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Maalouf Ashford & Talbot Named Law Firm of the Year for 2016
Maalouf Ashford & Talbot Named Law Firm of the Year for 2016 in 8 Different Countries and in 34 Categories. - January 16, 2017 - Maalouf Ashford & Talbot, LLP
Nataliya Dominguez, Attorney, Greenberg Traurig, 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 Nataliya Dominguez, Attorney, Greenberg Traurig, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding Form I-9 Violations:... - January 14, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel Welcomes IP Attorney
Jibo Wu focuses his practice on patent prosecution, litigation and other IP-related services. - January 14, 2017 - Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel, LLP
Maupin • Naylor • Braster Expands Las Vegas Office
Las Vegas law firm Maupin ∙ Naylor ∙ Braster has expanded its headquarters and is now located at 1050 Indigo Drive, Suite 200 in Las Vegas. “We have been growing steadily since opening the practice in 2014,” said managing partner Jennifer Braster. “Bill Maupin,... - January 14, 2017 - Naylor & Braster, Attorneys at Law
Henderson Franklin Appoints Attorney William Boltrek to Stockholder
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorney William Boltrek has been elected a stockholder. Russell Schropp, the firm’s Managing Stockholder shares: “Since joining Henderson Franklin in 2013, Bill has provided us depth and... - January 12, 2017 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Touch™ Wins a Significant Patent Victory to Protect Its Rights Against Keurig Green Mountain
In a continuing patent dispute where Touch Coffee & Beverages, LLC (Touch) sued Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. (Keurig) for infringing Touch’s four patents, Touch wins significant patent decisions over Keurig. On January 4th, 2017, after reviewing arguments from both Keurig and Touch, PTAB released its decisions in favor of Touch reconfirming the strength and validity of three of its patents and claims 4, 11, and 18 of the fourth Patent (US 9,149,151). - January 11, 2017 - Touch Coffee & Beverages, LLC
Adam M. Koelsch Joins Philadelphia Office of Chamberlain Hrdlicka
Former Philadelphia deputy city solicitor brings thorough knowledge of high-dollar-value/complex tax cases. - January 08, 2017 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
Trevett Cristo Announces Alan De Peters as Partner
Alan De Peters of Trevett Cristo P.C. has been named partner at the firm, which is headquartered in Rochester, NY. De Peters is an accomplished litigator with experience across a broad range of focuses. - January 08, 2017 - Trevett Cristo
Trevett Cristo Welcomes Mary O’Connell to the Firm as Partner
Trevett Cristo P.C. is a law firm headquartered in Rochester, NY that has expertise across a variety of practice areas, from personal to commercial services, and is announcing the new hire of Mary O’Connell as partner. O'Connell will join the firm's business law group. - January 07, 2017 - Trevett Cristo
Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel Partner Re-Elected to Board of World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia
Martin G. Belisario will continue to serve as board’s secretary. - January 07, 2017 - Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel, LLP
Robert J. Salzer Named Partner at Williams Family Law, P.C.
Taxation Specialist and Family Law Attorney at Bucks County Law Firm Becomes Partner - January 07, 2017 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
J. Michael Taylor, Partner, King & Spalding LLP to Speak at TKG’s event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that J. Michael Taylor, Partner, King & Spalding LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Anti-dumping (AD) and Countervailing... - January 06, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Buckley King Attorneys Recognized as 2017 Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers’ attorney-led research team designated the following list of attorneys as 2017 Ohio Super Lawyers and Ohio Rising Stars. “With no more than five percent of attorneys across the state receiving such recognition, we are thrilled to have such an impressive representation from the Firm,” stated Brent M. Buckley, the law firm’s Managing Partner. - January 06, 2017 - Buckley King
Seven FisherBroyles Partners Selected as 2017 Ohio Super Lawyers or Rising Stars
FisherBroyles, LLP is pleased to announce that seven Ohio partners have been selected by Super Lawyers Magazine for recognition — five partners are 2017 Ohio Super Lawyers and two partners are 2017 Ohio Rising Stars, a designation reserved for the industry’s best lawyers either 40 years old or under, or in practice for 10 years or less. - January 05, 2017 - FisherBroyles
FisherBroyles Welcomes New Partner Geoff Revelle to Seattle Office
FisherBroyles, LLP (“FisherBroyles”) is pleased to announce that Geoff Revelle has joined the firm as a new partner. Revelle’s practice focuses on assisting companies and executives on a broad range of issues, including mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt financing, general... - January 05, 2017 - FisherBroyles
Michael Greco Named Managing Partner of Fisher Phillips’ Denver Office
Fisher Phillips LLP announced that Michael R. Greco has succeeded Todd Fredrickson as Regional Managing Partner of the national labor and employment law firm's Denver office. Fredrickson had successfully established and led Fisher Phillips' Denver office since 2008. Greco is a key partner in the Fisher Phillips Employee Defection & Trade Secrets Practice Group. - January 05, 2017 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Celesq® Announces January 2017 CLE: Ethics; Elimination of Bias; Substance Abuse/Competence; Litigation; Data Security, Privacy, Cybersecurity
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for January 2017: Ethics of Witness Preparation: Best Practices for All Attorneys (2641) Moderated web cast: January 11, 2017 (12:00 noon ET) For attorneys who missed this web cast on September 28, 2016. For all attorneys who... - January 04, 2017 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Hoffman & Associates Sponsors the Third Annual Footprints for the Future 5K in Sandy Springs
Hoffman & Associates' staff and family members participated in the 3rd annual Footprints for the Future 5K benefiting the Sandy Springs Education Force. - December 31, 2016 - Hoffman & Associates
Joshua S. Singewald Joins Kelley Kronenberg’s Chicago Office as Of Counsel
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full-service business law firm, announced that Joshua S. Singewald has joined the firm’s Chicago office as Of Counsel. Mr. Singewald will focus his practice on Family Law matters ranging from divorce, custody/visitation, child support, spousal support, property... - December 30, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
INsig2 Lawtech Europe Congress 2016 Generates Valuable Insights from Its Cyber Security Track
INsig2 LawTech Europe Congress, an annual event on electronic evidence, digital forensics, and cyber security, is pleased to publish valuable insights from its 2016 distinguished expert speakers. - December 29, 2016 - INsig2 LawTech Europe Congress
Kelley Kronenberg Attorney Alison J. Trejo Sworn in as a Guardian ad Litem
Alison J. Trejo, an attorney in the Fort Lauderdale office of law firm Kelley Kronenberg, was officially sworn in as a Guardian ad Litem by Broward County Circuit Judge Kenneth Gillespie. A Guardian ad Litem is a trained volunteer appointed by the court to protect the rights and advocate the best... - December 29, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Virginia Law Firm Celebrates 75 Years of Criminal Defense Experience
The Brown Firm, a specialist firm serving clients in the DC metro area since 1941, offers experienced criminal defense attorneys and expert advice regarding criminal defense to residents of Northern Virginia. - December 29, 2016 - The Brown Firm PLLC
Free Online Training for PI Attorneys: How to Defend Against the Insurance Company’s Argument of Preexisting Injury and Low Impact Injury with Low Property Damage
Dr. Brian Anderson, DC, Has Recently Released a Free Training Video on How a Doctor's Documentation Can Defend Against the Insurance Company Argument of Preexisting and Low Impact Injury. - December 28, 2016 - Shepherdsville Accident & Injury Chiropractic
American Law Society Recognizes Mark W. Fredrick
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Mark W. Fredrick has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. Their America Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - December 24, 2016 - American Law Society
American Law Society Recognizes Cheryl L. Walsh
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Cheryl Walsh has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. The America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - December 24, 2016 - American Law Society
American Law Society Recognizes Lee J. Osiason
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Lee J. Osiason has been accepted as a new member. - December 24, 2016 - American Law Society
American Law Society Recognizes Mark D. Pearce
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Mark Pearce has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. The America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - December 24, 2016 - American Law Society
American Law Society Recognizes Steven C. Earl
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Steven C. Earl has been accepted as a new member with ATL distinction. America's Top Lawyers list is comprised of well-rounded individuals representing a diverse cross-section of U.S. legal advocates. - December 24, 2016 - American Law Society
Joseph J. Nagy Joins Kelley Kronenberg as a Partner in Fort Lauderdale
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full service business law firm, announced that Joseph J. Nagy has joined the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office as a Partner. Mr. Nagy focuses his practice on all aspects of liability and casualty defense. He represents a wide range of clients in general liability... - December 24, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
American Law Society Recognizes Randall R. Saxton
The American Law Society Board of Directors is proud to announce that Randall R. Saxton has been accepted as a new member. - December 24, 2016 - American Law Society
Kelley Kronenberg Adds Two Attorneys to West Palm Beach Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full-service business law firm, announced that Marc A. Marra and Cristopher S. Rapp have joined the firm’s West Palm Beach office as attorneys. Mr. Marra focuses his practice on assisting banks and other financial service providers with regulatory, enforcement,... - December 23, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Agnovi Announces Launch of New Website
Agnovi, who provide leading investigative case management software for law enforcement, have announced the launch of their new website. Learn more now! - December 22, 2016 - Agnovi
EMAS Litigation Settlement
ESCO and Runway Safe announced today that they reached an agreement to end the lawsuit between them. The terms were not announced and will remain confidential. Trial in the action had been scheduled to begin on November 7, 2016, in federal court in Austin, Texas, but was adjourned in light of the... - December 21, 2016 - Zodiac Arresting Systems
MCS Sweeps Three Gold Honors in the New Jersey Law Journal’s "Best of 2016"
The MCS Group, Inc. has been voted New Jersey’s best service provider for 2016 in an array of categories by New Jersey Law Journal readers. - December 21, 2016 - The MCS Group, Inc.
Tracking Web Pages with Intelligent Spiders — The Hub Page Monitoring
The Hub releases Page Monitoring technology that offers the ability to turn any website’s data into a structured API. - December 21, 2016 - The Hub
FisherBroyles Partner Richard Cohen Selected as New Employment Law Columnist on Above the Law
FisherBroyles, LLP Partner, Richard B. Cohen, has recently been selected as one of Above the Law’s new labor and employment law weekly columnists - the leading website and media brand in the U.S. focusing on news, commentary, advice, and entertainment for the legal industry and is written by lawyers, for lawyers. - December 21, 2016 - FisherBroyles
Panitch Schwarze Life Sciences Practice Leader Speaks at International Pharma IP Summit
Weihong Hsing discussed global IP trends with pharma and biotech leaders in China - December 21, 2016 - Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel, LLP
Kelley Kronenberg Principal Partner and COO Howard L. Wander Selected as 2016 Apogee Awards Honoree
Howard L. Wander, Principal Partner and Chief Operating Officer with the full service business law firm Kelley Kronenberg, was recently honored by South Florida Business & Wealth magazine at the publication’s 2016 Apogee Awards. Mr. Wander was selected as the COO honoree for Palm... - December 21, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Alexius – Meeting the Demands by Business for Affordable Legal Services
Alexius, LLC. is a Denver-based alternative legal services provider that is changing the legal landscape in Colorado and around the country by offering small-to-mid size companies predictable and affordable legal services through a managed services delivery model. Deloitte’s June 2016... - December 20, 2016 - Alexius, LLC
FinTech School Lands Major Business School, Blue Chip Clients and Launches Its First Training Facility
Featuring major clients and partners like Moody’s and The Wharton School of Business, FinTech School launches its first location in the heart of Silicon Valley to train the Financial Services industry, its service providers and major universities. - December 20, 2016 - FinTech School
Staropoli Law PLLC Will Now Guarantee the Lowest Divorce and Custody Fees in Pennsylvania
In order to better serve the families it represents, Staropoli Law has decided to formally guarantee its fees to be the lowest divorce and custody fees in Pennsylvania. - December 20, 2016 - Curt Staropoli, Esq.
Two Attorneys Join Kelley Kronenberg’s Miami Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full service business law firm, announced that attorneys Stephanie N. Williams and Rosendo A. Forns have joined the firm’s Miami office. Ms. Williams focuses her practice on First Party Insurance Defense and Workers’ Compensation. Prior to joining Kelley... - December 17, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
London Solicitors Directory Helps Victims of Personal Injury in Need of Legal Assistance
London Solicitors Directory launched its official website today, with a goal which is to provide help for those victims of personal injury who are currently in need of legal assistance. This site is the newest directory of personal injury solicitors, employment solicitors and immigration... - December 17, 2016 - London Solicitors Directory
The Hub Adds Irregular Personnel Activity Classification Using Deep Learning
The Hub artificial intelligence monitoring platform has developed a deep learning model that tracks employee behaviour and protects organisations by detecting errant patterns including staff activity, social engineering and resident software. It enables organisations to automate personnel monitoring and be alerted to anomalous activity. - December 16, 2016 - The Hub
Three Attorneys Join Kelley Kronenberg’s Fort Lauderdale Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full service business law firm, announced that attorneys Allison L. Cucinotta, Alexander D. Kochman and Jacob Shaked have joined the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office. Ms. Cucinotta focuses her practice on Workers’ Compensation defense. Prior to joining Kelley... - December 16, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Naqvi Injury Law Gives Helmets and Bicycles to Las Vegas Children
Fourth year firm has sponsored 98.5 KLUC Toy Drive to benefit HELP of Southern Nevada - December 16, 2016 - Naqvi Injury Law
Free Online Training for Personal Injury Attorneys: the Top 5 Major Financial Drivers Required to Support Soft Tissue Spinal Injury Awards
There Are 5 Major Financial Drivers Doctors Should Document to Support Their Patients and Their Personal Injury Attorneys Soft Tissue Spinal Injury Claims. - December 15, 2016 - Shepherdsville Accident & Injury Chiropractic
Two Attorneys Join Kelley Kronenberg’s Tampa Office
Kelley Kronenberg, a diverse, full service business law firm, announced that attorneys Stanley M. “Mike” Kurek, III and Stacey-Ann Saint-Hubert have joined the firm’s Tampa office. Mr. Kurek focuses his practice on Mortgage Banking and Lending Services, primarily involving... - December 15, 2016 - Kelley Kronenberg
Jacobs Law Group Expands with Addition of Experienced Litigator
Experienced litigation attorney Mackenzie W. Smith joins Philadelphia law firm. - December 15, 2016 - Jacobs Law Group
An Amazingly New Expert Witness Database Goes Live in Australia
Finally, a new Expert Witness Database designed to meet the needs of law firms, in-house counsel, barristers, journalists, industry and Experts. Introducing the new national standard in finding Expert Witnesses. The Expert Witness Database (EWD) revolutionises Australia's Expert industry. The Expert Witness website is a collaborative database of experts with at least eight years of extraordinary tested industry experience satisfying the rules of an "Expert Witness." - December 15, 2016 - Expert Witness Database