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Four “Rising Stars” Recognized at Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP
Four attorneys with Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP have been named to the Rising Stars list of Super Lawyers for 2016. This is a repeat honor for partners Bret Anderson, Jesse Cahill and Douglas Goldwater, and the first recognition for Kymberley Peck, an associate with Ventura County’s... - February 20, 2016 - Ferguson Case Orr Paterson
Philadelphia Family Law Attorney Kathleen M. Tana to Present Webinar on Adoption for the National Business Institute
Philly lawyer will give a webcast CLE for fellow attorneys on the often intricate and multi-faceted process of adoption. - February 20, 2016 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Parker Poe Expands Financial Services Practice with Four New Attorneys
Additions Strengthen Firm’s Banking and Capital Markets Group - February 20, 2016 - Parker Poe
Henderson Franklin to Host 24th Annual HR Law & Solutions Seminar
The Employment Law Practice Group at Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. will host the firm's 24th Annual HR Law & Solutions seminar on Monday, April 4, 2016 at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa. This annual seminar is designed to update and educate business owners,... - February 20, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Mike Masuda Recognized by California Super Lawyers
Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss is proud to announce that Mike Masuda, a shareholder with the law firm has been selected to the 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers list, an honor reserved for those lawyers who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Mr. - February 20, 2016 - Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss
How’s My Case Launches, Offers Streamlined Case Assessment Process for Personal Injury Clients
New platform brings together technology, data, and legal experts to deliver unparalleled case assessment experience - February 20, 2016 - How's My Case
Past Speaker of Louisiana House of Representatives Chuck Kleckley Joins Adams and Reese
The law firm of Adams and Reese is pleased to announce that Charles Edward “Chuck” Kleckley (R-Lake Charles), former Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives from 2012 to 2016 and a successful Lake Charles businessman, has joined the firm as a Government Affairs Advisor... - February 19, 2016 - Adams and Reese LLP
Williams Family Law Welcomes New Associate
New attorney joins leading Bucks County divorce and child custody law firm. - February 19, 2016 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
Moye White Welcomes Associate Andrew Spruiell
Andrew Spruiell has joined the Denver law firm Moye White LLP as an associate and member of the firm's Business Section. His practice focusses on mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, business planning and debt and equity financing. - February 18, 2016 - Moye White
Fort Myers Land Use Attorney Amanda Brock Named President of Real Estate Society
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorney Amanda Brock has been named President of the Real Estate Investment Society of Southwest Florida (REIS). Brock concentrates her practice in the area of land use and environmental law. She handles... - February 17, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Lawsuit Alleges Dealership Skipped Recall Work, Injured Woman Settles for Over $2 Million
A lawsuit filed on behalf of a Kansas woman settles for over $2 million. The suit alleged that a car dealership skipped recall work on a vehicle after charging to perform the work. The vehicle later malfunctioned and seriously injured the woman resulting in the loss of a leg. - February 15, 2016 - Copley Roth & Wilson, LLC
Kaiser Wahab Contributes Corporate and Commercial Law Expertise to Lexis Practice Advisor
Riveles Wahab LLP partner Kaiser Wahab has contributed articles and sample annotated agreements related to New York business and commercial law to LexisNexis’ Lexis Practice Advisor. Lexis Practice Advisor offers practical, in-depth advice to attorneys on contract drafting and other... - February 13, 2016 - Riveles Wahab LLP
Jury Awards $25 Million to Motorcyclists Injured by Truck; Puts Most Blame on Trucking Company
A $25 million judgement has been entered in Nueces County District Court against a Chicago-area trucking company and two others in a crash that severely injured two local motorcyclists, announced 18-wheeler injury attorney Billy Edwards. A Nueces County Jury had found that Dillon Transport, Inc. was 60 percent at fault in the accident because it did not properly supervise its drivers. - February 12, 2016 - The Edwards Law Firm
Danielle Urban Named BTI Client Service All-Star
Danielle Urban, a partner in the Denver office of Fisher & Phillips LLP, has been named a 2016 Client Service All-Star by BTI Consulting Group. The 316 attorneys on this year's list have been recognized by leading legal decision makers for exceptional client service. - February 11, 2016 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Knight and Knight Law Offering Complete Suite of Estate Planning Attorney Services
Fairfield, CA-based law firm, Knight and Knight Law is now inviting clients to review their complete range of Estate Planning Documents with one of their experienced attorneys. The firm’s services ensure families have access to professional drafts for documents such as living trusts,... - February 11, 2016 - Knight & Knight
Fisher & Phillips Shares the Top Five Ways Office Romances Can Land Employers with a Date in Court
Sexual Harassment Charges Cost Employers More Than $208 Million in the Last Five Years. - February 11, 2016 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Yeargan Law Releases New Web Resources on Reckless Driving in VA
The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan recently released new resources on the defenses and penalties associated with being charged with reckless driving in the Commonwealth of Virginia. - February 11, 2016 - The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan
Jacob Stein Joins Aliant, LLP
Jacob Stein, Esq. (formerly of Klueger & Stein, LLP) is proud to announce that he is joining Aliant, LLP, a global law practice focused on international law. Jacob Stein (J.D.; LL.M.) is a Certified Tax Law Specialist and an expert on international business transactions, international taxation... - February 08, 2016 - Aliant, LLP
Attorney to Host Free Divorce Information Seminar
Brenda Waugh, a West Virginia attorney with almost thirty years of experience, will host a free informational seminar next week where she will present an overview and be available to answer general questions. The focus of the seminar will be the processes available to parties who are considering divorce including litigation, collaborative law, and mediation. - February 07, 2016 - Brenda Waugh
Overland Park Lawyer Changes the Trucking Industry with Record Settlement
Attorney Jason Roth of Copley Roth & Wilson LLC, a Kansas based law firm, settles a record truck collision accident case. The $11.6 million settlement is affecting the way the large motor carriers do business and making the road safer for everyone. - February 05, 2016 - Copley Roth & Wilson, LLC
Dorf & Nelson LLP Welcomes Verónica Guerrero, Counsel and Head of the Matrimonial & Family Law Group
Dorf & Nelson LLP is pleased to welcome Verónica Guerrero as Counsel and head of the firm’s newest practice group, Matrimonial & Family Law. Ms. Guerrero offers comprehensive and individualized attention to clients going through divorce, child custody issues, visitation... - February 05, 2016 - Dorf & Nelson LLP
Roig Lawyers Adds Prominent Corporate Partners from Levine Kellogg to Bolster Miami Office
Roig Lawyers, is pleased to announce the addition of prominent corporate partners Francis “Frank” X. Sexton Jr. and James P. Gueits to our corporate practice as it continues to grow our footprint across six offices throughout Florida. “We are proud to have such distinguished... - February 05, 2016 - Roig Lawyers
James Burghardt Inducted Into Colorado Chapter of National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
Jim Burghardt, partner at the Denver law firm Moye White, has been inducted into the Colorado Chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN) for 2016. Membership is by invitation only and is limited to professional mediators and arbitrators who are trusted neutrals within the legal community in their state(s) of practice. - February 04, 2016 - Moye White
Bucks County Divorce Lawyer Susan J. Smith Joins Williams Family Law
Leading Bucks County law firm welcomes experienced family law attorney. - February 04, 2016 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Kaufman, Coren & Ress Welcomes Deborah Gross to Firm as Of Counsel
Attorney concentrating in class action litigation joins Philadelphia litigation boutique. - January 31, 2016 - Kaufman, Coren & Ress, P.C.
Texas' New Open Carry Law Triggers Employers to Take Action
Fisher & Phillips Offers Employers Tips for Addressing Gun Policies in the Workplace - January 30, 2016 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Young Moore and Henderson Attorneys Listed in North Carolina Super Lawyers® for 2016
The firm is pleased to announce that fifteen of their attorneys were selected for inclusion in the North Carolina Super Lawyers® 2016 publication. Administrative Law: John N. (Nick) Fountain Reed N. Fountain Civil Litigation Defense: David M. Duke Estate Planning & Probate: Rudy L. - January 28, 2016 - Young Moore and Henderson, P.A.
Dennis J. Butler Named Partner at Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel
Butler brings deep experience with patent prosecution and litigation, including the increasingly important area of post-grant review. - January 28, 2016 - Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel, LLP
Congratulations to Joel Leppard for Being Named Avvo Client’s Choice Award Winner for 2016, the Second Year in a Row
Orlando attorney Joel Leppard received this prestigious accolade based on the number, quality and breadth of client testimonials associated with his profile. This prestigious award is presented to attorneys who receive the highest ratings from their clients on Avvo.com, the world’s largest... - January 26, 2016 - Leppard Law
Supreme Court to Rule on DAPA/DACA Legality
On January 19, 2016, the Supreme Court of the Unites States granted certiorari in Texas v. United States, No. 15-764___ U.S.___ (2016) inviting both sides to present arguments on the legality of President Obama’s executive action which purported to provide temporary shield from deportation and work authorization to thousands of undocumented residents of the U.S. - January 25, 2016 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Roig Lawyers Attorney Re-Elected as President of the Dade County Defense Bar Association
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned, multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across six offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that senior associate, John S. Leinicke, has been re-elected as President of the Dade County Defense Bar Association (DCDBA) for a third term. - January 24, 2016 - Roig Lawyers
Roig Lawyers Expands Litigation Practice Group with Two New Attorneys
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned, multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across six offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce the addition of Michael A. Alfonso to the firm’s Deerfield Beach office and Cecile S. Mendizabal to the firm’s Miami... - January 24, 2016 - Roig Lawyers
Roig Lawyers Partner Speaks at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Law Center Plus Seminar Series
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned, multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across six offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Stephen G. Mellor will be a speaker at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Law Center Plus Seminar Series: The Balancing Act: Managing... - January 24, 2016 - Roig Lawyers
Fisher & Phillips’ Todd Fredrickson Named to Top Lawyers 2016 by 5280
Todd Fredrickson, Managing Partner of the Denver office of Fisher & Phillips LLP, has been named to 5280 magazine's list of Top Lawyers 2016. - January 22, 2016 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Scott Richardson, NGD Insurance and Administrative Attorney Weighs in on the Ways to Limit Your Business’s Risk
Scott Richardson, NGD Insurance and Administrative attorney will present on the ways to limit your business’s risk: covering topics such as sub limits, exclusions, theft & dishonesty, and more. This workshop will cater to small, medium, and large business owners, CEOs and CFOs. - January 22, 2016 - Nussbaum Gillis and Dinner
Moye White Partners Named to 5280 Magazine’s Top Lawyers 2016
Four Partners at the Denver law firm Moye White LLP have been named to the list of Top Lawyers 2016 by 5280, Denver’s leading lifestyle publication and the state’s highest circulation magazine. - January 22, 2016 - Moye White
Bieging Shapiro & Barber's Tom Bieging Named to 5280's Top Lawyers 2016
Tom Bieging, partner at Denver-based law firm Bieging Shapiro & Barber, has been named to 5280 magazine's list of Top Lawyers 2016. - January 22, 2016 - Otteson Shapiro LLP
Adam Moore Law Firm Becomes 2nd Street Law PLLC
With the retirement of attorney Adam Moore, Ulvar Klein and Robin Emmans are pleased to announce that they will continue to pursue excellence in criminal defense as 2nd Street Law PLLC. Ulvar and Robin are proud to have launched their criminal defense careers under Adam's guidance, and are looking... - January 21, 2016 - 2nd Street Law, PLLC
Stoel Rives LLP Names James Torgerson Firm-Wide Managing Partner
Torgerson becomes the first Alaska-based Am Law 100 and Am Law 200 firm-wide managing partner in U.S. history. - January 16, 2016 - Stoel Rives LLP
Attorney Mario T. Milano Joins IP Law Firm Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel
With a background in mechanical engineering, Milano focuses his practice on patents, including PCT applications. - January 14, 2016 - Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel, LLP
Starfield & Smith, P.C. Elects Jennifer Borra to Its Partnership
Starfield & Smith, P.C. is proud to announce that Jennifer Borra, a member of the Firm’s Commercial Lending practice group, has been elected as Partner of the Firm. Ms. Borra concentrates her practice in the areas of commercial lending, real estate and commercial contracts, and she has... - January 13, 2016 - Starfield & Smith, PC
Petro Cohen Attorneys Named to 2016 NJ Super Lawyers List
Two partners at the law firm of Petro Cohen Petro Matarazzo received recognition as 2016 New Jersey Super Lawyers: Frank A. Petro (workers’ compensation) and Barry D. Cohen (personal injury). Both Mr. Petro and Mr. Cohen have received this distinction numerous times throughout their careers. The research team at Super Lawyers bestows the honorable distinction annually on no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state. - January 13, 2016 - Petro Cohen, P.C.
Collaborative Law Group to Host Mixer
Three local attorneys will host a mixer on January 21st at the premiere community workspace in Martinsburg, The Hub. Jeffrey Molenda, Brenda Waugh and Mary Binns-Davis, the only West Virginia certified by the IACP in collaborative law, will gather with local business people and residents to network and discuss the benefits of collaborative law on January 21st, from 5:00- 7:00 p.m. - January 13, 2016 - Brenda Waugh
Parker Poe Celebrates 50 Years in Raleigh
Anniversary includes Historical Display Open to Public in Partnership with City of Raleigh Museum - January 13, 2016 - Parker Poe
Henderson Franklin Names Shannon Puopolo Stockholder
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorney Shannon Puopolo has been elected a stockholder. John Noland, chair of the firm’s Commercial Litigation division, shares: “Shannon goes about her duties in a quiet and confident manner. She... - January 13, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan Updates Website for Consumers
The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan has released an updated website that is geared towards informing local consumers on Virginia DUI laws and regulations. - January 13, 2016 - The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan
Dallas Trial Lawyer Opens New Office to Serve Clients
Attorney for family, health care, criminal defense, business and personal injury cases opens Uptown Dallas location. - January 09, 2016 - James S. Bell, PC
Long Island Divorce Lawyer Warns That Harassment During and After Divorce Can Lead to Lawsuits
Long Island Divorce Lawyer and Divorce Mediator Robert E. Hornberger, Esq., warns divorcing and divorced couples that certain confrontational behaviors can lead to civil lawsuits. Recently, both the Daily Record and Fox News reported that a New Jersey woman is being sued for writing... - January 09, 2016 - Robert E. Hornberger, P.C.
Henderson Franklin Elects Amanda Brock as Stockholder
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorney Amanda Brock has been elected a stockholder. Charles Basinait, Chair of the Land Use & Environmental Law division shares: “Amanda has proved that she has an excellent grasp of the nuances of... - January 09, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Philadelphia Labor and Employment Lawyer Stuart W. Davidson Appointed to Chair IFEBP Committee
Willig, Williams & Davidson founding partner to chair International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans Committee. - January 08, 2016 - Willig, Williams & Davidson