaping the business and organizational structure of Fahr LLC, an umbrella entity for prominent investor and philanthropist Tom Steyer. Fahr is focused primarily on accelerating the country’s transition to a clean energy future. - September 24, 2014 - Moye White
John S. Leinicke of Roig Lawyers Selected to Serve as Chair of the DRI Young Lawyers State and Local Defense Organization Steering Committee
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across seven offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that John S. Leinicke, associate in the Miami office, has been selected to serve as chair of the DRI Young Lawyers State and Local Defense... - September 24, 2014 - Roig Lawyers
Eight Ragsdale Liggett Attorneys Named to The Best Lawyers in America 2015 Edition
Ragsdale Liggett attorneys included in the 2015 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America are: David Liggett and Frank Liggett for Insurance Law; John Nunnally for Commercial Litigation and Construction Law; William Pollock and Mary Webb for Insurance Litigation; Robert Ramseur, Jr., Ben Kuhn and Eric Spence for Real Estate Law. - September 24, 2014 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Retired United States Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens Presented with Inaugural Gavel Award at The John Marshall Law School
Law students from the Phi Delta Phi Honor Society recognized Justice Stevens for his commitment to legal education and professionalism. - September 20, 2014 - Marie Sarantakis
Cognate.com Launches New Trademark Listing Platform
Cognate.com has just launched the country's first online platform enabling companies to make a fast, affordable claim to their trademark rights. - September 20, 2014 - Cognate.com
Celesq® Announces October CLE: Legal Developments Involving Unmanned Aircraft Systems; IP/Patents/Litigation; Employment/Labor Law/EEOC; IT/Outsourcing/Technology Law
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts starting October 8, 2014: The Law of Commercial Unmanned Aircraft Systems (2446) Live web cast: October 8, 2014 (12:00 noon ET) K&L Gates attorneys Ed Fishman, Marty Stern, Jim Insco and Tom DeCesar: (a) discuss the current... - September 20, 2014 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Roig Lawyers Announces New Associate Attorney, Melanie Ann Parris, to Their Expanding Litigation Practice Group
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across seven offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce the addition of Melanie Ann Parris to the firm’s Coral Gables office. Melanie joins the firm’s expanding Litigation practice... - September 20, 2014 - Roig Lawyers
Deborah J. Wright of Lodestone Legal Group to Speak at CEO Mastermind, Brentwood
Deborah J. Wright is going to speak to small business owners and professionals of CEO Mastermind on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at Corky's, Brentwood at 11:00, where they will learn to capitalize on small-business know-how to grow and protect their businesses. - September 20, 2014 - Lodestone Legal Group
CFLA Announces Mortgage Securitization Auditor Training Certification in Los Angeles, CA; October 24-26, 2014
CFLA, Inc has created a comprehensive training certification program entitled: Mortgage Securitization Auditor "MSA"- A 24-hour in-person intensive seminar held across the country. - September 20, 2014 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Aila Makooli, Barristers & Solicitors Opens New Office
Aila Makooli, Barristers & Solicitors is pleased to announce Toronto divorce lawyer David Nuri, an attorney experienced in Family Law and Civil Litigation has joined the Makooli Law office. Legal services are now being provided at a new office location, Aila Makooli, Barristers & Solicitors will be even more accessible to clients in the Greater Toronto Area who need a Toronto divorce attorney and they are mobile lawyers. - September 19, 2014 - Makooli Law
S and B Burgers "Pay It Forward" Day Benefiting Trinity Legal Clinic
OCU's Public Interest Law Group invites you to S and B Burgers "Pay It Forward" Day benefiting Trinity Legal Clinic of Oklahoma on September 30th, 2014 at 20 N.W. 9th Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102. 10% of the days sales will go to Trinity Legal Clinic to improve access to justice... - September 19, 2014 - OCU's PILG
Albert Lung, Of Counsel, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP to Speak at KC’s The JOBS Act and Its Impact on Capital-Raising: 2014 Updates Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Albert Lung, Of Counsel, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The JOBS Act and Its Impact on... - September 19, 2014 - The Knowledge Group