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Henderson Franklin Welcomes Stetson Law Graduate John Marra
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that John Marra has joined the firm as an associate in the Tort & Insurance Litigation Department. Marra was a member of Henderson Franklin’s 2019 Summer Associate Program. He received his B.S. from Florida State... - December 23, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Woods Aitken Welcomes Cooper Overcash
Woods Aitken is delighted to announce that Cooper J. Overcash recently joined the law firm as an associate attorney. Cooper Overcash joins the Firm’s transactional department, practicing in the areas of real estate, banking, estate planning, and telecommunications. “We feel very... - December 21, 2020 - Woods Aitken LLP
Henderson Franklin Welcomes FGCU and University of Florida Law Graduate Iman Zekri
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Iman Zekri has joined the firm as an associate in the Divorce, Marital and Family Law Department. She served as a summer associate with the firm in 2019. While in law school, Zekri was an editor of the Florida Journal of... - December 20, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Henderson Franklin Welcomes First Year Associate Alessandro Secino to Real Estate Department
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Alessandro Secino has joined the firm as an associate in the Real Estate Department. Secino served as a summer associate with Henderson Franklin in 2019. He has a developing practice in water rights law and works with the... - December 18, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
J. Dudley Goodlette Named Chairman of Naples Ethics Commission
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that J. Dudley Goodlette was appointed to the Naples Ethics Commission by Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk. At the inaugural meeting, Goodlette was also named chairman. Additional Ethics Commissioners include Laird Lile, John... - December 16, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Kansas City Bankruptcy Attorney Explains Helpful Kansas Eviction Prevention Program
Landlords and tenants financially affected by the COVID pandemic may be eligible to receive rent assistance. Applications are due December 15. - December 10, 2020 - The Sader Law Firm
Announcing the Launch of Kasan Law
Kasan Law Opens its Chicago-Loop Law Firm. - December 10, 2020 - Kasan Law
Nieds and Hickman Named Inaugural Co-Chairs of Lee County Bar Association’s Intellectual Property Law Section
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Intellectual Property Attorneys Mark Nieds and Luca Hickman were recently named co-chairs of Lee County Bar Association’s Intellectual Property Law Section, launched in November 2020. The LCBA IP Law Section provides... - December 10, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Attorney Jeff Blackwell Selected for 2020 Mid-South Super Lawyers List
The Blackwell Law Firm announces that firm founder Jeff Blackwell has been selected to the 2020 Mid-South Super Lawyers list. This honor is limited to only five percent of the lawyers in each state. Super Lawyers is a nationwide rating service for outstanding lawyers who have attained the highest... - November 30, 2020 - Blackwell Law Firm
Hickman to Discuss the Impact of Intellectual Property in the Coffee Industry
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Registered Patent Attorney Luca Hickman will deliver the webinar “Intellectual Property Law 101 for the Coffee Industry” for members of the National Coffee Association of the U.S.A., Inc., on Wednesday, November... - November 18, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Attorney Julie Ritchie Joins Kahana Feld’s Business & Commercial Litigation and Labor & Employment Litigation Practice Groups
Kahana Feld LLP welcomes Julie Ritchie, Esq., as a new attorney with the firm’s Business & Commercial Litigation and Labor & Employment Litigation practice groups. “We are excited to announce that Ms. Ritchie has joined our team,” said Amir Kahana, Founding and Managing... - November 16, 2020 - Kahana Feld
Woods Aitken Ranked in 2021 U.S. News-Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” List
Woods Aitken LLP is delighted to announce that the firm has been recognized both nationally and regionally in the 2021 edition of U.S. News-Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms.” The firm received a total of 20 rankings, including a prestigious national ranking for Construction Law. In... - November 13, 2020 - Woods Aitken LLP
Attorney William. W. Pollock Inducted Into American Board of Trial Advocates
Ragsdale Liggett partner William W. Pollock has been inducted into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). - November 13, 2020 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman Recognized in 2021 “Best Law Firms” List
Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” has recognized Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman on the “2021 Best Law Firms” list. Vetrano achieved Metro Tier 2 rankings for Philadelphia in family law and family law mediation. The Main Line area divorce and family law firm has received... - November 11, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Petro Cohen Petro Matarazzo Once Again Recognized on Annual "Best Law Firms" List
For the eleventh consecutive year, Petro Cohen Petro Matarazzo, P.C. has been named on the 2021 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list, recognized regionally for Workers’ Compensation Law. - November 10, 2020 - Petro Cohen, P.C.
Joe Biden Elected President - Questions Loom About the Federal Estate Tax
The law firm of Morris Hall, PLLC (MH), the largest estate planning law firm in Arizona, congratulates Joe Biden on presumptively winning his bid to become President of the United States. With Mr. Biden’s election, there is ambiguity about the federal estate tax. Mr. Biden ran with a view... - November 09, 2020 - Morris Hall PLLC
Three Henderson Franklin Lawyers Recognized for Their Pro Bono Service
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that three attorneys, Antoinette “Toni” Peck, Kayla Richmond, and Douglas Szabo were honored during the Lee County Bar Association’s Pro Bono Awards held virtually on Friday, October 16, 2020. Peck handles all... - November 08, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Philadelphia Family Law Attorney Kate Vetrano Receives 2020 Top Attorney Recognition
Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman Philadelphia family law attorney Kate Vetrano was selected as a Top Attorney by Suburban Life & Philadelphia Life Magazine. - November 07, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Presidential Winner Still Unknown. The Nation Pauses, But Estate Planning Should Not.
The law firm of Morris Hall, PLLC (MH), the largest estate planning law firm in Arizona, has been watching the build up to the 2020 Presidential Election, and the current state is of no surprise. This is not a time to panic or worry, but rather a time to take advantage of the current tax... - November 05, 2020 - Morris Hall PLLC
Matthew Prinn of RFP Advisory Group Has Been Named "Best Legal Counsel Spend Management Consultancy - USA" by AI Global Media
RFP Advisory Group has been recognized by AI Global Media as "Best Legal Counsel Spend Management Consultancy - USA." Matthew Prinn, Principal of RFP Advisory Group, works with companies to ensure they are using the right mix of law firms at the best prices. RFP Advisory Group provides... - November 04, 2020 - RFP Advisory Group LLC
Litigation Attorney Monica Schmucker Elected to Friends of Lovers Key Board of Directors
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that litigation attorney Monica Schmucker was elected to the Friends of Lovers Key (“FOLK)” Board of Directors. FOLK is a 501(c)(3) citizen support organization dedicated to the preservation of Lovers Key State Park... - October 29, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Relatives of PS752 Victims File Lawsuit Against the Islamic Republic of Iran in U.S. District Court
Herischi & Associates LLC, on behalf of the families of several of the 176 victims who died when Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 was allegedly shot down by Iranian air defenses, has filed a suit in D.C. District Court against the Iranian government and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard... - October 27, 2020 - Herischi & Associates LLC
Willms Joins Woods Aitken
Woods Aitken LLP is delighted to announce that Joseph F. Willms has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Willms joins the firm’s growing labor and employment law practice group. Willms provides counseling and representation to public and private employers on a wide range of labor and... - October 23, 2020 - Woods Aitken LLP
Family Law Attorney Christina O’Brien Discusses Florida Child Relocation Law
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that stockholder Christina “Christy” O’Brien served as a panelist during the recent Association of Family Law Professionals’ annual conference. The session focused on the circumstances and... - October 22, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Sharon Reuler Named Texas Super Lawyer For 13th Straight Year
Dallas-based real estate attorney Sharon Reuler was honored as a 2020 Texas Super Lawyer in Real Estate by Thomson Reuters, for the thirteenth consecutive year. No more than 5 percent of the more than 100,000 attorneys in Texas are recognized annually as Super Lawyers by Thomson... - October 21, 2020 - Sharon Reuler, PC
Russell Whittle Unravels COVID and Related Workers’ Compensation Concerns for Municipalities
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that shareholder Russell Whittle presented “Workers' Compensation and COVID-19” to Public Risk Management of Florida members as part of its human resources webinar series. Whittle explained whether... - October 21, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
AVVO Names Marcus Herbert 2020 Top Rated Lawyer Award
Attorney Marcus Herbert, a partner in the Bankruptcy Advocates law firm, has received the 2020 Top-Rated Lawyer award from Avvo, the leader in legal marketing, connecting attorneys with 23 million consumers monthly. This comes on the heels of Marcus Herbert being recognized with the 2020 Silver... - October 19, 2020 - Bankruptcy Advocates - Attorneys at Law
Bay Area Criminal Defense Attorney Shares Cocktail Tutorial Inspired by a Punk Song
Step-by-step tutorial brought to you by Attorney Joe McPeak from Red Metric Law. - October 18, 2020 - Red Metric Law
Shannon Puopolo Honored as Business Observer’s 40 Under 40 Honoree
Shannon Puopolo has been recognized as one of Business Observer magazine’s 40 Under 40 honorees during the virtual ceremony held on October 15, 2020. - October 18, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Free Webinar About Rights After an Accident
After an accident, many people ask themselves - do I need a lawyer? Where can I find a lawyer near me? What compensation can I get for my injuries? How much is my case worth? Attorney and mediator Brenda Waugh will answer these questions at her monthly free webinar, "How to Deal with the... - October 07, 2020 - Brenda Waugh
California Attorneys See a Spike in Asset Seizures on U.S.-Mexico Border
Civil forfeiture, also known as asset seizures, is a relatively unknown, yet highly controversial practice whereby state and government agencies confiscate cash and belongings from individuals who are merely suspected of a crime. While these cases can occur anywhere in the country, there has been a... - October 06, 2020 - San Diego Defenders
The Banks Law Firm Has Relocated to Accommodate Growth
The Banks Law Firm has relocated to respond to the needs of the community. - October 04, 2020 - Banks Law Firm
Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman Lawyer Lindsay Childs Publishes Family and Divorce Law Book
Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman family attorney Lindsay H. Childs has published a book on family and divorce law. The book, Divorce in the Golden Years: Estate Planning, Spousal Support, and Retirement Issues for Clients at Midlife and Beyond, Second Edition, was published on August 21, 2020, by... - October 04, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
The Law Office of Kwartler Manus, LLC Would Like to Announce That It Has Selected Ms. Daad Sharfi, NYU, as the Recipient of Their 2020 Public Interest Scholarship
The law office of Kwartler Manus, LLC would like to announce that it has selected Ms. Daad Sharfi, NYU, as the recipient of The Kwartler Manus Public Interest Scholarship for the 2020-2021 academic year. - October 02, 2020 - Kwartler Manus, LLC
Three Abuse Victims File Lawsuit Against Loma Linda University Medical Center and Seventh Day Adventist Church Alleging Abuse by Child Psychiatrist
AB 218 Filing Window Gives Adult Victims of Childhood Sexual Assault a Path to Justice and Closure. - October 01, 2020 - The Zalkin Law Firm
Owner of Criminal Defense Lawfirm in Hayward, CA Releases Video for Small Business Owners
Big Plans, Small Business? Criminal defense Attorney Daniel Vaswani shares his top tip for small business owners. - September 27, 2020 - Red Metric Law
Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman Lawyer Lydia S. Terrill Publishes Book on Family Law and Social Security
Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman family attorney Lydia Terrill has published a book on family law and Social Security. The book, The Family Law Practitioner’s Guide to Social Security, Second Edition, was published on August 24, 2020, by the American Bar Association. The book explores various... - September 24, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Ankin Law Office Presents: Reasons Your Social Security Claim Keeps Getting Denied
Just 30% of initial Social Security Disability applications are approved. Understanding why so many disability claims are denied can help increase your chances of winning an appeal. - September 22, 2020 - Ankin Law Office
Jerry Vinkler Selected by Super Lawyers® for 2021
Being named Super Lawyer for fourteen consecutive years is not something every Illinois medical malpractice lawyer can claim. Jerry Vinkler is one of those Super Lawyers® who can claim that distinction. He first received this prestige award in 2007 and then every year since. This honor is only... - September 21, 2020 - Vinkler Law Offices, Ltd.
Family Lawyer Lindsay H. Childs Named President of Doris Jonas Freed American Inn of Court
Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman family law attorney Lindsay H. Childs recently took on the role of President of the Doris Jonas Freed American Inn of Court for 2020-2021. Ms. Childs has been a member of the organization since 2011 and has previously served as Programming Chair, Membership Chair,... - September 18, 2020 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Hale Law Attorneys Honored with Elite Top Attorneys Award in Personal Injury
Hale Law, P.A. humbly announces its attorneys and firm Partners, Patrick Hale and Patrick Iyampillai, were recognized by SRQ Magazine as 2020 Elite Top Attorneys Award Honorees in the specialty of Personal Injury. Mr. Iyampillai was also recognized as a 2020 Rising Star. SRQ Magazine partnered with... - September 17, 2020 - Hale Law, P.A.
Patent Attorney Luca Hickman Selected as 40 Under 40 Honoree
Hickman advises inventors, artists, and musicians and works on high profile business and contractual matters, including multi-million dollar mergers and acquisitions involving publicly traded companies and celebrities. - September 17, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Yadegar, Minoofar, & Soleymani LLP Successfully Represents Bachelorette Contestant Chad Johnson in Lawsuit
Bachelorette contestant and one-time Bachelor Nation participant Chad Johnson recently obtained a $16 million judgment in his sexual harassment lawsuit against Sunset Studios Entertainment LLC and movie producer Cristina Cimino. Johnson is represented by Los Angeles sexual harassment lawyers,... - September 11, 2020 - Yadegar, Minoofar & Soleymani LLP
Herischi & Associates LLC Files Lawsuit Against Burka’s Fine Wines & Liquors for Alleged Wrongful Death of Maryland Teen
Herischi & Associates LLC files a lawsuit in the District Court of Maryland against Burka’s Fine Wines & Liquors for the alleged wrongful death of Maryland teen resulting from the sale of alcohol to a minor. - September 11, 2020 - Herischi & Associates LLC
Kahana Feld Forms Financial Services Litigation Practice Group
Kahana Feld is proud to announce the launch of its Financial Services Litigation Practice Group. The firm has represented businesses in the financial services sector for many years, and has a number of attorneys that focus their practice on this area. Forming a formal practice group will help to better coordinate and promote this expertise. - September 08, 2020 - Kahana Feld
Stange Law Firm, PC Announces Several Key Promotions Within the Firm
Stange Law Firm, PC announced the expansion of their leadership with promotion of two new Partners, a new Senior Partner and a new Partner/General Counsel for the firm. - September 03, 2020 - Stange Law Firm, PC
Attorney Daniel Vaswani of Red Metric Law, Criminal Defense, Releases Video About Hurricane Laura
The impact of Hurricane Laura has had on Texas and Louisinas is worsened by COVID-19. - September 03, 2020 - Red Metric Law
The Best Lawyers in America© 2021 Recognizes Woods Aitken Attorneys
Woods Aitken LLP is pleased to announce that 14 attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021, one of the legal profession’s oldest and most respected peer-review publications. In addition, eight Woods Aitken attorneys were named to the... - August 30, 2020 - Woods Aitken LLP
Henderson Franklin Names Mark Nieds Chair and Launches Intellectual Property Group
The IP Group advises clients on matters relating to the identification, protection, enforcement and monetization of IP assets including trademarks, copyrights, patents and trade secrets. - August 29, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Henderson Franklin to Host Its 28th Annual Employment Law Seminar Virtually
Speakers will share recommendations to keep their businesses in compliance with new laws thereby reducing risk and exposure to legal claims. - August 29, 2020 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.