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Illinois State Bar Association CLE Marathon Scheduled for May 30–June 1 in Chicago
Courses are offered in 2-hour increments and will broadcast live via Webcast. - May 18, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Skipped Court and Headed to SunFest to Help Children with Special Needs Enjoy SunFest in Their Own Special Way
More than 15 attorneys and staff from Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC (LLL&S) left their suits and legal briefs behind and opted to don their LLL&S t-shirts and shorts and head to SunFest to literally “play it forward” and volunteer their time to help make great SunFest memories for a special group of youngsters. - May 18, 2012 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Five Erman, Teicher, Miller, Zucker & Freedman Attorneys Named Among Best Lawyers in America® 2012
Earle I. Erman, Julie Beth Teicher, David M. Miller, Craig E. Zucker and David H. Freedman were recognized as being among the best attorneys in their respective practice areas. - May 18, 2012 - Erman, Teicher, Miller, Zucker & Freedman P.C.
Tamara Cross is Presenting at California Mobilehome Park Seminar on 5/17/2012
Tamara Cross has been chosen to be the real estate attorney representative for the panel at the WMA's Seminar titled "Rule the Right Way." The rules and regulations of a manufactured home community are often the most frequently referred to, analyzed, and interpreted documents in the... - May 17, 2012 - The Cross Law Firm, APC
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Makes Estate Planning Presentation at St. Andrews Regional Library in Charleston, SC
Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina talked to a group about the basics of estate planning at St. Andrews Regional Library in Charleston, SC on Thursday April 12th 2012. - May 17, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
“Make Love, Not War” by Dr. Leigh-Davis is Now Available in Paperback
Now in paperback, Dr. Leigh-Davis’ book of quotes from the 1960s can be found on Amazon. - May 16, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Let's Talk About Sex ... with Legal Analyst Dr. Leigh-Davis
With many people, even top celebrities, making their own porn tapes; still many are not fully satisfied with sex. Now, Dr. Leigh-Davis wants to help. - May 14, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Dr. Leigh-Davis, Popular Legal Analyst, Expounds on the Dire State of Science and Math Education
In an upcoming documentary film, Dr. Leigh-Davis, media personality, college professor, and legal analyst; expresses her dismay with children not becoming proficient in math and science. - May 14, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Memorial Day 2012 and Backyard Barbecues Can Spell a Recipe for Arizona DUIs
DUI Defense Lawyers at Corso & Rhude Urge Drivers to Remember the Arizona Laws of the Road. - May 13, 2012 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
Hattons Take On Land’s End to St Helens Challenge
On Friday 22nd June a team from Hattons Solicitors in St Helens will embark on a mammoth 4 day sponsored bike ride from Land’s End to St Helens to raise money for Clatterbridge Cancer Research (Registered Charity No. 519357). The team taking part in the challenge consists of solicitors... - May 13, 2012 - Hattons Solicitors
Hattons Support Action for Brain Injury Week 2012
Staff from Hattons Solicitors recently raised £2231 by completing a gruelling Coast to Coast Bike Ride Challenge in aid of the Halton & St Helens branch of Headway – the brain injury association. This charity was set up to give help and support to people affected by brain injury on... - May 13, 2012 - Hattons Solicitors
Jo Ann Koontz to Speak on "The Long and Short of Short Sales"
Sarasota, Florida Attorney and CPA to Speak at Seminar Offered by the Realtor-Attorney Joint Committee - May 13, 2012 - Koontz & Associates, PL
Paper Trace Investigations LLC Launches
Paper Trace Investigations LLC is a Minnesota company that will provide investigative services to both commercial and private clients. Services include surveillance, witness statements and interviews, asset searches, skip tracing, undercover assignments and process service. - May 11, 2012 - Paper Trace Investigations
Michigan Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Create State Helmet Laws Graphic For Bikers
The Michigan motorcycle accident lawyers of Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. created a state by state motorcycle helmet laws graphic to aide bikers in their rides across the United States. - May 11, 2012 - Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.
John J. Maalouf Named to U.S. Lawyer Rankings 2012 List of Top 10 International Finance Lawyers
Maalouf Ashford & Talbot, one of the world’s leading international business law firms, today announced that John J. Maalouf, has for the seventh consecutive year been ranked as one of the Nation’s Top 10 International Trade & Finance Lawyers. - May 11, 2012 - Maalouf Ashford & Talbot, LLP
Port Saint Lucie, FL Attorney Travis R. Walker Announces New Practice
Attorney Travis R. Walker has announced the opening of his new practice, The Law Offices of Travis R. Walker, P.A. Walker, formerly of Weiss, Handler, Angelos and Cornwell, P.A in Port St. Lucie, will be practicing in the fields of Civil Litigation, Condominium Associations, Homeowner’s Associations, Landlord/Tenant, Property Taxes, Land Use and Zoning, Real Estate Litigation, Real Estate Transactions. He will also provide consulting regarding Governmental Affairs and Public Policy. - May 10, 2012 - The Law Offices of Travis R. Walker, P.A.
Local Attorney, Darlynn Morgan, Nominated for the 2012 OCBJ Women in Business Award
The Eighteenth Annual Women in Business Awards Luncheon & Program honors five of OC’s exceptional business and professional women. The awards program is held on June 5, 2012 in Irvine, CA. Orange County estate planning attorney, Darlynn Morgan, has been nominated for this prestigious award. - May 10, 2012 - Morgan Law Group
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Attends Dorchester County School District 2 Raise the Bar for STEM Event
Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina participated in the Dorchester County School District 2 Raise the Bar for STEM Event in Hutchinson Square in Summerville, SC on Wednesday April 11th, 2012. Raise the Bar for STEM is an event to raise money and awareness of STEM... - May 10, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
The Evans Report Shows Number of Residential Sales, Median Price Dropped in Town of Palm Beach During First Quarter
Published by Leslie Robert Evans & Associates, P.A., the quarterly report reveals a handful of homes sold above $10M in first quarter 2011 may have skewed data in first quarter 2012. - May 10, 2012 - Leslie Robert Evans & Associates, P.A.
Coats and Bennett’s Letao Qin, Ph.D., is Featured Guest at China Bioscience Connect Conference
Associate of Intellectual Property Law Firm Based in Cary, N.C., Attends Conference on How to do Business in China - May 09, 2012 - Coats and Bennett PLLC
The Law Office of James C. White Releases Podcast About How Loan Modifications Can be Risky
Durham-Based Bankruptcy Attorney and Litigator Discusses Options for Homeowners Who Have Fallen Behind on Their Mortgages. - May 09, 2012 - Law Office of James C. White
The Fuller Law Firm is Offering Free Case Evaluations
Hiring an attorney for your case just got easier - Fuller Law Firm is Offering free Case Evaluations. - May 07, 2012 - Fuller Law Firm
Successful Litigation by Davis, Bucco & Ardizzi in Pennsylvania Supreme Court May Impact Corporate De Facto Merger Test and Successor Liabilities
Davis, Bucco & Ardizzi successfully overturned a Superior Court decision in Fizzano Brothers Concrete Products Inc. v. XLN Inc. - May 06, 2012 - Davis, Bucco & Ardizzi
Illinois Bar Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
Thirty-six law-related organizations are recipients of fiscal year 2012 grants totaling $330,000 - May 05, 2012 - Illinois Bar Foundation
Global Digital Forensics Offers Penetration Testing to Help Organizations Minimize the Threat and Damage Potential of Cyber Intrusions and Data Breaches
The numbers revealed in Symantec’s newest Internet Security Threat Report tell a story that should make every organization relying on Electronically Stored Information (ESI), in any form, turn a fresh spotlight on securing their cyber assets. With 403 million new variants of malware out there... - May 04, 2012 - Global Digital Forensics
Law Offices of Lee A. Drizin Offers New Area of Practice – Family Law
In an effort to continue to expand its legal services The Law Offices of Lee A. Drizin, Chtd., is pleased to welcome Attorney Ethan Kottler as a new addition to the Firm. - May 04, 2012 - The Law Offices of Lee A. Drizin, Chtd.
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney John M. Nunnally Receives Walter Zeller Fellowship Award
Attorney John Nunnally receives the Walter Zeller Fellowship Award from the Raleigh Kiwanis Foundation for his contributions to "The Eliminate Project," an international effort with UNICEF which supports mothers and infants with the deadly maternal and neonatal tetanus (MNT) disease. The joint effort is aimed at eliminating the disease. - May 04, 2012 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Adoption Attorney Discusses Federal Adoption Tax Credit Set to Expire in 2012
Attorney Michele Jackson, who chairs the Adoption & Reproductive Law Practice Group of Harden Jackson LLC, was interviewed on WIBC 93.1 to weigh in on the federal adoption tax credit that is set to expire in 2012. - May 04, 2012 - Harden Jackson LLC
A2L Consulting Boosts Its Litigation Consulting Capabilities: Seasoned IP Law Specialist and Litigator Ryan H. Flax Joins as Managing Director
After A2L Consulting and patent litigator Ryan H. Flax, Esq. worked together on a case that resulted in 2011’s top patent verdict and the 6th largest patent verdict in history, Ryan seized an opportunity to do more of what he loves and become a litigation consultant. He joins A2L Consulting as the firm is reporting its best year in its 17-year history. A2L Consulting has worked with all of the nation’s top law firms on more than 10,000 cases with trillions of dollars cumulatively at stake. - May 03, 2012 - Persuadium
Free Informational Seminar - "Will I Outlive My Money?" - Hosted by Daniel A. White & Associates
Retirement planning firm Daniel A. White & Associates invites retirees and pre-retirees to attend the “Will I Outlive My Money?” educational workshop hosted by founder Dan White. The program will take place at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17 at the Dilworthtown Inn, located at 1390 Old... - May 03, 2012 - Daniel A. White & Associates
Evan Guthrie Law Firm of Charleston Sc Speaks at Career Fair for Baptist Hill High School
Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina participated in the career fair for Baptist Hill High School In Hollywood, South Carolina on Wednesday April 4th 2012. Attorney Guthrie spoke to students as a representative of the legal profession and lawyers. Mr. Guthrie... - May 03, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Erman, Teicher, Miller, Zucker & Freedman Recognized Among “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News - Best Lawyers®
Erman Teicher was listed for this honor as a Detroit Tier 1 and National Tier 3 in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights and Insolvency and Reorganization Law. In Bankruptcy Litigation, the Southfield, Mich.-based law firm also earned recognition as a Detroit Tier 1 firm. Additionally, it was selected as a Detroit Tier 2 firm in Corporate Law. - May 03, 2012 - Erman, Teicher, Miller, Zucker & Freedman P.C.
New Rulemaking Tracker Makes Obamacare Easier to Digest
Patterned after Knowledge Mosaic's popular Dodd-Frank Tracker, the Affordable Care Act Rulemaking Tracker helps those who need to stay abreast of new healthcare rules. - May 02, 2012 - Knowledge Mosaic Inc.
Dallas Appellate Attorney Chad Ruback Honored in D Magazine’s 2012 “Best Lawyers” List
Dallas appellate lawyer Chad Ruback has earned a place on D Magazine’s 2012 list of “The Best Lawyers in Dallas.” Ruback is the youngest appellate attorney ever to have been included in D Magazine’s “Best Lawyers” list. He was included on the list in 2005 and has... - May 02, 2012 - The Ruback Law Firm
Henderson Franklin Employee Strikes Hole in One at Age 89 Years Young
At age 89, William Raney of Fort Myers is just one year older than his employer, the Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt law firm which was established in 1924. On Friday, April 27, Mr. Raney hit the shot of a lifetime at Panther Run Golf Course at Ave Maria, driving his ball 129 yards for a... - May 02, 2012 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Law Office of Corso & Rhude Adds Family Law Practice to Arizona Office
The Law Office of Corso & Rhude is adding a family law practice specializing in divorce and child custody cases to its already successful Arizona criminal defense practice based out of the firm’s Scottsdale Airpark offices. Founded by former Maricopa County Attorney’s Office... - May 02, 2012 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney William Pollock Joins the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
The Claims and Litigation Management Alliance Extends Invitation to Attorney William W. Pollock for its prestigious membership. The organization promotes the highest standards of litigation management in defense of clients. - May 02, 2012 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Local Attorney Supports National Health Care Decisions Day
April 16th was National Health Care Decisions Day, which encouraged local residents to have tough conversations with their loved ones about their most personal wishes for medical care. - April 30, 2012 - Morgan Law Group
Sarasota, Florida Attorney and CPA Jo Ann Koontz to Speak at "Surviving 2012" Workshop
Sarasota, Florida Attorney and CPA Will Address Joint Meeting of Financial Planners and CPAs - April 29, 2012 - Koontz & Associates, PL
Thompson & Knight Named Corporate Citizen of the Year
The law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce it has been selected as the 2012 Corporate Citizen of the Year by the Rotary Club of Dallas and D-CEO magazine. The award was presented at a Rotary Club meeting on April 25. The Corporate Citizen of the Year award is given to a... - April 28, 2012 - Thompson & Knight
Maple Shade Attorneys Ellen McDowell and Elissa Westbrook Smith of McDowell Riga Posternock, PC Launch New Bankruptcy Website and Bankruptcy Blog
Attorneys Ellen McDowell and Elissa Westbrook Smith of the law firm of McDowell Riga Posternock in Maple Shade, NJ, have launched a new bankruptcy website and a new bankruptcy blog. The new website BurlingtonBankruptcyAttorney.com highlights the firm’s legal services in the areas of consumer... - April 28, 2012 - McDowell Riga Posternock, PC
Godwin Ronquillo PC Adds New Shareholder
Kelli L. Rule Joins Godwin Ronquillo PC Family Law Section - April 27, 2012 - Godwin Lewis PC
Peacock Keller Managing Attorney Jonathan G. Higie Presents at Pennsylvania Small Business Seminar
Washington County, Pa. Lawyer Addresses the “Mechanics of Starting a Small Business” at Free Educational Program - April 27, 2012 - Peacock Keller
Lurie Besikof Lapidus & Company and Estate Matters Collaborate to Help Families with Age-Related Issues
Lurie Besikof Lapidus & Company, LLP, a leading Twin Cities accounting, tax and consulting firm, has entered into a collaboration agreement with Amy A. Lieberman, President of Estate Matters, LLC. Lurie Besikof Lapidus & Company provides accounting, audit, tax and consulting services to... - April 27, 2012 - Lurie Besikof Lapidus & Company, LLP
Fisher & Phillips Expands Dallas Office with the Addition of Meredith Prykryl Walker
The Dallas office of national labor and employment law firm Fisher & Phillips LLP announced today the addition of Meredith Prykryl Walker as an associate. Walker has more than six years of experience handling a wide range of labor and employment issues relating to discrimination, negligence,... - April 27, 2012 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Evan Guthrie Law Firm of Charleston SC Speaks About Law at St. John’s High School Career Fair
Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina participated in the career fair for St. John’s High School in John’s Island, SC on Friday March 30th 2012. Attorney Evan Guthrie represented the legal profession and had a table to speak to students at the high... - April 26, 2012 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Feldman Shepherd Trial Lawyers Present Creative Lawyering Program in Partnership with The Legal Intelligencer
Philadelphia Personal Injury Attorneys Serve as Faculty at CLE Program “Creative Lawyering from Investigation to Verdict: Part 2” - April 26, 2012 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
Family Attorney in San Diego Wins Support Arrears Case
John Griffith, a family attorney in San Diego, has won a favorable ruling in child support order case. - April 25, 2012 - Griffith & Young Attorneys at Law
Twenty Thompson & Knight Attorneys Named “Best Lawyers in Dallas” by D Magazine
The law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to congratulate its 20 attorneys selected for inclusion in D Magazine’s “Best Lawyers in Dallas 2012” list, which is featured in the magazine’s May issue. The following are the Firm’s attorneys recognized in this... - April 25, 2012 - Thompson & Knight
Farrell & Patel Law Firm Sponsors World Sailfish Championship
Partnership to Benefit Key West Residents and World Sailfish Championship Charitable Foundation - April 24, 2012 - Farrell & Patel, Attorneys at Law