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Robert N. Michaelson, Attorney, Rich Michaelson Magaliff Moser, LLP to Speak at TKG’s Recent Developments in Bankruptcy Law Webcast
Robert N. Michaelson, Attorney, Rich Michaelson Magaliff Moser, LLP to Speak at TKG’s Recent Developments in Bankruptcy Law: Navigating the Chapter 11 Landscape in 2017 Live Webcast - September 02, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Lindsey Fisher, Director, Stout to Speak at TKG’s Determining Reasonable Royalty Damages: Fundamentals, Methodologies, and Key Issues Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Lindsey Fisher, Director, Stout will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Determining Reasonable Royalty Damages: Fundamentals,... - September 02, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Fort Myers Attorney Traci McKee Honored as One of Southwest Florida's Top 40 Under 40
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Attorney Traci McKee was selected as one of Gulfshore Business magazine’s 40 Under 40. The 40 Under 40 list honors local young professionals who have distinguished themselves in their professions and in... - September 01, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Mark N. Parry, Partner, Moses & Singer to Speak at TKG’s Recent Developments in Bankruptcy Law Webcast
Mark N. Parry, Partner, Moses & Singer to Speak at TKG’s Recent Developments in Bankruptcy Law: Navigating the Chapter 11 Landscape in 2017 Live Webcast - September 01, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Richard Goldman, Senior Legal Content Specialist, Debtwire to Speak at TKG’s Recent Developments in Bankruptcy Law Webcast
Richard Goldman, Senior Legal Content Specialist, Debtwire to Speak at TKG’s Recent Developments in Bankruptcy Law: Navigating the Chapter 11 Landscape in 2017 Live Webcast - September 01, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Sr. Counsel James S. Brady, Esq. Recognized on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sr. Counsel James S. Brady, Esq. of Grand Rapids, Michigan was recognized on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City on July 19, 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of law. About Sr. - August 29, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Attorney Evan Chadwick Successfully Completes Drug Recognition Expert Training
Attorney Chadwick completes Drug Recognition Expert Training to further his knowledge base in defending Vermont DUI criminal charges. - August 29, 2017 - Chadwick Law
National Bar Association President Issues Statement on President Trump’s Pardon of Former Sheriff Joseph Arpaio
"By granting this pardon Trump has undermined the rule of law, pandered to hate, impugned the integrity of the judiciary, and confirmed what people of good conscience can no longer deny." -National Bar Association President Juan Thomas - August 27, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Henderson Franklin Welcomes Paul Shuman to Business & Tax Division
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Paul Shuman has joined the firm as an attorney in the Business & Tax Division. Shuman devotes his practice to assist clients with business transactions and tax matters. More specifically, he analyzes the... - August 27, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Texas Attorney Sharon Reuler Appointed to State Bar Section Committee
Dallas-based real estate attorney Sharon Reuler is a charter member of the select Common Interest Ownership Committee. - August 27, 2017 - Sharon Reuler, PC
Cognia Law Makes New Appointments, Including Market-Leading Financial Services Lawyer, Justin Ridl, as Global Head of Legal Services
Cognia Law, a next-generation provider of legal, compliance and risk management services headquartered in London, has announced the appointment of Justin Ridl as Global Head of Legal Services, along with the appointment of Michelle Rothuysen and Arianne Vanden Berghe to Cognia Law’s... - August 25, 2017 - Cognia Law
Kathie W. Condon is Named Professional of the Year by the International Association of Who’s Who
Kathie W. Condon of Hoover, Alabama is recognized by the International Assoc. of Who’s Who for exemplary achievements in the field of Medical Legal Consulting. - August 25, 2017 - International Association of Who's Who
Family Court Frustration Leads to Billboard in New Orleans
An anonymous mother pays for billboard in New Orleans in an effort to educate Family Court judges on Cluster B personality disorders such as narcissistic personality disorder. - August 24, 2017 - One Mom's Battle
Cachet Financial Services Enjoys Rising Profile
Fast-Growing ACH Firm Makes Google's First Page of Results in Wake of Trademark Dispute - August 23, 2017 - Cachet Financial Services
Lilian D. Hoats, Esq., Selected for Esteemed Lawyers of America
One of Los Angeles’ premiere family law and divorce attorneys, Lilian Demonteverde Hoats has nearly 25 years of legal experience in southern California, and more importantly, hundreds of satisfied clients. Today, in honor of her many professional achievements and her dedicated commitment to... - August 23, 2017 - Esteemed Lawyers of America
Cindy Barton is Presented the Award of Distinction by the International Assoc. of Who’s Who
Cindy Barton of Vernal, Utah, recognized by the International Assoc. of Who’s Who for exemplary achievements in the field of Law. - August 23, 2017 - International Association of Who's Who
Jim Peddle Has Joined the International Business Brokers Association, Inc. (IBBA.Org)
Playbook Advisory announced today that Jim Peddle, President & Founder, has joined the largest business brokerage association in the United States. The IBBA is an association of professionals providing merger & acquisition services to business owners. Mr. Peddle is one of five business brokers affiliated with the IBBA from Chicago and one of 27 in Illinois. - August 22, 2017 - Jim Peddle
Clifford L. Hammond, Senior Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith 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 Clifford L. Hammond will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The NLRB Joint Employer Doctrine: Exploring 2017 Trends and... - August 22, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
HK Legal Group, P.A. Has Moved Offices Effective August 21, 2017
HK Legal Group, a real estate/insurance/criminal defense/litigation South Florida law firm located in Boca Raton, FL, has moved offices to 1600 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 504A, Boca Raton, FL 33432. - August 22, 2017 - HK Legal Group, P.A.
Lead Costa Rica Private Investigation Firm WillSpy Expands
WillSpy’s services in Costa Rica are now available to all of Central America, Africa and St. Maarten. - August 21, 2017 - Costa Rica Private Investigator - WillSpy
Konrad Legal is Making Way for Startups in Thailand
The Bangkok-based legal firm, Konrad Legal is encouraging business opportunities in Thailand for foreigners by providing end-to-end legal solutions to the foreign entrepreneurs. - August 19, 2017 - Konrad Legal Company Limited
Orr & Reno Attorneys Listed Among The Best Lawyers in America: Eight Attorneys Recognized in Wide Range of Practice Areas; Kerouac Named "Lawyer of the Year"
Eight attorneys from the Concord law firm of Orr & Reno have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2018 edition of "The Best Lawyers in America." Peter Burger, William L. Chapman, Judith A. Fairclough, Susan S. Geiger, Margaret Kerouac, James E. Morris, Douglas L. Patch... - August 19, 2017 - Orr & Reno
Legal Shred Earns Position on the 2017 Inc. 5000 List
The identity protection specialists ranked 1392 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. - August 19, 2017 - Legal Shred, Inc.
Frank E. Piscitelli, Jr., of the Piscitelli Law Firm, Has Been Selected as an Ohio 2018 Super Lawyer
Frank E. Piscitelli, Jr., of the Piscitelli Law Firm, has been selected as an Ohio 2018 Super Lawyer. Selection as a Super Lawyer is based on peer nominations and evaluations, independent research. Frank represents people seriously injured or killed in traffic crashes, and by medical negligence, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. #GetFrankGetJustice - August 19, 2017 - The Piscitelli Law Firm
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on The NLRB Joint Employer Doctrine: Exploring 2017 Trends and Developments
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: “The NLRB Joint Employer Doctrine: Exploring 2017 Trends and Developments Live Webcast.” This two-hour... - August 19, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Cantor Colburn is the #1 Law Firm for Handling Mayo/Myriad Rejections
Recent Federal cases Mayo and Myriad have it difficult for pharmaceutical, biotech, and life sciences companies to obtain patent protection for their innovative new drugs, diagnostic tests, or medical procedures. The ability to obtain strong patent protection, notwithstanding these decisions, has therefore become an important need. Cantor Colburn is pleased to announce that it is the #1 law firm in the country for handling § 101 rejections on biotech, pharma, and life sciences applications. - August 18, 2017 - Cantor Colburn LLP
Three Rawls Law Group Attorneys Named to the 2018 Best Lawyers® List
Rawls Law Group is pleased to congratulate 3 lawyers who have been included in the 2018 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Anisa Kelley, Joseph T. McFadden and Brewster Rawls were included in the 2018 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America for their excellence in practice areas related to... - August 18, 2017 - Rawls Law Group
Best Lawyers® Once Again Recognizes Petro Cohen Law Firm Founding Partner Frank Petro
For the twenty third consecutive year, Frank A. Petro, Esq. of Petro Cohen Petro Matarazzo, P.C. has been named to the prestigious Best Lawyers in America list. Frank Petro, a founding partner at PCPM, heads the Workers’ Compensation Department and is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Workers’ Compensation Law Attorney, which is the highest specialty certification available to New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers. - August 18, 2017 - Petro Cohen, P.C.
Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson Partners Named to The Best Lawyers in America 2018
Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson announced that three of the firm's partners, Tom Bieging, John Podvin, and Steve Shapiro, have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018. - August 17, 2017 - Otteson Shapiro LLP
Fisher Phillips Denver Partners Selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2018
Four partners in the Denver office of Fisher Phillips - Todd Fredrickson, Darin Mackender, Susan Schaecher, and Danielle Urban - have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018. - August 17, 2017 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Two Moye White Partners Named “Lawyers of the Year,” Nine Selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2018
Moye White LLP announced that two of the firm's partners, David Arkell and Rebecca DeCook, have been named to the Best Lawyers® 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" in Denver. In addition to Arkell and DeCook, a further seven Moye White partners have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018. - August 17, 2017 - Moye White
Emerich and Hackett Named in 2018 Best Lawyers®
Guy S. Emerich and Jack O. Hackett II, directors at Farr Law Firm, have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2018 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. Emerich was recognized by Best Lawyers® for his work in Trusts and Estates and has received this honor for twelve... - August 17, 2017 - Farr Law Firm
National Bar Association President Announces Affiliate Chapters to Provide Pro Bono Legal Services
In response to Trump retracting denunciation of white supremacist responsibility for Charlottesville tragedy, members of the National Bar Association (NBA) will not remain silent in the face of the clear and present danger presented by an apparent sympathizer of the white nationalist movement in the White House. - August 16, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Care For Cops Hosts Twelfth Annual Charity Golf Shootout September 4
The Twelfth Annual Charity Golf Classic celebrates the great work of Georgia law enforcement officers and raises funds to support the families of those who have fallen in the line of duty. The Tournament includes raffle prizes, auction items, as well as long drive, closest to pin and putt competitions. - August 16, 2017 - Care For Cops, LLC.
Susan Peckett Witkin, Partner, Blank Rome LLP, to Speak at TKG’s IRS’ New FATCA Agreements and Regulations: What Your Firm Should Start Doing Now Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Susan Peckett Witkin, Partner, Blank Rome LLP will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “IRS’ New FATCA Agreements and... - August 16, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
John Naylor Receives Best Lawyers in America 2018 Distinction
This is Naylor’s fourth consecutive year being recognized. - August 16, 2017 - Naylor & Braster, Attorneys at Law
Brian Kindsvater Creates Guide to Copyright of Patents Law Useful for Patent Holders and Artists
Brian Kindsvater is pleased to announce the creation of a new and unique resource providing information about whether patents are subject to copyright law. The web page at http://kindsvater.com/patent-copyright.html provides answers to common questions about the subject, important for businesses... - August 16, 2017 - Brian Kindsvater
Fisher Phillips Recognized for Leading Collaboration by BTI Consulting Group
Fisher Phillips, with offices in Dallas and Houston, is one of 54 law firms chosen nationally by BTI Consulting Group for Leading Collaboration. - August 16, 2017 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Three Associates Promoted to Partner at Beach Cowdrey Jenkins
Beach Cowdrey Jenkins, preeminent law firm with offices in Ventura and Sacramento, CA, announces the promotion of three of its associates to partner. - August 16, 2017 - Beach Cowdrey Jenkins
National Bar Association Statement as Trump Evolves on White Supremacy and Hate – Two Days Later
NBA President, Juan Thomas states, "Trump's evolution in his anti-white supremacy position leaves reasonable doubt as to the truth of his conviction." - August 15, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Legal Ethics Institute Announces Upcoming CLE Programs in Important Ethics Issues for All Lawyers
Legal Ethics Institute has announced the following upcoming CLE web casts: 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 covers the... - August 15, 2017 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
John A. Stone, Partner, DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP 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 John A. Stone, Partner, DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Understanding and... - August 15, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
National Bar Association (NBA) Alarmed by the Sheer Depravity of the Actions of White Supremacists
The National Bar Association today issued the following statement about the tragic events which occurred in Charlottesville, VA. - August 14, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Arthur S. Greenspan, Partner, Richards Kibbe & Orbe LLP, to Speak at TKG’s The Kokesh v. SEC Ruling: Significant Implications for Financial Regulatory Investigations
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Arthur S. Greenspan, Partner, Richards Kibbe & Orbe LLP will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The Kokesh v. SEC Ruling:... - August 13, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Juan R. Thomas Sworn in as 75th President of National Bar Association
Reigniting a commitment to civil rights and social justice in these precarious times at the center of new leader’s platform - August 12, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Robert B. Milligan, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP 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 Robert B. Milligan, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Understanding and Exploring the DTSA Live... - August 12, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Contract Review Experts Simplifies Contract Checking for Individuals, SMEs and Legal Departments
Contract Review Experts, the leader in lawyer- based contract review analysis and negotiations enhances its services to help small and medium sized businesses. A practical fast and efficient way of reviewing contracts including employment, prenup agreements, leases or simply a saving up to 90% of... - August 12, 2017 - Contract Review Experts
William I. Rothbard, Attorney, Law Offices of William I. Rothbard, to Speak at TKG’s TCPA Compliance Burden Amidst Increased Litigation: Key Developments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that William I. Rothbard, Attorney, Law Offices of William I. Rothbard will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “TCPA Compliance Burden... - August 12, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
National Bar Association Congratulates Member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on Winning South Carolina Democratic Nomination
The National Bar Association congratulates NBA member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on her successful Democratic primary runoff campaign for the South Carolina House of Representatives. “As a friend and colleague, it provides me with great pleasure to personally congratulate Rosalyn on her... - August 11, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Kelley Kronenberg Principal Partner Heath Eskalyo Shares Secrets for Retaining Top Employees
Mr. Eskalyo Serves as a Panelist at Boca Raton Executive Business Networking Event. - August 11, 2017 - Kelley Kronenberg