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Medivest Celebrates 25 Years in Business with the Unveiling of a New Logo and Website
Medivest Benefit Advisors, Inc. (“Medivest”), a leader in Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) services and settlement planning, proudly announces its 25th year in business. In celebration of this milestone, Medivest is debuting a new company logo and website today. Medivest’s new logo... - February 01, 2021 - Medivest
Kelleher + Holland, LLC Attorneys Recognized as Illinois Super Lawyers
Attorneys from Kelleher + Holland, LLC have been selected to the 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. No more than five percent of lawyers in Illinois are selected by Super Lawyers, and no more than 2.5 percent are selected for Rising Stars. Founding member Andrew Kelleher has been... - January 31, 2021 - Kelleher + Holland, LLC
Douglas Szabo Elected Managing Lawyer of Henderson Franklin
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Douglas Szabo has been elected Managing Lawyer by the firm’s stockholders for a three-year term commencing May 21, 2021. Szabo will succeed Russell Schropp, who has held this position since 2015. - January 30, 2021 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
John Caravella: a Decade of Construction Representation
As a dedicated and experienced Construction Law Attorney, the Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. helps Homeowners, Contractors, and Design Professionals with their legal needs in construction litigation and arbitration. The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C., practices primarily in Construction... - January 28, 2021 - The Law Offices of John Caravella P.C.
Henderson Franklin Elects Kyle Dudek Stockholder
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that litigation attorney Kyle Dudek has been elected a stockholder. He joined the firm in October 2016 and is a member of the Tort & Insurance Litigation department. Dudek also serves on the firm’s... - January 27, 2021 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Mark A. Chertok, Esq. Celebrated as a Top 100 Lawyer for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Mark A. Chertok, Esq. of New York, New York has been recognized as a Top 100 Lawyer for two consecutive years, 2020 and now for 2021, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Mark A. Chertok, Esq. With over 40... - January 26, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP Announces Four New Associates
Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP (CPLA) announced that they had added four new associates to the firm: Jonathan Aldaco, Catherine Baldo, Tillie Benson and Troy Stevenson. CPLA is a leading law firm that specializes in real estate transactions, commercial litigation, and dispute... - January 25, 2021 - Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP
Sarinia Feinman Appointed President-Elect of Montgomery Bar Association
Sarinia M. Feinman, a family law attorney from Vetrano | Vetrano & Feinman, has taken on a new role as President-Elect of the Montgomery Bar Association (MBA). - January 23, 2021 - Vetrano & Vetrano
SBBO’s Christian Otteson Named Top Lawyer 2021 by 5280
Christian Otteson, partner at Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson, has been named Top Lawyer 2021 in the January, 2021 issue of 5280 magazine, Denver's leading lifestyle publication. Otteson is recognized in the "Banking" category and 2021 marks the fourth year in succession that he has received the award. - January 21, 2021 - Otteson Shapiro LLP
DLS Adds 35 Counties to Its California E-Recording Services Network
Submitting documents to county recorders in California just got easier and faster. Submit, pay, and track documents in 35 counties through one online account. - January 19, 2021 - Direct Legal Support, Inc.
Alan Roger Currie, "The Godfather of Direct Verbal Game Advice," Slams Rampant Plagiarism on YouTube
Author and Professional Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie is not biting his tongue about the out-of-control plagiarism that he has observed on YouTube over the last four years in which he has been active on the popular video sharing platform. Currie, known as "The Godfather of Direct Verbal Game Advice & Wisdom," is the author of the best-selling self-help book for single heterosexual men titled "Mode One: Let the Women Know What You're REALLY Thinking" which is available on Amazon.com - January 15, 2021 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Atwood to Share Legal Update on COVID-Related Employment Laws
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that stockholder Scott Atwood will be the featured speaker for the “2021 Back to Work HR Law Update,” a virtual employment law update for business owners and human resource professionals on Tuesday, January 26, 2021,... - January 15, 2021 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
John Caravella’s Article on Affirmative Action for Contractors to be Featured in Nassau County Bar Association’s "The Nassau Lawyer" Publication
In January 2021, The Nassau Lawyer will publish an article written by Mr. Caravella, regarding protected classes and anti-discrimination laws within New York State. Business Owners and Contractors are encouraged to stay informed of these issues and reform efforts. To obtain a copy of this topic... - January 14, 2021 - The Law Offices of John Caravella P.C.
Hickman to Deliver Technology CLE for The Florida Bar Solo and Small Firm Section
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Registered U.S. Patent Attorney Luca Hickman will be the featured speaker and deliver a virtual CLE “Digital IP: Helping Clients Protect, Defend & Recover IP Rights Online, In Social Media & E-Commerce... - January 14, 2021 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Fort Lauderdale’s Rossen Law Firm Celebrates Top Position on 5th Annual Law Firm 500 Award List of Fastest Growing Law Firms in US
Rossen Law Firm is ranked 41st on the Law Firm 500 list for achieving 231% growth. - January 14, 2021 - Rossen Law Firm
GTC Law Group PC & Affiliates Announce New Principals
GTC Law Group PC & Affiliates are pleased to announce that Veronica Louie, Leon Schwartz and John Stephen Wills have become Principals of the firm. Veronica Louie is a Principal in GTC Law Group’s M&A, Tech Transactions and Licensing and Corporate groups. Veronica joined the firm in... - January 13, 2021 - GTC Law Group PC & Affiliates
Russ Brown, a Highly Respected Attorney Renowned for His Work and Advocacy for Motorcyclists Has Died
Legendary lawyer Russ Brown, known for his ferocious advocacy on behalf of injured motorcyclists, died in his Los Angeles home with his wife, Hana and his daughter Lauren by his side on January 10, 2021. He was 86. Russ Brown, a celebrated personality in the motorcycle community all across the US,... - January 11, 2021 - Russ Brown
Trademark & Intellectual Property Attorney, Zach Eyster Joins Founders Legal®
Founders Legal® is excited to announce the expansion of its Trademark & Intellectual Property Team with the addition of Atlanta attorney, Zach Eyster as of counsel. "Zach brings a fantastic combination of good humor, good sense, and deep experience in trademarks and technology... - January 09, 2021 - Founders Legal
Vienna Immigration Law Firm Discusses Changing P1 Visa to Green Card Status
Johnson and Masumi, a Vienna immigration law firm, have recently released a new educational resource on how to change a P1 Visa to green card status. The blog can be found on the firm’s website. - January 08, 2021 - Johnson & Masumi, P.C.
Northern VA Immigration Law Firm Explains How Long P1 Visas Last
Johnson & Masumi, a Northern Virginia immigrationl law firm has recently released a new educational blog for traveling athletes and entertainers answering, “how long do P1 Visas last?” The article explains how long P1 Visas last and the details surrounding this type of visa. - January 08, 2021 - Johnson & Masumi, P.C.
ABD Appoints Dereick Wood as Senior Vice President of National Claims Services and Client Engagement for Its Executive Risk Solutions Practice
For ABD, Wood will assist public and private company clients with coverage advocacy and claims services related to Directors & Officers Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability and Financial Institutions. - January 07, 2021 - Newfront
Roni M. Most, Esq. Becomes Co-Managing Partner of Kahana Feld’s Houston, Texas Office
Kahana Feld is pleased to announce it has named Roni M. Most, Esq. as Co-Managing Partner of its Houston office. He was most recently partner at Gerber Most in Houston and is a highly respected litigator and general business counsel as well as an Associate Municipal Court Judge of the City of... - January 06, 2021 - Kahana Feld
Ashton College Now Offering Exam Prep Course for Quebec Immigration Consultant Exam
Ashton College is excited to announce the launch of their new Quebec Immigration Consultant Exam Prep course. The course is taught in French through Ashton College’s Live Online format, allowing students to access the course from anywhere in the world with an internet connection. Registration... - January 06, 2021 - Ashton College
Loftus & Eisenberg Launches Employment Practice Led by Gail Schnitzer Eisenberg
Loftus & Eisenberg welcomes Gail Schnitzer Eisenberg to the firm to drive the firm’s employment law practice. A top-rated young attorney in the field, Gail helps clients with their employment concerns with empathy, pragmatism, and legal sophistication. Before joining the firm, Gail clerked for the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals and worked in both big and boutique law settings. - January 04, 2021 - Loftus & Eisenberg, Ltd.
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
Missin Peace Issued the Following Statement on the Murder of Casey Goodson Jr.
Missin Peace is extremely saddened by the death of Casey Goodson Jr. We express deepest condolences to his family and the city of Columbus, Ohio. The killing of Casey Goodson Jr. by a Franklin County Sheriff Deputy is another example of a life unjustly taken by law enforcement. And Franklin... - December 20, 2020 - Missin Peace
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.
AppearMe Announces the Launch of Its New Service
AppearMe launches a free directory of Expert Witnesses and Litigation Support Providers to better service litigating attorneys and law firms. AppearMe now offers a nationwide network of over 10,000 expert witnesses & litigation support specialists at their fingertips for all litigation... - December 19, 2020 - AppearMe
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
Action Plus Bail Bonds is Here to Help You Take the Next Step After Bail Release
"We don’t just get you out, we get you help." Action Plus Bail Bonds introduces post release services. - December 10, 2020 - Action Plus Bail Bonds
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.
Vienna Immigration Law Firm Discusses Deportation Proceedings
Johnson & Masumi, a Vienna immigration law firm, has recently released an article that discusses deportation proceedings. The new article is guided by the legal and immigration experts at Johnson & Masumi who have extensive experience helping those dealing with immigration issues deal with... - December 06, 2020 - Johnson & Masumi, P.C.
Advice Company, a Pioneering Online Legal Publisher, Launches Three Major Interdisciplinary Initiatives Across its Attorney and Expert Witness Properties
Advice Company, a Public Benefit Corporation, today announced the launch of three major new initiatives: - Creation of a new Award / Honors platform for Attorneys – America's Preferred™ - that will recognize qualitative accomplishment, competence, character, and social awareness in... - December 05, 2020 - Advice Company
Naveego CEO Katie Horvath Named One of the 30 Best CEOs of 2020 by The Silicon Review
Naveego, an emerging leader of cloud-native, distributed data accuracy solutions, today announced that Katie Horvath has been recognized as one of the 30 Best CEOs of the Year by The Silicon Review. Katie is a seasoned entrepreneur and brings a wealth of start-up and Fortune 500 experience to her... - December 02, 2020 - Naveego
Tampa Bay Monitoring Now Adding GEOSATIS Hybrid GPS Bracelets to Their Product Line
GPS monitoring is a viable and cost-effective alternative to incarceration which can help cut overcrowding and reduce recidivism. - December 01, 2020 - Tampa Bay Monitoring
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
Edward Nusbaum is Honored by the Top 100 Registry as the 2020 Attorney of the Year in the State of Connecticut
Joseph A. Materna is due to be featured in the Top 100 Lawyers Magazine, 2021 Q1 Edition, and is being Honored by the Top 100 Registry as the 2020 Attorney of the Year in the State of New York. - November 26, 2020 - Top100 Registry Inc.
Joseph A. Materna is Honored by the Top 100 Registry as the 2020 Attorney of the Year in the State of New York
Joseph A. Materna is due to be featured in the Top 100 Lawyers Magazine, Q4 Edition, and is being Honored by the Top 100 Registry as the 2020 Attorney of the Year in the State of New York. - November 25, 2020 - Top100 Registry Inc.
Oasis Financial Proudly Supports the Truth Hope & Justice Foundation
Chicago-based social justice and police reform movement receives financial support for Oasis Financial, national leader in pre-settlement and medical funding. - November 25, 2020 - Oasis Legal Finance
Award-Winning Trademark Attorney’s New Book Makes Trademarks Accessible for Bootstrapping Businesses & Becomes Instant #1 Amazon Best Seller
Helping entrepreneurs and business owners avoid costly legal disputes that could put them out of business is the subject of a new book by trademark law expert Radiance W. Harris, Esq. Trademark Like A Boss: The Ultimate Step-By-Step Guide to Protecting Your Brand helps readers understand the... - November 20, 2020 - Radiance IP Law
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
Redefining Bankruptcy Support: Randall S. Miller & Associates, in Partnership with US Default Management, Launches BKDirect
Combining legal knowledge and process expertise, BKDirect is a national automation-driven technology platform that reduces the risk of error and improves efficiencies in creating and filling certain bankruptcy documents. With data points mapping and a simple API, BKDirect auto-generates documents such as Proof of Claim, Notice of Payment Change, and transfer of claims, which are then forwarded to their team for attorney review and subsequent filing. - November 13, 2020 - Randall S. Miller & Associates
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
ABD Insurance and Financial Services Offers Unique Transaction Liability Insurance to Reduce M&A Risk for VC Firms
ABD offers Residual Transaction Liability Insurance coverage for venture capital firms that reduces the risk of indemnity claims associated with the mergers & acquisitions process. - November 11, 2020 - Newfront