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Presensoft Adds Support for Microsoft Lync 2013 (Wave 15)
New software update includes Microsoft Lync 2013 Archiving and Compliance compatibility. - April 17, 2014 - Presensoft Inc.
Klemchuk Kubasta LLP Partner Kirby Drake Inducted as Life Fellow of the Dallas Bar Foundation
Kirby Drake recognized as Life Fellow. - April 17, 2014 - Klemchuk LLP
Klemchuk Kubasta LLP Partner Kirby Drake Presents at State Bar of Texas Advanced Intellectual Property Course
Kirby Drake presents Inter Partes Review- Learning from the Denied Petitions. - April 17, 2014 - Klemchuk LLP
Philadelphia VIP Honors Willig, Williams & Davidson for Exceptional Commitment to Pro Bono Work
Labor and employment law firm honored with Philadelphia VIP’s William J. Brennan Award. - April 17, 2014 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Record Attendance for Henderson Franklin's HR Law & Solutions Conference
On April 1, 2014, Henderson Franklin's Employment Law Practice Group hosted its 22nd Annual HR Law & Solutions conference at Sanibel Harbour Resort with record-breaking attendance. Nearly 350 attendees heard presentations on a variety of law topics, including bullying in the workplace; best... - April 16, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
ADA Compliance Expert Protects Los Angeles Business from Lawsuit
California Access Consultants (CAC) has the tools and personnel to support any size Business while providing peace of mind from the drive by ADA lawsuit happy people. Many Businesses’ do not know what an ADA barrier is, or how to resolve it. That makes many Properties vulnerable to lawsuits and loss of money. But ADA Compliance allows for a better business environment for all persons regardless of any type of disadvantage. - April 15, 2014 - California Access Consultants
Attorney William D. Schroeder Jr. Guiding Clients Through Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Cases
Trusted Colmar, PA-based bankruptcy process attorney, William D. Schroeder Jr. is now helping clients to gain a greater understanding of the chapter 13 filing process. Through his services as a leading local bankruptcy attorney, William D. Schroder’s clients will be able to examine their... - April 13, 2014 - William D. Schroeder, Jr. – Attorney at Law
Trusted Bankruptcy Attorney William D. Schroeder, Jr. Helping Clients File for Chapter 7
Leading Colmar, PA-based bankruptcy attorney, William D. Schroeder, Jr. is now offering chapter 7 bankruptcy services to his clients across the Philadelphia region. By harnessing the power of the law William D. Schroeder, Jr. and his legal team, clients will resolve their credit and debt issues and... - April 13, 2014 - William D. Schroeder, Jr. – Attorney at Law
Joseph V. Colaianni, Has Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Joseph V. Colaiainni of Washington DC has been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as the Professional of the Year 2014 in the field of Law. - April 12, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
CFLA Announces Mortgage Securitization Auditor Training Certification in San Diego, CA; Apr 25-27, 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. - April 12, 2014 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Lake Mary, Florida Bankruptcy and Divorce Attorneys Sponsor Local Educational Fundraiser
The Law Office of Paulter & Liatsos, LLC. announce their participation in annual fundraiser to benefit local women. - April 12, 2014 - Paulter & Liatsos, LLC.
Feldman Morgado, PA Achieves Conditional Class Certification in Nationwide Lawsuit on Behalf of Lowe's Employees
Legal victory paves the way for wage and hour proceedings. - April 11, 2014 - Feldman Morgado, P.A.
Moretz & Skufca Law Firm Announces Two New Attorneys
New hires Mallory Willink and Lauri Eberhart strengthen firm’s family law, litigation, corporate and motorsports law practice groups. - April 11, 2014 - Moretz & Skufca, PLLC
David Merkatz Starts New Book, Hires Robert Nahas, Professional Writer & Author of Over 50 Published Books
David Merkatz has started work on his new book, "Wrongly Charged, A Look At The Legal System." He has hired professional ghost writer Robert Nahas to help, with the goal of this book becoming a best seller. Since 1999, Robert Nahas has written over 50 non-fiction books (memoirs,... - April 10, 2014 - David Merkatz
Nirka Burns Padilla Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Nirka Burns Padilla of Miami, Florida has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of real estate. About Nirka Burns Padilla Ms. Burns Padilla has 9 years experience in the real estate field. She is a... - April 10, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Wyndham Forensic Group Delivers DNA Seminar: From the Crime Scene to the Court Room
Wyndham Forensic Group, in collaboration with the Saint John Police Force, is delivering a forensic biology/DNA seminar this week addressing the current and emerging states of forensic biology and DNA testing, from the crime scene to the court room, and the role police play in maximizing its value... - April 10, 2014 - Wyndham Forensic Group
Michael Abcarian, Regional Managing Partner of Labor and Employment Law Firm Fisher & Phillips- Dallas, Gives Employers Tips to Avoid Religious Discrimination Claims
Are You Making a Good-Faith Effort to Accommodate Employee’s Religious Beliefs? As Passover approaches and the Easter Bunny hops into town, employers should be mindful of the workplace policies that should be in place to reduce the risk of potential religious discrimination... - April 10, 2014 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
OLP Announces New Litigation Support Certification Exam
The Organization of Legal Professionals, an industry group that includes some of the most respected legal technology thought leaders announces it launched its Litigation Support Certification Exam developed with Pearson Learning Solutions. It establishes a standard to recognize an individual has demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to perform competently in complex legal technology. - April 09, 2014 - Organization of Legal Professionals
Pro Bono Partnership Honors Pratt & Whitney, Lowenstein Sandler LLP, Dale Fredston, Joseph Galardi, and Steven Weinberger as Volunteers of the Year
Pro Bono Partnership, a nonprofit legal assistance provider serving New York, New Jersey and Connecticut nonprofit organizations, celebrated its 2013 Volunteers of the Year at a reception hosted by Hogan Lovells. Pratt & Whitney, Lowenstein Sandler LLP, Dale Fredston, Executive Vice President... - April 09, 2014 - Pro Bono Partnership
Mark Perenich Has Been Rated at a "Top Lawyer in Florida for 2014"
Mark Perenich has been practicing law in the Clearwater Florida area for the last 30 years. He has been rated a Top Lawyer in Florida for the year 2014, and has received other accolades. Mark's firm (Perenich Caulfield Avril Noyes P.A.) is preparing to celebrate their 60th year. - April 08, 2014 - Perenich Caulfield Avril Noyes
Printech Global Announces New Solution to Help Law Firms with Direct Mail Campaign
Printech Global Introduces Solution that helps Law Firms achieve a better ROI on their advertising dollar. With folder-sealing solution creating direct marketing campaigns, they can double customer acquisition rate. - April 04, 2014 - Printech Global Secure Payment Solutions
LawNearMe.com Expands to 11 States in 60 Days
LawNearMe.com is expanding rapidly across the country in response to the high demand of prospective clients searching for attorneys daily. Prospective clients from all over the country are forcing the team at LawNearMe to expand from Boston and New York City where they launched, to 11 states in the past 60 days alone. - April 04, 2014 - LawNearMe.com
Self Defense Expert Andrew Branca to Speak at Campbell Law
Author of the Law of Self-Defense Will Lead Discussion on Gun Law Politics - April 04, 2014 - Campbell Law
Campbell Law Fraternity Honors Wake County D.A. C. Colon Willoughby, Jr., with Iredell Award
Phi Alpha Delta Members Present Prestigious Award to Alumnus - April 04, 2014 - Campbell Law
Storage Made Easy Announces New Cloud Content Search Connector and Veritext as an Early Adopter of the Technology
Storage Made Easy today announced a new enterprise cloud content search connector whilst announcing that VeritextCorp., the industry-leading court reporting and deposition services company, as an enterprise user of the solution. - April 03, 2014 - Storage Made Easy
Stewart M. Weintraub Named Among Philadelphia’s "Best Lawyers"
Best Lawyers® recognizes Chamberlain Hrdlicka attorney for 10th consecutive year. - April 03, 2014 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
The Law Office of Graham Legal Expands Practice to Include Pre-Foreclosure Modification
Helping clients avoid foreclosure means helping them prior to the filing of a foreclosure suit and doing so at an affordable monthly rate. - April 03, 2014 - Graham Legal, P.A.
When Cops Kill Nominated for IPPY Award Book Nominated as Best Reference Book and Legal/Current Event Book of the Year
Book Deals with All Scenarios Law Enforcement Officers Find Themselves in After a Violent Altercation. - April 03, 2014 - When Cops Kill
Anderson Jones’ Alicia Lewis Nominated for N.C. State Bar Association Paralegal Division Council
Anderson Jones Controller and Office Manager Nominated for Three-Year Term with State Bar Association. - April 02, 2014 - Anderson Jones
Shannon Wynn Named Super Lawyer Rising Star and Adjunct Professor of Law at Marquette University
Shannon Wynn of Wynn at Law, LLC, with offices in Lake Geneva and Kenosha, WI has been named Super Lawyer Rising Star and Adjunct Professor of Law at Marquette University Law School. - March 29, 2014 - Wynn at Law, LLC
Zylpha’s Latest Legal Bundling Solution Responds to Growing Market Demand for Secure Systems
Zylpha, the UK’s leading innovator of legal document production and distribution systems has announced a new version of its widely acclaimed court and document bundling system. The move reflects the significant acceleration in demand, from both legal practices and local authority lawyers for secure bundling technology which can deliver significant efficiencies across the enterprise. - March 29, 2014 - zylpha
Social Network Helps Develop Business for Lawyers and Accountants
The methods used by law firms and accounting agencies to promote their services and capabilities are rapidly transforming into a digital process. Meanwhile, many companies are continuing to reduce their legal budgets. As a result, the competition amongst lawyers and accountants for routine billable... - March 28, 2014 - NomosNet
Kelly Elected VP of Museum of History Foundation Board
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Carlos A. Kelly, a stockholder in the firm’s Commercial Litigation practice group, has been elected Vice President of the Southwest Florida Museum of History Foundation Board. The Foundation... - March 28, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Augusta Law Firm Expands Practice to Include Business and Corporate Law
Entrepreneurs in Augusta and Atlanta have a new source to tap for legal advice and counsel. Burroughs|Elijah Attorneys announced today that Attorney Stephen M. Donaldson of Atlanta, Georgia will join the team to manage the firm’s expansion to business and corporate law. “With the... - March 28, 2014 - Burroughs|Elijah Attorneys
Three Things Most Law Firms Forget When Renewing Their Lease
Commercial real estate needs for law firms have significantly changed throughout the past decade. Offices are being compressed, meetings are held outside of the conference room, there is more focus on benefits for attorneys and an office’s appearance has become an integral part of the brand. - March 27, 2014 - Law Space Advisors
Celesq® Announces Upcoming CLE re Major Legal Developments in Corporate, Securities, White Collar; DOMA; Employment Law; IP; Privacy and Data Security
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts starting April 2014: Whistleblower Protection Expanded: Lawson v. FMR, LLC (2426) Live web cast: April 16, 2014 (12:00 noon ET) In Lawson v. FMR, LLC, the Supreme Court determined that the whistleblower protections of the... - March 27, 2014 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Campbell Law Professor Robert Montgomery Named Head of State Criminal Division
Professor with Campbell Since 2010 Appointed as Senior Deputy Attorney General in the North Carolina Department of Justice. - March 27, 2014 - Campbell Law
International Commercial Investment - Business Hub Opportunity
A 24/7 Legal Assistance Business Hub Opportunity from International Commercial Investment - March 26, 2014 - International Commercial Investment
Gretchen Harders, Member, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. to Speak at KC’s Health Care Reform Update: Final Employer Play-or-Pay Mandate Regulations Are Out
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gretchen Harders, Member, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Health Care Reform Update:... - March 26, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Gabriel S. Marinaro, Attorney, Drinker Biddle to Speak at KC’s Health Care Reform Update: Final Employer Play-or-Pay Mandate Regulations Are Out – Will You be Prepared?
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gabriel S. Marinaro, Attorney, Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Health Care Reform Update:... - March 26, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
C. Phillip Buffington Jr., Partner, Adams and Reese LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding the Lasting Impact of Basel III on Community Banks Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that C. Phillip Buffington Jr., Partner, Adams and Reese LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the Lasting Impact... - March 26, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Trey Mills, Esq. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Trey Mills, Esq. of Anderson, South Carolina has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the legal field. About Trey Mills, Esq. Mr. Mills has almost 10 years experience in the field of law. He is a Partner at... - March 25, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Divya Kumat of Datamatics Wins the General Counsel of the Year (Female) Award
Divya Kumat, Corporate Head – Legal & Company Secretary at Datamatics Global Services Limited (DGSL), won the General Counsel of the Year (Female) award at the 7th Legal Counsel Congress & Awards at Mumbai on 13th March, 2014. - March 22, 2014 - Datamatics
Christopher T. Bloodworth Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Christopher T. Bloodworth of Detroit, Michigan has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Christopher T. Bloodworth Mr. Bloodworth has over 15 years experience in the legal field. He is... - March 19, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
CFLA Announces Principal Reductions Through Strategic Litigation CA State Bar Approved CLE on Apr 5, 2014 in Los Angeles
CFLA announces California State Bar Approved Principal Reductions Through Strategic Litigation Under Homeowner Bill of Rights (CA) III CLE on April 5, 2014 in Los Angeles, CA. - March 19, 2014 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Kelley Kronenberg Launches New Website
Kelley Kronenberg, a national, full-service law firm, is pleased to announce the launch of their completely redesigned website (www.kelleykronenberg.com). - March 19, 2014 - Kelley Kronenberg
Hernandez Newest Equity Partner
Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP, a National Minority-Owned Law Firm, Announces Don Hernadez as Firm's 14th Equity Partner. - March 19, 2014 - Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP
Wendy Li, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding the Lasting Impact of Basel III on Community Banks Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Wendy Li, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the Lasting Impact of Basel... - March 19, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Elliot J. Feldman, Senior Partner, Baker & Hostetler, LLP to Speak at KC’s The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP): Fair Practices? Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Elliot J. Feldman, Senior Partner, Baker & Hostetler, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Trans-Pacific... - March 19, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
March Madness: Bankruptcy Brackets Match Bankrupt Celebrities to Crown Champion Debtor
March Madness: Bankruptcy Brackets Match Bankrupt Celebrities such as Bernie Madoff, Thomas Jefferson, Teresa Giudice, Tom Petty, Michael Vick and others in an effort to find the greatest celebrity debtor. - March 18, 2014 - Drescher & Associates