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Four Family and Divorce Lawyers from Main Line firm Vetrano|Vetrano & Feinman LLC Recognized as 2018 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer Winners
Vetrano|Vetrano & Feinman LLC is pleased to announce that four of its family and divorce lawyers in Main Line PA have been recognized by Super Lawyers. - August 17, 2018 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Orr & Reno Places Eight Attorneys Among “The Best Lawyers in America” – Fairclough Named “Lawyer of the Year”
Eight attorneys from the Concord, NH law firm of Orr & Reno have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2019 edition of "The Best Lawyers in America." Peter F. Burger, William L. Chapman, Judith A. Fairclough, Susan S. Geiger, Margaret Kerouac, James E. Morris, Douglas L. - August 17, 2018 - Orr & Reno
Grassley Praised by National LTC Pharmacy Group for Seeking Justice Department Review of PDP/PBM Mergers
The Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition (SCPC) today praised Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Charles Grassley (R-IA) for asking the U.S. Justice Department to conduct a “robust analysis” of the proposed mergers between CVS Health and Aetna, and Cigna Corp. and Express Scripts. Alan G. - August 16, 2018 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
The ULA Applauds Australian Condemnation of the South African Government Race-Based Marginalization
The following is a statement by the United Liberty Alliance in response to the current state in South Africa and the NSW legislative council resolution. "In a groundbreaking motion passed in the NSW Legislative Council in Australia, the crimes perpetrated against minorities by South... - August 16, 2018 - United Liberty Alliance
BPW Canada Marks the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Hosts an SDG Gala to Advance the Global Goals
On August 10th & 11th in Ottawa, the Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW Canada) hosted two events, one at the Global Centre of Pluralism and the other at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier to gather defenders of human rights and to shed light on the global goals and priorities that countries have already agreed upon. - August 16, 2018 - BPW Canada
Dr. Timothy Watts, Director, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at TKG’s Understanding and Analyzing the Economic Considerations in Antitrust Damages
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dr. Timothy Watts, Director, NERA Economic Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding and Analyzing the... - August 16, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
ASAP Tax and Lien Search Reports Higher Sales During Summer
The Heat Goes on for ASAP Tax and Lien Search; Higher YoY Orders in May, June and July; New Partnership with Closers Choice; Begins 20th Year of Service - August 15, 2018 - ASAP Tax and Lien Search
7 Grant Fridkin Pearson, P.A. Attorneys Named to 2019 Best Lawyers® List
Grant Fridkin Pearson, P.A. is pleased to announce that seven of its lawyers have been included in the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. In addition, Jeffrey Fridkin was selected as a 2019 “Lawyer of the Year” in the practice area of Litigation-Real Estate in Fort Myers,... - August 15, 2018 - Grant Fridkin Pearson, P.A.
Elizabeth C. Early Elected to the Council of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section
High Swartz LLP, a full-service law firm with offices in Norristown and Doylestown, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce that Elizabeth C. Early has been elected to the Council of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section for a term expiring in 2021. - August 15, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
The Justice Association Claims to Have Additional Information Available Regarding Lawsuit Against Opioid Pharmaceutical Companies
May 31, 2017, the State of Ohio filed a lawsuit against several opioid pharmaceutical companies in Ross County Court of Common Pleas (Case No. 17CI000261). The lawsuit lists the following opioid pharmaceutical companies as defendents: Actavis LLC; Actavis Pharma, Inc.; Allergan PLC; Cephalon Inc.;... - August 14, 2018 - The Justice Association
8 High Swartz Attorneys Named "Top Lawyer" for 2018 by Main Line Today
High Swartz LLP, a full-service law firm with offices in Norristown and Doylestown, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce that 8 of its attorneys have been named among the “Top Lawyers” for 2018 by Main Line Today magazine. David J. Brooman – Environmental Law Arnold Heller... - August 11, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Michelle G. Ortiz and Joscelyn M. Sanchez to Its Miami Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Michelle G. Ortiz has joined the firm’s Miami office as a Partner and Joscelyn M. Sanchez has joined as an Attorney. Ortiz focuses her practice on all aspects of liability and casualty defense. She has more than a decade of... - August 10, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
Hon’ble Mr. Justice S.Ravindra Bhat Released a Book Titled "Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code of India"
Hon’ble Mr. Justice S.Ravindra Bhat Released a Book Titled "Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code of India" at India International Centre; Dr. Vishwapati Trivedi and CMA Sanjay Gupta Were the Guests of Honour - August 10, 2018 - LexisNexis India
Morris Hall PLLC Names New Partner, Darren Richardson
Morris Hall PLLC, a premier estate planning law firm and member of the AAEPA, names new partner Darren Richardson. - August 09, 2018 - Morris Hall PLLC
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Ryan J. Adams and Jordan M. Greenberg to Its Fort Lauderdale Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Ryan J. Adams and Jordan M. Greenberg have joined the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office as Attorneys. Adams assists in handling matters related to Workers’ Compensation defense. Prior to joining Kelley Kronenberg, Adams worked... - August 09, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Alexander C. Alonso to Its Miami Lakes Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Alexander C. Alonso has joined the firm’s Miami Lakes office as an Attorney. Alonso assists in handling matters related to Workers’ Compensation defense. Prior to joining the firm, Alonso worked as a Management &... - August 08, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
Michael Lehnert Named Chair of the Lee County Board of Big Brothers Big Sisters
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Michael Lehnert has been named Chair of the Lee County Board of Big Brothers Big Sisters (“BBBS”). Lehnert was a Big Brother for about two years and joined the Lee County BBBS Board in... - August 08, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Jeff Hunt Expert Witness Trusted by 25 Houston Law Firms Has a New Website
With over 20 years of experience in the construction business, Jeff Hunt has made a name for himself as an expert witness in dispute cases around the Houston area for close to a decade, and he’s ready for a new presence on the web. - August 06, 2018 - Jeff Hunt
Veteran Business Litigation Lawyer Dennis S. Klein Joins Kelley Kronenberg’s Miami Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Dennis S. Klein has joined the firm’s Miami office as a Partner. Klein focuses his practice on business litigation, including director and officer liability, real estate and contractual disputes, professional liability, financial... - August 04, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
Newport Beach Attorney Karren Kenney Earns CFE Credential
Karren Kenney is a premier criminal defense attorney in Newport Beach, California who specializes in White Collar Crime Defense and handles all types of fraud related cases including healthcare fraud, insurance fraud, investment fraud, employee fraud, corporate fraud and others. Ms. Kenney was just awarded the highly sought after fraud examiner certification by the Association of Certified Fraud Specialists (ACFE). - August 03, 2018 - Kenney Legal Defense Corporation
Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. of Dallas, Texas has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of law. About Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. Mary Jo McCurley has over 35 years experience in the... - August 03, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Counsellors Title Agency Enhances Closing Services for New Jersey Attorneys Through Its Attorney Settlement Assistance Program™
The Improved ASAP Service Delivers Dedicated Processors and Closers to NJ Real Estate Attorneys - August 02, 2018 - Counsellors Title Agency, Inc.
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Quentin Stupski to Its Tallahassee Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Quentin (Tod) Stupski has joined the firm’s Tallahassee office as an Attorney. Stupski assists in handling matters related to Workers’ Compensation defense and Appeals. He possesses more than 20 years of experience handling... - August 02, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
Restorative Justice Based Attorney Will Conduct Workshop at International Restorative Justice Conference
Attorney Brenda Waugh will share her experiences in developing a way to practice law that brings the values and principles of restorative justice at an upcoming conference in St. Paul, Minnesota. - August 02, 2018 - Brenda Waugh
The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association Announces the Honorable William J. Bennett as the 2019 Conference Keynote Speaker
The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) has announced its 2019 Conference and Trade Show will be held at Wyndham Hotel, San Antonio River Walk, Texas, March 26-29, 2019. NDASA is also pleased to announce that the Keynote Speaker for the Conference will be the Honorable William J. - August 01, 2018 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
Ken Epstein, Investment Manager and Legal Counsel, Bentham IMF to Speak at TKG’s Restructuring and Bankruptcy: Latest Trends and Developments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ken Epstein, Investment Manager and Legal Counsel, Bentham IMF will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Restructuring and... - August 01, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Mary Cushing Doherty Receives the Eric Turner Memorial Award from the PBA
High Swartz partner, Mary Cushing Doherty was honored last week at the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section Summer with the prestigious Eric Turner Memorial Award. - August 01, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
Kahana & Feld Adds Insurance Defense Partner and Expands to Arizona
Kahana & Feld LLP is pleased to announce that Courtney A. Winzeler, Esq. has joined the firm as a Partner in the construction/real estate, insurance defense, and general liability practice groups. Winzeler practices in the States of California and Arizona and will be opening Kahana &... - July 31, 2018 - Kahana Feld
Pennsylvania Workers' Comp Law Firm, Cardamone Law, Opens Allentown, PA Office
Cardamone Law, LLC, a well known Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Law Firm for injured workers, opens office in Allentown to better serve Lehigh Valley clients. - July 31, 2018 - Cardamone Law, LLC
Bringing Good Cheer to Flint - Flint Town “Back to School” Carnival
The National Clean Water Collective (NCWC), Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, NorthStar Social Justice Law Group and Darley are excited to host the Flint Town “Back to School” Carnival being held at the Berston Field House, 3300 North Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48505 on August 4, 2018 from... - July 30, 2018 - Napoli Shkolnik PLLC
Former Intelligence Community Inspector General I. Charles McCullough, III Joins Compass Rose Legal Group as Partner
I. Charles McCullough III, former Intelligence Community Inspector General appointed by President Barack Obama, has joined Compass Rose Legal Group, PLLC as Partner. This is a significant milestone for the firm, now one of the premiere boutique security clearance, federal employment, and national... - July 30, 2018 - Compass Rose Legal Group, PLLC
Workman Law Office, PA Named One of the Top 20 Criminal Defense Law Firms in Jacksonville, Florida
Workman Law Office, PA has been named one of the Top 20 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Jacksonville, Florida for 2018 by Expertise, LLC, an internet-based company that vets service providers nationwide using an algorithm designed to objectively identify only the best. To determine this... - July 28, 2018 - Workman Law Office, PA
Four Henderson Franklin Attorneys Honored as Florida Trend Magazine's 2018 Legal Elite
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorneys Amanda Barritt, Thomas Gunderson, Russell Schropp and Robert Shearman were named to the 2018 Florida Trend Magazine's Legal Elite.® To compile the list, Florida Trend asked actively practicing Florida attorneys... - July 28, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Atlanta Litigation Attorney Discusses Rights of a Minority Shareholder
The Atlanta litigation attorney at KPPB Law released a blog discussing the right of a minority shareholder within a C corporation. - July 28, 2018 - KPPB LAW
JURISolutions Acquires Legal Executive Search Firm Link Legal Search Group
JURISolutions, Inc. (JSL), an award-winning legal services firm, has acquired Link Legal Search Group, a Texas-based legal executive search firm, as a strategic piece of the new full-service executive search division of JSL. Link Legal Search Group, which focuses on retained legal search services... - July 27, 2018 - JURISolutions, Inc.
Kory George Named Fellow of Construction Lawyers Society of America
Woods & Aitken LLP is proud to announce that Kory George has been selected as a Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America (CLSA), an exclusive construction law honorary society. George, a partner in the firm’s Construction Law Practice Group, practices out of the firm’s... - July 27, 2018 - Woods Aitken LLP
William P. Bowden, Director, Ashby & Geddes to Speak at TKG’s Restructuring and Bankruptcy: Latest Trends and Developments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that William P. Bowden, Director, Ashby & Geddes will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Restructuring and Bankruptcy: Latest... - July 27, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Partner Regina Franco Murphey and Attorney Jacob S. Slotin to Its Fort Lauderdale Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Regina Franco Murphey has joined the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office as a Partner and Jacob (Jake) S. Slotin has joined as an Attorney. Murphey focuses her practice on all aspects of liability and casualty defense. She represents a... - July 27, 2018 - Kelley Kronenberg
Naples Attorney Beth Vogelsang Named Chair of Henderson Franklin's Family Law Department
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Beth Vogelsang is the new Chair of the firm’s Family Law Department, a role that David Sims has held since 2005. With over 30 years’ experience in the courtroom, Vogelsang represents clients in all... - July 26, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Sunter Accepted Into ACTEC Educational Program
Farr Law Firm is proud to announce that partner Will W. Sunter has been accepted into the 2018-19 ACTEC class for the Florida Fellows Institute. - July 26, 2018 - Farr Law Firm
Mary Cushing Doherty and Melissa M. Boyd Lead Sessions at the Pennsylvania Bar Association
High Swartz partners from the firm’s Family Law practice, Mary Cushing Doherty, and Melissa M. Boyd led sessions at the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Summer Meeting on July 12th through the 15th in Hershey. Ms. Doherty was a speaker on the panel “Drafting Agreements in the... - July 26, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
International Law Firm Merritz Hosts the First of a Series of Round Table Discussions on Arbitration in Uzbekistan
Merritz International Law Firm hosted the first of a series of round table discussions with the presence of the representatives from the ministries, government organizations, leading law firms and legal practitioners. The discussions included the matters related to the future of arbitration in Uzbekistan, the draft arbitration law “On international commercial arbitration” and the establishment of the Tashkent international arbitration center in Uzbekistan, amongst many other topics. - July 25, 2018 - Merritz Law Firm in Uzbekistan
Won Mega Millions? Lottery Lawyer Offers 5 First Steps
With the Mega Millions jackpot at $512 million, now is the perfect time to know what steps to take in case you win. Jason M. Kurland, known as The Lottery Lawyer, shares the following five tips for winners. - July 24, 2018 - Rivkin Radler LLP
“Fifty Shades of Black and White”: New Book Details Lawsuit Behind Publishing Phenomenon, “Fifty Shades of Grey”
Mike Farris and Jennifer Pedroza recount the scandal, treachery, and betrayal behind the publishing of one of the most lucrative juggernauts in publishing history. - July 23, 2018 - Mike Farris and Jennifer Pedroza
Following ZTE’s Commerce Department Ban Lift, Chief Compliance Officer and Legal Counsel ZTE USA Joins Defence Exports Speaker Line-up
New speaker Matt Bell, Chief Compliance Officer & Legal Counsel for ZTE USA is set to present on "How to do business with the US" at Defence Exports 2018. - July 23, 2018 - SAE Media Group
49th Street Bail Bonds Welcomes Newest Intern to Bail Bond Agency
Clearwater, Florida Bail Bonds Agency Hires Intern. - July 23, 2018 - 49th Street Bail Bonds
Atlanta Corporate Governance Attorney Discusses the LLC Formation Process
An Atlanta corporate governance attorney at KPPB Law recently released a blog explaining the benefits of hiring a corporate governance attorney to guide business owners through the LLC formation process. An LLC, or limited liability company, is a simpler version of a corporation that provides... - July 23, 2018 - KPPB LAW
Digitory Legal Joins Global Legal Blockchain Consortium
Digitory Legal announced today that it has joined the Global Legal Blockchain Consortium (GLBC), an organization that is bringing together stakeholders across the legal industry to create standards for governance of the use of blockchain in law. Members include over 30 large companies, law firms,... - July 21, 2018 - Digitory Legal
Petro Cohen Law Firm and Kids’ Chance of New Jersey Announce 2018-2019 Scholarship Recipient
For the fifth consecutive year, the law firm of Petro Cohen Petro Matarazzo has partnered with Kids’ Chance of New Jersey (KCNJ) to award a student with financial hardship a “Doctorate Degree” scholarship. The scholarship benefits young adults who have endured financial burdens due to the loss or serious injury of a parent during a workplace accident. The 2018-2019 scholarship recipient is once again South Amboy, NJ resident and NJIT student, Scott Kwiatek. - July 20, 2018 - Petro Cohen, P.C.
The White Law Group Announces the Filing of a FINRA Arbitration Claim Against Kovack Securities
FINRA Claim Alleges Unsuitable Investing in High-risk Penny Stocks. - July 19, 2018 - The White Law Group, LLC