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Godwin Lewis PC Welcomes New Family Law Shareholder Michelle May O’Neil
Godwin Lewis PC, the noted Texas trial and appellate firm, with offices in Dallas, Houston and Plano, has announced that Family Law attorney Michelle May O'Neil has joined the firm as its newest shareholder. Ms. O'Neil has over 20 years of experience in the field of family law, representing men,... - July 03, 2014 - Godwin Lewis
Documentation Based on 3 Phases of Healing, Computerized Radiographic Mensuration Analysis and a Medical Team Approach Supports Patients Soft Tissue Spinal Injury Claim
Dr. Kyunam Kim of Drexel Hill Chiropractic Injury Clinic Recently Supported His Patients Soft Tissue Spinal Injury Claim Using Computerized Radiographic Mensuration Analysis, the Science of the 3 Phases of Healing and a Medical Team Approach. - July 03, 2014 - Royersford Chiropractic Injury Clinic
Weinstein Law Firm Attorney Andrew Weinstein Re-Elected to the American Association for Justice Board of Governors
The Weinstein Law Firm is pleased to announce that the firm’s managing attorney Andrew Weinstein has been re-elected to serve on the Board of Governors of the American Association for Justice. The Board of Governors is the governing body of the AAJ (previously known as ATLA –the... - July 03, 2014 - Weinstein Law Firm
LMA Tampa Bay July Meeting: Beyond Solutions – Win with Wisdom Selling
Tampa Bay legal marketing professionals will hear about a re-imagined sales process at the local Legal Marketing Association’s July meeting, sponsored by Pinstripe Marketing. Selling legal services can be a challenge when a client doesn’t have a pressing legal issue or urgent legal... - July 03, 2014 - Legal Marketing Association
Thomson Elected to Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs Board
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney G. Donald Thomson has been elected to the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs Board of Directors. The Centers for the Arts mission is to enrich the culture of the community by providing opportunities for artistic... - July 03, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Hon. Michael A. L. Balboni Joins Rivkin Radler
Hon. Michael A. L. Balboni has joined Rivkin Radler as Of Counsel, and will be working with their clients in the areas of cyber, financial and energy-related security, public safety, healthcare, and government relations. He served in the New York State Assembly for 8 years, was appointed as the first Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security Committee, and later became Deputy Secretary for Public Safety and Homeland Security Advisor the state. - July 02, 2014 - Rivkin Radler LLP
A Lay Person's Guide to the Hobby Lobby Decision
Today, Saltbox Consulting published A Lay Person's Guide to the Hobby Lobby Decision. The guide is designed to help non-lawyers understand the Hobby Lobby decision, which the Supreme Court released on June 30, 2014. It explains in plain English what the issues were, how the Court decided them and... - July 02, 2014 - Saltbox Consulting
DRAM Digital Device Class Action Settlement
TopClassActions.com provides claim filing instructions for the DRAM class action lawsuit settlement. - July 02, 2014 - Top Class Actions, LLC
Presensoft Now Offers Archiving and Compliance for Salesforce Chatter
Seamlessly store Chatter data in a secure, cloud archive to meet legal and corporate compliance. - July 02, 2014 - Presensoft Inc.
Todd Jones Named to Gillings School of Global Public Health Alumni Association Governing Board
Anderson Jones, PLLC Partner to Serve as at-Large Director, Co-Chair of 75th Anniversary Committee for School at The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill. - July 02, 2014 - Anderson Jones
Contract Logix Announces Consensus Commercial Management Limited as Affiliate Partner
Contract Logix partners with Consensus Commercial Management Limited to deliver unparalleled contract management services to organizations worldwide. More specifically, the partnership will aid those who are in need of exceptional contract management while going through a merger or acquisition. - July 01, 2014 - Contract Logix, LLC
Albert C. Hanna Named to Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table
Albert C. Hanna, of Chicago, Illinois, has recently been recognized as a member of the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Property Rights Litigation. - July 01, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Daniel P. Weitzel, Of Counsel, Locke Lord 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 Daniel P. Weitzel, Of Counsel, Locke Lord LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The JOBS Act and Its Impact on... - July 01, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Pro Bono Partnership Announces Departure of Co-Founder & Executive Director Rick Hobish
The Board of Directors of Pro Bono Partnership announced today that Rick Hobish, the organization's co-founder and Executive Director, has decided to leave the organization. Under Rick’s leadership, the Partnership has become one of the nation’s preeminent providers of pro bono legal... - June 29, 2014 - Pro Bono Partnership
Emerich Receives Florida Trend’s 2014 Legal Elite Honor
Farr Law Firm attorney, Guy S. Emerich, recognized as elite practitioner by Florida Trend magazine. Emerich is also a member of the Legal Elite Hall of Fame. The attorneys selected represent fewer than 2 percent of the active Florida Bar members who practice in Florida. - June 28, 2014 - Farr Law Firm
Attorneys' Title Fund Services Names Henderson Franklin as a President's Circle 2013 Firm
Attorneys’ Title Fund Services, LLC (The Fund) announced Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. has been named a Member of The Fund President’s Circle. The Fund President’s Circle is comprised of an elite group of leaders within the legal profession. These top-tier law... - June 28, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Keep Communication Open, Advices Carl Ceder to Young Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers
Attorney Carl Ceder has co-authored an article offering advice to young lawyers at TCDLA. - June 27, 2014 - The Law Offices of Carl David Ceder, PLLC
Bucks County Divorce Attorney Michael Kuldiner Named 2014 Super Lawyers Rising Star
The Law Offices of Michael Kuldiner, P.C. is pleased to share the announcement of this honor which is only awarded to top attorneys under 40 years old. - June 26, 2014 - Law Offices of Michael Kuldiner, P.C.
Denver Senior Law Day on July 19 at Denver Mart
The 2014 Annual Denver Senior Law Day offers the public the opportunity to hear from experienced attorneys and other professionals involved in elder care issues, with 33 different workshops. This event is not only for seniors, but for adult children and caregivers who are helping aging parents and relatives. Attendee are also available to meet with an attorney at the “Ask-A-Lawyer” Session, a free 15-minute meeting with an attorney to ask about Elder Law issues. Info at www.seniorlawday.org. - June 26, 2014 - Denver Senior Law Day
Metrowide Legal Services Launches New Website
Metrowide Legal Services is pleased to announce the launch of its new and comprehensive website at www.metrowidelegal.com. The new site contains a wealth of advice for anyone facing legal difficulties and can provide a reference point for anyone looking for legal representation. Created not just... - June 26, 2014 - Metrowide Legal
Celesq® Upcoming CLE Programs: Significant Supreme Court Decisions from 2013-2014 Term in Emp.& IP; Data Security & Privacy Developments; Contracting skills, Sec. Lit.
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts starting July 9, 2014: Supreme Court Round-Up: Analysis of the Supreme Court's 2013 and 2014 Labor and Employment Cases and a Preview of the Upcoming Term (2420) Live web cast: July 9, 2014 (12:00 noon ET) Former U.S. Equal... - June 26, 2014 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Litigator Elizabeth Fenton Leads CLE Entitled "Lean In for Lawyers"
Chamberlain Hrdlicka business attorney advances discussion of hurdles faced by women in the legal profession. - June 26, 2014 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
USClaims Hires Attorney Howard Hopson as Underwriter
Pre-settlement financing company adds skilled litigator to experienced team of underwriters. - June 26, 2014 - USClaims
Glenn E. Kushel Reappointed to the State Bar of Georgia’s Disciplinary Rules and Procedures Committee
Trial lawyer Glenn E. Kushel, founding partner at Moraitakis & Kushel, L.L.P. Law Firm in Atlanta, was recently reappointed to the State Bar of Georgia’s Disciplinary Rules and Procedures Committee for the 2014-2015 term. Mr. Kushel has been a member of the State Bar of Georgia since 1988... - June 26, 2014 - Moraitakis & Kushel, LLP
Contract Logix and Sertifi Make Sending, Signing, and Tracking Agreements Easy by Integrating E-Signature Capabilities Within Contract Management Software
Since 2011, the unique partnership between Contract Logix, LLC and Sertifi has been able to deliver more efficiency throughout the contract management process than ever before. By integrating Sertifi’s e-Signature capability within the Contract Logix system, users are able to lower their... - June 25, 2014 - Contract Logix, LLC
Litigation Consulting and Visual Communication Firm Litigation Insights' Wins the LitigationWorld Pick of the Week Award for Its Blog Post About Using Mobile Devices
LitigationWorld selected Litigation Insights' recent blog post as their Pick of the Week. The post discussed using mobile devices in trial presentations. - June 24, 2014 - Litigation Insights
Farr Law Firm Recognized as a Top Contributor and Member of The Fund President’s Circle
The Fund has recognized Farr Law Firm as a member of the President’s Circle and a Top Contributor for its work in 2013. Only 1% of The Fund’s member firms in 2013 received the distinction as Top Contributor. - June 22, 2014 - Farr Law Firm
Three Law Students Gain "on the Job Training" This Summer at Henderson Franklin
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to welcome three law students, Matthew Devisse, Michael Lenhert, and Austin Turner. They will supplement their law school experience by working as clerks at the firm during the summer. As part of Henderson Franklin's Summer Associate... - June 22, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Triangle Area Attorney Inducted Into Exclusive Fraternal Society
Bill Faison receives honorary Masonic degree. - June 21, 2014 - Bill Faison Attorney, PLLC
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Dennis J. Ibold as Professional of the Year
Dennis J. Ibold, of Chardon, Ohio, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Matrimonial Law. - June 20, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Brooklyn, NY (July 25th-27th) - Mortgage Securitization Auditor Training Certification Class - BBB Accredited
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. - June 20, 2014 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Anderson Jones, PLLC Partner Todd Jones Named to Construction Financial Management Association Task Force
Attorney with Local Law Firm Joins National Education Steering Committee to Provide Guidance for Construction Financial Professionals - June 20, 2014 - Anderson Jones
Feldman Shepherd Partner Ezra Wohlgelernter Elected VP of Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association
Experienced personal injury attorney to help lead the oldest association of trial lawyers in Pennsylvania. - June 20, 2014 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
Hydroxycut Diet Supplement Class Action Settlement
TopClassActions.com provides claim filing instructions for the Hydroxycut class action lawsuit settlement. - June 19, 2014 - Top Class Actions, LLC
Island House Title in Vero Beach, Florida, Merges with Boss, Arrighi & Hoag Law Firm
The Merger Allows BAH to Meet Its Goal of Providing the Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness of a Title Company, with the Knowledge and Backing of Attorneys. - June 19, 2014 - Boss, Arrighi & Hoag, P.L.
Parker Poe Partner Inducted as President of the NC Bar Association
Catharine Biggs Arrowood Sworn in as 120th President at 2014 NCBA Annual Meeting - June 19, 2014 - Parker Poe
Texas Bar Webcast - Drugs Minus Two: New Federal Sentencing Guidelines
Proposed new federal sentencing guidelines in drug cases will be the subject of the next Texas Bar CLE webcast to be held on Thursday, June 19, 2014 from 12.30 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. The event will be co-hosted by Houston trial attorney Grant Scheiner and El Paso criminal defense attorney Cori... - June 18, 2014 - Scheiner Law Group P.C.
Zoe B. Littlepage Selected for Esteemed Lawyers of America
Zoe B. Littlepage is a plaintiff’s trial lawyer who has dedicated her life to helping others, especially those who’ve been injured or had their human rights violated. Ms. Littlepage graduated cum laude in 1990 from the University of Houston Law Center and was admitted to the Texas Bar... - June 18, 2014 - Esteemed Lawyers of America
Comcast and NBCUniversal joins Allstate and Cargill in Supporting NAMWOLF's 2014 Annual Meeting
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms, Inc., (NAMWOLF®) today announces that Comcast and NBCUniversal have joined Allstate and Cargill in becoming treasured supporters of NAMWOLF’s upcoming Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 21st -24th. At... - June 18, 2014 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Grimes LLC and Robert Altchiler Announce Launch of White Collar, Regulatory Compliance & Internal Investigations Practice Area
Grimes LLC, a leading worldwide intellectual property law firm, and former New York prosecutor Robert Altchiler announce launch of White Collar, Regulatory Compliance & Internal Investigations Practice Area. - June 17, 2014 - Altchiler LLC
ApostillEasy – Automated Online Apostille Service Has Been Launched in the Uk
ApostillEasy are pleased to announce the launch of their UK online apostille service http://www.apostilleasy.co.uk - June 15, 2014 - apostilleasy
Three Maddin Hauser Attorneys Selected by Prestigious Legal Guide as Leading Lawyers for 2014
Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business 2014 honored Firm Shareholders Charles M. Lax, Gary M. Remer and Marc S. Wise for their work in the practice area of Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation. - June 14, 2014 - Maddin, Hauser, Wartell, Roth & Heller, P.C.
Feldman Shepherd Personal Injury Lawyer Certified as Civil Trial Attorney in NJ
Partner John M. Dodig becomes one of a handful of Philadelphia-based attorneys to be certified by Supreme Court of New Jersey. - June 14, 2014 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms’ Intellectual Property Alliance Launches Unique Collaboration Agreement
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms has announced that twelve of its member law firms that are part of NAMWOLF’s Intellectual Property Practice Area Committee (“The IP Alliance”) have developed and launched a unique collaboration arrangement. This... - June 14, 2014 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Zapproved Seeks Input for Second Annual Legal Hold and Data Preservation Benchmark Survey
Research looks to measure current viewpoints, identify trends and best practices on how organizations manage and oversee legal holds and data preservation. - June 13, 2014 - Zapproved
25 Henderson Franklin Attorneys Recognized by 2014 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 2014 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 13, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Anderson Jones, PLLC Selected as Finalist in Indy Week’s Best of the Triangle 2014 Awards
Local Law Firm Recognized for Excellent Service to Triangle-Area Clients. - June 13, 2014 - Anderson Jones
Attorney Jim Dodson Named 2014 "Super Lawyer"
Attorney Jim Dodson has earned the distinction of being chosen by his peers as a 2014 Florida "Super Lawyer" in the area of plaintiff personal injury law. Each year, a small percentage of lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this top honor. - June 12, 2014 - Jim Dodson Law
Lisa M. Benzie of Navitsky, Olson & Wisneski LLP Recognized in Top 50 Women Attorneys in PA
Lisa M. Benzie of Navitsky, Olson & Wisneski LLP recognized as one of the Top 50 Women Attorneys in Pennsylvania. - June 12, 2014 - NOW Law
Emerging Star Attorney Establishes Employment Law Boutique in Atlanta
Employment law specialist and former defense attorney Porsche Léonce has launched Léonce Law, LLC, a boutique employment law advocacy and consulting firm with two offices in the metro Atlanta area. - June 12, 2014 - Leonce Law