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Celesq® Announces Upcoming CLE Programs: Ethics Regarding Attorney Whistleblowers; Federal Rules/E-Discovery Revisions; Corp.& Securities Laws; IP/Trade Secrets
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts starting September 9, 2014: An Ethical Quandary: In-House Attorney as Whistleblower (2445) Live web cast: September 18, 2014 (12:00 noon ET) Courtney Worcester and Roger Lane discuss the ethical quandaries caused by attorney... - August 26, 2014 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC Announces that IP Watch, LLC is the Winner of the ALLEGRA Learning Solutions Innovative Services Award for 2014
ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is proud to announce the winner of the ALLEGRA Learning Solutions Innovative Services Award for 2014. Co-founders and Co-CEOs Cyndie Koopsen and Caroline Young are excited to present IP Watch, LLC, with this award as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of ALLEGRA... - August 25, 2014 - IP Watch, LLC
11 Willig, Williams & Davidson Lawyers Named to 2015 "Best Lawyers in America"
U.S. News & World Report recognizes Philadelphia labor and employment attorneys and names partner Richard G. Poulson "Lawyer of the Year" in Philadelphia labor law - unions. - August 23, 2014 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Voto Latino Statement on Police Shooting of Michael Brown
This tragedy reminds us of the need for our communities to make their voices heard. - August 22, 2014 - Voto Latino
Emerich Named in 2015 “Best Lawyers in America” List
For the ninth year in a row, Guy S. Emerich has been selected to the Best Lawyers in America list for his work in Trusts and Estates. - August 22, 2014 - Farr Law Firm
13 Henderson Franklin Attorneys Named as Best Lawyers in America® for 2015
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® 2015. The attorneys, along with their respective practice area and office location include: • Charles Basinait,... - August 22, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Bucks County Family Lawyers Jeffrey Williams and Hillary Moonay Named by U.S. News & World Report to 2015 "Best Lawyers in America"’
Williams Family Law attorneys named among top family lawyers in United States. - August 22, 2014 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
Two Fisher & Phillips - Dallas Attorneys Selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2015
Fisher & Phillips LLP announced today that two Dallas attorneys, alongside 84 from 25 additional offices, have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2015® (Copyright 2014 by Woodward/White, Inc., of Aiken, S.C.). Michael V. Abcarian, managing partner in... - August 21, 2014 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
8 Feldman Shepherd Attorneys Named to 2015 "Best Lawyers in America"
U.S. News & World Report recognizes Philadelphia personal injury attorneys and names partner Carol Nelson Shepherd "Lawyer of the Year" in Philadelphia medical malpractice. - August 21, 2014 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
Fargione Law, LLC Gives Parents an Insight on Protecting Their Kids
With proper planning, Fargione Law, LLC help parents to pass on their assets to their lovable kids without undergoing probate, in a quick inexpensive and private manner. - August 20, 2014 - Fargione Law, LLC
Four Moye White Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2015
Denver law firm, Moye White LLP, announced today that four of its attorneys are featured in The Best Lawyers in America 2015. - August 20, 2014 - Moye White
Fisher & Phillips Attorneys Selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2015
Fisher & Phillips LLP announced that three partners in its Denver office were listed as The Best Lawyers in America 2015. Nationally, the firm placed 86 attorneys, representing 26 regional offices, on the Best Lawyers list. - August 20, 2014 - Fisher Phillips Denver
14 Chamberlain Hrdlicka Attorneys Named to 2015 "Best Lawyers in America"
U.S. News & World Report recognizes Chamberlain Hrdlicka attorneys in practice areas of construction law, employee benefits, immigration law, tax litigation and controversy, and trusts and estates. - August 20, 2014 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
CFLA Announces Mortgage Securitization Auditor Training Certification in Newark, NJ; Aug 29-31, 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. - August 20, 2014 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Adaptive Solutions, Inc. Launches ECM Practice Group
Adaptive Solutions, Inc. today announced the launch of its new Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Services division designed to help law firms, corporate legal departments and corporations implement strategies and tools to effectively capture, manage, store, preserve and retrieve information,... - August 19, 2014 - Adaptive Solutions Inc.
Roig Lawyers Continues Their Expansion and Welcomes Alejandro Perez as an Associate to Their Litigation Practice Group
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned law firm dedicated to serving clients across seven offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Alejandro Perez has joined the firm’s Deerfield Beach office as an Associate in the Litigation practice group. Alejandro brings more than 10 years of... - August 17, 2014 - Roig Lawyers
Petro Cohen Law Firm Announces Scholarship Program in Conjunction with Kids’ Chance of New Jersey: First of Four Annual Scholarships Awarded to Benefit Young Adults
Petro Cohen Petro Matarazzo Law Firm has partnered with Kids’ Chance of New Jersey hoping to make a difference in the life of a young adult whose parent has been fatally or seriously injured in a NJ workplace accident. As a proud “Doctorate Degree” Sponsor of the organization’s Leadership of Excellence Program, a new Petro Cohen Petro Matarazzo and Kids’ Chance of NJ Scholarship has been created, awarding a deserving student $10,000 annually toward college for four consecutive years. - August 15, 2014 - Petro Cohen, P.C.
The Dunedin Fine Art Center Has Selected Roig Lawyers Attorney, Jacqueline R. A. Root, as a “Model of Success”
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across seven offices throughout Florida, is proud to announce that Jacqueline R. A. Root, an associate in the Tampa office, has been selected as a “Model of Success” by the Dunedin Fine Art Center... - August 15, 2014 - Roig Lawyers
Burns White Welcomes Nine Associates to Offices in PA. and Del.
Burns White LLC welcomes nine associates with practices spanning energy, general litigation, health care and long-term care, Medicare compliance and transportation to its offices in Pittsburgh, PA. and Wilmington, Del. - August 15, 2014 - Burns White LLC
Mancini Elected to Bonita Springs Area Chamber Board of Directors
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Richard Mancini, an attorney in the firm's Bonita Springs office, was elected to the Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. The United States Chamber of Commerce awarded the Bonita Springs Chamber with... - August 15, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
GatewayLegal Official Software Launch to Broaden Diversity
GatewayLegal, a division of Gateway Software Development, will unveil its beta cloud based technology to the market on August 18, 2014. The division plans to connect corporate legal departments with law firms, which will allow them to diversify and expand their area of legal resources by growing... - August 14, 2014 - Gateway Software Development
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Effective Use of Surveys in Trademark Litigation in 2014
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: Effective Use of Surveys in Trademark Litigation in 2014. This two-hour event is scheduled on August 21, 2014 at 12:00... - August 14, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
FlexPrint Attains Gold Sponsorship Status with International Legal Technology Association for 2014
FlexPrint, Inc., the nation’s leading managed print solutions provider, is pleased to announce its Gold status with the International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) for 2014. A Gold Sponsorship with ILTA is a privilege afforded only to a select number of partners, and FlexPrint is proud... - August 14, 2014 - Flex Technology Group
Parker Poe Named a Winner of 2014 Leader in Diversity Awards
Raleigh Law Firm Recognized for its Diversity Initiatives - August 14, 2014 - Parker Poe
Jury Awards $730,000 to Whistleblower Janet Keyzer Against the Regents of the University of California
Seven year ordeal ends after 21-day trial in verdict for whistleblower terminated after she reported improprieties involving human subject research on California prisoners. - August 13, 2014 - Law Office of Mary-Alice Coleman
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Hal Sanders as Professional of the Year
Hal Sanders, of Austin, Texas, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Legal Mediation. - August 13, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Announcing "The Journal: 60 Years..." - A History of the McGill Law Journal by James Cummins
8th House Publishing is proud to announce the availability of James Cummins’ “The Journal: 60 years of People, Prose and Publication” – A history of the McGill Law Journal. - August 13, 2014 - 8th House Publishing
Moore & Van Allen Welcomes New Manager of Professional Recruiting
Myrna Charlot has joined Moore & Van Allen as the Manager of Professional Recruiting. In her role, Charlot will handle fall and lateral attorney recruiting. She will also manage the Firm’s summer associate program. - August 10, 2014 - Moore & Van Allen PLLC
Albert C. Hanna to be Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals with a Special Times Square Appearance
Albert C. Hanna’s illustrious career in Property Rights and Litigation has earned him the distinguished honor of being featured in Times Square, New York City on Friday, August 15, 2014. - August 08, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
LawTech Europe Congress Announces Media Partnership for Its 2014 Event in Prague
LawTech Europe Congress is pleased to announce it has added LitigationSupportCareers.com, the premiere Legal Recruitment and Education Resource Center, as a media partner to cover its October 2014 event taking place in the Czech Republic. - August 08, 2014 - INsig2 LawTech Europe Congress
Roberta D. Pichini to be Honored with 2014 Justice Musmanno Award
Feldman Shepherd attorney to be awarded the highest recognition from the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association. - August 08, 2014 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Albert C. Hanna with Special Times Square Appearance
Albert C. Hanna, of Chicago, Illinois, has recently been 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 will be projected over Times Square, New York, on August 15th, 2014. - August 07, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Professional Attains Certification
Regional handwriting expert, Debra Dunlap, attains certification through the Scientific Association of Forensic Examiners. - August 07, 2014 - Liberty Investigative Services
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Paul L. Cerasoli as a Professional of the Year
Paul L. Cerasoli, of Chicago, Illinois, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Neighborhood Revitalization. - August 06, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Moore & Van Allen’s Intellectual Property, Corporate and Financial Services Capabilities Expand
The Firm has welcomed Minnie Kim to its Charlotte office Intellectual Property team as an associate. Additionally, Charlotte Corporate Associate Benjamin D. Hicks and Charlotte Financial Services Associate Andrew R. Price have both been admitted to the North Carolina State Bar. - August 06, 2014 - Moore & Van Allen PLLC
Personal Injury Attorneys John M. Dodig and Jason A. Daria Named to SJ Magazine’s Top Attorneys 2014 List
Feldman Shepherd lawyers named among top South Jersey trial lawyers. - August 06, 2014 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
Eight Cantor Colburn Attorneys Named IP Stars
Eight Cantor Colburn attorneys were selected as IP Stars in the 2014 World IP Survey by Managing Intellectual Property. Cantor Colburn was recognized as a “highly recommended” intellectual property (IP) law firm in the state of Connecticut, where the firm is headquartered and seven of... - August 05, 2014 - Cantor Colburn LLP
Narroway Publishing LLC/Imprint Narroway Press Announces the Release of "Rise of the Iron Eagle" Book One in Roy A. Teel Jr.'s New Fifteen Book Crime Novel Series
Is capital punishment fair? Do the ends justify the means? Do we as a society have the stomach to carry out an execution after the sentence has been handed down and the appeals process completed? - August 04, 2014 - Narroway Publishing LLC
Roig Lawyers Continues to Expand Its Real Estate and Banking Practice and Welcomes Former CABA President & Real Estate Attorney Armando J. Bucelo, Jr., as Senior Partner
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned Litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across seven offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Armando J. Bucelo, Jr., has joined the firm’s Coral Gables office as Senior Partner. Bucelo will be the Statewide Chair of the expanding Real... - August 04, 2014 - Roig Lawyers
Real Estate Attorney Alex Golant, Joins the Expert Team at the Levin Law Group of New York
The Levin Law Group is pleased to announce and welcome Attorney Alex Golant to the firm. Mr. Golant brings years of knowledge to the professional and expert team of attorneys at The Levin Law Group who are devoted to providing only the highest quality legal advice and services to each of their... - August 04, 2014 - Levin Law Group
Buckley King Attorney Co-Editor of ABA's "How To" Book on Litigating Business Torts
ABA's New Book, "Business Torts: A Practical Guide to Litigation," Co-Edited by Jeffrey R. Teeters, a partner in the Cincinnati office of Buckley King. - August 02, 2014 - Buckley King
Aaron Yeater, Vice President, Analysis Group to Speak at KC’s Emerging Antitrust Issues: Non-Reportable Transactions Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Aaron Yeater, Vice President, Analysis Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Emerging Antitrust Issues: Non-Reportable... - August 02, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Erica Horn, Counsel to the Firm, Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC to Speak at KC’s What is Fair Apportionment and How Do I Get It? Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Erica Horn, Counsel to the Firm, Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “What is Fair Apportionment and... - August 02, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Yvonne Ulmer of Coaching by Design Facilitates Cultural Diversity and Mediation Workshop for Local Lawyers
Certified Professional Coach Yvonne Ulmer of Coaching by Design facilitated a Cultural Diversity and Mediation Workshop as part of a continuing mediation education program for Charles N. Castagna Mediation, Inc. Attendees were local attorneys and judges certified as mediators, professionals... - August 02, 2014 - Coaching by Design
Kirwin Norris, P.A. Welcomes David M. Adelstein Back to the Firm
Kirwin Norris, P.A. is pleased to welcome back attorney David M. Adelstein to the firm. He will rejoin the firm as a partner. Managing Partner Bruce Norris stated “Our firm is committed to developing and maintaining long term relationships, with clients of course, but also with current and... - August 01, 2014 - Kirwin Norris, P.A.
Lake Mary, FL Bankruptcy Attorneys Launch Online Discussion Entitled "Will Bankruptcy Affect Your Credit?"
The bankruptcy lawyers at Paulter & Liatsos in Lake Mary, Florida recently launched a consumer online guide for answering questions as it relates to bankruptcy and consumer credit. - August 01, 2014 - Paulter & Liatsos, LLC.
LTEC2014 Judges Panel to Compare E-Disclosure/Discovery in the US, the UK, and Continental Europe
The second day of LawTech Europe Congress 2014 includes an all-new Judges Panel discussion on the similarities and differences between e-disclosure/discovery in the US, the UK, and Continental Europe. This session will add great value to this conference on electronic evidence, forensic investigations, cyber security, and law office technologies. - August 01, 2014 - INsig2 LawTech Europe Congress
Rawls McNelis + Mitchell Welcomes Glen H. Sturtevant
Rawls McNelis + Mitchell announces the addition of Glen H. Sturtevant as a new attorney with the firm. Mr. Sturtevant is a trial lawyer with a statewide and national litigation practice. He has wide-ranging experience dedicated to representing clients in complex civil litigation, with an emphasis... - August 01, 2014 - Rawls Law Group
Willig, Williams & Davidson Managing Partner Deborah R. Willig Named a Top Rated Lawyer by The American Lawyer
Pennsylvania attorney selected as a Top Rated Lawyer in Labor and Employment. - August 01, 2014 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Keeping the Criminal Conveyancers in Check- Hoowla Partners with Lawyer Checker
Conveyancers using Hoowla’s online platform to manage and progress their conveyancing matters can now shield themselves from the risk of vender conveyancer fraud with Lawyer Checker. Lawyer Checker provides the purchase conveyancer with information on the vendor’s conveyancer in order to assess the risk associated with the transaction. Hoowla implemented Lawyer Checker’s online service in such a way that it provides a consistent and integrated experience for users of Hoowla. - August 01, 2014 - Hoowla