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Becker, Harris and Cunningham Law Group’s Not Long Ago Completed the Expansion to Their Regional Headquarters
Becker, Harris and Cunningham Law Group’s not long ago completed the expansion to their Regional Headquarters by building out the adjoining unused lot. The expansion comprises our expanded Records Storage Facility, Client Processing Area, and workspaces for our production unit, a training... - February 13, 2014 - Becker, Harris and Cunningham Law Group
Becker, Harris and Cunningham Law Group and Its Offices Worldwide Adopted and Maintained an Extensive Progressive Employee Safety Training Plan
Years ago, Becker, Harris and Cunningham Law Group and its offices worldwide adopted and maintained an extensive progressive employee safety training plan. - February 13, 2014 - Becker, Harris and Cunningham Law Group
Seminar Will Provide Law Students and Graduates with Strategies and Competitive Edge
Chabad of Southside is proud to announce a seminar for law students and legal professionals featuring three Florida Coastal School of Law Graduates who will provide strategies for navigating law school and the difficult job market on Saturday Night Feb. 22nd 8pm at Chabad. - February 12, 2014 - Chabad Lubavitch of Southside, Inc.
Draft n Craft Targets 100% Growth in 2014
Draft n Craft is a world-class legal process outsourcing company. - February 12, 2014 - Draft n Craft Legal Outsourcing Pvt Ltd
New Technology Prevents Social Media Blunders: SecureMySocial Warns Users in Real Time if They Make Inappropriate Posts
SecureMySocial today announced its revolutionary technology that warns users of social media in real-time if they post problematic material that can harm themselves or the businesses for which they work. The system allows businesses to protect themselves from reputational harm, data leaks, legal problems, and other damage, without having to monitor their employees, and without employees needing to share any account information or passwords. - February 11, 2014 - SecureMySocial
LawNearMe.com Delivers the Next Generation of Legal Clients to Welcoming Attorneys
LawNearMe.com is the first website able to connect the next generation of clients with attorneys. - February 11, 2014 - LawNearMe.com
Larry Coats Gets Legal Elite Nod from Business NC Magazine
Chosen by the state’s lawyers, the legal elite listing recognizes NC's top attorneys - February 09, 2014 - Coats and Bennett
Kathryn Walker Elected to Chicago Board of Directors of Step Up Women's Network
Kathryn Walker of The Patterson Law Firm, LLC was elected to the Chicago Board of the non-profit organization Step Up. - February 08, 2014 - The Patterson Law Firm, LLC
Startling Effects of Testosterone Therapy
Attorney Morris Bart is investigating claims for men who have taken testosterone therapies and suffered a heart attack, stroke or death. A recent study has found that testosterone therapies may substantially raise the risk of heart attacks in men over 65 and in men under 65 with a history of heart... - February 07, 2014 - Morris Bart
Klemchuk Kubasta LLP Holds Annual Meeting
Klemchuk Kubasta LLP Holds 4th Annual Meeting on January 30th - February 07, 2014 - Klemchuk LLP
Carl J. Riley, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig LLP to Speak at KC’s Upcoming Webcast: US REITs for Foreign Investors – Understanding Advantages Under FIRPTA Reforms
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Carl J. Riley, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “US REITs for Foreign Investors:... - February 07, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Thought-Provoking New Book Examines Grassroots Relationship Between Culture & Copyright
While many believe that first-graders are only concerned with playtime, Anatoly Volynets knows that the honest and uninfluenced minds of first-graders can provide an innate and grassroots insight into myriad subjects, including, for example, culture and exclusive rights. He learned this having... - February 06, 2014 - Total Knowledge
Hugh W. Robinson Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Hugh W. Robinson of Naples, Florida has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the legal field. About Hugh W. Robinson Mr. Robinson has over 25 years experience in the legal field. He is the Founder of NLPA, a... - February 06, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Sanibel Attorney David Fowler Named Chair of Henderson Franklin's Real Estate Practice
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney David Fowler has been elected Chair of the firm’s Real Estate division. Fowler takes the reins from Thomas Gunderson, who served as Chair for seven years (2006 to 2013). Fowler is Florida Bar... - February 06, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Cumulus Data Uses Amazon Web Services to Bring Exclusive Collection Capabilities to eCloudCollect™
New capability enables customers to perform ESI collections directly from their data on the Amazon Web Services cloud, and employ sophisticated culling using the computing power of Amazon CloudSearch. - February 06, 2014 - Cumulus Data, Inc.
Strathmore's Who's Who Honors Angela Small Booth
Angela Small Booth, of Los Angeles, California has recently been honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Trademark Law. - February 05, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Robert M. Crawford, Jr., Counsel, Goodwin Procter LLP to Speak at KC’s Gamer Technology Law: Significant Issues and Developments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Robert M. Crawford, Jr., Counsel, Goodwin Procter LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Gamer Technology Law: Significant... - February 05, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
gUnify & BroadSoft Collaborate with Clio to Change Legal Landscape for Call Billing and Tracking
gUnify Cloud Connector for Clio & BroadSoft to be Showcased at 2014 LegalTech Trade Show in New York City. - February 04, 2014 - gUnify
Celesq® Announces February CLE Involving Developments in Litigation/E-Discovery; Asset Protection/Estate Planning/Bankruptcy; Intellectual Property
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for February 2014: Cooperation in E-Discovery (2421) Live web cast: February 11, 2014 (12:00 noon ET) Although Courts, rule-makers and commentators have all have remarked on the need for cooperation in E-Discovery, adversarial... - February 04, 2014 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Attorney Vincent R. Whittaker Opens New Law Firm in Indian Wells
Firm Focuses on Complex Business Litigation & Transactional Law - February 01, 2014 - Vince Whittaker
Local Training for Alabama Notaries
Notaries for Alabama will be one of the sponsors of Notary Basics for the Alabama Notary Public, scheduled for Friday, February 28, 2014, from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm at the Homewood Public Library, in Homewood, AL. The cost is $35. “Notary Basics is ideal for first-time notaries, or... - February 01, 2014 - Notaries4Alabama
Matt Nielson Disability Law Announces Updated Website for Those Seeking Social Security Disability Benefits
Matt Nielson Disability Law’s updated website makes it easier for individuals to understand the process and receive assistance in getting social security disability benefits. Matt Nielson Disability Law today announced the re-organization of their website, UtahSocialSecurityDisability.com,... - February 01, 2014 - Nielson Disability Law
Philadelphia Tax Lawyers Discuss Location-Based Tax Issues
Chamberlain Hrdlicka attorney Stewart M. Weintraub presented two CLEs on nexus and its impact on state and local taxes. - February 01, 2014 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
Organization of Legal Professionals Expands to South Carolina by Welcoming New Chapter in Columbia
Organization of Legal Professionals welcomes new South Carolina chapter. OLP provides eDiscovery certifications and legal technology to attorneys, litigation support professionals and paralegals. The association has members in 10 countries. - January 31, 2014 - Organization of Legal Professionals
Wynn at Law, LLC Expands Southeastern Wisconsin Presence -- Opens New Bankruptcy Office in Salem, Wisconsin
Lake Geneva based law firm, Wynn at Law, LLC, opens second bankruptcy office in Salem, Wisconsin. - January 31, 2014 - Wynn at Law, LLC
The Longworth & Richman Law Group Secures Top-Tier Rankings in US News and World Report’s Inaugural Survey of the Best Law Firms
January 28, 2014 (New York) – US News and World Report has recognized the international law firm of Longworth & Richman Law Group with 19 top rankings in the publication’s inaugural survey of the best law firms in the United States. The firm received "Metropolitan First-Tier Rankings" for 12 practice areas across four offices. - January 31, 2014 - Longworth & Richman Law Group
Aaron Rodgers Surprises Sisters at the Milwaukee Art Museum in Season Two of itsAaron.com
Season Two, Episode Three of itsAaron.com was released today. The video is part of the itsAaron.com project, a collaboration between Aaron Rodgers and attorney David Gruber that brings positive attention to inspirational individuals and worthwhile organizations making a difference in our community. - January 30, 2014 - Gruber Law
Klemchuk Kubasta LLP Gives Back to the Homeless
Klemchuk Kubasta LLP Employees Serve the Homless in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. - January 30, 2014 - Klemchuk LLP
Bucks Family Lawyers Speak at Matrimonial Litigation Symposium
Divorce attorneys from Williams Family Law in Doylestown address approaches to valuing marital assets. - January 30, 2014 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
Fort Myers Attorney Charles Basinait Named Chair of Land Use & Environmental Practice
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Charles Basinait has been named Chair of the firm’s Land Use & Environmental Law Practice. Basinait takes the reins from Russell Schropp, who served as Chair for eight years (2005 to... - January 29, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
The Law Offices of Bryan S. Kessler, P.A. Announces Opening of New Office in Venice, Florida
The Law Offices of Bryan S. Kessler, P.A. is excited to announce the grand opening of its new office in Venice Florida. The new office is conveniently located near the intersection of US Hwy 41 and Venice Avenue at 800 E. Venice Ave, and will provide people an opportunity to meet Attorney Bryan... - January 29, 2014 - Law Offices of Bryan S Kessler
Christopher C. Walton, San Diego Personal Injury and Elder Abuse Attorney Named to 2014 Southern California Super Lawyers List
Principal of Walton Law, A.P.C. Named Southern California Super Lawyer for 2014 - January 27, 2014 - Walton Law APC
Henderson Franklin Names Suzanne Boy and Traci McKee Stockholders
The Southwest Florida law firm of Henderson Franklin Starnes & Holt, PA is pleased to announce that Attorneys Suzanne Boy and Traci McKee have been named stockholders. Managing Partner Denis Noah stated, “Suzanne and Traci have made an impact in our firm and in the local community. - January 26, 2014 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
RMN Global Search Supports AAPI Legislative Day
RMN Global Search is honored to be a sponsor for 2014 AAPI Legislative Day. - January 26, 2014 - The RMN Agency
Willig, Williams & Davidson Partner Appointed Co-Chair of Philadelphia Bar Association Municipal Court Committee
Labor and employment attorney Kristine A. Phillips appointed to the 2014 Municipal Court Committee of the Philadelphia Bar Association. - January 25, 2014 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Family Lawyer Jessica A. Pritchard Receives Bucks County Bar Association Award
Partner at Williams Family Law honored with President’s Award for service to county bar association. - January 24, 2014 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
DPS Software Implements GBGroup’s Matchcode Software to Help Law Firms Improve Efficiency and Data Quality
Poised to reduce the amount of administrative work within a law firm and to help it increase its efficiency and profitability, legal software provider DPS Software partnered with GBGroup, a leader on the identity intelligence solutions market. Their products' integration enables fee earners to enter postal addresses within their databases automatically and save time in the processing of cases and matters. - January 24, 2014 - DPS Software
Stuart Oberman Appointed as Counsel for the North Atlantic Professional Hockey League
Stuart J. Oberman (Oberman Law Firm) has been appointed as General Counsel for the North Atlantic Professional Hockey League (NAPHL), which will kick off its inaugural season in the fall of 2014. The NAPHL will be geographically located in the North Atlantic Region. Mr. Oberman will advise and... - January 24, 2014 - Oberman Law Firm
NAMWOLF’s Comment on the "Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies & Practices of Entities Regulated by the Agencies"
The following is NAMWOLF's Commentary on the "Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies & Practices of Entities Regulated by the Agencies": "The 'Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies &... - January 23, 2014 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Jefferey Ogden Katz of The Patterson Law Firm, LLC Selected as One of SuperLawyers’ Rising Stars for Second Consecutive Year
Jefferey Ogden Katz of the Patterson Law Firm has been chosen by SuperLawyers as a Rising Star in the field of professional liability for the second consecutive year. - January 22, 2014 - The Patterson Law Firm, LLC
RMN Global Search Hosts Event for Robb Pitts
RMN Global Search is honored to host a reception for Fulton County Commissioner Robb Pitts. - January 19, 2014 - The RMN Agency
Wyndham Forensic Group to Lead Professional Development Seminar for Police in Atlantic Canada
Wyndham Forensic Group is pleased to collaborate with the Saint John Police Force to design and deliver a forensic biology/DNA seminar that will address 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... - January 19, 2014 - Wyndham Forensic Group
Fixed Fee Commercial Litigation Now Available for Business
BLN Introduces Legati: A Commercial Litigation Innovation - January 18, 2014 - Legati
Jacqueline Klosek, Counsel, Goodwin Procter LLP to Speak at KC’s Privacy and Security Concerns: The Bring Your Own Device Policy Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jacqueline Klosek, Counsel, Goodwin Procter LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Privacy and Security Concerns: The Bring... - January 18, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
James S. DeGraw, Partner, Ropes & Gray LLP to Speak at KC’s Privacy and Security Concerns: The Bring Your Own Device Policy Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that James S. DeGraw, Partner, Ropes & Gray LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Privacy and Security Concerns: The Bring... - January 18, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Jason E. Havens Elected President of the Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc.
Jason E. Havens was elected President of the Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc., an Organization Accredited by the American Bar Association and Affiliated with the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC). - January 17, 2014 - Havens & Miller, P.L.L.C.
Parker Shumaker Mills Attracts Top Los Angeles Attorneys to Corporate & Securities Practice
Parker Shumaker Mills LLP today announced that a prominent team of corporate and securities attorneys has joined the firm in a significant expansion of its corporate and securities litigation and transactional practice. The team includes Mark Hiraide, Vincent Hsieh, Gregory Keever and Roger Loomis,... - January 17, 2014 - Parker Shumaker Mills LLP
Walter G. Ricciardi, Partner, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP to Speak at KC’s FCPA Guidance: Understanding Key Issues and Ensuring Compliance Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Walter G. Ricciardi, Partner, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FCPA... - January 17, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
James Slear, Partner, Thompson Coburn LLP to Speak at KC’s FCPA Guidance: Understanding Key Issues and Ensuring Compliance Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that James Slear, Partner, Thompson Coburn LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FCPA Guidance: Understanding Key Issues and... - January 17, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Harriet Pearson, Partner, Hogan Lovells LLP to Speak at KC’s Privacy and Security Concerns: The Bring Your Own Device Policy Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Harriet Pearson, Partner, Hogan Lovells US LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Privacy and Security Concerns: The Bring... - January 17, 2014 - The Knowledge Group