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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
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
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.
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
Chamberlain Hrdlicka Attorneys Again Ranked Among America's Top Lawyers
Tax attorney Larry A. Campagna tops roster of eight Chamberlain Hrdlicka attorneys ranked by Chambers & Partners in its annual guide to country's top lawyers and firms. - June 12, 2014 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
Five Farr Law Firm Attorneys Recognized in 2014 Super Lawyers
Guy S. Emerich, Jack O. Hackett II, Charles T. Boyle and David A. Holmes named “Super Lawyers” and Natalie C. Lashway recognized as “Florida Rising Star.” - June 12, 2014 - Farr Law Firm
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
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
Mister Softee Copycat Removed from New York City Streets
Master Softee, the rogue copycat of the famed Mister Softee ice cream truck line has been successfully removed from NYC streets thanks to the help of private investigators from North American Investigations. - June 11, 2014 - North American Investigations
Joseph A. Fried Selected for Esteemed Lawyers of America
Joseph A. Fried battles some of the most powerful trucking companies in the nation to win justice for truck accident victims and their families. As a former police officer, he relies on his investigative and forensic skills to find the truth behind each case. Mr. Fried is a partner in the... - June 11, 2014 - Esteemed Lawyers of America
Record-Breaking Whistleblower Attorney Takes on New Challenges: Traumatic Brain and Sprinal Cord Injuries
Record-breaking whistle-blower attorney Anthony J. Russo Jr. has partnered with successful board certified civil trial attorney Louis Battista in launching a new firm, Russo Battista Law Group that will primarily focus on catastrophic injury cases, including brain and spinal cord Injury cases. The new firm will go beyond the traditional legal scope of services employing a unique firm model, consisting of an in-house case management department to help clients navigate the complex system of care. - June 10, 2014 - Russo Battista Law Group
Senator Mike Enzi (R-WY) to be Honored with "Good Scout" Award 2014
The National Capital Area Council (NCAC), Boy Scouts of America (BSA) will honor Senator Mike Enzi, (R-WY) as the 2014 “Good Scout” at the 2014 Champions of Character Dinner on June 18, 2014. This award is to recognize Senator Enzi for his outstanding service in supporting Scouting... - June 09, 2014 - Washington, DC District, National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
Lawyers Go Mobile
With the launch of LawNearMe.com, lawyers have gone mobile. LawNearMe provides a free mobile platform, which allows “on the go” consumers seeking an attorney the ability to find, research and connect with an attorney in minutes. - June 09, 2014 - LawNearMe.com
Lance LoRusso, Author of "When Cops Kill" Presents Profits from the Book to the Georgia FOP Foundation at 12th Biennial F.O.P. State Conference on June 7
Profits from the Book go to Charities for Disabled Law Enforcement Officers and their Families. - June 08, 2014 - When Cops Kill
IBFD and Partners Hold the 3rd Asian Tax Authorities Symposium in Jakarta, Indonesia
The 3rd Asian Tax Authorities Symposium (ATAS) was held in Jakarta, Indonesia on 4 and 5 June 2014. This year’s theme was “Broadening the Revenue Base, Narrowing the Tax Gap.” ATAS brings together key personnel from Tax Policy and Tax Administration to discuss international tax issues and developments, and their impact on the Asia-Pacific region. - June 07, 2014 - IBFD
Willig, Williams & Davidson Attorney Matthew Slater Earns Workers’ Compensation Law Specialty Certification
Pennsylvania Bar Association recognizes Philadelphia workers’ compensation lawyer as authorized specialist by Pennsylvania Supreme Court. - June 07, 2014 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Marilyn Clark, Partner, Dorsey & Whitney to Speak at KC’s The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: Understanding and Responding to EEOC Charges Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Marilyn Clark, Partner, Dorsey & Whitney will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Equal Employment Opportunity... - June 07, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Anderson Jones, PLLC Partner to Speak on Federal and State Retainage Laws to Local ASAC Chapter
Victor “Andy” Anderson to Present During Triangle Chapter of the American Subcontractors Association of the Carolinas Meeting June 10 - June 07, 2014 - Anderson Jones
DOL Consolidates Strengths in Revolutionizing ERISA Plan Enforcement in June 11 Webcast
Valley of the Sun United Way and Fiduciary Doctors, LLC are featuring distinguished guest Mary Rosen, Associate Regional Director of the Boston Regional Office of the United States Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA). Jonathan Flitter, ERISA attorney, and Member of... - June 06, 2014 - Fiduciary Doctors, LLC
Pro Bono Partnership Hosts Smorgasbono Legal Q & A Program for Nonprofits
Pro Bono Partnership hosted its third SmorgasbonoSM Legal Q & A Program for Nonprofits, an event that brings together its volunteer attorneys and nonprofit clients. This year, more than 40 lawyers and two corporate governance professionals from BASF Corporation; Honeywell; Kirkland & Ellis... - June 06, 2014 - Pro Bono Partnership
Southwest Florida Employment Lawyer Suzanne Boy Elected to Canterbury School Board of Trustees
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorney Suzanne Boy was elected to the Canterbury School Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees governs the Canterbury School in Fort Myers, a well-respected college preparatory school dedicated to... - June 06, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Stewart Weintraub Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from The Legal Intelligencer
Chamberlain Hrdlicka tax attorney honored by ALM Media publication. - June 06, 2014 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
Utah Intellectual Property Law Firm Workman Nydegger Adds Atlanta Office, Shareholder
Workman Nydegger managing partner Jonathan Richards announced Monday that the firm is opening an office in Atlanta. The office, located in the mid-town area at 1075 Peachtree Street NE, will be managed by Robert L. Florence* who was previously with the Atlanta office of McGuireWoods. Florence is a... - June 05, 2014 - Workman Nydegger
Alan M. Feldman Named "Champion of Justice" by Community Legal Services
Philadelphia CLS recognizes co-managing partner of personal injury firm Feldman Shepherd for dedication to legal services nonprofit. - June 05, 2014 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
PrintingHouse Press Launches Company Branding Video
PrintingHouse Press recently filmed its first branding video, which is now available at www.phpny.com. - June 04, 2014 - PrintingHouse Press
Kenneth Johnston, Shareholder with Kane Russell Coleman & Logan PC, to Speak at KC’s Hot Topics in Dealing with Banking Cyber Security Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kenneth Johnston, Attorney, Kane Russell Coleman & Logan PC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Hot Topics in Dealing... - June 03, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Lake Mary Florida Divorce Law Office Launches New Online Guide Discussing Divorce and Investments
Paulter & Liatsos, LLC Announces Their Newest Website Addition That Features How Divorce Affects Social Security Benefits - June 02, 2014 - Paulter & Liatsos, LLC.
CFLA Announces Partnership with REST to Offer Securitized REST Report, Available Only Through CFLA
CFLA partners with REST to offer cutting-edge Securitized REST Reports. - June 01, 2014 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
PrintingHouse Press Releases New Mobile App
PrintingHouse Press recently unveiled its new mobile app, which is available on all smart phones and tablets. - May 31, 2014 - PrintingHouse Press
Carlos P. Kizzee, Deputy Director, United States Department of Homeland Security to Speak at KC’s Hot Topics in Dealing with Banking Cyber Security Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Carlos P. Kizzee Deputy Director, Stakeholder Engagement & Cyber Infrastructure Resilience, United States Department of Homeland Security will speak at... - May 30, 2014 - The Knowledge Group