http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_la.php Judged Law Firm en-us (C) 2006 Judged. All rights reserved. contact@judged.com(Judged) contact@judged.com Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:28:19 -0500 Law Firms http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_la.php 60 http://www.judged.com/images/xml_rss_feed.gif http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_la.php Address : 2001 Macarthur DriveP.O. Box 6118, Phone : 318-445-6471, City : Alexandria http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=898 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=898&page=1 Address : 934 Third StreetP.O. Drawer 1791, Suite 800, Phone : 318-445-3631, City : Alexandria http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1935 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1935&page=2 Address : 408 North Columbia Street, Phone : 985-893-4790, City : Covington http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1899 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1899&page=18 Address : 445 North BoulevardSuite 701, Phone : 225-346-0285, City : Baton Rouge Forty-five Phelps Dunbar attorneys from six of the firm's regional office locations in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas and Florida have been named in the 2008 issue of The Best Lawyers in America. Fourteen attorneys are receiving this honor for the first time. Phelps Dunbar attorneys are listed in 28 separate practice areas in the 2008 Best Lawyers publication. The 2008 edition of Best Lawyers, which will be released in print in December 2007, is based on more than two million confidential evaluations by the top attorneys in the nation. Best Lawyers also conducted thousands of extensive telephone interviews with leading attorneys throughout its balloting process. Forty-five Phelps Dunbar attorneys from six of the firm's regional office locations in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas and Florida have been named in the 2008 issue of The Best Lawyers in America. Fourteen attorneys are receiving this honor for the first time. Phelps Dunbar attorneys are listed in 28 separate practice areas in the 2008 Best Lawyers publication. The 2008 edition of Best Lawyers, which will be released in print in December 2007, is based on more than two million confidential evaluations by the top attorneys in the nation. Best Lawyers also conducted thousands of extensive telephone interviews with leading attorneys throughout its balloting process. New Orleans - Phelps Dunbar LLP is pleased to announce that Kim M. Boyle, a partner in the employment law practice group, has been awarded the 2007 Presidents' Award by the New Orleans Bar Association. Ms. Boyle was honored at a ceremony held on August 16, 2007, at the Hilton St. Charles Hotel. The New Orleans Bar Association Presidents' Award recognizes attorneys who, in addition to their professional excellence and integrity, have dedicated themselves to community service in the exercise of the highest ideals of citizenship. This award is the highest level of recognition by the Association. Ms. Boyle's practice includes representing employers in employment related claims, such as retaliation and discrimination claims as well as workplace harassment. She also handles Equal Employment Opportunity Commission charges and other administrative complaints through the administrative and judicial process. Her practice also includes the representation of clients in a variety of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, unfair trade practices, as well as representation of a number of governmental entities on a wide array of legal issues. Ms. Boyle is an active member of the community having previously served as the first African-American President of the New Orleans Bar Association, Treasurer of the Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA), a member of the LSBA Board of Governors and the LSBA's Ethics 2000 Committee, and on the board of directors of the Federal Bar Association. She currently serves as the Vice-President of the New Orleans Bar Foundation. Ms. Boyle also serves as co-chair for the Committee for a Better New Orleans/Metropolitan Area Committee, a member of the local advisory board for the United Negro College Fund, trustee and former secretary of the Greater New Orleans Foundation, trustee for the WYES-12 board of directors, and a board member on the Bureau of Governmental Research. In addition, Ms. Boyle is a member of the Louisiana Recovery Authority (LRA) and serves as Chair of the LRA Healthcare Committee. She is also a member of the Fleur-de-Lis Ambassadors, whose purpose is to combat misperceptions about post-Katrina New Orleans, by meeting with key leaders nationwide. Ms. Boyle previously served on the Bring New Orleans Back Commission, which focused upon rebuilding the city post-Katrina, and she served as Chair of the Health/Social Services Committee of the Commission. She is also a two-time recipient (2003, 2005) of the A.P. Tureaud Award for Outstanding Service presented by the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Society. New Orleans - Phelps Dunbar LLP is pleased to announce that Kim M. Boyle, a partner in the employment law practice group, has been awarded the 2007 Presidents' Award by the New Orleans Bar Association. Ms. Boyle was honored at a ceremony held on August 16, 2007, at the Hilton St. Charles Hotel. The New Orleans Bar Association Presidents' Award recognizes attorneys who, in addition to their professional excellence and integrity, have dedicated themselves to community service in the exercise of the highest ideals of citizenship. This award is the highest level of recognition by the Association. Ms. Boyle's practice includes representing employers in employment related claims, such as retaliation and discrimination claims as well as workplace harassment. She also handles Equal Employment Opportunity Commission charges and other administrative complaints through the administrative and judicial process. Her practice also includes the representation of clients in a variety of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, unfair trade practices, as well as representation of a number of governmental entities on a wide array of legal issues. Ms. Boyle is an active member of the community having previously served as the first African-American President of the New Orleans Bar Association, Treasurer of the Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA), a member of the LSBA Board of Governors and the LSBA's Ethics 2000 Committee, and on the board of directors of the Federal Bar Association. She currently serves as the Vice-President of the New Orleans Bar Foundation. Ms. Boyle also serves as co-chair for the Committee for a Better New Orleans/Metropolitan Area Committee, a member of the local advisory board for the United Negro College Fund, trustee and former secretary of the Greater New Orleans Foundation, trustee for the WYES-12 board of directors, and a board member on the Bureau of Governmental Research. In addition, Ms. Boyle is a member of the Louisiana Recovery Authority (LRA) and serves as Chair of the LRA Healthcare Committee. She is also a member of the Fleur-de-Lis Ambassadors, whose purpose is to combat misperceptions about post-Katrina New Orleans, by meeting with key leaders nationwide. Ms. Boyle previously served on the Bring New Orleans Back Commission, which focused upon rebuilding the city post-Katrina, and she served as Chair of the Health/Social Services Committee of the Commission. She is also a two-time recipient (2003, 2005) of the A.P. Tureaud Award for Outstanding Service presented by the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Society. Phelps Dunbar LLP is pleased to announce that Reuben V. Anderson, a partner in the firm's Jackson office, was presented The Mississippi Bar's 2007 Lifetime Achievement Award. Judge Anderson was honored during The Mississippi Bar's 102nd annual meeting Farewell Brunch and Awards Program on Thursday, July 14, 2007 in Destin, Florida. The Mississippi Bar presents the Lifetime Achievement Award to those individuals who have devoted service to the public, profession and the administration of justice over the span of a professional career. Only individuals who have contributed significantly to the system of justice and/or to our legal profession are qualified to receive this award. Judge Anderson, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice in Mississippi, practices in the areas of commercial litigation, regulatory and governmental matters and gaming. In addition to his work with Phelps Dunbar, he has cultivated a professional resume spanning three decades of legal service. He has held many key positions including: Jamie L. Whitten Chair of Law and Government at the University of Mississippi, Fall of 1995; Mississippi Supreme Court Justice, 1985-91; Circuit Court Judge for the 7th Circuit Court District, 1981-85; County Court Judge for Hinds County, 1977-81; Municipal Judge for the City of Jackson, 1976-77; Partner, Anderson, Banks, Nichols & Stewart, 1968-77; Mississippi Associate Counsel, NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc., 1967-75. Judge Anderson is also among a select group of lawyers, recognized in the category of Litigation: General Commercial, listed in a nationwide client survey published in Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business. Phelps Dunbar LLP is pleased to announce that Reuben V. Anderson, a partner in the firm's Jackson office, was presented The Mississippi Bar's 2007 Lifetime Achievement Award. Judge Anderson was honored during The Mississippi Bar's 102nd annual meeting Farewell Brunch and Awards Program on Thursday, July 14, 2007 in Destin, Florida. The Mississippi Bar presents the Lifetime Achievement Award to those individuals who have devoted service to the public, profession and the administration of justice over the span of a professional career. Only individuals who have contributed significantly to the system of justice and/or to our legal profession are qualified to receive this award. Judge Anderson, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice in Mississippi, practices in the areas of commercial litigation, regulatory and governmental matters and gaming. In addition to his work with Phelps Dunbar, he has cultivated a professional resume spanning three decades of legal service. He has held many key positions including: Jamie L. Whitten Chair of Law and Government at the University of Mississippi, Fall of 1995; Mississippi Supreme Court Justice, 1985-91; Circuit Court Judge for the 7th Circuit Court District, 1981-85; County Court Judge for Hinds County, 1977-81; Municipal Judge for the City of Jackson, 1976-77; Partner, Anderson, Banks, Nichols & Stewart, 1968-77; Mississippi Associate Counsel, NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc., 1967-75. Judge Anderson is also among a select group of lawyers, recognized in the category of Litigation: General Commercial, listed in a nationwide client survey published in Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1876 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1876&page=4 Address : 1100 Poydras StreetSuite 2300, Phone : 504-585-7000, City : New Orleans http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=409 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=409&page=48 Address : One American Place14th Floor, Phone : 225-383-9000, City : Baton Rouge Julie Skipper, an associate in the firm's Jackson, Mississippi office, has been named Chair of the Young Up and Coming Professionals (YUPS) of Metro Jackson. As the Chair of YUPS, Julie will also be on the Board of the Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce. YUPS is a networking organization of dedicated, talented young professionals ranging in age from 21-40 in the Metro area. The program is housed under the Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce. YUPS seeks to provide young professionals with the occasion to meet and mingle with their peers, to promote relationships and help its members develop professionally while contributing to the economic development and quality of life of their community. Julie also serves on the steering committee for the Women's Fund of the Community Foundation of Greater Jackson, the executive board of the Millsaps College Alumni Association, and is the Teen Court Committee Chair for the Jackson Young Lawyers Association. She is a 2007 graduate of Leadership Greater Jackson, a program of the Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce. Julie Skipper, an associate in the firm's Jackson, Mississippi office, has been named Chair of the Young Up and Coming Professionals (YUPS) of Metro Jackson. As the Chair of YUPS, Julie will also be on the Board of the Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce. YUPS is a networking organization of dedicated, talented young professionals ranging in age from 21-40 in the Metro area. The program is housed under the Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce. YUPS seeks to provide young professionals with the occasion to meet and mingle with their peers, to promote relationships and help its members develop professionally while contributing to the economic development and quality of life of their community. Julie also serves on the steering committee for the Women's Fund of the Community Foundation of Greater Jackson, the executive board of the Millsaps College Alumni Association, and is the Teen Court Committee Chair for the Jackson Young Lawyers Association. She is a 2007 graduate of Leadership Greater Jackson, a program of the Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce. McGlinchey Stafford PLLC is pleased to announce that Charles L. Adams has joined the firm's business law team in Houston, Texas. Adams comes to the firm as a member and brings more than 20 years of experience handling corporate finance and real estate matters. Adams has significant experience handling mergers and acquisitions, the operations and sale of private companies, troubled debt restructuring, business formations and other corporate finance matters. Adams received his Juris Doctor from Tulane University Law School and his undergraduate degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. McGlinchey Stafford PLLC is pleased to announce that Charles L. Adams has joined the firm's business law team in Houston, Texas. Adams comes to the firm as a member and brings more than 20 years of experience handling corporate finance and real estate matters. Adams has significant experience handling mergers and acquisitions, the operations and sale of private companies, troubled debt restructuring, business formations and other corporate finance matters. Adams received his Juris Doctor from Tulane University Law School and his undergraduate degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. "The prestigious organization known as the American College of Commercial Finance Lawyers elected Grodner to serve on its Board of Regents for his preeminence in commercial finance law and his dedication to the education of others in this field. Known for his experience in secured lending, Grodner represents lenders in numerous large commercial transactions, locally, regionally and nationally. He has also been in the forefront of intercity redevelopment, having done pioneering work with non-profit and for-profit developers in putting properties adjudicated to municipalities or sold at tax sale back into commerce. Grodner will serve a term of four years, expiring in 2011. Marshall Grodner is a member in McGlinchey Stafford's Baton Rouge office. His practice focuses primarily in commercial transactions, secured transactions, commercial finance, opinion letters, commercial real estate and gaming law. Grodner serves as chair of the firm's legal opinion committee. In addition, Grodner has authored or co-authored several articles in law reviews and other publications dealing with secured transactions, commercial real estate and other business law issues. Marshall has also delivered lectures and papers throughout the country dealing with loan documentation, secured transactions and real estate law." "The prestigious organization known as the American College of Commercial Finance Lawyers elected Grodner to serve on its Board of Regents for his preeminence in commercial finance law and his dedication to the education of others in this field. Known for his experience in secured lending, Grodner represents lenders in numerous large commercial transactions, locally, regionally and nationally. He has also been in the forefront of intercity redevelopment, having done pioneering work with non-profit and for-profit developers in putting properties adjudicated to municipalities or sold at tax sale back into commerce. Grodner will serve a term of four years, expiring in 2011. Marshall Grodner is a member in McGlinchey Stafford's Baton Rouge office. His practice focuses primarily in commercial transactions, secured transactions, commercial finance, opinion letters, commercial real estate and gaming law. Grodner serves as chair of the firm's legal opinion committee. In addition, Grodner has authored or co-authored several articles in law reviews and other publications dealing with secured transactions, commercial real estate and other business law issues. Marshall has also delivered lectures and papers throughout the country dealing with loan documentation, secured transactions and real estate law." http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1589 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1589&page=6 Address : 701 Main StreetP.O. Box 1151, Phone : 225-383-3796, City : Baton Rouge http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1267 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1267&page=7 Address : 909 Poydras StreetSuite 1500, Phone : 504-619-1800, City : New Orleans http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=261 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=261&page=49 Address : 450 Laurel StreetSuite 1900, Phone : 225-336-5200, City : Baton Rouge How is the post-katrina legal market in New Orleans? how are things with adams reese and jones walker and other big firms in new orleans? Boston-based BTI Consulting Group (BTI) has named Adams and Reese LLP among the Top 100 Law Firms in the area of Mergers and Acquisitions. These findings, that comprise "The BTI Guide to Corporate Transactions for Law Firms", provide the most comprehensive analysis of the Corporate Transactions market ever presented to law firms. The findings were based on more than 150 independent interviews with corporate counsel from Fortune 1000 companies who were probed on all aspects of law firm relationships and performances. In this particular survey, firms were also critiqued on the strength of their transactions practice in a variety of areas including Divestitures, Hostile Takeovers, Friendly Mergers, Private Equity, Private Acquisitions, Private Mergers and Leveraged Buy-Outs. In previous years, Adams and Reese has been named among BTI's list of Market Movers and its Client Service A-Team. In addition, BTI has named Adams and Reese among the most Tech-Savvy Law Firms. BTI is a market research and management consulting firm with over 20 years of experience and a leader in providing strategic market research, management consulting and executive education to law firms and other professional service firms. Boston-based BTI Consulting Group (BTI) has named Adams and Reese LLP among the Top 100 Law Firms in the area of Mergers and Acquisitions. These findings, that comprise "The BTI Guide to Corporate Transactions for Law Firms", provide the most comprehensive analysis of the Corporate Transactions market ever presented to law firms. The findings were based on more than 150 independent interviews with corporate counsel from Fortune 1000 companies who were probed on all aspects of law firm relationships and performances. In this particular survey, firms were also critiqued on the strength of their transactions practice in a variety of areas including Divestitures, Hostile Takeovers, Friendly Mergers, Private Equity, Private Acquisitions, Private Mergers and Leveraged Buy-Outs. In previous years, Adams and Reese has been named among BTI's list of Market Movers and its Client Service A-Team. In addition, BTI has named Adams and Reese among the most Tech-Savvy Law Firms. BTI is a market research and management consulting firm with over 20 years of experience and a leader in providing strategic market research, management consulting and executive education to law firms and other professional service firms. Adams and Reese Partner and Executive Committee Chair Ann Huckstep has been named "Businesswoman of the Year" by the Birmingham Business Journal. She will be recognized at a luncheon on October 25, 2007 along with 10 other businesswomen named among the "Top Birmingham Women for 2007", an honor that Huckstep received in 2005. She is profiled in a full-page article in the September 14th edition of the Birmingham Business Journal. Huckstep was chosen to receive this honor, most notably for making firm history as the first female ever chair the firm's Executive Committee, a position she began in November 2006. However, making history is nothing new to Huckstep. In 1971, her classmates voted her "Most Likely to Succeed." She was the first young woman ever to receive that title, but was stripped of the honor and told that her peers were supposed to have voted for a boy. Since then, Huckstep's career has been marked by many great accomplishments in her profession and in her community, and many notable "first female" titles. In 1992, the health care attorney was the first female elected to serve on the Executive Committee of Lange, Simpson, Robinson & Somerville, one of Alabama's oldest and most prestigious law firms that merged with Adams and Reese in January 2003. In addition to becoming Lange Simpson's first female chair, Huckstep was also the first female to chair a top ten law firm in the entire state of Alabama. It was under her leadership that the Lange Simpson merger with Adams and Reese took flight, forming the largest law firm in the four state region at that time. Huckstep is one of the top heath care attorneys in the Southeast region, and has been recognized by Best Lawyers of America for Health Care Law for many consecutive years. She represents a number of health care providers, including hospitals, medical service companies and physicians. She serves as an advisor on a broad range of matters, including compliance, accreditation, business transactions and corporate matters. She is also well-known for her extensive experience with Certificate of Need Law. In addition to health care law, Huckstep also practices in the areas of employee benefits and ERISA, mergers and acquisitions and general corporate law. Despite devoting countless hours to her clients and her thriving legal practice, Huckstep is active in several civic and community groups, and has held numerous leadership roles among them. It is not surprising that she has also made many other "first female" milestones within those organizations. In 1987, she became the first female to chair the Board of Trustees for Christ United Methodist in Birmingham. In 1992, she was the first female to serve on the Board of Directors of the Birmingham Rotary Club. One year later, in 1993, Huckstep served as Chairman of the Board of Management of the Downtown Birmingham YMCA, and was again, the first woman to take on such an esteemed position. Huckstep presently serves as a Vice Chairman of the Birmingham Regional Chamber, as a member of its Executive Committee, as well as its legal counsel. She is on the Board of Directors of the United Way of Central Alabama, and on the Board of the Birmingham Rotary Club where she is also Sergeant at Arms. She is also a current Board Member of the Birmingham YMCA. Adams and Reese Partner and Executive Committee Chair Ann Huckstep has been named "Businesswoman of the Year" by the Birmingham Business Journal. She will be recognized at a luncheon on October 25, 2007 along with 10 other businesswomen named among the "Top Birmingham Women for 2007", an honor that Huckstep received in 2005. She is profiled in a full-page article in the September 14th edition of the Birmingham Business Journal. Huckstep was chosen to receive this honor, most notably for making firm history as the first female ever chair the firm's Executive Committee, a position she began in November 2006. However, making history is nothing new to Huckstep. In 1971, her classmates voted her "Most Likely to Succeed." She was the first young woman ever to receive that title, but was stripped of the honor and told that her peers were supposed to have voted for a boy. Since then, Huckstep's career has been marked by many great accomplishments in her profession and in her community, and many notable "first female" titles. In 1992, the health care attorney was the first female elected to serve on the Executive Committee of Lange, Simpson, Robinson & Somerville, one of Alabama's oldest and most prestigious law firms that merged with Adams and Reese in January 2003. In addition to becoming Lange Simpson's first female chair, Huckstep was also the first female to chair a top ten law firm in the entire state of Alabama. It was under her leadership that the Lange Simpson merger with Adams and Reese took flight, forming the largest law firm in the four state region at that time. Huckstep is one of the top heath care attorneys in the Southeast region, and has been recognized by Best Lawyers of America for Health Care Law for many consecutive years. She represents a number of health care providers, including hospitals, medical service companies and physicians. She serves as an advisor on a broad range of matters, including compliance, accreditation, business transactions and corporate matters. She is also well-known for her extensive experience with Certificate of Need Law. In addition to health care law, Huckstep also practices in the areas of employee benefits and ERISA, mergers and acquisitions and general corporate law. Despite devoting countless hours to her clients and her thriving legal practice, Huckstep is active in several civic and community groups, and has held numerous leadership roles among them. It is not surprising that she has also made many other "first female" milestones within those organizations. In 1987, she became the first female to chair the Board of Trustees for Christ United Methodist in Birmingham. In 1992, she was the first female to serve on the Board of Directors of the Birmingham Rotary Club. One year later, in 1993, Huckstep served as Chairman of the Board of Management of the Downtown Birmingham YMCA, and was again, the first woman to take on such an esteemed position. Huckstep presently serves as a Vice Chairman of the Birmingham Regional Chamber, as a member of its Executive Committee, as well as its legal counsel. She is on the Board of Directors of the United Way of Central Alabama, and on the Board of the Birmingham Rotary Club where she is also Sergeant at Arms. She is also a current Board Member of the Birmingham YMCA. Adams and Reese is pleased to announce that 11 new associates have joined the firm in the following offices: Baton Rouge Whitney Little joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. She earned her J.D. from Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 2007, and her B.A. from Louisiana State University in 2004. Houston Igor Frenkel joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law in 2007, and his B.A. from Rice University in 2001. Cleve Glenn joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 2007, and his B.B.A. from Lamar University in 2000. Stephen Lewis joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2007, and his B.B.A. from Baylor University in 2002. Matthew Storey joins the Litigation Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2007 and his B.A. from the University of Mississippi in 2004. Neekie Tajvari joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. She earned her J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2007, and her B.B.A. from Texas A&M University in 2004. Jackson Blake Bee joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from Mississippi College School of Law in 2007, and his B.A. from the University of Mississippi in 2004. Nashville David Callahan, III joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from Nashville School of Law in 2007, and his B.A. from the University of Alabama in 2003. Vivek Chandra joins the Special Business Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from St. Louis University School of Law in 2007 while simultaneously earning a Masters degree in Healthcare Administration. Vivek received his B.S. from Vanderbilt University in 2002. New Orleans Lauren Delery joins the Litigation Practice Group. She earned her J.D. from Loyola University School of Law in 2007. Prior to attending law school she attended Johns Hopkins University. Mike Rodrigue, Jr. joins the Litigation Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from Loyola University School of Law in 2007, and his B.S. from Tulane University in 2004. Adams and Reese is pleased to announce that 11 new associates have joined the firm in the following offices: Baton Rouge Whitney Little joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. She earned her J.D. from Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 2007, and her B.A. from Louisiana State University in 2004. Houston Igor Frenkel joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law in 2007, and his B.A. from Rice University in 2001. Cleve Glenn joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 2007, and his B.B.A. from Lamar University in 2000. Stephen Lewis joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2007, and his B.B.A. from Baylor University in 2002. Matthew Storey joins the Litigation Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2007 and his B.A. from the University of Mississippi in 2004. Neekie Tajvari joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. She earned her J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2007, and her B.B.A. from Texas A&M University in 2004. Jackson Blake Bee joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from Mississippi College School of Law in 2007, and his B.A. from the University of Mississippi in 2004. Nashville David Callahan, III joins the Transactions and Corporate Advisory Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from Nashville School of Law in 2007, and his B.A. from the University of Alabama in 2003. Vivek Chandra joins the Special Business Services Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from St. Louis University School of Law in 2007 while simultaneously earning a Masters degree in Healthcare Administration. Vivek received his B.S. from Vanderbilt University in 2002. New Orleans Lauren Delery joins the Litigation Practice Group. She earned her J.D. from Loyola University School of Law in 2007. Prior to attending law school she attended Johns Hopkins University. Mike Rodrigue, Jr. joins the Litigation Practice Group. He earned his J.D. from Loyola University School of Law in 2007, and his B.S. from Tulane University in 2004. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=8 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=8&page=9 Address : 8440 Jefferson HighwaySuite 301, Phone : 225-929-7033, City : Baton Rouge http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2033 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2033&page=10 Address : P.O. Box 2471, Phone : 225-387-3221, City : Baton Rouge http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2334 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2334&page=11 Address : One American Place22nd Floor, P.O. Box 3513, Phone : 225-387-0999, City : Baton Rouge Kean Miller is pleased to announce that 12 lawyers, formerly in the Admiralty & Maritime, Construction, and Energy practice areas with Lemle & Kelleher, LLP, have joined the firm in the New Orleans office. "We are very excited to welcome these distinguished attorneys to our law firm. They are an outstanding resource for our clients. Our offices are located in Louisiana's major port cities --- New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Lake Charles -- and this esteemed group brings over 150 years of combined experience in maritime issues, admiralty law, marine insurance, oil & gas, drilling and exploration, pipelines, construction, and energy law to our clients." said Gary A. Bezet, managing partner of the 121-lawyer firm. The new group from Lemle & Kelleher nearly triples the size of Kean Miller's New Orleans office from 7 attorneys to 19 attorneys. The strategic acquisition builds on Kean Miller's position as the largest law firm in the Capital Region, and strengthens Kean Miller's regional presence. The firm now has 121 lawyers in Louisiana. "New Orleans and her port have been a vital part of commerce in the United States for almost 300 years. The recent hurricanes did not change that. The Admiralty and Maritime practice in south Louisiana remains strong. And, oil and gas exploration is going to play a huge role in the future of New Orleans - and Louisiana - and we are very proud to play a part in that future. We at Kean Miller believe that Louisiana's future is very much linked to New Orleans' recovery. This addition is evidence of Kean Miller's commitment to the future of New Orleans and Louisiana," added Bezet. Michael A. McGlone, Charles R. Talley, Glenn P. Orgeron, Lisa A. Easterling, Bradley J. Schlotterer, and Lawrence J. Hand, Jr. join the firm as partners in the New Orleans office. The firm also welcomes Karen Waters Shipman, Stephen C. Hanemann, Jamie Domilise Henry, Kelly B. Green, and Michael J. O'Brien as associates. Heather Ashman Johnson joins the firm as of counsel. All were formerly with Lemle & Kelleher, LLP of New Orleans. About the New Partners: Michael A. ""Mike" McGlone joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. He is the senior-most Admiralty and Maritime lawyer in the firm. He has extensive experience in admiralty and maritime law, maritime litigation, marine insurance, personal injury defense, allisions, collisions, and appeals. Mr. McGlone, a native of New Orleans, received his J.D. from Loyola University Law School in 1975 where he was a member of the Loyola Law Review. He earned his B.A. in Business Administration, cum laude, from Loyola University in 1972. Upon graduation from law school, he served as a law clerk to the Hon. Herbert W. Christenberry of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Charles R. "Chuck" Talley joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. He practices in the Admiralty and Maritime and Oil & Gas practice groups. He has particular experience in admiralty and maritime law, personal injury defense, property damage claims, appeals, Corbello litigation, and oil & gas law. Mr. Talley received his J.D. from Florida State University in 1981 where he was a member of the Florida State University Law Review and served as Articles and Notes Editor. He earned B.A., magna cum laude, from Vanderbilt University in 1978. Glenn P. Orgeron joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. A native of New Orleans, he practices in the Admiralty and Maritime and Construction practice groups. He has particular experience in construction law, consumer credit issues, and product liability litigation. Mr. Orgeron is a Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) in the United States Marine Corps. He has served in a variety of legal positions for the United States Marine Corps, including assignments as Deputy General Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, and General Counsel in wide range of jurisdictions including Hawaii, Japan, the Indian Ocean, Washington, D.C., California, and Panama. During his military career, Mr. Orgeron handled all aspects of felony criminal trials and administrative law litigation matters and advised the staffs of the Chief of Naval Operations, Joint Chiefs of Staff, and major operational commanders on worldwide international and operational law. Prior to his 20-year military career, he served as an electrical engineer with the NASA Manned Spacecraft Center in Houston on the Apollo XI Lunar mission and on the Apollo Lunar Rover development team. Mr. Orgeron received his J.D. from the Tulane University Law School in 1978 and his Master of Legal Letters in International Law from The George Washington University in 1983. He earned his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Louisiana State University in 1970 and his Masters of Science in Administration from The George Washington University in 1975. Mr. Orgeron earned his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Tulane University in 1968. Lisa A. Easterling joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. She practices in Construction and Litigation groups. Ms. Easterling has extensive experience in complex commercial construction matters, construction defect cases, mold litigation, and Fair Credit Reporting Act litigation. Ms. Easterling received her J.D. from the University of Mississippi Law School in 1992 where she was a member of the Mississippi Law Review. After law school, she served as a judicial law clerk to the Hon. George Arceneaux, Jr. , the Hon. Henry A. Mentz, Jr. and the Hon. Veronica D. Wicker, all of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. She earned her B.S. in Journalism, with honors, from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1988. Bradley J. Schlotterer, a native of New Orleans, joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. He practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. Following law school, Mr. Schlotterer served as a federal law clerk to the Hon. G. Thomas Porteous, Jr. at the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Mr. Schlotterer received his J.D. from the LSU Law Center in 1995. He earned his B.S. in Finance from Louisiana State University in 1991. Lawrence J. Hand, Jr. joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. He practices in the Energy, Pipeline and Toxic Tort practice groups. Mr. Hand has extensive experience in energy law, regulation and litigation, insurance coverage and litigation, toxic tort litigation, contract litigation, and complex commercial disputes. He has particular experience in complex legal representation of interstate and intrastate natural gas pipelines, natural gas gathering companies, crude pipelines, natural gas processors, power generators, marketers and distributors, oil and gas producers, chemical manufacturers, and aluminum manufacturers. Mr. Hand also represents life insurers, regional banks, malpractice insurers, and general liability insurers. Mr. Hand received his J.D., cum laude, from the Loyola University School of Law in 1995 where he was a member of the Loyola Law Review. He earned his B.A. in Secondary Speech and Communication Education from the University of New Orleans in 1991. About the New Attorneys: Karen Waters Shipman joins the firm as an associate in the New Orleans office. She practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. She has particular experience in admiralty issues involving a wide variety of admiralty and oil & gas issues, including Jones Act, personal injury, oil and gas exploration, well blowouts, cargo damage, vessel collisions, and barge damage. She also has experience in construction law, consumer credit reporting, and general personal injury litigation. Following law school, Ms. Shipman served as a contact attorney in New York City. Upon her return to New Orleans, she served as a judicial law clerk to the Hon. Fredericka H. Wicker of the Twenty-Fourth Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson. Karen received her J.D., cum laude, from the Tulane University School of Law in 1998 with a Certificate of Specialization in Admiralty Law. She earned her B.A. in Anthropology and Human and Natural Ecology from Emory University in 1993. Stephen C. Hanemann joins the New Orleans office as an associate attorney. He practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. He has extensive experience in a wide variety of admiralty issues, including Jones Act, personal injury, oil and gas exploration, pipeline spills, drilling accidents, well blowouts, cargo damage, ship collisions, ship allisions, vessel groundings, lift boat and jack-up rig accidents, vessel liens, sunken barges, vessel mortgage filings, product liability, redhibition, commercial lease agreements, and other commercial litigation issues. Mr. Hanemann received his J.D. from the Loyola University School of Law in 2002. He earned his B.A. in French from the University of Texas at Austin in 1999. Jamie Domilise Henry joins the New Orleans office as an associate attorney. She is a native of New Orleans and practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. Ms. Henry received her J.D. and her Bachelor's Degree in Civil Law from the LSU Law Center in 2002. She earned her B.A. in Biology (1998) and English (1999) from the University of Mississippi. Kelly B. Green joins the New Orleans office as an associate attorney. She practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. Ms. Green received her J.D. from the Tulane University School of Law in 2003. She earned her B.A. in Political Science from Mary Baldwin College in 2000. Michael J. O'Brien joins the New Orleans office as an associate attorney. A native of New Orleans, he practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. He has extensive experience in a wide variety of admiralty issues, including Jones Act and personal injury defense, maritime litigation, oil and gas exploration, drilling accidents, well blowouts, cargo damage, ship collisions, ship allisions, vessel groundings, lift boat and jack-up rig accidents, vessel mortgage filings, product liability, redhibition, as well as premesis liability, construction defect litigation and appeals. Michael received his J.D. from Loyola University in 2001 where he received the Joseph Rault Award for excellence in Admiralty and Maritime Law. He earned his B.A. in Political Science from Iowa State University in 1998. He attended Iowa State on a NCAA football scholarship. Heather Ashman Johnson joins the New Orleans office as of counsel. A native of New Orleans, Ms. Johnson practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. She has served as Counsel for Brown & Root, Inc. in Houston, Texas and as a General Attorney with the Saudi Arabian Oil Company in Saudi Arabia. She has particular experience in complex commercial maritime issues including all aspects of international sales contract negotiations, chartering activities, downstream joint ventures, and in the negotiation of multi-million dollar cargo damage claims. Ms. Johnson received her J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1981 and a Master of Laws, with distinction, from the Tulane University School of Law in 1983. She earned her B.A. in Political Science, summa cum laude, from Newcomb College in New Orleans in 1977. About the Admiralty and Maritime, Construction and Energy Law Groups: Kean Miller represents a wide range of clients in maritime and admiralty and maritime issues in Louisiana. Our lawyers have extensive experience in the shipping, marine insurance, tugs and towage, drilling rigs, and oil & gas exploration. Our offices are located in major port cities throughout Louisiana, including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles, Louisiana. Our Admiralty and Maritime team has significant experience in personal injury defense, property damage claims, appeals, and oil & gas law. We offer clients detailed admiralty experience with regard to activities in the "oil patch" involving the exploration, development, production and transportation of oil and gas. We represent numerous clients in "brownwater" and deepwater (or "bluewater") matters throughout the Gulf Coast region. Many members of the team are involved at a leadership level in the Maritime Law Association, the Greater New Orleans Barge Fleeting Association, the Marine Index Bureau, Mariners Club Port of New Orleans, and the maritime and admiralty sections of the Louisiana State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. We represent our clients before all state and federal courts, governmental regulatory and administrative bodies, and in complex litigation. We serve as counsel to local, national and international oil and gas producers, vessel owners and operators, shipyards, drilling contractors, service companies, brokers, barge lines, and underwriters. Kean Miller represents many of Louisiana's most successful construction businesses and Fortune 500 companies in construction law matters. We handle legal issues in connection with contract interpretation, including drawings, specifications, change orders and back charges, lien rights and remedies, contract disputes and litigation. In addition, we have substantial experience in the Private Works Act, the Public Works Act and the Miller Act. Our lawyers assist industry clients with issues involving performance and payment, bid and retainage bond rights, liability and responsibility. On behalf of our clients, we have negotiated with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, architects, laborers, material men, bond companies, suppliers, architects, attorneys, bankruptcy trustees, bankers, and public officials. We also represent clients in lawsuits, arbitration, mediation and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Recently, we have represented clients in lawsuits involving insurers of engineers and building owners, and suits for and against sub-contractors and architects. Kean Miller has represented the Louisiana energy industry since its earliest presence in the state. Many of the firm's national and international chemical and refining clients came to our predecessor firm in the 1920s for assistance in the acquisition of land for their first Louisiana sites. As these companies expanded in Louisiana, so did the variety and complexity of their legal needs. Today, these energy clients continue to rely on Kean Miller for their legal services based on our understanding of the complex needs of their industry, our knowledge of their business, and our Louisiana know-how. Kean Miller has extensive experience in energy law, regulation and litigation. We have particular experience in complex legal representation of interstate and intrastate natural gas pipelines, natural gas gathering companies, crude pipelines, natural gas processors, power generators, marketers and distributors, oil and gas producers, chemical manufacturers, and aluminum manufacturers. About Kean Miller: With more than 120 lawyers, Kean Miller serves the legal needs of Louisiana businesses and Fortune 500 companies. The firm maintains two offices in Baton Rouge, and full service offices in New Orleans, Lake Charles and Plaquemine, Louisiana. Kean Miller is the largest law firm in the Greater Baton Rouge region. The firm serves clients in numerous industries including energy, petrochemical and chemical, technology and telecommunications, shipping and transportation, drilling and exploration, pipelines, media and advertising, financial services, insurance, gaming, government and education, health care, manufacturing, real estate, retail, construction and leasing. The firm combines the talent and expertise of its lawyers into multi-disciplinary client and industry teams. These teams are comprised of seasoned legal professionals from a variety of disciplines who are equipped to identify legal and business needs and to develop superior service strategies that provide unmatched support to the client. For more information, contact Steve Boutwell at 225.389.3736, or steve.boutwell@keanmiller.com Kean Miller is pleased to announce that 12 lawyers, formerly in the Admiralty & Maritime, Construction, and Energy practice areas with Lemle & Kelleher, LLP, have joined the firm in the New Orleans office. "We are very excited to welcome these distinguished attorneys to our law firm. They are an outstanding resource for our clients. Our offices are located in Louisiana's major port cities --- New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Lake Charles -- and this esteemed group brings over 150 years of combined experience in maritime issues, admiralty law, marine insurance, oil & gas, drilling and exploration, pipelines, construction, and energy law to our clients." said Gary A. Bezet, managing partner of the 121-lawyer firm. The new group from Lemle & Kelleher nearly triples the size of Kean Miller's New Orleans office from 7 attorneys to 19 attorneys. The strategic acquisition builds on Kean Miller's position as the largest law firm in the Capital Region, and strengthens Kean Miller's regional presence. The firm now has 121 lawyers in Louisiana. "New Orleans and her port have been a vital part of commerce in the United States for almost 300 years. The recent hurricanes did not change that. The Admiralty and Maritime practice in south Louisiana remains strong. And, oil and gas exploration is going to play a huge role in the future of New Orleans - and Louisiana - and we are very proud to play a part in that future. We at Kean Miller believe that Louisiana's future is very much linked to New Orleans' recovery. This addition is evidence of Kean Miller's commitment to the future of New Orleans and Louisiana," added Bezet. Michael A. McGlone, Charles R. Talley, Glenn P. Orgeron, Lisa A. Easterling, Bradley J. Schlotterer, and Lawrence J. Hand, Jr. join the firm as partners in the New Orleans office. The firm also welcomes Karen Waters Shipman, Stephen C. Hanemann, Jamie Domilise Henry, Kelly B. Green, and Michael J. O'Brien as associates. Heather Ashman Johnson joins the firm as of counsel. All were formerly with Lemle & Kelleher, LLP of New Orleans. About the New Partners: Michael A. ""Mike" McGlone joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. He is the senior-most Admiralty and Maritime lawyer in the firm. He has extensive experience in admiralty and maritime law, maritime litigation, marine insurance, personal injury defense, allisions, collisions, and appeals. Mr. McGlone, a native of New Orleans, received his J.D. from Loyola University Law School in 1975 where he was a member of the Loyola Law Review. He earned his B.A. in Business Administration, cum laude, from Loyola University in 1972. Upon graduation from law school, he served as a law clerk to the Hon. Herbert W. Christenberry of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Charles R. "Chuck" Talley joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. He practices in the Admiralty and Maritime and Oil & Gas practice groups. He has particular experience in admiralty and maritime law, personal injury defense, property damage claims, appeals, Corbello litigation, and oil & gas law. Mr. Talley received his J.D. from Florida State University in 1981 where he was a member of the Florida State University Law Review and served as Articles and Notes Editor. He earned B.A., magna cum laude, from Vanderbilt University in 1978. Glenn P. Orgeron joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. A native of New Orleans, he practices in the Admiralty and Maritime and Construction practice groups. He has particular experience in construction law, consumer credit issues, and product liability litigation. Mr. Orgeron is a Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) in the United States Marine Corps. He has served in a variety of legal positions for the United States Marine Corps, including assignments as Deputy General Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, and General Counsel in wide range of jurisdictions including Hawaii, Japan, the Indian Ocean, Washington, D.C., California, and Panama. During his military career, Mr. Orgeron handled all aspects of felony criminal trials and administrative law litigation matters and advised the staffs of the Chief of Naval Operations, Joint Chiefs of Staff, and major operational commanders on worldwide international and operational law. Prior to his 20-year military career, he served as an electrical engineer with the NASA Manned Spacecraft Center in Houston on the Apollo XI Lunar mission and on the Apollo Lunar Rover development team. Mr. Orgeron received his J.D. from the Tulane University Law School in 1978 and his Master of Legal Letters in International Law from The George Washington University in 1983. He earned his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Louisiana State University in 1970 and his Masters of Science in Administration from The George Washington University in 1975. Mr. Orgeron earned his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Tulane University in 1968. Lisa A. Easterling joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. She practices in Construction and Litigation groups. Ms. Easterling has extensive experience in complex commercial construction matters, construction defect cases, mold litigation, and Fair Credit Reporting Act litigation. Ms. Easterling received her J.D. from the University of Mississippi Law School in 1992 where she was a member of the Mississippi Law Review. After law school, she served as a judicial law clerk to the Hon. George Arceneaux, Jr. , the Hon. Henry A. Mentz, Jr. and the Hon. Veronica D. Wicker, all of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. She earned her B.S. in Journalism, with honors, from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1988. Bradley J. Schlotterer, a native of New Orleans, joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. He practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. Following law school, Mr. Schlotterer served as a federal law clerk to the Hon. G. Thomas Porteous, Jr. at the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Mr. Schlotterer received his J.D. from the LSU Law Center in 1995. He earned his B.S. in Finance from Louisiana State University in 1991. Lawrence J. Hand, Jr. joins the firm as a partner in the New Orleans office. He practices in the Energy, Pipeline and Toxic Tort practice groups. Mr. Hand has extensive experience in energy law, regulation and litigation, insurance coverage and litigation, toxic tort litigation, contract litigation, and complex commercial disputes. He has particular experience in complex legal representation of interstate and intrastate natural gas pipelines, natural gas gathering companies, crude pipelines, natural gas processors, power generators, marketers and distributors, oil and gas producers, chemical manufacturers, and aluminum manufacturers. Mr. Hand also represents life insurers, regional banks, malpractice insurers, and general liability insurers. Mr. Hand received his J.D., cum laude, from the Loyola University School of Law in 1995 where he was a member of the Loyola Law Review. He earned his B.A. in Secondary Speech and Communication Education from the University of New Orleans in 1991. About the New Attorneys: Karen Waters Shipman joins the firm as an associate in the New Orleans office. She practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. She has particular experience in admiralty issues involving a wide variety of admiralty and oil & gas issues, including Jones Act, personal injury, oil and gas exploration, well blowouts, cargo damage, vessel collisions, and barge damage. She also has experience in construction law, consumer credit reporting, and general personal injury litigation. Following law school, Ms. Shipman served as a contact attorney in New York City. Upon her return to New Orleans, she served as a judicial law clerk to the Hon. Fredericka H. Wicker of the Twenty-Fourth Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson. Karen received her J.D., cum laude, from the Tulane University School of Law in 1998 with a Certificate of Specialization in Admiralty Law. She earned her B.A. in Anthropology and Human and Natural Ecology from Emory University in 1993. Stephen C. Hanemann joins the New Orleans office as an associate attorney. He practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. He has extensive experience in a wide variety of admiralty issues, including Jones Act, personal injury, oil and gas exploration, pipeline spills, drilling accidents, well blowouts, cargo damage, ship collisions, ship allisions, vessel groundings, lift boat and jack-up rig accidents, vessel liens, sunken barges, vessel mortgage filings, product liability, redhibition, commercial lease agreements, and other commercial litigation issues. Mr. Hanemann received his J.D. from the Loyola University School of Law in 2002. He earned his B.A. in French from the University of Texas at Austin in 1999. Jamie Domilise Henry joins the New Orleans office as an associate attorney. She is a native of New Orleans and practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. Ms. Henry received her J.D. and her Bachelor's Degree in Civil Law from the LSU Law Center in 2002. She earned her B.A. in Biology (1998) and English (1999) from the University of Mississippi. Kelly B. Green joins the New Orleans office as an associate attorney. She practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. Ms. Green received her J.D. from the Tulane University School of Law in 2003. She earned her B.A. in Political Science from Mary Baldwin College in 2000. Michael J. O'Brien joins the New Orleans office as an associate attorney. A native of New Orleans, he practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. He has extensive experience in a wide variety of admiralty issues, including Jones Act and personal injury defense, maritime litigation, oil and gas exploration, drilling accidents, well blowouts, cargo damage, ship collisions, ship allisions, vessel groundings, lift boat and jack-up rig accidents, vessel mortgage filings, product liability, redhibition, as well as premesis liability, construction defect litigation and appeals. Michael received his J.D. from Loyola University in 2001 where he received the Joseph Rault Award for excellence in Admiralty and Maritime Law. He earned his B.A. in Political Science from Iowa State University in 1998. He attended Iowa State on a NCAA football scholarship. Heather Ashman Johnson joins the New Orleans office as of counsel. A native of New Orleans, Ms. Johnson practices in the Admiralty and Maritime practice group. She has served as Counsel for Brown & Root, Inc. in Houston, Texas and as a General Attorney with the Saudi Arabian Oil Company in Saudi Arabia. She has particular experience in complex commercial maritime issues including all aspects of international sales contract negotiations, chartering activities, downstream joint ventures, and in the negotiation of multi-million dollar cargo damage claims. Ms. Johnson received her J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1981 and a Master of Laws, with distinction, from the Tulane University School of Law in 1983. She earned her B.A. in Political Science, summa cum laude, from Newcomb College in New Orleans in 1977. About the Admiralty and Maritime, Construction and Energy Law Groups: Kean Miller represents a wide range of clients in maritime and admiralty and maritime issues in Louisiana. Our lawyers have extensive experience in the shipping, marine insurance, tugs and towage, drilling rigs, and oil & gas exploration. Our offices are located in major port cities throughout Louisiana, including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles, Louisiana. Our Admiralty and Maritime team has significant experience in personal injury defense, property damage claims, appeals, and oil & gas law. We offer clients detailed admiralty experience with regard to activities in the "oil patch" involving the exploration, development, production and transportation of oil and gas. We represent numerous clients in "brownwater" and deepwater (or "bluewater") matters throughout the Gulf Coast region. Many members of the team are involved at a leadership level in the Maritime Law Association, the Greater New Orleans Barge Fleeting Association, the Marine Index Bureau, Mariners Club Port of New Orleans, and the maritime and admiralty sections of the Louisiana State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. We represent our clients before all state and federal courts, governmental regulatory and administrative bodies, and in complex litigation. We serve as counsel to local, national and international oil and gas producers, vessel owners and operators, shipyards, drilling contractors, service companies, brokers, barge lines, and underwriters. Kean Miller represents many of Louisiana's most successful construction businesses and Fortune 500 companies in construction law matters. We handle legal issues in connection with contract interpretation, including drawings, specifications, change orders and back charges, lien rights and remedies, contract disputes and litigation. In addition, we have substantial experience in the Private Works Act, the Public Works Act and the Miller Act. Our lawyers assist industry clients with issues involving performance and payment, bid and retainage bond rights, liability and responsibility. On behalf of our clients, we have negotiated with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, architects, laborers, material men, bond companies, suppliers, architects, attorneys, bankruptcy trustees, bankers, and public officials. We also represent clients in lawsuits, arbitration, mediation and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Recently, we have represented clients in lawsuits involving insurers of engineers and building owners, and suits for and against sub-contractors and architects. Kean Miller has represented the Louisiana energy industry since its earliest presence in the state. Many of the firm's national and international chemical and refining clients came to our predecessor firm in the 1920s for assistance in the acquisition of land for their first Louisiana sites. As these companies expanded in Louisiana, so did the variety and complexity of their legal needs. Today, these energy clients continue to rely on Kean Miller for their legal services based on our understanding of the complex needs of their industry, our knowledge of their business, and our Louisiana know-how. Kean Miller has extensive experience in energy law, regulation and litigation. We have particular experience in complex legal representation of interstate and intrastate natural gas pipelines, natural gas gathering companies, crude pipelines, natural gas processors, power generators, marketers and distributors, oil and gas producers, chemical manufacturers, and aluminum manufacturers. About Kean Miller: With more than 120 lawyers, Kean Miller serves the legal needs of Louisiana businesses and Fortune 500 companies. The firm maintains two offices in Baton Rouge, and full service offices in New Orleans, Lake Charles and Plaquemine, Louisiana. Kean Miller is the largest law firm in the Greater Baton Rouge region. The firm serves clients in numerous industries including energy, petrochemical and chemical, technology and telecommunications, shipping and transportation, drilling and exploration, pipelines, media and advertising, financial services, insurance, gaming, government and education, health care, manufacturing, real estate, retail, construction and leasing. The firm combines the talent and expertise of its lawyers into multi-disciplinary client and industry teams. These teams are comprised of seasoned legal professionals from a variety of disciplines who are equipped to identify legal and business needs and to develop superior service strategies that provide unmatched support to the client. 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Jones Walker attorney Lisa Futrell has been invited to speak at Louisiana State University's 13th Annual Bankruptcy Law Seminar being held in the McKernan Law Auditorium October 25-26, 2007. Ms. Futrell will present Friday, October 26, on "The Sale of Property Under Section 363-How Far Can You Go-Sales Free and Clear, Preclusion of Successor Liability." The slate of speakers includes faculty, seven current and two former bankruptcy judges, and other experts speaking on the most pressing topics in the bankruptcy arena. Jones Walker partner Madeleine Fischer and associate John Rosenquest IV recently collaborated on a paper that Fischer presented at the American Bar Association Convention in San Francisco on August 11, 2007. The paper, entitled "Cumis Counsel Made Easy: An Overview of a Policyholder's Right to Independent Counsel at the Expense of the Insurer," addresses the complexities of the tripartite relationship between the insured, insurer, and insurance defense counsel. Jones Walker partner Madeleine Fischer and associate John Rosenquest IV recently collaborated on a paper that Fischer presented at the American Bar Association Convention in San Francisco on August 11, 2007. The paper, entitled "Cumis Counsel Made Easy: An Overview of a Policyholder's Right to Independent Counsel at the Expense of the Insurer," addresses the complexities of the tripartite relationship between the insured, insurer, and insurance defense counsel. The plaintiff, a 10-year employee, was fired for having taken spark plugs out of the store without first having the customer pay for the plugs, and for receiving a $20 tip for doing so. This conduct violated the company's written policies prohibiting employees from accepting tips and from removing merchandise from the property without first being paid for. The employee claimed the company's reasons for his termination were not true, and that he was fired due to his age and in retaliation for having taken workers' compensation leave. During this jury trial, the plaintiff testified that the money he took was not a "tip," but rather "compensation" for work he performed for the customer while he was off the clock. The plaintiff called the customer to testify that his vehicle had broken down in Jasper, Indiana, on New Year's Eve, and that he would have been stranded but for the plaintiff's help. The customer also testified that he was happy to provide the plaintiff with remuneration for his hard work. Plaintiff also called five former employees, including a manager, who testified they had removed parts from the store without them having been paid for, and had not been fired for this. Under cross-examination, however, all admitted that they never took money for doing so. In all, the plaintiff and his case were sympathetic, but rigorous preparation and cross examination allowed Chess and Kern to rest without putting a single witness on the stand. After deliberating for less than two hours, the jury returned a verdict in AutoZone's favor on both of the plaintiff's claims. The plaintiff, a 10-year employee, was fired for having taken spark plugs out of the store without first having the customer pay for the plugs, and for receiving a $20 tip for doing so. This conduct violated the company's written policies prohibiting employees from accepting tips and from removing merchandise from the property without first being paid for. The employee claimed the company's reasons for his termination were not true, and that he was fired due to his age and in retaliation for having taken workers' compensation leave. 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A tank battalion commander with the Texas National Guard, he and his team are currently serving a year-long mission in Kosovo as part of the peace-keeping operations in the war-torn province. Ms. Talton is an associate in the firm's litigation practice, representing victims of asbestos-related mesothelioma, silica-related diseases, and occupational hearing loss. She is also a member of the Dallas Bar Association's Publications Committee. The law firm of Baron & Budd, P.C. announced today that attorney Sherry Talton has received the State Bar of Texas award for Best Human Interest Story published in the past year. Talton was presented the award today at the Bar Leaders Recognition Luncheon during the State Bar's Annual Meeting, held today and tomorrow in Austin. The story, entitled "The Two Sides of Charles K. Aris: Lawyer and Soldier" appeared in Talton's column, Patriotic Perspectives, in the December 2005 issue of the Dallas Bar Association publication Headnotes. The article profiles Aris' roles as a Dallas attorney, father, community volunteer, and soldier. A tank battalion commander with the Texas National Guard, he and his team are currently serving a year-long mission in Kosovo as part of the peace-keeping operations in the war-torn province. Ms. Talton is an associate in the firm's litigation practice, representing victims of asbestos-related mesothelioma, silica-related diseases, and occupational hearing loss. She is also a member of the Dallas Bar Association's Publications Committee. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=123 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=123&page=14 Address : 1075 Government Street, Phone : 225-379-3333, City : Baton Rouge http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=679 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=679&page=15 Address : 2355 Drusilla LaneP.O. 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Box 52008, Phone : 337-232-7424, City : Lafayette New Orleans and Lafayette, LA and Houston, TX - Twelve lawyers from Liskow & Lewis have been selected for inclusion in the 2006 edition of Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business. The book is published by Chambers and Partners, an independent research-based company that selects attorneys based on client and peer recommendations. Those selected and the practice areas in which they were named are: Donald R. Abaunza (General Commercial Litigation); Wm. Blake Bennett (Marine Finance and Gaming & Licensing); James A. Brown (General Commercial Litigation); Shaun G. Clarke (White-Collar Crime & Governmental Investigations); Robert E. Holden (Environmental); Jonathan A. Hunter (Energy & Natural Resources); Philip K. Jones, Jr. (Corporate/M&A: Bankruptcy); Gene W. Lafitte (General Commercial Litigation); Tommy J. McGoey II (Employment Law); Marilyn C. Maloney (Banking & Finance); Leon J. Reymond, Jr. (Real Estate); John D. Wogan (Banking & Finance and Corporate: M&A). "We are extremely proud that Chambers and Partners has selected numerous attorneys within our firm for the 2006 edition," said managing partner, S. Gene Fendler. "This honor will allow our clients to view the skills and talents of our selected attorneys." Liskow & Lewis is one of the leading law firms in the Gulf Coast region. The firm represents clients in a wide range of industries with its full-service litigation and transaction practices. New Orleans and Lafayette, LA and Houston, TX - Twelve lawyers from Liskow & Lewis have been selected for inclusion in the 2006 edition of Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business. The book is published by Chambers and Partners, an independent research-based company that selects attorneys based on client and peer recommendations. Those selected and the practice areas in which they were named are: Donald R. Abaunza (General Commercial Litigation); Wm. Blake Bennett (Marine Finance and Gaming & Licensing); James A. Brown (General Commercial Litigation); Shaun G. Clarke (White-Collar Crime & Governmental Investigations); Robert E. Holden (Environmental); Jonathan A. Hunter (Energy & Natural Resources); Philip K. Jones, Jr. (Corporate/M&A: Bankruptcy); Gene W. Lafitte (General Commercial Litigation); Tommy J. McGoey II (Employment Law); Marilyn C. Maloney (Banking & Finance); Leon J. Reymond, Jr. (Real Estate); John D. Wogan (Banking & Finance and Corporate: M&A). "We are extremely proud that Chambers and Partners has selected numerous attorneys within our firm for the 2006 edition," said managing partner, S. Gene Fendler. "This honor will allow our clients to view the skills and talents of our selected attorneys." Liskow & Lewis is one of the leading law firms in the Gulf Coast region. The firm represents clients in a wide range of industries with its full-service litigation and transaction practices. Four Liskow & Lewis shareholders recently were selected for the New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership in Law Guide for 2006. Marguerite ("Peggy") L. Adams is a shareholder practicing in the firm's business section. Her practice emphasizes commercial real estate, representing developers and lenders, and trusts and estates. She is the past chair of the Trusts, Estates, Probate and Immovable Property Section of the Louisiana State Bar Association. A fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, Ms. Adams serves as chair of its State Laws Committee. She is a graduate of Loyola University Law School, where she was articles editor of the Loyola Law Review, and Auburn University. Thomas Beron is a shareholder practicing in the firm's business section and a colonel in the Louisiana National Guard. During and after Hurricane Katrina he served as commander of security forces at the Louisiana Superdome, and he later served as commander of all National Guard forces in the city of New Orleans. Colonel Beron is a graduate of Tulane University Law School, where he was senior notes and comments editor of the Tulane Maritime Law Journal. He is a recent graduate of the U.S. Army War College, and earned a master's degree at the University of Virginia and his undergraduate degree at Tulane University. Shaun G. Clarke is a shareholder and co-chair of the firm's government investigations and white collar criminal defense section. A trial lawyer, he advocates for clients in many of the nation's highest profile government investigations. Mr. Clarke is a former Assistant United States Attorney and member of the Organized Crime Strike Force for the Eastern District of Louisiana. He also formerly served as San Francisco deputy city attorney. He is a graduate of Yale Law School, where he was editor of the Yale Law Journal, and Brown University. John M. Wilson is chair of the firm\'s powerful energy and natural resources section. His litigation practice spans more than three decades, and has involved many of the key legal issues in oil and gas, commercial, professional liability, tax and construction contract areas of litigation practice. Mr. Wilson is a longtime fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, where he is active on several committees. He also is a fellow of the American Bar Foundation and the Louisiana State Bar Foundation. He is an Order of the Coif graduate of Louisiana State University Law School, where he was a member of the Louisiana Law Review. He also earned his undergraduate degree at LSU. Liskow & Lewis shareholders, Donald R. Abaunza, James A. Brown, and Cheryl Mollere Kornick were recipients of the 2005 Leadership in Law honors. Four Liskow & Lewis shareholders recently were selected for the New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership in Law Guide for 2006. Marguerite ("Peggy") L. Adams is a shareholder practicing in the firm's business section. Her practice emphasizes commercial real estate, representing developers and lenders, and trusts and estates. She is the past chair of the Trusts, Estates, Probate and Immovable Property Section of the Louisiana State Bar Association. A fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, Ms. Adams serves as chair of its State Laws Committee. She is a graduate of Loyola University Law School, where she was articles editor of the Loyola Law Review, and Auburn University. Thomas Beron is a shareholder practicing in the firm's business section and a colonel in the Louisiana National Guard. During and after Hurricane Katrina he served as commander of security forces at the Louisiana Superdome, and he later served as commander of all National Guard forces in the city of New Orleans. Colonel Beron is a graduate of Tulane University Law School, where he was senior notes and comments editor of the Tulane Maritime Law Journal. He is a recent graduate of the U.S. Army War College, and earned a master's degree at the University of Virginia and his undergraduate degree at Tulane University. Shaun G. Clarke is a shareholder and co-chair of the firm's government investigations and white collar criminal defense section. A trial lawyer, he advocates for clients in many of the nation's highest profile government investigations. Mr. Clarke is a former Assistant United States Attorney and member of the Organized Crime Strike Force for the Eastern District of Louisiana. He also formerly served as San Francisco deputy city attorney. He is a graduate of Yale Law School, where he was editor of the Yale Law Journal, and Brown University. John M. Wilson is chair of the firm\'s powerful energy and natural resources section. His litigation practice spans more than three decades, and has involved many of the key legal issues in oil and gas, commercial, professional liability, tax and construction contract areas of litigation practice. Mr. Wilson is a longtime fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, where he is active on several committees. He also is a fellow of the American Bar Foundation and the Louisiana State Bar Foundation. He is an Order of the Coif graduate of Louisiana State University Law School, where he was a member of the Louisiana Law Review. He also earned his undergraduate degree at LSU. Liskow & Lewis shareholders, Donald R. Abaunza, James A. Brown, and Cheryl Mollere Kornick were recipients of the 2005 Leadership in Law honors. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1451 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1451&page=23 Address : 3900 North Causeway BoulevardSuite 1450, Phone : 504-836-5200, City : Metairie http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=23 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=23&page=39 Address : 200 West Congress StreetP.O. Box 91530, Suite 1100, Phone : 337-237-4370, City : Lafayette http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1183 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1183&page=25 Address : 102 Versailles BoulevardSuite 600, Phone : 337-237-2660, City : Lafayette http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1804 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1804&page=26 Address : P.O. 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This is the fourteenth edition and since its inception in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States. Because Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which 18,000 leading lawyers throughout the country cast more than a half million votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their specialties, and because lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed, inclusion in Best Lawyers is considered a singular honor. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers "the most respected referral list of lawyers in practice." Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann L.L.C. is pleased to announce that eighteen of its lawyers, representing sixteen areas of law, were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2008 edition. This is the fourteenth edition and since its inception in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States. Because Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which 18,000 leading lawyers throughout the country cast more than a half million votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their specialties, and because lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed, inclusion in Best Lawyers is considered a singular honor. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers "the most respected referral list of lawyers in practice." Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann L.L.C. welcomes Jennifer Borum Bechet and Lauren E. Godshall to the firm. Ms. Bechet is Special Counsel to the firm. She concentrates her practice in complex litigation, products liability and mass torts. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Bechet served as Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable James M. Sprouse of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. She practiced both civil and criminal law in New York City and Richmond, Virginia and served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York. Ms. Bechet received her J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1990 where she was an editor of the Harvard Law Review. She received her B.A. with highest honors from Hampton University in 1987, graduating first in her class. Ms. Godshall is an Associate of the firm. She earned her J.D. from New York University School of Law in 2003 and her B.A., with high honors, in Environmental Sciences from the University of California, Berkeley. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Godshall served as senior attorney for Chief Justice Rogelio Valdez on the 13th Court of Appeals in Texas. She also served as law clerk to Justice Dori C. Garza and previously practiced in California. Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann L.L.C. welcomes Jennifer Borum Bechet and Lauren E. Godshall to the firm. Ms. Bechet is Special Counsel to the firm. She concentrates her practice in complex litigation, products liability and mass torts. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Bechet served as Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable James M. Sprouse of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. She practiced both civil and criminal law in New York City and Richmond, Virginia and served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York. Ms. Bechet received her J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1990 where she was an editor of the Harvard Law Review. She received her B.A. with highest honors from Hampton University in 1987, graduating first in her class. Ms. Godshall is an Associate of the firm. She earned her J.D. from New York University School of Law in 2003 and her B.A., with high honors, in Environmental Sciences from the University of California, Berkeley. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Godshall served as senior attorney for Chief Justice Rogelio Valdez on the 13th Court of Appeals in Texas. She also served as law clerk to Justice Dori C. Garza and previously practiced in California. Dana Shelton has been elected to serve as Vice Chair of the Louisiana State Bar Association's Public Utilities Section. She will serve a two year term. Dana Shelton has been elected to serve as Vice Chair of the Louisiana State Bar Association's Public Utilities Section. She will serve a two year term. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2282 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2282&page=50