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Fort Myers Attorney John Lewis Achieves 20 Years of Florida Bar Certification
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney John Lewis received his fifth certification by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education in civil trial law. Board certification is granted for only a five year period, after which... - December 30, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Thompson & Knight Attorney Honored as "Outstanding Lawyer Under 40" by Cardozo Society
The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to congratulate Justin S. Cohen on being honored as an "Outstanding Lawyer Under 40" for 2012 by the Cardozo Society of the Jewish Federation’s Attorneys Division. The selection process was based on recommendations from top... - December 30, 2011 - Thompson & Knight
Henderson Franklin Named as 2012 Top Ranked Law Firm by Fortune Magazine
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., has recently been selected as a “2012 Top Ranked Law Firm” by LexisNexis, Fortune Magazine and ALM Media Properties. The "Top Ranked Law Firm" special report appears in Fortune's December 26 "Investor's... - December 30, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
McGrath & Spielberger PLLC Educates Legal Community About Establishing and Maintaining a Virtual Law Practice
Attorney Jason A McGrath featured speaker at Mecklenburg County, NC Bar Presentation. - December 29, 2011 - McGrath & Spielberger, PLLC
With New “Joint Electronic Discovery Submission” Pilot Program Now in Effect in SDNY, Global Digital Forensics Keeps Clients Prepared
With Electronic Discovery (eDiscovery) costs continuing to spiral out of control in complex litigations, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York’s (SDNY’s) 31-member Judicial Improvements Committee, in a joint bench and bar effort, is the latest to tackle the still... - December 28, 2011 - Global Digital Forensics
John Phillips’ Sports and Courts Radio Show Moves to WOKV 690 AM
The popular radio show “Sports and Courts” hosted by John Phillips has made a few changes. As of January 1, 2012, it is moving to its new home on WOKV 690 AM and 106.5 FM in Jacksonville, Florida, and nationwide on wokv.com. WOKV has one of the strongest signals in the east coast and... - December 28, 2011 - Law Office of John M Phillips
"The Simple Truth"- How Meditation Can Help Your Marriage
StayHappilyMarried.com, a free service of North Carolina family law firm, Rosen Law Firm, discusses how meditation could be the solution to all of your marital fights and disagreements in it’s latest podcast “The Simple Truth”. Every week, Stay Happily Married features important... - December 27, 2011 - Rosen Law Firm
Bloch & Chapleau Providing Skier Safety and Prevention of Colorado Ski Injury Tips on KZZYR 97.7 The Zephyr
Bloch and Chapleau provides tips on skier safety and prevention of Colorado ski accidents on Vail, CO radio station KZZYR 97.7 The Zephyr. - December 24, 2011 - Bloch & Chapleau
Governor Jennifer Granholm Receives Canadian American Bar Association Award
The Canadian American Bar Association (CABA) announces that Governor Jennifer Granholm (Michigan 2003-2011) is the recipient of the 2011 John D. Lawson Award which recognizes attorneys who have made an outstanding contribution to the law or legal scholarship. Governor Granholm was born in British... - December 24, 2011 - Canadian American Bar Association
Prime Legal Plans Leads the Way with Its White Glove Promise
Experienced legal management company continues to fill the gap between clients and attorneys. - December 24, 2011 - Prime Legal Plans
Baltimore Personal Injury Attorneys Information Now Available at Baltimore-Personal-Injury-Attorneys.com
Baltimore personal injury attorneys announced today the launch of a new website, Baltimore-Personal-Injury-Attorneys.com, a new one-stop-shop for reviews, ratings, contact information, and searches of Baltimore personal injury lawyers. - December 23, 2011 - Baltimore Personal Injury Attorneys
Ross D. Taylor Joins Krieg DeVault’s Commercial and Real Estate Lending Practice
Krieg DeVault is proud to announce that Ross D. Taylor has joined the firm as Of Counsel. He will be a primary member of the firm’s Commercial and Real Estate Lending Practice with involvement in business matters with the firm’s Financial Institutions, Business, and Alternative Energy... - December 23, 2011 - Krieg DeVault
Charles F. MacKelvie Joins Krieg DeVault’s Health Care Practice; Will Grow Health Care Practice from the Firm’s Chicago Office
Krieg DeVault is pleased to announce that Charles F. MacKelvie has joined Krieg DeVault as Partner. He will be a member of the firm's growing Health Care practice and will service clients from the firm’s Chicago office. Mr. MacKelvie has more than 37 years of experience as a healthcare and business attorney. - December 23, 2011 - Krieg DeVault
Jonathan D. Neerman Joins Jackson Walker
Jackson Walker is pleased to welcome new partner Jonathan D. Neerman to the firm. Mr. Neerman joins the Litigation group in the Dallas office. - December 23, 2011 - Jackson Walker L.L.P.
The DiLeone Law Group, P.C. Releases Podcast on Employee Terminations
Managing Partner Ralph J. DiLeone Discusses the Necessary Steps for Legal Protection. - December 23, 2011 - The DiLeone Law Group, P.C.
Metropolitan Phoenix Boys & Girls Club Names Weiss Brown Lawyer Michael Detro to Leadership Council
Lawyer Michael Detro of Scottsdale based law firm Weiss Brown has been named to the Leadership Council of the Boys & Girls Club of Metropolitan Phoenix which recognizes emerging professionals for their business achievements & community involvement. - December 22, 2011 - Weiss Brown
Gary Lesser Selected for Zin Fellows Leadership Development Program Through American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
West Palm Beach Local Will Become a “Next Generation Leader” Committed to Furthering David Ben-Gurion’s Vision for the Negev. - December 22, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Gary Lesser of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Selected as a “Top Lawyer” for 2012 South Florida Legal Guide
Gary Lesser, managing partner of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC has been selected a “Top LAWYER” for the 2012 edition of the South Florida Legal Guide, the region’s premier legal services publication that provides a convenient, easily accessible print and online resource for the region's professional community. - December 22, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Attorney Michael J. Cook Added to Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Appellate Practice Group
Cook’s practice focuses on appellate and summary judgment research and brief writing. - December 22, 2011 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Former Deputy District Attorney Joins David Francis Law Firm
Roger Cram, a former Clark County Deputy District Attorney, has joined the David Francis Law Firm as the supervising attorney over the litigation and claims teams. “Roger is a tremendous addition to the firm for many reasons, but perhaps the most compelling to me is his ability to balance... - December 21, 2011 - David Francis Law Firm
Karen Lanz Joins The Victoria Law Group as Senior Paralegal
The Victoria Law Group in Miami, Florida is pleased to announce that Karen Lanz has agreed to join our firm as a Senior Paralegal. - December 21, 2011 - The Victoria Law Group
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Lawyer Adam Gomerman Helps Clients Keep Their Assets with Expanded Services at LIBankruptcyLawyer.com
NY bankruptcy lawyer team LIBankruptcyLawyer.com is promoting Chapter 13 services for homeowners in or near foreclosure, which make it possible to relieve debt without surrendering assets. - December 21, 2011 - Law Offices of Adam C. Gomerman
Henderson Franklin Names Four New Stockholders
Southwest Florida Attorneys Edward Canterbury, Erin-Houck-Toll, Richard Mancini and Mark Schultz are newest named stockholders at Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. - December 21, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
National Injury Attorney Network Sets Goal to Reduce Traffic-Related Injury Accidents
The nationwide consortium of personal injury attorneys known as “NIAN” or the National Injury Attorney Network (www.nationalinjuryattorneynetwork.com) has launched a recent campaign that to most would seem counterproductive to growing their firms: they are actually campaigning to reduce... - December 21, 2011 - National Injury Attorney Network
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Announces That All Firm Attorneys Are Now AV® Preeminent™ Rated by Martindale-Hubbell the Highest Rating in Ethics and Legal Ability
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC (LLL&S) announces that all firm attorneys are now AV® Preeminent™ Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating in ethics and legal ability. While LLL&S partners Shepard P. Lesser, Gary S. Lesser, Joseph B. Landy and Michael S. Smith along... - December 20, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
“Overcoming the Divide”- Helping Couples Unite as Parents
In the latest podcast from StayHappilyMarried.com, host Lee Rosen, attorney and CEO of Rosen Law Firm, and Dr. Kristen Wynns, of Wynns Family Psychology in Cary, NC, discuss how conflicting parenting styles can break apart a marriage. - December 19, 2011 - Rosen Law Firm
Los Angeles Legal Blog Focusing on Divorce & Probate Launched by Legal Action Workshop
Legal Action Workshop, Divorce & Estate Planning law firm has launched its Divorce and Estate Planning & Probate blogs for California cases. This gives existing and prospective clients an opportunity to learn more about California law and to interact with the law firm. - December 18, 2011 - Legal Action Workshop
Christmas Comes Early at Hattons Solicitors
This Christmas Hattons Solicitors supported St Helens Councils Christmas Gift Appeal with Hattons staff, local people and businesses donating hundreds of gifts and toys to the cause. Every year St Helens Councils Early Intervention Service appeals to the public to donate gifts for needy children... - December 18, 2011 - Hattons Solicitors
Immigration Lawyer Jonathan A. Bartell Likes New Immigration Policy
Immigration lawyer Jonathan Bartell agrees with a new policy that will focus on pursuing cases involving non-citizens with extreme criminal histories to unclog Immigration Court. - December 17, 2011 - Law firm of Jonathan Bartell
Melanie Black Dubis Releases Podcast on Legal Concepts Related to Social Media in the Workplace
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein, LLP Partner Discusses Social Media Implications and Policies for Employers - December 17, 2011 - Melanie Dubis
In 2011, a Record Number of Americans Filed for Divorce Without an Attorney, According to DivorceToday.com
Do it yourself divorce has become mainstream, according to figures compiled by divorce provider DivorceToday.com, a provider of self-help divorce kits based in New York. According to DivorceToday.com, more Americans filed for divorce without hiring a lawyer in 2011 than in any previous year. DivorceToday founder Marc Rapaport states that the growth of do it yourself divorce is a result of the wider availability of divorce forms for consumers. - December 16, 2011 - Empire State Legal Forms
Coye Law Firm Registers Trademark Phrase
The Coye Law Firm is pleased to announce a trademark on the slogan: “Sometimes, you need justice. Sometimes, you need a lawyer.” - December 16, 2011 - Coye Law Firm
"Best Law Firms" Names Weiss Brown Among Top Law Firms for Venture Capital & Three Other Categories
Scottsdale law firm Weiss Brown & founder Scott Weiss have been recognized for excellence by U.S. News Media Group & Best Lawyers in the practice areas Venture Capital, Corporate, M&A, & Securities Regulation in its 2011-2012 “Best Law Firms” rankings. - December 16, 2011 - Weiss Brown
Hupy and Abraham, S.C. Opens New Location in Green Bay
Hupy and Abraham, S.C. , (http://www.hupy.com/) personal injury attorneys, will celebrate the opening of a new location in Green Bay, Wisconsin on Monday December 19th, 2011. - December 15, 2011 - Hupy and Abraham, S.C.
Tim Bradley of Coats and Bennett, PLLC, Addresses Green IP Issues at ABA Webinar, Magazine
Associate with Cary, N.C.-Based Intellectual Property Law Firm Discusses Implications of Greenwashing with American Bar Association Members - December 15, 2011 - Coats and Bennett PLLC
John Foy and Associates Collecting Donations for Toys for Tots Program Through December 21st
John Foy is doing a donation to toys for tots, it will be 250 toys. He will be donating it on the 21st of December. They are raising the toys between now and the 20th. - December 14, 2011 - John Foy & Associates
Physicans for Public Safety: "Medical Marijuana Reduces Highway Deaths"
New studies suggest that legalization of medical marijuana is associated with a decrease in alcohol-related fatal crashes. - December 14, 2011 - Physicians for Public Safety
Aussies Urged to Go Green for New Year Resolutions
Aussies are reminded to cut costs as the Christmas and New Year festive season approaches, and advised to remember that there are ways to save money while also reducing your environmental impact. - December 11, 2011 - HomeSource Ltd
Thompson & Knight Named Recommended Appellate and Litigation Firm
The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP has been recognized as a “Highly Recommended Fifth Circuit Litigation Firm” in the first annual edition of Benchmark Appellate and as a “Recommended Local Litigation Firm” in Texas in the fifth annual edition of Benchmark... - December 10, 2011 - Thompson & Knight
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Speaks to Law Class at Fort Dorchester High School
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina spoke to students at Fort Dorchester High School in North Charleston, SC as part of Law Education class that the school provides on Wednesday, October 19th, 2011. - December 10, 2011 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Florida Family Law Firm Lance P. Richard, P.A Now Offering Clients Free Consultation
Leading Florida law firm specializing in personal injury, family and criminal law, Lance P. Richard, P.A has recently announced that they will be providing new clients with a free consultation with one of their trained legal professionals. This free consultation is designed to ascertain the... - December 09, 2011 - Lance P. Richard, PA
New Vaginal Mesh Safety Recommendations Issued
Nadrich & Cohen LLP is supporting new safety warnings concerning the use of vaginal mesh to treat pelvic organ prolapse. - December 08, 2011 - Nadrich & Cohen, LLP
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Speaks at College of Charleston Pre-Law Event
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina spoke to pre-law students at the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC as part of the event From Undergraduate To Lawyer on October 20th 2011. The event was designed to give the students at College of Charleston that... - December 08, 2011 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
ThompsonLegalFirm.com Launches New Estate Planning Website with the Perfect Mix of Self-Help Convenience But with the Overview of Attorneys
The Law Offices of Thompson and Associates in Hemet, California have launched www.ThompsonLegalFirm.com, a multipurpose website aimed at closing the gap between non-attorney self help online legal services and actually having to step foot into a law office in order to draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives and estate planning packages. - December 08, 2011 - Law Offices of Thompson and Associates
Evan Guthrie Law Firm Teaches Estate Planning at Dorchester County Library
Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina taught a class on the subject of the basics of estate planning at the Dorchester County Library in Summerville SC on Wednesday August 17th 2011. Attorney Guthrie explained how estate planning affects everyone and how... - December 07, 2011 - Evan Guthrie Law Firm
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Dottie Burch Guest Lecturer at NCSU
Dottie Burch, partner at the Ragsdale Liggett law firm in Raleigh, was a featured speaker for the North Carolina State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences on November 18, 2011. Ms. Burch’s lecture on Equine Law was presented to students enrolled in the course, ANS 110... - December 07, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
United Way of Martin County Recognizes Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Attorney Chad Hastings with Its "Employee Pillar of Character" Award
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith PLLC (LLL&S) Attorney Chad Hastings has been honored by the United Way of Martin County with its 2011-2012 Employee Pillar of Character Award as part of its “CHARACTER COUNTS!” program. Hastings was nominated by his colleagues for representing all... - December 04, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Melanie Black Dubis Reappointed to Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Education Committee
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein, LLP Partner Selected to Serve on Committee Dedicated to Improving Local School Systems for Second Consecutive Year - December 03, 2011 - Melanie Dubis
Ho! Ho! Ho! Arizona's Law Office of Corso & Rhude Giving Away Holiday Hams
The Law Office of Corso & Rhude is giving away free hams in December through its Facebook page. From Dec. 1 through Dec. 22, the Peoria law firm will give away one ham per day to Arizona residents who first “like” and then post a comment on the company’s Facebook page,... - December 03, 2011 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
New Arizona DUI Law to Have a Serious Impact Holiday DUIs, Lawyers Say
The holidays are here and the impending New Year means more than just being vigilant about drinking and driving this year. New Arizona DUI law (SB1200) takes effect on Dec. 31 and it dramatically changes the landscape for DUI defense in Arizona and persons charged with a DUI in the state of... - December 03, 2011 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC