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Badger Applauds Hawaii’s Ban of Reef Harming Sunscreens
Maker of people and planet-friendly mineral sunscreens and other organic personal care products joins eleven safe sunscreen brands in supporting the ban and raising public awareness. - May 25, 2018 - W.S. Badger Company
ICERTIAS Introduces New EU Educational and Promotional Project: GDPR Stars
With the new EU privacy protection legislation coming into effect, the renowned international organization ICERTIAS presented today an entirely new educational and promotional program and seal - “GDPR Stars.” - May 25, 2018 - ICERTIAS
10 High Swartz Attorneys Named Among PA Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
High Swartz LLP, a full-service law firm with offices in Norristown and Doylestown, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce that 10 of its attorneys have been named among Pennsylvania’s 2018 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. The High Swartz attorneys named Super Lawyers, and the practice areas... - May 25, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
Harvey Law Group Leads the Way in Advising Filipino and Expatriate Families on Overseas Education
Many Asian parents have an interest in educating their children overseas, as do many of the long-term expatriates who reside in the Philippines. One of HLG’s key areas of expertise is advising on immigration investment programs in order to assist with the high expense of an overseas education. - May 25, 2018 - Harvey Law Group
Henderson Franklin Welcomes J. Dudley Goodlette
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that J. Dudley Goodlette has joined the firm’s Naples office. The long-time Collier County resident devotes tremendous support to the community. Goodlette serves on the Board of Directors for the Winged Foot Scholarship... - May 24, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Caroline Devlin, Partner, Arthur Cox to Speak at TKG’s Aviation Finance and the International Tax Reform on BEPS: What You Need to Know and Do Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Caroline Devlin, Partner, Arthur Cox will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Aviation Finance and the International Tax Reform... - May 24, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson Welcomes Partner Kevin Schutte
Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson announced that Kevin T. Schutte has joined the law firm's Dallas office as a partner. Schutte’s practice focuses on general commercial and business litigation and he has particular experience representing banks and other financial institutions in a variety of matters. - May 23, 2018 - Otteson Shapiro LLP
aois21 media Partners with Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts
Alliance of local lawyers supports DC-area artists with classes and pro bono work. - May 20, 2018 - aois21 media
FDA Report on Medical Device Servicing Rightly Recognizes Need for Adoption of Quality Management Principles
Imaging manufacturers stress that congressional action still needed to protect patient safety - May 16, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
MessageSolution Presents Community Banks and Financial Organizations with Compliance Management Archiving and eDiscovery Solutions at FIS Global InfoShare 2018
For the past seven years, the Fidelity Information Service (FIS) Global has hosted MessageSolution’s award-winning advanced information archiving and electronic discovery platform for its global clients. Through this partnership, FIS Global delivers compliance archiving, eDiscovery and storage management for its financial and banking customers to achieve compliance mandates and legal discovery implementations. - May 15, 2018 - MazeArt Fondation
Bauer Hockey Obtains Favorable Head Protection Technology Judgement by the Federal Court of Canada
Bauer Hockey (the company), the world’s leading hockey equipment manufacturer, announced today that the Federal Court of Canada ruled favorably in a head protection technology and patent case brought against the company by MIPS, AB, a Swedish company. The court determined, contrary to... - May 15, 2018 - Bauer Hockey
Life Preservers Project Fundraiser to Benefit Survivors of Human Trafficking
9th Annual Summer Art Auction and Benefit raises awareness and funds to help combat human trafficking and the exploitation of women and girls. - May 15, 2018 - Life Preservers Project
Chinese Pharma Growth Stabilizes Amid Deepening Healthcare and Drug Regulatory Reform
WiCON International Group LLC, the publisher of well-known WiCON | Pharma China (www.pharmachinaonline.com), announced that it will officially publish its China Pharmaceutical Guide 2018 (13th Edition) in August 2018. According to the publication, quoting latest data from SMEI, the size of... - May 10, 2018 - WiCON International Group LLC
Everbrite, LLC Disclaims Affiliation with “Ever Brite” Solar Light Linked to Series of House Fires
Several recent reports have tied a series of residential fires to an outdoor solar light product marketed as “Ever Brite.” In the wake of these reports and ongoing confusion among consumers, Everbrite, LLC, a Greenfield-based manufacturer of various illuminated products, announced today... - May 09, 2018 - Everbrite LLC
Association of Legal Administrators’ Annual Conference Draws Nearly 1,000 Attendees to National Harbor’s Gaylord Convention Center
The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA) 2018 Annual Conference & Expo in National Harbor, Maryland hosted nearly 1,000 attendees, more than 160 business partners, and speakers and legal industry experts covering every aspect of the business of law. - May 09, 2018 - Association of Legal Administrators
Keith Dunn Promoted to Product Manager for the Iridium BI Product Line
Iridium Technology, a leading global provider of BI solutions for law firms, is pleased to announce the promotion of Keith Dunn to Product Manager for the entire Iridium BI product line. Keith joined Iridium Technology at the start of 2018 as a Senior BI Consultant/Developer, bringing with him... - May 08, 2018 - Iridium Technology
Rivkin Radler Recognized in Chambers USA 2018
The prestigious Chambers USA Directory has once again included Rivkin Radler LLP in its New York rankings. The firm’s Insurance Coverage Practice Group has moved from Band 4 to Band 3 in the Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer category and its Health Services Practice Group ranked in the... - May 07, 2018 - Rivkin Radler LLP
Association of Legal Administrators Announces 2018-19 Board of Directors
At its Annual Conference & Expo in National Harbor, Maryland this week, the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) inducted its Board of Directors for 2018-19. Leading the Association and serving as President for 2018-19 is April Campbell, JD, Director of Administration for McCullough Hill... - May 05, 2018 - Association of Legal Administrators
Association of Legal Administrators Using Innovation to Elevate the Legal Industry
The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA) 2018 Annual Conference & Expo is taking place in National Harbor, Maryland, from Thursday, May 3, to Sunday, May 6. This year’s event delivers some big firsts for the Association and also brings back several popular offerings from the... - May 04, 2018 - Association of Legal Administrators
William F. Kerr Appointed to the Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors
High Swartz partner, William F. Kerr, Jr. has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties, Inc. - May 03, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
Kevin T. Abikoff, Partner, Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP to Speak at TKG’s FCPA’s New Corporate Enforcement Policy: Implications to the Year Ahead Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kevin T. Abikoff, Partner, Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FCPA’s New Corporate... - May 02, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Zurica Law, Westchester's Leading Real Estate Law Firm Has 2 Big Announcements
Zurica Law is proud to announce a business relationship with Harper Robinson and also the opening of a new office in Bedford Hills, NY. - May 02, 2018 - Zurica Law
Brian King Joins Klemchuk LLP
The litigation, intellectual property, and transaction law firm of Klemchuk LLP is pleased to announce that Brian King has joined the firm as litigation Counsel. Brian King focuses on commercial and intellectual property litigation, including patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, and breach... - May 02, 2018 - Klemchuk LLP
Gregory Grant, Attorney, Shulman Rogers Gandal Pordy & Ecker, P.A. to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gregory Grant, Attorney, Shulman Rogers Gandal Pordy & Ecker, P.A. will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Independent... - May 02, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Morris Hall, AZ & NM Estate Planning Firm, Marks Milestone
Arizona and New Mexico law firm Morris Hall PLLC was honored at the annual Spring Summit hosted by the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys in Las Vegas, NV this past weekend. The conference marked the 25th Anniversary of the Academy, a national organization dedicated to promoting... - May 01, 2018 - Morris Hall PLLC
Buckfire Law Names 2018 Law School Diversity Scholarship Winner
Southfield, Michigan-based personal injury law firm announces the winner of the 2018 Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. Law School Scholarship. - April 27, 2018 - Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.
Cognia Law Announces a New Appointment to Its Consulting Services Leadership Team
Tyson Ballard joins Cognia Law's Legal Operations Management Consulting Practice. A Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and Prince II certified Project Manager, Tyson has over 12 years of experience across legal operations, leading continuous improvement and transformation programs. Having worked for... - April 25, 2018 - Cognia Law
Philadelphia Media Network Names High Swartz a Winner of the Delaware Valley 2018 Top Workplaces Award
High Swartz has been awarded a 2018 Top Workplaces honor by Philadelphia Media Network. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC (formerly WorkplaceDynamics), a leading provider of technology-based employee... - April 23, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
Blue Bell Divorce Attorney, Kate Vetrano, Joins Panel of Divorce Symposium
Blue Bell divorce attorney Kathleen Vetrano of Vetrano|Vetrano & Feinman LLC will speak at the Make Divorce Healthier Symposium 2018, which will be held on April 24th at the Normandy Farm Resort Hotel and Conference Center in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. Ms. Vetrano will co-facilitate a roundtable... - April 21, 2018 - Vetrano & Vetrano
Henderson Franklin Opens New Office in Naples, Florida
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce the opening of its new fully-staffed office in Naples at the Pelican Bay Financial Center located at 8889 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Suite 400, in Naples, Florida. The new and larger office is conveniently located off US 41/Tamiami... - April 21, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
High Swartz Welcomes New Municipal Law Attorney
Full-service law firm High Swartz LLP is pleased to announce that Kathleen M. Thomas has joined the firm’s Municipal Law practice. Kathleen brings more than twenty-five years of legal experience, and concentrates her practice in the areas of municipal law, small business and non-profit law,... - April 19, 2018 - High Swartz LLP
Global RADAR Launches New Beneficial Ownership Tool
Global RADAR has announced the launch of its latest offering aimed to make it easier for organizations to manage beneficial ownership requirements. With the looming deadline of May 11, 2018, financial institutions will soon be required to comply with FinCEN’s Customer Due Diligence (CDD)... - April 18, 2018 - Global RADAR
Monterey College of Law Announces New Hybrid Online J.D. Degree Program
Monterey College of Law (MCL) has announced a new hybrid J.D. law degree that will allow students to complete up to 70% of their law school curriculum online. As an accredited law school, MCL received approval from the State Bar of California Committee of Bar Examiners to initiate the new degree... - April 18, 2018 - Monterey College of Law
Menlo Group Commercial Real Estate Announces Sale of Multi-Million Dollar Office Space
Menlo Group Commercial Real Estate announces successful sale of multi-million dollar office space in Mesa, Arizona. - April 17, 2018 - Menlo Group Commercial Real Estate
Attorney Rehabilitation Group, LLC (ARG) Secures $5 Million in Funding
Attorney Rehabilitation Group, LLC (ARG), an internet marketing company specifically for attorneys, has received substantial funding commitments. The funding validates the Company’s proprietary system for attorney online reputation management (ORM), and enables the company to expand IT resources. - April 16, 2018 - Attorney Rehabilitation Group, LLC
Clearwater, Florida Bail Bonds Agency Donates to Pinellas County Law Enforcement
49th Street Bail Bonds Supports the Fraternal Order of Police Pinellas Deputies Lodge #43. - April 16, 2018 - 49th Street Bail Bonds
49th Street Bail Bonds Supports Local Humane Society
Clearwater, Florida Bail Bonds Agency Donates to Humane Society of Pinellas - April 16, 2018 - 49th Street Bail Bonds
Atlanta Law Firm Explains Construction Law in 2018
KPPB Law, an Atlanta construction law firm, released a blog explaining the current state of construction law in 2018. - April 13, 2018 - KPPB LAW
Intuz Collaborated with a Reputed Law Firm, to Deliver eCommerce Platform for Legal Practices
Expanding its roots to multiple industry domains, Intuz has recently partnered with a law and legal practices firm from California for transforming the traffic ticket dismissal help. The firm was looking forward to implement/adopt information technology for digitally expanding its business... - April 13, 2018 - Intuz
Walter J. Adams, Jr. of Berkley Alliance Managers to Discuss Trends in Construction Litigation at DRI Construction Law Seminar
Walter J. Adams, Jr., vice president and senior claims examiner at Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, will discuss the latest Trends in Construction Litigation at the DRI Construction Law Seminar to be held April 25 – 27, 2018 at the Hilton Nashville Downtown in Nashville,... - April 12, 2018 - Berkley Alliance Managers
SaGo Announces One-Click Legal Hold Integration with Google Vault
SaGo.ai, a leading provider of smarter compliance and information governance software, releases the first legal hold solution to be fully integrated with Google Vault for one-click preservation compliance. - April 12, 2018 - SaGo.ai Inc.
Grasford W. Smith Recognized by NYU LACA with Rising Star Award
Jones, Foster, Johnston & Stubbs, P.A. is pleased to announce that the NYU Law Alumni of Color Association (LACA) has recognized litigation shareholder, Grasford Smith, as a 40 Under 40 Rising Star at the organization’s 2018 Spring Dinner on April 6 due to his outstanding accomplishments... - April 12, 2018 - Jones Foster
Timoney Knox Announces Students’ Rights, an Expansion of Its Education Law Practice
Students' Rights at Timoney Knox represents parents of special needs children. The Pennsylvania law firm helps parents navigate special education rights, school discipline, school discrimination, IEPs and more. The firm has over 60 years of experience in education law and maintains a close relationship with schools in order to better serve its clients. - April 11, 2018 - Students' Rights
Owl.ai Rebrands as SaGo.ai: Smarter Compliance, Investigations & Information Governance
Owl.ai rebrands as SaGo.ai, a solution provider that enables companies to efficiently streamline compliance processes through automation. - April 10, 2018 - SaGo.ai Inc.
Morae Global Announces New Midwest Director Chuki Obiyo
Morae Global is pleased to announce and welcome Chuki Obiyo as Midwest Director and Executive Advisor. Chuki will help manage the firm’s business development efforts across the U.S. Midwest Region, and he will be responsible for cultivating new client relationships and creating customized... - April 09, 2018 - Morae Global
Ruskin Moscou Faltischek Managing Partner Adam Silvers Named to Long Island Press "Power List" for 2018
Ruskin Moscou Faltischek P.C., announced today that Managing Partner Adam Silvers has been identified as one of the Top 50 Influential Long Islanders by the Long Island Press. The publication’s annual “Power List,” determined by Long Island Press writers and editors, recognizes... - April 07, 2018 - Ruskin Moscou Faltischek P.C.
UNEDA Files Brief in Sales Tax Supreme Court Case
The United Network Equipment Dealer Association (UNEDA) Board unanimously votes to fund an Amicus Brief with The Owners' Rights Initiative to the US Supreme Court in the South Dakota v. Wayfair case set to have hearings April 17th 2018. - April 06, 2018 - UNEDA
Paul F. White Ph.D. Partner, Resolution Economics Group LLC to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Paul F. White Ph.D., Partner, Resolution Economics Group LLC will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Pay Equity in 2018: Latest... - April 06, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Henderson Franklin Welcomes Southwest Florida Native Spencer Shaw
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Spencer Shaw has joined the firm’s Workers’ Compensation Division. Shaw is a native of Southwest Florida, graduating from Naples High School (2008), Florida Gulf Coast University (B.S., 2012) and Ave... - April 05, 2018 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Farr Law Firm Opens New Sarasota Office
Adding to their locations in Punta Gorda and Venice, Farr Law Firm’s third office is located at 7244 S. Beneva Road in Sarasota, Florida near Palmer Ranch. The firm will use this new office to more conveniently serve the communities of Southwest Florida. - April 05, 2018 - Farr Law Firm