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Digital Economy Conference Brings FinTech Innovation to the Midwest
Just one month left until the premier FinTech conference on the Silicon Prairie. Omaha has a history as a FinTech hub, but minimal visibility into the innovation and disruption taking place in this region. Digital Economy 15 will change that by connecting startups, institutions, and the media for a thought-provoking day packed full of speakers, panels, and networking. - September 02, 2015 - Digital Economy Conference
Opening Address for the New UvA-IBFD Advanced Master’s in International Tax Law: Principles, Policy and Practice
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) and IBFD proudly announce the start of their joint Advanced Master’s in International Tax Law: Principles, Policy and Practice. An opening address to mark this important occasion was held on Friday 28 August 2015 at the UvA Faculty of Law at the Agnietenkapel in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. - September 01, 2015 - IBFD
Janet L. Ramsey to Present Social Media in Marketing Webcast
Janet L. Ramsey, a partner with the law firm of Warner Norcross & Judd LLP, will present a webcast on the most significant issues of social media in marketing on Monday, Sept. 21. The webcast will focus on a variety of key points regarding the practical implications of social media for... - September 01, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Former Prosecutor Becomes a Criminal Defense Attorney Servicing Placer County, Sacramento County and Surrounding Areas
After working for nearly a decade as a prosecutor, former Supervising Deputy District Attorney, A. Todd Kuhnen has now embarked on a new career path as a criminal defense attorney accepting cases in Placer County, Sacramento County, and the surrounding counties. - August 29, 2015 - The Law Office of A. Todd Kuhnen
Stacie L. Ropka, Ph.D., J.D., Counsel, Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Stacie L. Ropka, Ph.D., J.D., Counsel, Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled “BPCIA Litigation:... - August 29, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Roig Lawyers Partner Elected to Florida Defense Lawyers Association (FDLA) Board of Directors
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned, multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across six offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Mark J. Rose, partner in the Deerfield Beach office, has been elected to a two-year term to the Florida Defense Lawyers Association... - August 29, 2015 - Roig Lawyers
Roig Lawyers Admiralty and Maritime Attorney Selected to Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
Roig Lawyers, a minority-owned, multi-practice litigation law firm dedicated to serving clients across six offices throughout Florida, is pleased to announce that Craig P. Liszt has been invited to join the prestigious Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM). The CLM is a nonpartisan... - August 29, 2015 - Roig Lawyers
Tampa Eminent Domain Lawyer Announces Updates to His Firm’s Website
Tampa eminent domain lawyer Mark Bentley, P.A. is proud to announce that his firm’s website, www.MarkBentleyPA.com, has recently been revamped to further improve its service quality. - August 29, 2015 - Mark Bentley, P.A.
Celesq® Announces September CLE: Data Security/Privacy; Business Succession, Estate Planning; Corporate, Securities, White Collar; Trial, Litigation Skills; Health Care
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for September 2015: Illegal Tipping and Insider Trading after Newman: The Latest Developments for Corporate, Securities and White Collar Attorneys (2562) Live web cast: September 1, 2015 (12:00 noon ET) Tom Gorman explores the... - August 28, 2015 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Austrian and Czech Regulators Join Corporate Legal Experts to Address Competition Compliance in Central & Eastern Europe at Conference in Prague in December 2015
GCM Parker to host a two-day senior executive conference in Prague, Czech Republic: "Antitrust and Competition Compliance in CEE" on the 3rd and 4th of December 2015. - August 28, 2015 - GCM Parker
Kevin M. Nelson, Partner, Duane Morris LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Kevin M. Nelson, Partner, Duane Morris LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “BPCIA Litigation: Latest Developments for 2015 and... - August 28, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Court Rules in Favor of DOL's Rule to Make Home Care Providers Eligible for Minimum Wage and Overtime
Estimated 1.9 Million Companionship Workers Nationally to be Impacted by Rule. - August 28, 2015 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Jennifer M. Smith, Attorney, Stewart and Stewart, to Speak at KC’s Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA: Updates in 2015 & Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jennifer M. Smith, Attorney, Stewart and Stewart, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Iranian Sanctions and the JCPOA:... - August 28, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Patrick C. Gallagher, PH.D., Attorney, Duane Morris LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Patrick C. Gallagher, PH.D., Attorney, Duane Morris LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “BPCIA Litigation: Latest Developments... - August 27, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Sheila Swaroop, Partner, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Sheila Swaroop, Partner, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled “BPCIA Litigation: Latest... - August 27, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Chandu Chilakapati, Managing Director, Alvarez & Marsal to Speak at KC’s Share Based Compensation: ASC 718 Accounting and Valuation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Chandu Chilakapati, Managing Director, Alvarez & Marsal will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Share Based Compensation: ASC 718... - August 27, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Digital Forensics and Electronic Discovery Expert Jim Vaughn Joins Silicon Forensics as Managing Director
Silicon Forensics, the trusted solutions provider for digital forensics, electronic discovery and consulting services announces that Digital Forensics and Electronic Discovery expert Jim Vaughn has joined the company as a Managing Director and Head of Silicon Forensics Solutions and Professional... - August 26, 2015 - Silicon Forensics
Personal Injury Attorneys & Soft Tissue Spinal Injury Patients Win Larger Verdicts with Dr. Sheridan’s 3 Major Objective Documentation Procedures to Support Their Claims
Dr. Sheridan Documents and Supports Personal Injury Attorneys and Their Patients Soft Tissue Spinal Injuries Using the Science of the 3 Phases of Healing, Computerized Radiographic Mensuration Analysis, and a Medical Team Approach - August 26, 2015 - Sheridan Chiropractic, Inc.
Launching a Robo-Advisor, CrowdFunding Portal or FinTech Business? Read This First. You'll Launch Quicker If You Do.
In the heart of Silicon Valley in California operates FinTech Associates, a boutique FinTech Engineering & Consulting firm dubbed the "McKinsey equivalent for FinTech" which has taken startups and established Financial Services players from FinTech idea to market solving a major problem given the shortage of engineering talent. But even better, they have experienced FinTech Entrepreneurs that partner with you to launch your Robo-Advisor or Equity CrowdFunding Portal at the speed of a startup. - August 25, 2015 - FinTech School
Bucks County Family Lawyer Jeffrey M. Williams Named to 2016 "Best Lawyers in America"
Williams Family Law founder named among top family lawyers in United States for eighth straight year. - August 22, 2015 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
Chamberlain Hrdlicka Tax Attorney Named to 2016 "Best Lawyers in America"
Stewart M. Weintraub recognized by peers for excellence in tax law for twelfth straight year. - August 22, 2015 - Chamberlain Hrdlicka
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Share Based Compensation: ASC 718 Accounting and Valuation
Event Synopsis: ASC 718 requires that compensation awarded as shares or stock must be evaluated to be either equity or liability awards. Once appropriately evaluated the awards must be fair valued at grant date and potentially quarterly thereafter. The practitioner must navigate the literature to... - August 22, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Offering Solutions to End Income Disparity, Inequality of Opportunity, and the Social Gap, YFOG is Now Available on Audible
Yield For Oncoming Greatness: Capping Capitalism, is now available as an audible book in addition to hardcover, paperback, and electronic formats. - August 21, 2015 - Thinking Hat Press
Fisher & Phillips Announces Arthur V. Lambert as the Firm's Newest Partner in the Dallas Office
Fisher & Phillips Continues Texas Expansion. - August 21, 2015 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Best Lawyers® Names Emerich as 2016 Trust and Estates "Lawyer of the Year" in Fort Myers Metro Area
Guy S. Emerich has been recognized as the 2016 Trusts and Estates “Lawyer of the Year” in Fort Myers. This award is presented by Best Lawyers® annually to a single outstanding lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area. - August 21, 2015 - Farr Law Firm
Parker Poe Announces Trusts & Estates Planning Practice Growth
Attorneys Andrew Dana and Jeffery Morris Join Tax Practice Group in Charlotte Office. - August 21, 2015 - Parker Poe
Fisher & Phillips Memphis Attorneys Included in Best Lawyers in America List
Fisher & Phillips LLP announced today that 84 attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2016®, including two from the Memphis office. The two local attorneys are Jay Kiesewetter, Senior Counsel, and Jeff Weintraub, Regional Managing... - August 20, 2015 - Fisher Phillips Memphis
12 Willig, Williams & Davidson Attorneys Named to 2016 "Best Lawyers in America"
Philadelphia labor, employment and workers’ compensation lawyers recognized by peers for excellence in law. - August 20, 2015 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
BBL Churchill Offers Ashley Madison Victims Special Counselors
Divorce Finance Company Aims to Help Those Affected - August 19, 2015 - BBL Churchill
d’Oliveira & Associates Crowns Winner of 2015 College Scholarship Essay Contest
George Washington University Law School student, Michelle Ramus, wins 2015 d’Oliveira & Associates college scholarship contest. Submitted best essay for persuading young people on the dangers of drinking and driving. - August 19, 2015 - d'Oliveira & Associates
8 Feldman Shepherd Attorneys Named to 2016 "Best Lawyers in America"
Philadelphia personal injury attorneys honored with one of the legal industry's top awards for excellence in their profession. - August 19, 2015 - Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP
16 Manning Fulton Attorneys Ranked as the Best Lawyers in America®
Manning Fulton & Skinner, P.A. is pleased to announce that sixteen of its attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2016 (Copyright 2013 by Woodward/White, Inc., Aiken, SC). Manning Fulton attorneys recognized in 2016 edition of The Best... - August 19, 2015 - Manning Fulton & Skinner, P.A.
13 Henderson Franklin Attorneys Named as Best Lawyers in America® for 2016
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that thirteen (13) attorneys were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America® 2016. The attorneys, along with their respective practice area and office location include: • Charles Basinait,... - August 19, 2015 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Basinait Named "Best Lawyers' 2016 Fort Myers Land Use and Zoning Lawyer of the Year"
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Best Lawyers in America© has named Charles Basinait “Fort Myers Land Use and Zoning Lawyer of the Year” for 2016. Only a single lawyer in each specialty in each community is being honored as the “Lawyer... - August 19, 2015 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Representative Dwight Dudley to Discuss Key Issues for 2016 on Ask the Dom Radio Show
Florida House Rep. Dwight Dudley will discuss the creation of new voting districts, solar initiatives, and key issues for 2016. - August 19, 2015 - Law Offices of Dominic Fariello
Michael V. Abcarian, Managing Partner in the Dallas Office of Fisher & Phillips LLP, Selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2016
Fifth Consecutive Year Abcarian Has Been Selected for this Honor - August 19, 2015 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Bob Kilgore in the San Antonio Office of Fisher & Phillips LLP Selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2016
Second Consecutive Year Kilgore Has Been Selected for this Honor - August 19, 2015 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
Five Moye White Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2016: Rebecca DeCook Named to 2016 “Lawyers of the Year”
Denver law firm Moye White LLP announced that five of its attorneys have been named to the list of The Best Lawyers in America 2016. Partner Rebecca DeCook was also listed as one of Best Lawyers' 2016 "Lawyers of the Year" for her Communications Law practice. - August 19, 2015 - Moye White
Fisher & Phillips Denver Attorneys Selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2016
Fisher & Phillips LLP announced that three partners in the firm's Denver office were listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2016. Todd Fredrickson, Darin Mackender and Susan Schaecher were listed for their work in Labor and/or Employment Law. - August 19, 2015 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Emerich and Hackett Named in The Best Lawyers in America© 2016
Guy S. Emerich and Jack O. Hackett II have been selected to The Best Lawyers in America© list for 2016. Emerich was listed for the tenth consecutive year. - August 19, 2015 - Farr Law Firm
Dr Carhee's 3 Phases of Healing - Help Attorneys Win Larger Settlements
Dr. Carhee (chiropractor) Documents and Supports Personal Injury Attorneys and Their Patients Soft Tissue Spinal Injuries Using the Science of the 3 Phases of Healing, Documenting Value Driver - Decision Points, and a Medical Team Approach. - August 18, 2015 - Pain 2 Wellness Center
“You Want To Be An Entrepreneur” New Book by Successful Serial Entrepreneur, Jeff Stoller, Offers a Blueprint for Small Business Owners
Jeff Stoller, JD, MBA, MBT, wrote “You Want To Be An Entrepreneur”: Success Requires More Than Just a Good Idea, to offer great advice and practical insight to the budding entrepreneur. - August 18, 2015 - Jeff Stoller
Paul Edward Sumilas, Senior Attorney, Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Paul Edward Sumilas, Senior Attorney, Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Successor Liability: What... - August 18, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Brian J. Levy of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP to Speak at Knowledge Group’s Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP): An Update Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Brian J. Levy of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program... - August 18, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Christopher C. Hagenow, Attorney at Law, Managing Director, Blackwell, Burke & Ramsey, P.C. to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Christopher C. Hagenow, Attorney at Law, Managing Director, Blackwell, Burke & Ramsey, P.C. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - August 15, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
International Sanctions Lawyer Glen Kelley Joins Jacobson Burton Kelley PLLC
Today, international trade law firm Jacobson Burton PLLC added leading international sanctions lawyer Glen N. Kelley as a member, opening a New York office and changing the name of the firm to Jacobson Burton Kelley PLLC. Glen has 14 years of experience in US economic and financial sanctions,... - August 15, 2015 - Jacobson Burton Kelley PLLC
Keith J. Broady, Attorney, Lommen Abdo, P.A. to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Keith J. Broady, Attorney, Lommen Abdo, P.A will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Successor Liability: What You Need to Know Live... - August 14, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Retired Agent Raymond Strack of LEAP to Discuss the War on Drugs on Ask the Dom Radio Show
Retired U.S. Customs Special Agent Raymond Strack of LEAP will discuss the War on Drugs from an anti-prohibition standpoint on the “Ask the Dom” radio show this Sunday. - August 14, 2015 - Law Offices of Dominic Fariello
Market Square IP Appoints Dr. William Rosenberg as Senior Advisor
Market Square IP Ltd., a leading player in the market for monetizing patent assets that have been slated to be abandoned, announced today that Dr. William Rosenberg has joined the company as a Senior Advisor focused on the Market Square IP offering to Technology Transfer Organizations (TTOs) and other strategic business areas. - August 13, 2015 - Market Square IP
XL Services' Notification Regarding Coefficient of Friction (COF) Testing Update
Gidon R. Vardi, Ph.D, a floor safety expert witness, clarifies new coefficient of friction testing protocols and standards for floor safety expert witnesses and property owners. - August 12, 2015 - Personal Injury Experts of California