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Spohrer Dodd is a Proud Sponsor of Southern Legal Counsel’s 40th Anniversary Celebration
Morris Dees, founder of the Southern Poverty Law Center, will be keynote speaker. - October 21, 2017 - Spohrer & Dodd
Vicki Sproat to be Honored as Trial Lawyer of the Year
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Vicki Sproat will be honored as “Trial Lawyer of the Year” at the November 2 annual judicial dinner of the Southwest Florida Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). The criteria for... - October 19, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
The Rodman Law Group Announces Sponsorship of Crypto Cannabis Conference
3rd Annual Crypto Cannabis Conference to Offer Insight into Two Industries that are Growing Faster than any Other Sector - October 21, 2017 at 12pm at Bar Standard in Denver. - October 18, 2017 - The Rodman Law Group, LLC
Attorney Grant Gisondo, Esq. Hosts New Talk Shows
Attorney Grant Gisondo, Esq. Hosts New Talk Shows on radio stations “South Florida’s 95.9 The Palm” and 900AM “The Talk of the Palm Beaches.” This is a great opportunity for anyone needing information and answers to Family Law questions. - October 18, 2017 - The Law offices of Grant J. Gisondo P.A.
New Legal Software, LawFlare, Illuminates Unknown Client Backgrounds & Makes Jury Selection a Snap
LawFlare’s deep-search algorithm compile this information in minutes, it’s sleek layout makes organizing, documenting and analyzing it all a breeze. Lawyers can quickly combine a candidate’s online data with other critical details, compile jury shortlists, enter win/loss histories for each case and, impressively, use LawFlare’s powerful Advanced Case Analytics to chart and track patterns useful in maintaining win rates. - October 17, 2017 - LawFlare, LLC.
Marc Ian Snyderman, Esq. Announces Formation of Snyderman Law Group, PC
Marc Ian Snyderman, Esq. announced today the formation of Snyderman Law Group, PC, a multi-service law firm serving businesses and business owners by providing outside general counsel services, real estate law and general corporate matters all with a business perspective. Snyderman is a former... - October 16, 2017 - Snyderman Law Group, PC
Law Student Whose Father Was Diagnosed with Blood Cancer Receives 2017 Leukemia & Lymphoma Awareness Scholarship from the Law Office of Renkin & Associates
Encinitas-based Law Office Supports Blood Cancer Awareness Month, Assists Law Students with Financial Support. - October 16, 2017 - Law Office of Renkin & Associates
Brewster Rawls Quoted in USA Today Article, VA Conceals Mistakes at VAMC in Maine
A disturbing article was released by USA Today and it shed light on the grim discoveries that have been reported at one of the nations oldest VA Medical Centers. At the center of this article is a seasoned podiatrist, Thomas Franchini, who USA Today calls “dangerous.” There are 88 cases... - October 15, 2017 - Rawls Law Group
Digital DNA's Rocket Cloud Showcased at the 4th World Litigation Forum
Digital DNA’s Rocket Cloud, was showcased as part of the 4th World Litigation Forum 2017 - Silicon Valley on October 11, 2017 in San Jose, CA. Rocket Cloud’s technology was an example of how emerging technologies impact the litigation process to attendees from China, Italy, Nigeria,... - October 14, 2017 - Digital DNA
Mariner Graduate Dillon McColgan Joins Henderson Franklin's Litigation Team
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Dillon McColgan has joined the firm’s Tort & Insurance Litigation division. He returns to the firm after serving as a Summer Associate in 2016. McColgan focuses his practice in premises... - October 14, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Attorney Helen C. Hsu to Its West Palm Beach Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Helen C. Hsu has joined the firm’s West Palm Beach office as an attorney. Ms. Hsu assists in handling matters related to Workers’ Compensation defense. Prior to joining Kelley Kronenberg, Ms. Hsu owned and operated her own... - October 13, 2017 - Kelley Kronenberg
Cognia Law Takes the Next Step in "Redefining the Provision of Alternative Legal Services" – Adding Another Law Firm Wrapped Model to Its Managed Legal Services
Cognia Law, a next-generation provider of legal, compliance, risk management and resourcing services headquartered in London, is delighted to formally announce the addition of another law‑firm‑wrapped model to the managed legal services offered to clients through a partnership with... - October 13, 2017 - Cognia Law
Florida Bankruptcy Expert Luis Rivera Honored by American Bankruptcy Institute
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Luis E. Rivera II has been selected to the American Bankruptcy Institute’s (“ABI”) Inaugural “40 Under 40” class, which recognizes 40 of the nation’s top insolvency professionals... - October 13, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Top Business Evaluator Bruce Richman Keynotes at Legal Seminar at Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving
The next installment of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series hosted by the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd., will be held Wednesday, October 18, at 6 p.m. at 19 S. Lasalle St. in Chicago, Illinois. The lecture will be moderated by internationally renowned... - October 13, 2017 - Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd.
EnerKnol Partners with RateAcuity, Advancing Transformation of U.S. Energy Intelligence
EnerKnol Platform adds extensive electricity rate information from RateAcuity, building on largest collection of U.S. energy policy data in the world. EnerKnol, Inc., creator of the world's most comprehensive digital Platform for tracking U.S. energy policy, has teamed up with leading data firm RateAcuity™ to provide seamless access to electric rates in response to growing demand from trade groups, consultants, law firms, and utilities, among others. - October 12, 2017 - EnerKnol, Inc.
49th Street Bail Bonds Educates Consumers on Background Checks When Hiring
Clearwater, Florida Bail Bond Agency Launches Newest Online Guide. - October 12, 2017 - 49th Street Bail Bonds
“Relativity Analytics Specialist” Recognition Earned by Yitzy Nissenbaum, Esq.
One of vdiscovery's Project Managers has been awarded "Relativity Analytics Specialist" by Relativity. - October 12, 2017 - vdiscovery
Kelley Kronenberg Welcomes Janice M. Rickert and Blane R. Wheeley to Its Tampa Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Janice M. Rickert and Blane R. Wheeley have joined the firm’s Tampa office. Ms. Rickert, who joins as a Partner, focuses her practice on Workers’ Compensation defense and has experience advising clients in Premises... - October 11, 2017 - Kelley Kronenberg
Harvey Law Group Named Global Representative of the Development Support Program of the Republic of Vanuatu
Multinational immigration law firm Harvey Law Group (HLG) has been named the first global representative of the Development Support Program (DSP) of the Republic of Vanuatu, a program that offers individuals the opportunity to obtain a Second Citizenship in a tax-free member state of this State of The Commonwealth. - October 09, 2017 - Harvey Law Group
Jersey City Lawyer, Santo Artusa Voted Among Best Lawyers for Families in 2017 by NJ Magazine and Superb by AVVO
New Jersey Divorce and Family Law Attorney has been named as one of the Best Lawyers for Families in 2017, Super Lawyers Rising Star, Superb by AVVO, Top 100 Trial Lawyers for his work in family law and divorce in New Jersey. - October 09, 2017 - Artusa Law Firm-Santo Artusa Reviews
49th Street Bail Bonds Launches Post Hurricane Consumer Protection Guide
Clearwater, Florida Bail Bonds Office Offers Tips to Protect Homes and Property From Scam Artists. - October 06, 2017 - 49th Street Bail Bonds
Keith Campbell, Attorney, Mueting, Raasch & Gebhardt, 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 Keith Campbell, Attorney, Mueting, Raasch & Gebhardt, P.A. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Best Strategies and... - October 06, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
CrowdReviews Partners with acm Events to Announce the 2nd Annual Future Police Technology UAE Conference
Hosted under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Interior. - October 06, 2017 - CrowdReviews.com
Nicholas A. Zachariades, Special Counsel, Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC 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 Nicholas A. Zachariades, Special Counsel, Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - October 05, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Software Enhancements and Platform-User Incentive Announced from SimpleLaw
SimpleLaw, an innovative provider of software and related services for attorneys and their clients, has announced the addition of several new enhancements to its intuitive online platform. SimpleLaw also announced a platform-user incentive for attorneys to try the software. - October 04, 2017 - SimpleLaw
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Business Immigration Law
TKG, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled Business Immigration Under the New Administration: Remarkable Trends, Developments and Legal Issues in 2017. This event is scheduled on October 25, 2017 @ 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (ET) - October 04, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Ez-XBRL Announces Support for IFRS and Inline XBRL Filings
Ez-XBRL Solutions, Inc. announced today that its products and services have been enhanced to enable foreign filers that use the International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) to file their financial statements and related disclosures with the SEC using the IFRS XBRL taxonomy. Ez-XBRL also... - October 03, 2017 - Ez-XBRL Solutions, Inc.
Kurt Briscoe, Member, Norris McLaughlin & Marcus P.A to Speak at TKG’s Best Strategies and Practical Tips in Overcoming Biotech Patent Eligibility Rejections Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kurt G. Briscoe, Member, Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Best Strategies and... - October 03, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Steven M. Bull, Senior VP & Consulting Actuary, Stanley, Hunt, DuPree & Rhine to Speak at TKG’s Pension Plan De-Risking: Trends and Developments in 2018 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Steven M. Bull, Senior Vice President, Consulting Actuary, Stanley, Hunt, DuPree & Rhine will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - October 03, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Charles H. Cole Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Charles H. Cole, of Chicago, Illinois has recently been recognized as a Top 10 Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. - September 30, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Mark D. Wincek, Partner, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP to Speak at TKG’s Pension Plan De-Risking: Trends and Developments in 2018 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark D. Wincek, Partner, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Pension Plan De-Risking:... - September 30, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Bad-Faith Claims
TKG, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled Bad-Faith Claims and Its Impact on Insurance Companies. This event is scheduled on 10/19/2017 from 12PM to 1:30PM (ET). - September 29, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Michael Moline, Attorney, Lommen Abdo, P.A. to Speak at TKG’s Bad-Faith Claims and Its Impact on Insurance Companies Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael Moline, Attorney, Lommen Abdo, P.A.will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Bad-Faith Claims and Its Impact on Insurance Companies Live Webcast.” This event is scheduled for Thursday, October 19, 2017 @ 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (ET). - September 29, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Henderson Franklin Welcomes Land Use Expert Jeff Wright
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Jeff Wright has joined the firm’s Land Use & Environmental Law division. He will practice out of the firm’s Bonita Springs office and will focus on land use matters in both Collier... - September 29, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Celesq® Announces October 2017 CLE: Legal Ethics; Data Security, Technology Law; Estate Planning, Asset Protection; Employment Law; IP; Corporate, White Collar Law
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for October 2017: Ethics and Cybersecurity: A Lawyer’s Professional Obligations under New ABA Formal Opinion 477R, Opinion 99-413, and the ABA Model Rules (2739) Live web cast: October 5, 2017 (12:00 noon ET) David Zetoony... - September 28, 2017 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Aaron D. French, Shareholder, Sandberg Phoenix & Von Gontard P.C. to Speak at TKG’s Bad-Faith Claims and Its Impact on Insurance Companies Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Aaron D. French, Shareholder, Sandberg Phoenix & Von Gontard P.C. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Bad-Faith Claims and Its Impact on Insurance Companies Live Webcast.” This event is scheduled for Thursday, October 19, 2017 @ 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (ET) - September 28, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Nelson C. Bellido, Partner, ROIG Lawyers to Speak at TKG’s Bad-Faith Claims and Its Impact on Insurance Companies Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Nelson C. Bellido, Partner, ROIG Lawyers will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Bad-Faith Claims and Its Impact on Insurance Companies Live Webcast.” This event is scheduled for Thursday, October 19, 2017 @ 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (ET) - September 28, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Robert L. Collings, Partner, Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s TSCA's New Amendments to the Inventory Rule
Robert L. Collings, Partner, Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s TSCA's New Amendments to the Inventory Rule: Are You Ready for What Lies Ahead? Live Webcast - September 28, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
FINRA Panel Finds Kentucky-Based Brokerage Firm Hilliard Lyons Liable for Damages to Illinois Couple Represented by Oakes & Fosher LLC
FINRA Panel Awards Marion, Illinois Couple Compensatory and Punitive Damages Against Hilliard Lyons for Concentrated Investment in Breitburn Energy Stock. - September 27, 2017 - Oakes & Fosher, LLC
John McGahren, Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Webcast
John McGahren, Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s TSCA's New Amendments to the Inventory Rule: Are You Ready for What Lies Ahead? Live Webcast - September 27, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Ez-XBRL Receives Patent for Structured and Unstructured Data Analytics
Ez-XBRL Solutions, Inc. announces the issuance of a third patent by the US Patent Office. This is an additional patent awarded to the company’s earlier patent for a system that facilitates associating structured and unstructured data. The company's Contexxia product utilizes these algorithms to provide unique insights into both structured data, such as XBRL, and unstructured data. - September 25, 2017 - Ez-XBRL Solutions, Inc.
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on TSCA's New Amendments to the Inventory Rule: Are You Ready for What Lies Ahead? Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “TSCA's New Amendments to the Inventory Rule: Are You Ready for What Lies Ahead? Live Webcast.” This event... - September 25, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Kelley Kronenberg Attorney Jacqueline Costoya Appointed Assistant Chair of The Junior League’s 2018 Riverwalk Run
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse business law firm, announced that Attorney Jacqueline Costoya has been appointed as Assistant Chair of the 2018 Riverwalk Run. This annual event is hosted by the Junior League of Greater Fort Lauderdale, with all proceeds from the event benefitting the... - September 23, 2017 - Kelley Kronenberg
Edward J. Grewach, General Counsel, Missouri Gaming Commission to Speak at TKG’s Updates and Developments in Gambling Laws and Regulations
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Edward J. Grewach, General Counsel, Missouri Gaming Commission will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Updates and Developments... - September 23, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Attorney Michelle Ator Inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers
Michelle Ator of Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL), one of the premier legal organizations in North America. She is only the fourth woman in Arkansas to achieve this accomplishment since the organization’s inception in... - September 22, 2017 - Friday, Eldredge & Clark
Jeffery Leving Features Chicago Judicial Candidate Peter Gonzalez on CAN-TV
Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 7:30pm (CDT) on Channel 21, preeminent Fathers’ Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving will feature Cook County Judicial Candidate Peter Michael Gonzalez to discuss his candidacy for the March 20, 2018 election. Peter Michael Gonzalez is a first generation Cuban,... - September 22, 2017 - Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd.
Michael J. Amthor, Esq., Selected for Esteemed Lawyers of America
A leading California advocate for families and children has been selected for admission to the Esteemed Lawyers of America. For more than two decades, Brentwood family law attorney Michael J. Amthor has provided exceptional legal services to clients in Brentwood and throughout Contra Costa County,... - September 21, 2017 - Esteemed Lawyers of America
Jeffery Leving Features Top Chicago Transplant Surgeon on CAN-TV
Chicago Counterpoint TV host and world-renowned Fathers’ Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving will be joined by Chicago hair transplant surgeon Dr. William Yates, this Thursday September 21, 2017, at 7:30 P.M. (CDT) on CAN-TV’s Ch. 21. Chicago Counterpoint TV provides crucial legal... - September 21, 2017 - Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd.
NACCE & Michelson 20MM Expand Intellectual Property Curriculum to Community Colleges
Starting today, six community colleges, plus lead college, Santa Monica College, will participate in the IP curriculum program made possible through a partnership of NACCE, the nation’s leading organization focused on promoting entrepreneurship through community colleges, and Michelson 20MM, which supports and invests in leading-edge entrepreneurs, technologies and initiatives with the potential to improve postsecondary access, affordability and efficacy. - September 20, 2017 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
MDO Partners’ Richard Montes de Oca Joins University of Miami School of Law Faculty
MDO Partners is proud to announce Managing Partner Richard Montes de Oca will be joining the distinguished faculty of the University of Miami School of Law. He will begin this new role in the Fall 2017 semester serving as an Adjunct Professor, Transactional Externship, teaching Contract Drafting,... - September 20, 2017 - MDO Partners