http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_ri.php Judged Law Firm en-us (C) 2006 Judged. All rights reserved. contact@judged.com(Judged) contact@judged.com Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:26:40 -0500 Law Firms http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_ri.php 60 http://www.judged.com/images/xml_rss_feed.gif http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_ri.php Address : 2300 Financial Plaza, Phone : 401-274-7200, City : Providence John F.X. Lawler, a partner in the Litigation Group of Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C., has been named "partner in charge of the firm's Boston office, effective January 1, 2006. Mr. Lawler is a seasoned trial lawyer who handles a broad range of civil litigation matters. Over the last several years AP&S's Boston office has enjoyed steady growth and now includes 23 attorneys in a variety of practice areas. John F.X. Lawler, a partner in the Litigation Group of Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C., has been named "partner in charge of the firm's Boston office, effective January 1, 2006. Mr. Lawler is a seasoned trial lawyer who handles a broad range of civil litigation matters. Over the last several years AP&S's Boston office has enjoyed steady growth and now includes 23 attorneys in a variety of practice areas. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=12 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=12&page=1 Address : 10 Weybosset Street, Phone : 401-456-1200, City : Providence http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2384 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2384&page=2 Address : 1500 Fleet Center, Phone : 401-274-2000, City : Providence We are pleased to welcome the following individuals to the firm: * Mark D. Meredith, joins the Litigation Law Group as a Partner * Chip Muller, joins the Litigation Law Group as an Associate * Kathleen E. Dugan, joins the Real Estate Law Group as an Associate * Robert T. Ferguson, joins the Construction and Public Contracts Law Group as an Associate * Asha Awad, joins the Litigation Law Group as an Associate * Dena D. Fazio, joins the Real Estate Law Group as an Associate * Kenneth A. Sansone, joins the Litigation Law Group as an Associate * Lynn E. Chenel, joins the Real Estate Law Group as a Paralegal * Kimberly Brunkhorst, joins the Corporate Law Group as a Paralegal * William A. Haddad, joins the Litigation Law Group as an Associate * Michael J. Novaria, joins the Real Estate Law Group as an Associate * Meghan E. Siket, joins the Litigation and Labor & Employment Law Groups as an Associate We are pleased to welcome the following individuals to the firm: * Mark D. Meredith, joins the Litigation Law Group as a Partner * Chip Muller, joins the Litigation Law Group as an Associate * Kathleen E. Dugan, joins the Real Estate Law Group as an Associate * Robert T. Ferguson, joins the Construction and Public Contracts Law Group as an Associate * Asha Awad, joins the Litigation Law Group as an Associate * Dena D. Fazio, joins the Real Estate Law Group as an Associate * Kenneth A. Sansone, joins the Litigation Law Group as an Associate * Lynn E. Chenel, joins the Real Estate Law Group as a Paralegal * Kimberly Brunkhorst, joins the Corporate Law Group as a Paralegal * William A. Haddad, joins the Litigation Law Group as an Associate * Michael J. Novaria, joins the Real Estate Law Group as an Associate * Meghan E. Siket, joins the Litigation and Labor & Employment Law Groups as an Associate Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP, a law firm with offices in Providence, Boston and Concord, New Hampshire, was recently chosen for the second year in a row, as one of 22 Best Places to Work in Rhode Island. The award honors companies in Rhode Island that show their dedication to creating a work culture where employees enjoy coming to work. The selection process, conducted by Best Companies Group, was based on a thorough assessment of the company's employee policies and procedures and the results of a 65 question employee satisfaction survey. Hinckley, Allen & Snyder believes that its commitment to its employees has helped retain employees as well as keep them happy. "We strive to create a culture in our firm where employees feel they are appreciated and treated with respect," said Megan A. McCormack, Hinckley, Allen & Snyder's Director of Administration, "If we provide a positive work environment that allows employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance then everyone benefits." The Best Places to Work in Rhode Island initiative is a collaborative effort between the Society for Human Resource Management-Rhode Island State Council (RI-SHRM), the publishers of Providence Business News, and Best Companies Group. Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP, a law firm with offices in Providence, Boston and Concord, New Hampshire, was recently chosen for the second year in a row, as one of 22 Best Places to Work in Rhode Island. The award honors companies in Rhode Island that show their dedication to creating a work culture where employees enjoy coming to work. The selection process, conducted by Best Companies Group, was based on a thorough assessment of the company's employee policies and procedures and the results of a 65 question employee satisfaction survey. Hinckley, Allen & Snyder believes that its commitment to its employees has helped retain employees as well as keep them happy. "We strive to create a culture in our firm where employees feel they are appreciated and treated with respect," said Megan A. McCormack, Hinckley, Allen & Snyder's Director of Administration, "If we provide a positive work environment that allows employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance then everyone benefits." The Best Places to Work in Rhode Island initiative is a collaborative effort between the Society for Human Resource Management-Rhode Island State Council (RI-SHRM), the publishers of Providence Business News, and Best Companies Group. Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP is pleased to announce that Pasco Gasbarro, Jr., Partner in the firm's Corporate & Business law practice, was elected to Chairman of the Board of the World Affairs Council of Rhode Island (WACRI). WACRI is a non-profit, non-partisan group comprised of Southeastern New England's leading business and political figures. The council hosts regular meetings with some of the world's leading experts on world affairs, an international visitors program and a series of special school programs, among other activities. Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP is pleased to announce that Pasco Gasbarro, Jr., Partner in the firm's Corporate & Business law practice, was elected to Chairman of the Board of the World Affairs Council of Rhode Island (WACRI). WACRI is a non-profit, non-partisan group comprised of Southeastern New England's leading business and political figures. The council hosts regular meetings with some of the world's leading experts on world affairs, an international visitors program and a series of special school programs, among other activities. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1086 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1086&page=3 Address : 2800 Financial Plaza, Phone : 401-274-9200, City : Providence Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge is pleased to announce that Reta J. Lewis has joined the firm's Washington, D.C. office as Counsel, providing strategic corporate consulting services in public policy and government affairs. Ms. Lewis is a member of the Public Finance and Emerging Markets Practice Groups. "We are thrilled to have Reta as a member of our team," said Terrence M. Finn, Co-Managing Partner of Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge, "she brings more than 20 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, politics and law and is a fantastic addition to our new and growing Washington D.C. office." Ms. Lewis is a prominent government relations veteran who has worked extensively with the Democratic leadership in both Houses of Congress. Ms. Lewis has worked as a senior political advisor to President Clinton and as Vice President and Counselor to the President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, serving as one of the Chamber's experts on small business, and developing strategic relationships to minority and women-owned businesses, non-governmental organizations and constituency groups. Ms. Lewis' practice focuses on providing government relations and strategic counsel to corporations, trade associations, individuals and non-profit organizations before Congress, the White House, regulatory agencies and municipal governments. She also specializes in working with governors, mayors, county executives, their senior staff, and state and local legislators across the country. She has been involved with state, congressional, and six presidential campaigns and serves on the board of directors of multiple philanthropic and academic entities. Ms. Lewis received her J.D. from Emory University, her Master of Science in the Administration of Justice degree from American University, and Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Georgia. She is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and Georgia. Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge is pleased to announce that Reta J. Lewis has joined the firm's Washington, D.C. office as Counsel, providing strategic corporate consulting services in public policy and government affairs. Ms. Lewis is a member of the Public Finance and Emerging Markets Practice Groups. "We are thrilled to have Reta as a member of our team," said Terrence M. Finn, Co-Managing Partner of Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge, "she brings more than 20 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, politics and law and is a fantastic addition to our new and growing Washington D.C. office." Ms. Lewis is a prominent government relations veteran who has worked extensively with the Democratic leadership in both Houses of Congress. Ms. Lewis has worked as a senior political advisor to President Clinton and as Vice President and Counselor to the President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, serving as one of the Chamber's experts on small business, and developing strategic relationships to minority and women-owned businesses, non-governmental organizations and constituency groups. Ms. Lewis' practice focuses on providing government relations and strategic counsel to corporations, trade associations, individuals and non-profit organizations before Congress, the White House, regulatory agencies and municipal governments. She also specializes in working with governors, mayors, county executives, their senior staff, and state and local legislators across the country. She has been involved with state, congressional, and six presidential campaigns and serves on the board of directors of multiple philanthropic and academic entities. Ms. Lewis received her J.D. from Emory University, her Master of Science in the Administration of Justice degree from American University, and Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Georgia. She is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and Georgia. Gail E. Abbey, Kori R. Anderson, Brian K. Wells, Jermaine L. Kidd, Cecelia Lockner, Thomas H. Wintner, Nathaniel Gaede, Evan D. Kearns, Christopher S. Pearsall, Matthew W. Tikonoff, Sucharita S. Varanasi, Brian Landry, Eric B. Mack, Nancy H. Van der Veer, Jason Van Volkenburgh, Carolina M. Felix, Elisabeth J. Piro, Alison A. Reuter, Timothy Bennett-Smyth, Alfred J. Kritzman, Jaime D. Guttman, Sarah E. O'Dea, Cynthia Moh Gail E. Abbey, Kori R. Anderson, Brian K. Wells, Jermaine L. Kidd, Cecelia Lockner, Thomas H. Wintner, Nathaniel Gaede, Evan D. Kearns, Christopher S. Pearsall, Matthew W. Tikonoff, Sucharita S. Varanasi, Brian Landry, Eric B. Mack, Nancy H. Van der Veer, Jason Van Volkenburgh, Carolina M. Felix, Elisabeth J. Piro, Alison A. Reuter, Timothy Bennett-Smyth, Alfred J. Kritzman, Jaime D. Guttman, Sarah E. O'Dea, Cynthia Moh The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York reversed a bankruptcy judge's order and dismissed an accounting malpractice claim against Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge client, BDO Seidman, LLP, in the bankruptcy of Suprema Specialties, Inc., a cheese company that has now been liquidated. The court's ruling hinged on the trustee's failure to serve and file an affidavit of merit within 120 days of BDO's answer as required by the New Jersey statutes. The court held that New Jersey law controlled notwithstanding the fact that the bankruptcy was pending in New York; that the affidavit of merit statute could be applied consistent with the Bankruptcy Rules; that the trustee's failure to appreciate the fact that he was required to comply did not excuse his failure to do so; and that a settlement meeting before the litigation commenced at which the trustee's accounting expert was present did not constitute substantial compliance with the statute. The complaint had sought damages of $175 million. The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York reversed a bankruptcy judge's order and dismissed an accounting malpractice claim against Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge client, BDO Seidman, LLP, in the bankruptcy of Suprema Specialties, Inc., a cheese company that has now been liquidated. The court's ruling hinged on the trustee's failure to serve and file an affidavit of merit within 120 days of BDO's answer as required by the New Jersey statutes. The court held that New Jersey law controlled notwithstanding the fact that the bankruptcy was pending in New York; that the affidavit of merit statute could be applied consistent with the Bankruptcy Rules; that the trustee's failure to appreciate the fact that he was required to comply did not excuse his failure to do so; and that a settlement meeting before the litigation commenced at which the trustee's accounting expert was present did not constitute substantial compliance with the statute. The complaint had sought damages of $175 million. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=688 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=688&page=4 Address : One Financial PlazaSuite 1800, Phone : 401-751-8500, City : Providence Good Bye Seattle, San Antonio & Rancho Santa Fe! Holland & Knight is closing it's Seattle, San Antonio, & Rancho Santa Fe, CA offices. They decided that those markets do not strategically fit within there long-term growth. Holland & Knight LLP is pleased to announce that the firm received a rating of 100 - the highest possible rating - in the Human Rights Campaign's sixth annual Corporate Equality Index. The Corporate Equality Index, which this year rates 519 businesses, measures the extent to which employers protect their gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) employees. The Index rates employers on a scale from 0 to 100 percent on their treatment of GLBT employees, consumers and investors. Ratings are based on factors like non-discrimination policies, diversity training and benefits for domestic partners and transgender employees. "Holland & Knight is proud to be recognized by the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index with its highest possible rating," said Managing Partner Howell W. Melton, Jr. "Diversity is a core value at Holland & Knight. It is our goal to be a diversity leader and a firm reflective of the clients and the communities we serve." "More businesses than ever before have recognized the value of a diverse and dedicated workforce," said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. "More importantly, these employers understand that discrimination against GLBT workers will ultimately hurt their ability to compete in the global marketplace." Holland & Knight, along with other employers that received a 100 rating, will be honored at an awards reception in New York City to be held on October 17. Holland & Knight LLP is pleased to announce that the firm received a rating of 100 - the highest possible rating - in the Human Rights Campaign's sixth annual Corporate Equality Index. The Corporate Equality Index, which this year rates 519 businesses, measures the extent to which employers protect their gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) employees. The Index rates employers on a scale from 0 to 100 percent on their treatment of GLBT employees, consumers and investors. Ratings are based on factors like non-discrimination policies, diversity training and benefits for domestic partners and transgender employees. "Holland & Knight is proud to be recognized by the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index with its highest possible rating," said Managing Partner Howell W. Melton, Jr. "Diversity is a core value at Holland & Knight. It is our goal to be a diversity leader and a firm reflective of the clients and the communities we serve." "More businesses than ever before have recognized the value of a diverse and dedicated workforce," said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. "More importantly, these employers understand that discrimination against GLBT workers will ultimately hurt their ability to compete in the global marketplace." Holland & Knight, along with other employers that received a 100 rating, will be honored at an awards reception in New York City to be held on October 17. Holland & Knight is pleased to announce that 198 lawyers representing 49 different practice areas have been named by their peers to the 2008 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. The firm leads the nation with the most attorneys listed in the categories of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Land Use & Zoning, Maritime Law, and Trusts and Estates. Published since 1983, The Best Lawyers in America is widely regarded as the preeminent referral guide to the legal profession in the United States. The Best Lawyers lists are compiled through an exhaustive peer-review survey in which thousands of the top lawyers in the U.S. confidentially evaluate their professional peers. The following lawyers were recognized in their respective practice areas. The notations of "10", "20" and "25" indicate how many years that individual has been included on the list. Holland & Knight is pleased to announce that 198 lawyers representing 49 different practice areas have been named by their peers to the 2008 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. The firm leads the nation with the most attorneys listed in the categories of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Land Use & Zoning, Maritime Law, and Trusts and Estates. Published since 1983, The Best Lawyers in America is widely regarded as the preeminent referral guide to the legal profession in the United States. The Best Lawyers lists are compiled through an exhaustive peer-review survey in which thousands of the top lawyers in the U.S. confidentially evaluate their professional peers. The following lawyers were recognized in their respective practice areas. The notations of "10", "20" and "25" indicate how many years that individual has been included on the list. William F. "Bill" Hamilton, a litigation partner in the Tampa office of Holland & Knight, will be an adjunct professor at University of Florida's Levin College of Law during the Fall semester teaching a ground breaking course on Electronic Data Discovery & Evidence. This unique advanced full credit law school course covering issues and practice will include location and preservation of data, disclosure, discovery methods, ethical issues, sanctions, records management and admissibility of evidence. Hamilton focuses his practice on complex litigation in the areas of intellectual property (copyright, trademark, patent and trade secrets law), technology law, class action defense, telecommunications, antitrust and trade regulation, and unfair trade practices. Hamilton is Board Certified in Business Litigation by The Florida Bar. William F. "Bill" Hamilton, a litigation partner in the Tampa office of Holland & Knight, will be an adjunct professor at University of Florida's Levin College of Law during the Fall semester teaching a ground breaking course on Electronic Data Discovery & Evidence. This unique advanced full credit law school course covering issues and practice will include location and preservation of data, disclosure, discovery methods, ethical issues, sanctions, records management and admissibility of evidence. Hamilton focuses his practice on complex litigation in the areas of intellectual property (copyright, trademark, patent and trade secrets law), technology law, class action defense, telecommunications, antitrust and trade regulation, and unfair trade practices. Hamilton is Board Certified in Business Litigation by The Florida Bar. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1108 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1108&page=5 Address : 180 South Main Street, Phone : 401-861-8200, City : Providence http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1839 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1839&page=6 Address : The Hay BuildingFourth Floor, 123 Dyer Street, Phone : 401-272-3500, City : Providence http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1075 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1075&page=7