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Thompson & Knight Attorney Named Chairman of the Board of Dallas Heritage Village
Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce James B. Harris has been named Chairman of the Board of Dallas Heritage Village. His one-year term began at the Village’s annual meeting on September 27, 2007. - October 07, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
New Naturalization Test is More Complex; Jacobson & Han LLP, Immigration Attorneys Advise Applying for Citizenship Immediately
Jacobson & Han LLP, Immigration Attorneys advise all eligible Lawful Permanent Residents to apply for Naturalization immediately. Why? As of October 2008 all naturalization applicants will be subject to a more complex test in order to become a citizen. The new test includes an overhauled... - October 05, 2007 - Jacobson & Han LLP, Immigration Attorneys
Change Your Adult or Minor's Name Legally Online with CivilTree.com
The firm of CivilTree.com has launched an intuitive nationwide adult and minor online name change services. You can now change your name online with CivilTree.com. - October 03, 2007 - CivilTree.com
The Online Firm of CivilTree.com Launches an Intuitive Small Claims Filing Program: Small Claims Easy as 1-2-3 with CivilTree.com
The program has been designed to work with the courts to file and serve consumer's small claims suit. The best part is that the program is reviewed by experienced associates. - October 03, 2007 - CivilTree.com
A USCIS Forms Preparation Service Dedicated to Immigration Attorneys
Complete preparation of all USCIS forms relating to immigrants who request an adjustment of status - October 02, 2007 - 485Petitions.Com
The Divorce Industry Costs Americans $28 Billion Dollars a Year, Adding to the Financial Burdens of Leaving a Marriage
With the cost of an average divorce over $20,000.00, married couples thinking of divorcing need to educate themselves before hiring an attorney or doing their divorce using legal forms preparers. - September 29, 2007 - Vivian Rodriguez
Lehman, Lee & Xu Foreign Legal Counsel, Ryan Beers, Attends Welcome Dinner for New Australian Ambassador to China
Foreign Legal Counsel in Lehman, Lee & Xu’s Shenzhen office, Ryan Beers, attended a welcome dinner for the new Australian Ambassador to China, Dr Geoff Raby. The event was organized by the Australian Chamber of Commerce South China, and held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Shenzhen, on August... - September 28, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Lehman, Lee & Xu Adds a "YouTube Dimension" to Their Practices
Lehman, Lee & Xu becomes the first Chinese law firm to create a virtual office tour on YouTube. - September 28, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Set Up a Romanian Company Without Visiting Romania
IEC Law Firm, located in Bucharest, Romania offers legal support for the setup of Romanian companies without the need of being present in Romania. - September 28, 2007 - IEC Law Firm in Bucharest, Romania
United States Supreme Court to Hear Appeal in Arnold Preston vs. Alex Ferrer – Joseph D. Schleimer, Schleimer & Freundlich LLP, Beverly Hills
The United States Supreme Court granted Certiorari and agreed to hear the appeal in Arnold Preston vs. Alex Ferrer. Joseph D. Schleimer, Schleimer & Freundlich LLP, Beverly Hills, California, is counsel for Petitioner Arnold Preston. - September 27, 2007 - Schleimer & Freundlich LLP
Lehman, Lee & Xu Announces New Litigation Department Head
Mr. Ryan Tang, of the Shanghai office, was promoted to head the firm's litigation department. Mr. Tang has worked both as an attorney and judge in Shanghai intermediate court. - September 27, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Lehman, Lee & Xu Announces New Trademark Department Promotions
Ms. Grace Wang and Ms. Li Ruirong have been internally promoted within the trademark department. Ms. Wang will now head the firm's trademark department, while Mr. Li will provide administrative support as the trademark administration manager. - September 27, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Lawyers Who Receive Referral Fees from Investment Advisors Should Watch Out
Dorothy K. Phillips says that lawyers who accept fees from an investment advisor for referring a client to it for investment of the client's equitable distribution proceeds should watch out. - September 25, 2007 - Dorothy K. Phillips & Associates, LLC
Collabsoft Enters Flatware and Jewelry Design
Collabsoft, an India based engineering and IT company was awarded two separate contracts by two leading US companies for developing engineering design drawings for flatware and fine jewelry. - September 24, 2007 - Collab Information Systems Pvt Ltd
Why This Major Publisher Does Not Sell to Bookstores
This publisher offers its nonfiction books of self-help, social issues, inspirational and other titles only to Corporations, Nonprofits and Organizations for distribution to their employees and associates to fit their own marketing needs and strategy. Tell them the book title you need and they will even write the book for you. - September 21, 2007 - United Citizens For Legal Reform
Thompson & Knight Attorneys Selected for Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Lawyers in America
The international law firm of Thompson & Knight congratulates John H. Martin and Jeffrey A. Zlotky on being named by the legal services information company Lawdragon to its list of “Leading Lawyers in America.” - September 20, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
David Paulson of Helms Mulliss & Wicker Recognized as a 2007 Mover & Shaker
David Paulson, managing partner of the Helms Mulliss & Wicker Raleigh office, has been recognized by Business Leader magazine as a 2007 Mover & Shaker. The award honors 36 business professionals who have made a significant impact through community involvement by participating in volunteer... - September 19, 2007 - Helms Mulliss Wicker
Atlanta’s Growing Attraction as Corporate Relocation Site Presents Opportunity for Regional Law Firm
The Problem: Different States’ Varying Real Estate Closing Regulations Conflict With Most Companies’ Desire to Quickly Close on Properties – Particularly in Light of Changing Real Estate Markets. The Solution: Many Attorneys Spread Across a Multi-State Region Whose Work is Coordinated Through a Central Point - September 18, 2007 - Morris|Hardwick|Schneider
Morris|Hardwick|Schneider Offers Real Estate Closing Services to Booming Hispanic Population
As Atlanta’s Hispanic population continues to grow, Morris|Hardwick|Schneider, one of the largest real estate closing law firms in the nation with 37 offices in Atlanta, has established new services to help Spanish-speaking home buyers and sellers understand and navigate the often intimidating real estate closing process. - September 18, 2007 - Morris|Hardwick|Schneider
The National Arbitration Forum Resolves Univision, Webkinz and Hershey's Kisses Domain Name Disputes
Dispute Resolution Program Boasts a Legal Process that is Quick, Inexpensive, Neutral and Expert - September 14, 2007 - National Arbitration Forum
Attorney Claims Your Children Are at Risk Even if You Have a Will
It’s incredible to believe, but 74% of U.S. parents don’t have a Will and even those who do still risk their children being taken from their home, at least temporarily, if they are injured or die. Think about it. - September 14, 2007 - Family Wealth Matters
New Web Site in Memorial of the 911 Terrorist Attack on America
New Web Site developed in memorial of the savage 911 terrorist attack on America features some of the greatest links on the Internet, pictures and narrative as a grim reminder of the goal of the Jihadist radicals with stated goal of destroying America. - September 08, 2007 - United Citizens For Legal Reform
National Minority-Owned Law Firm Adds Litigation Attorney
Nancy Allf joins Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP - September 08, 2007 - Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP
79 Thompson & Knight Attorneys Honored in The Best Lawyers in America® 2008
The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to congratulate its 79 attorneys who were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2008 (Copyright 2007 by Woodward/White, Inc., of Aiken, S.C.). Thompson & Knight is honored to have more... - September 07, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
Tina Shanahan Wins 2007 Excellence in Mentoring Award
Be Active North Carolina, Inc. a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health of all North Carolinians, has announced that Tina Shanahan, president and chief executive officer, has been awarded the 2007 Triangle Business Journal’s Excellence In Mentoring Award, presented by RBC... - September 01, 2007 - Shanahan Law Group
Helms Mulliss & Wicker Opens New E-Discovery Facility
Helms Mulliss & Wicker announces the opening of a new E-Discovery facility in Charlotte that will house more than 40 professionals and is equipped with computer workstations specially configured to efficiently perform large-scale document reviews. - August 31, 2007 - Helms Mulliss Wicker
Helms Mulliss & Wicker Ranks Among Top 10 Bond Counsels
Helms Mulliss & Wicker LLP (HMW) announced today that it was ranked among the top 10 bond counsels dealing with competitive issues according to The Bond Buyer, the leading publication covering the bond industry. - August 30, 2007 - Helms Mulliss Wicker
Helms Mulliss & Wicker Announces Addition to Litigation Counsel
John H. Anderson, Jr. has joined the Wilmington office of Helms Mulliss & Wicker with a practice focus in trial-ready litigation. - August 29, 2007 - Helms Mulliss Wicker
National Minority-Owned Law Firm Adds Employment Attorney
Kathleen M. Paustian joins Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP - August 29, 2007 - Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP
Thompson & Knight Attorney Named Chairman of Advisory Council and Conference
The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to congratulate R. Gordon Appleman on being named Chairman of The University of Texas (UT) College of Liberal Arts Foundation Advisory Council and Chairman of The University of Texas School of Law’s (UT Law) 55th Annual... - August 24, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
Joseph D. Schleimer to Moderate CLE Program for Beverly Hills Bar Association on the Legal Regulation of Talent Managers
Entertainment lawyer Joseph D. Schleimer will moderate a CLE program for the Beverly Hills Bar Association on the Legal Regulation of Talent Managers on September 19, 2007, at Lawry's Restaurant in Beverly Hills. - August 16, 2007 - Schleimer & Freundlich LLP
McCullough, Williams, Bowden & Cyr Announces 2007 Super Lawyers
The law firm of McCullough, Williams, Bowden & Cyr, P.A. announced today that two of their partners, D. Patrick McCullough and Gerald O. Williams, have again been named Super Lawyers® by Minnesota Law and Politics magazine. D. Patrick McCullough has been the managing attorney of the firm... - August 14, 2007 - McCullough, Williams, Bowden & Cyr
NJ Transit Worker Dies of Pulmonary Fibrosis, Widow Awarded 19M
The wife of a New Jersey Transit employee who died in 2002 of a job-related lung disease was awarded $19.2 million by a Superior Court jury in New Brunswick. - August 13, 2007 - Barry R. Eichen
Powerhouse Growth for Helms Mulliss & Wicker
Peter Covington, chairman of Helms Mulliss & Wicker, PLLC (HMW), a law firm specializing in corporate law, finance and business litigation, reports record growth in 2007. “We have been fortunate enough to share in the growth of our clients during these good economic times. Making sure... - August 12, 2007 - Helms Mulliss Wicker
Robert Paisola, CEO of Western Capital, Explains How National Sub Prime Mortgage Defaults Are Expected to Hit All Time Highs and How to Protect Yourself
In the years 2005 and 2006, Sub Prime Mortgages were as easy to get as picking apples off of a tree. Now reality is hitting hard, as those Variable Rate Loans are coming to term. Millions of Americans are now locked out of the housing market. In an Exclusive Western Capital Review, it is estimated... - August 09, 2007 - Western Capital Financial Services, Inc
Legal Solutions, Inc. Sharpens Focus on Contract Attorney Market
Legal Solutions establishes a contract attorney division to keep up with the demand for providing cost-efficient services to its current and future clients. - August 07, 2007 - Legal Solutions, Inc.
Courts Awards Women 10.6 Million in Ford Explorer Throttle Plate Defect
A Toms River woman who suffered a paralyzed right arm after her Ford Explorer rolled over was awarded a total of $10,668,799.89 in damages by a Superior Court jury in New Brunswick. - August 06, 2007 - Barry R. Eichen
Thompson & Knight Receives Greater Dallas Chamber Employer Excellence Award
The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce its selection as a recipient of the 2007 Greater Dallas Chamber Employer Excellence Award. The Firm is the only law firm to receive this award which honors Greater Dallas Chamber (GDC) companies recognized by the Dallas... - August 04, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
File Small Claims Online with LegalWebMD.com
Small Claims filing is easier then before. The firm of LegalWebMD.com has launched a new site engineered for common legal services such as small claims filings. The firm offers complete small claims assistance to clients nationwide. The firm will prepare, file and serve your small claims complaint. - August 01, 2007 - LegalWebMD.com
Change Your Name Legally with LegalWebMD.com
There could be multiple reasons why an individual might be considering a legal name change either for yourself, your child or for your entire family. Whatever the reason are, let the firm of LegalWebMD save you time and money. - August 01, 2007 - LegalWebMD.com
Panama Attorney Named Forty Under Forty
Attorney Alvaro Aguilar was named “Forty Under 40” by Panama business publication Capital Financiero - August 01, 2007 - Lombardi Aguilar Group
Contaminated Chemotherapy Treatment for Leukemia, Jury Awards 18.5 Million in Medical Malpractice Suit
A 25 year old Toms River man paralyzed from the waist down after receiving contaminated chemotherapy treatment for leukemia was awarded $18.5 million by a Superior court jury in New Brunswick, New Jersey - July 31, 2007 - Barry R. Eichen
LegalWebMD Launches Nationwide Legal Service
LegalWebMD has been engineered to assist individuals with common legal matters. Save Time & Money on legal issues such as name changes, small claims, trademarks, and much more. - July 28, 2007 - LegalWebMD.com
Online Incorporation Service MaxFilings Announces New Interactive Fees Chart Showing Cost to Incorporate Online
Online incorporation service MaxFilings launches interactive Fees chart showing cost to incorporate online in each state; costs include state filing fees. - July 25, 2007 - MaxFilings, Inc.
Collaborating Trust & Estate and Litigation Law Firms Provide Quality Represention to Trustees and Beneficiaries
With the proliferation of the living or revocable trust nationwide and the numerous companies improperly marketing these estate planning tools, there are many landmines trust administration. They aim to meet your legal needs and answer your questions. - July 24, 2007 - Law Offices of Randall Swanson, APC
Edward Lehman Appointed as Guest Professor at Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Law
Mr. Edward Lehman has been officially appointed as a Guest Professor at the prestigious Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Law, for a period of 3 years, starting on June 8, 2007. Mr. Lehman, who is currently the Managing Director of Lehman, Lee & Xu, has decided to make a return to... - July 19, 2007 - Lehman, Lee & Xu
Thompson & Knight Attorney Receives Leadership Award
The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to congratulate Partner P. Mike McCullough and his wife Sharon McCullough on being the recipients of the Dallas Historical Society’s Volunteer Leadership Award, which is awarded to couples or individuals who have enriched the... - July 19, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
The Law Offices of Norman Gregory Fernandez Announces the California Personal Injury Law Blog
California Personal Injury Lawyer Norman Gregory Fernandez has created The California Personal Injury Law Blog to educate the public on issues related to Personal Injury Law. This resource is a place that you can go to on the internet to get a basic understanding in plain language, of personal... - July 18, 2007 - The Law Offfices of Norman Gregory Fernandez & Associates
Thorp, Clarke & Neville, P.A. Opens Fourth Attorney Office Location - Newest Location in Surf City, NC 28445
Topsail Island area - Attorneys at Law - New Office Opened - July 14, 2007 - Thorp, Clarke & Neville, P.A.
Study Suggests Why Cheating Spouses Need to be Confronted Fast
A study finds that infidelity can be a form of emotional violence that leaves betrayed partners with the same symptoms as an abusive partnership. Finding out the facts and acting on the cheating early may help the healing process. - July 12, 2007 - PInow.com