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Pennsylvania Bar Association Commemorates 40th Anniversary of Pennsylvania Divorce Code
The Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) Family Law Section (FLS) recently held the 2020 Winter Meeting, at which members commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Divorce Code. The meeting was held January 17-19 at the Hotel Hershey. Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman family attorneys... - February 13, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Erin Houck-Toll Named Chair of Henderson Franklin's Business & Tax Department
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Erin Houck-Toll has been named Chair of its Business & Tax Department. The Department is comprised of multiple practice groups, including: General Counsel Services, Health Care, Intellectual Property and Mergers... - February 09, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Alexa Stephenson, Esq., Joins Kahana & Feld LLP as an Attorney with Its Business, Employment, and Construction Litigation Teams
Kahana & Feld LLP is pleased to announce that Alexa Stephenson, Esq., has joined the firm as an attorney in the firm’s Business, Employment, and Construction Litigation practice groups. “Ms. Stephenson is a skilled and dedicated attorney who has a track record of excellence and... - February 08, 2020 - Kahana Feld
Florida Justice Center Wins Pitch Competition
Newly formed non-profit awarded top prize by judges in competition hosted by Broward College and CareerSource Broward. - February 06, 2020 - Florida Justice Center
SALI Alliance Announces LMSS 1.0 of Legal Matter Standard
Matter standard version 1 release provides a foundation for driving efficiency and enabling change for the legal industry. - February 04, 2020 - Association of Legal Administrators
The Zalkin Law Firm Secures Landmark Ruling in Title IX Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against University of California Berkeley
Ninth Circuit Rules Educational Institutions Can be Held Liable for Maintaining a Pattern of Failing to Respond to Sexual Misconduct - February 03, 2020 - The Zalkin Law Firm
Newly Unsealed Lawsuit in Federal Court Alleges Ongoing Healthcare Fraud by Stanford and Stanford Healthcare in Palo Alto, California
Stanford Hospital, a purported non-profit organization that has been exempt from paying taxes with the sole intent of offering the best service to the residents of Northern California, is listed as the Defendant in a recently unsealed lawsuit in Federal Court alleging Stanford habitually and schematically defrauded its patients under the guise of false surgical billing. The DOJ filed a new Statement of Interest in the case in Federal Court. - January 31, 2020 - GJLaw
Vetrano Family Attorney Lydia Terrill Participated in Service Project in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr
On January 20, 2020, Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman family attorney Lydia Terrill participated in a service project in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The project, held at the Inter-Faith Housing Alliance in Ambler, Pennsylvania, was coordinated by the Young Lawyers Section and... - January 31, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
DOJ Issues "Statement of Interest" in Stanford Health Billing Fraud Case
The Department of Justice just lodged a “Statement of Interest” in Federal Court in support of the first publicly litigated false claims action (“FCA”) against Stanford Health Care (formerly Stanford Hospitals & Clinics) in more than two decades. The case is captioned United States vs. Stanford et. al. Case No. CV 17-08726-DSF. It is a live case in the Central District Federal Court. The Complaint alleges Stanford engaged in massive government fraud in excess of $468 Million Dollars. - January 30, 2020 - GJLaw
Lawyerist President Stephanie Everett Honored as One of the Top Women in Legal Tech
President of Lawyerist Stephanie Everett receives distinction as one of the top women in legal tech from the American Bar Association. - January 30, 2020 - Lawyerist
Public Charge Receives Green Light from U.S. Supreme Court
NYC Immigration lawyer Alena Shautsova provides comments on the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to lift the stay of implementation of the D.H.S. public charge rule. - January 29, 2020 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Former Jefferson County Deputy District Attorney, Amanda Hoberg, Joins Woods Aitken LLP
Woods Aitken LLP is delighted to welcome former Jefferson County Deputy District Attorney, Amanda Hoberg, to the firm’s Denver office. Hoberg joins the firm’s growing litigation team, working with clients in the construction law and commercial litigation practice areas. “Amanda... - January 29, 2020 - Woods Aitken LLP
Fairfax Immigration Attorney Discusses Family Based Green Card Process
A Fairfax VA immigration attorney at Johnson & Masumi recently released a blog discussing, "How to Apply for a Family Based Green Card" for family members to come to the United States. Due to the Immigration and Nationality Act's limits on the number of family-based green cards that... - January 27, 2020 - Johnson & Masumi, P.C.
Henderson Franklin Ranks as a 2020 "Best Law Firm" in Fort Myers
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers in America® have issued its 2020 “Best Law Firms” ranking and they are pleased to announce that Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. has been selected again in multiple categories. The annual rankings are based on a rigorous... - January 26, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
ALA Announces Appointment of Interim Executive Director
The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) today announced that April Campbell, JD, will join the Association’s professional staff as Interim Executive Director, effective February 1. This follows the news that ALA’s Board of Directors has initiated a formal search for its next Executive Director after the resignation of Oliver Yandle, JD, CAE. Yandle’s last day with ALA will be January 31. - January 24, 2020 - Association of Legal Administrators
Woods Aitken Welcomes Kelsey Heino
Woods Aitken LLP is excited to announce that Kelsey Heino has recently joined the firm, focusing her practice on labor and employment law. - January 24, 2020 - Woods Aitken LLP
Kyndall Francis to Speak at the Upcoming "I Want My Life Back Summit"
On February 29, Kyndall Francis, Chris Scott, Ted McDonald, along with state and local officials will all be on hand to speak out about the challenges of wrongful incarceration that are impacting men and woman across our country. - January 23, 2020 - Exonerated Media Company
Amanda Barritt Named Chair of Henderson Franklin's Real Estate Department
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Amanda Barritt has been named Chair of its Real Estate Department. She holds the highest certification by The Florida Bar in Condominium & Planned Development Law. Barritt also serves as chair of the... - January 23, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Florida Justice Center Set to Give Hope to Those Accused of Crimes
New Fort Lauderdale organization provides legal aid to those in need. - January 22, 2020 - Florida Justice Center
Matthew Prinn of RFP Advisory Group a Guest on Reinventing Professionals Podcast
Matthew Prinn of RFP Advisory Group was a guest on Ari Kaplan's Reinventing Professionals podcast. The Reinventing Professionals podcast is designed to offer ideas, guidance, and perspectives on how to effectively navigate a perpetually shifting professional landscape, with a unique focus on the legal industry and the technology that is driving its evolution. - January 20, 2020 - RFP Advisory Group LLC
Kahana & Feld Partner, Alex M. Chazen, Named to 2020 Southern California Rising Star List
The law firm of Kahana & Feld, LLP is pleased to announce that attorney Alex M. Chazen has been named by Super Lawyers to the 2020 Southern California Rising Star list in the field of Construction Litigation. The Rising Star designation by Super Lawyers is an honor reserved for lawyers who... - January 19, 2020 - Kahana Feld
Brewster Rawls Selected to Board of Directors at James River Writers
Rawls Law Group of Richmond, Virginia is proud to announce that Brewster Rawls is selected to the Board of Directors at James River Writers. Brewster Rawls, a seasoned medical malpractice attorney and law firm owner, brings a wealth of experience to the Board, having written well over 200 blogs for... - January 19, 2020 - Rawls Law Group
Main Line Family Law Attorney from Vetrano is Elected Vice President of the Montgomery Bar Association
The Montgomery Bar Association (MBA) has elected new officers and directors for 2020. Beginning January 10th, 2020, Sarinia M. Feinman took on the role of Vice President of the Montgomery Bar Association. - January 17, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Citizens Commission on Human Rights Spotlights Religious Persecution
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Nashville (CCHR Nashville) will hold a panel discussion at the end of January highlighting religious persecution, hate crimes and safety. - January 17, 2020 - CCHR Nashville
Y Combinator Alumni Jet.Law Now Spire Law
Spire Law LLC (formerly Jet Dot Law PLLC) launched as Jet.Law in early 2019 as an alumni of Y Combinator’s Winter 2019 batch. “Spire Law’s new name represents our focus on defending Florida businesses. The name changed, but the firm’s core values remain the same. We provide... - January 16, 2020 - Spire Law
Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman Recognized in 2020 Best Law Firms List
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® has recognized Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman on the “2020 Best Law Firms” list. - January 16, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Baumchen Named Partner at Woods Aitken LLP
Woods Aitken LLP is delighted to announce that Colin P. Baumchen has been named a partner in the firm. He practices primarily in the areas of construction law and commercial litigation. - January 16, 2020 - Woods Aitken LLP
Colombo & Hurd Immigration Law Firm Welcomes Sal Picataggio to Their Business Immigration Practice
Colombo & Hurd is proud to welcome experienced business immigration attorney Sal Picataggio to their immigration practice. Picataggio has over eight years of experience representing investors, business owners, entrepreneurs, and foreign nationals with special abilities in a variety of... - January 14, 2020 - Colombo & Hurd
Sharkey-Ross Elected Stockholder at Henderson Franklin
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Amanda Sharkey Ross was elected stockholder. She focuses her practice in the areas of transportation (automobile, marine, trucking) liability, premises liability, negligent security, wrongful death,... - January 12, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
SBBO Attorneys Named Top Lawyer 2020 by 5280 Magazine
Two attorneys in the Denver office of Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson have been named Top Lawyer 2020 by 5280 magazine. The list is compiled by Colorado's top lifestyle publication and highlights the most skilled attorneys in the region. - January 10, 2020 - Otteson Shapiro LLP
Herischi & Associates LLC Announces the Filing of Several Federal Cases Against The Islamic Republic of Iran and Leadership
The Bethesda, Maryland law firm of Herischi & Associates LLC is committed to legal advocacy in international human rights, immigration, and labor and employment. In 2019, Herischi & Associates filed several notable cases in the D.C. District Court against the Islamic Republic of Iran and its leadership for various alleged human rights abuses. In addition to these filings, Herischi & Associates also counsels businesses and individuals affected by the U.S. Government’s sanctions against Iran. - January 08, 2020 - Herischi & Associates LLC
Law Offices of Jennie Levin, P.C. Recovered $1.15 Million Settlement for Bus Accident Victim
The Law Offices of Jennie Levin, P.C. achieved a $1.15 million settlement for a person who sustained several severe injuries in a bus accident. A client of the Law Offices of Jennie Levin, P.C. was severely injured in a collision with a tour bus in Los Angeles, CA. She was a passenger in a coworker’s car when they collided with the bus. - January 08, 2020 - Law Offices of Jennie Levin
Henderson Franklin Names Jeff Wright Chair of Land Use & Environmental Law Department
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Jeff Wright has been named chair of the firm’s Land Use & Environmental Law Department. He takes the reins from Russell Schropp who held the position from 2005-2014 and then again from... - January 08, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
New Law Allows The Zalkin Law Firm to Seek Justice for Its Clients
Law Firm Files New Sexual Abuse Lawsuits in the Superior Court of the State of California for the County of San Diego - January 07, 2020 - The Zalkin Law Firm
Matthew Prinn of RFP Advisory Group to Host Webinar for Association of Corporate Counsel - Northeast Region on How to Use an RFP to Manage Outside Counsel
Join ACC-Northeast and RFP Advisory Group for this expert webinar where you will learn how to use a request for proposal (RFP) as a tool to better manage outside counsel. Using the RFP Process effectively can help you pick the law firms that are the best fit for your company and your existing... - January 07, 2020 - RFP Advisory Group LLC
Nine Ragsdale Liggett Lawyers Named to Business NC Magazine's 2020 Legal Elite
Nine Ragsdale Liggett's lawyers have been included in the 2020 edition of Business North Carolina magazine’s “Legal Elite,” a listing of the state’s top attorneys in business-related practice areas. - January 05, 2020 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Richmond Elected Stockholder at Henderson Franklin
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Kayla Richmond has been elected stockholder. She began her legal career at the firm as a summer associate in 2012, and then as an associate after graduating Stetson University College of Law in 2013. - January 05, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
WikiLocks Formally Announces Healthcare Industry Strategic Content Data Security Offering for Complete HIPAA Compliance
WikiLocks formally announces ground breaking industry security solution for healthcare enabling HIPAA compliance of all patient records/data regardless of where the data or patient record resides, an industry first enabling secure patient data sharing & collaboration for all parties while maintaining management of security and access rights. - January 04, 2020 - WikiLocks
2019 Year in Review – Citizens Commission on Human Rights, Nashville Chapter
2019 saw the expansion of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights, Nashville Chapter, carrying out the work of the international organization in the Southeast United States. - January 03, 2020 - CCHR Nashville
Matthew Prinn's Article, "5 Mistakes Law Firms Make When Responding to RFPs" Ranked 2nd Most Read Guest Expert Analysis Article on Law360 for 2019
Matthew Prinn, Principal of RFP Advisory Group authored the 2nd most read guest topic article of 2019 in Law360. The article, entitled "5 Mistakes Law Firms Make When Responding to RFPs" was named to the "Best of 2019 - Hottest Legal Industry Guest Topics of 2019." The article... - January 02, 2020 - RFP Advisory Group LLC
Matthew Prinn of RFP Advisory Group Authors 4th Most Popular Legal Marketing Blog Post of 2019 for Attorney at Work
Matthew Prinn of RFP Advisory Group authored the 4th most read legal marketing blog post of 2019 for the law blog - Attorney at Work. The post, entitled "5 Questions to Ask Before Responding to an RFP" focuses on questions law firms should consider before agreeing to move forward with an... - January 02, 2020 - RFP Advisory Group LLC
Exonerated Media Continues to Prove the Truth is Just a Part of Being Set Free
Kyndall Francis, Mark Carver, David Wiggins, Kenneth Wyniemko and New York's newly named "Exonerated Five" are just a few of the recently featured cases that's been covered by Exonerate Media. Exonerated Media continues to prove that truths are easy to understand once they are discovered. EMC continues the long and tedious process of discovering those truths and documenting them for those who have been wronged by the system designed to protect them. - December 29, 2019 - Exonerated Media Company
Mutrux Firm Announces New Missouri Ask-A-Lawyer Group
Lawyer Tyson Mutrux and Mutrux Firm launches new Missouri Ask-A-Lawyer Facebook group to make it easier for people to get legal help. - December 20, 2019 - Mutrux Firm Injury Lawyers
Four Local Pennsylvania Counties Enact Parenting Coordinator Rules
Montgomery County joins other surrounding counties in Pennsylvania in enacting parenting coordination in their local rules. - December 20, 2019 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Shackelford Law Firm Hires Three Attorneys for Affordable Housing Team
Dallas-based law firm Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP, has added three attorneys to its affordable housing team. Donald Cunningham, Jr. will head up their new Baton Rouge, Louisiana office. Kara Hargrove and Esther Lee will work in Dallas. Mr. Cunningham has vast legal expertise in... - December 19, 2019 - Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP
Petrelli Previtera, LLC Expands Presence in New Jersey with Opening of Atlantic County Office
Kristin M. Lis, Esq. joins firm in the new Linwood-based office. - December 18, 2019 - Petrelli Previtera, LLC
Family Members of Sanchi Oil Tanker Crew Bring an Action Against National Iranian Tanker Company
Family members brought an action under the Alien Tort Claim Act (“ATS”) and the Torture Victims Protection Act (“TVPA”) against National Iranian Tanker Company (“NITC”), Mr. Ali Rabiei and Mr. Alaedin Boroujerdi, alleging that defendants were engaged in a cover up and the report they provided to families, stating that all crew members were dead within minutes of the accident, is completely baseless. - December 17, 2019 - Herischi & Associates LLC
Arken.legal (UK) Ltd Makes Private Client Sector Up to 50% More Productive with New Digital Fact Find Tool: Arken Acquire
New efficiency tool sends a link to your clients to capture information prior to interview; Seamless transfer of data straight into Arken Professional; Significantly reduces data capture time; Allocate the most appropriate resource to the requirement; Effective lead generation tool; Available with an Arken Professional or Arken Enterprise plan. - December 15, 2019 - Arken.legal
ALA Announces Resignation of Executive Director
The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) announced today that Oliver P. Yandle, JD, CAE, has resigned as Executive Director. The ALA Board of Directors accepted Yandle’s resignation effective January 31, 2020, and the Board will commence discussions to appoint new... - December 14, 2019 - Association of Legal Administrators
Wyclef Jean Taps Sound Royalties to Finance Music Publishing and Distribution Services in Africa and Developing Regions
Three-Time GRAMMY Winner Seeks to Democratize Global Music Marketplace in Digital Streaming Era - December 13, 2019 - Sound Royalties