http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_wa.php Judged Law Firm en-us (C) 2006 Judged. All rights reserved. contact@judged.com(Judged) contact@judged.com Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:22:34 -0500 Law Firms http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_wa.php 60 http://www.judged.com/images/xml_rss_feed.gif http://www.judged.com/jdfirmrssfeed_wa.php Address : 1501 Fourth AvenueSuite 2600, Phone : 206-622-3150, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=590 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=590&page=39 Address : P.O. Box C-90016, Phone : 425-455-1234, City : Bellevue http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1154 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1154&page=2 Address : 1201 Third AvenueSuite 4800, Phone : 206-359-8000, City : Seattle In an article that appeared in the Washington Post, Bob Bauer, a partner in Perkins Coie's Washington, D.C. office, shared his views of the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in June that may change the landscape in campaign finance law. The Court held that the Constitution did not permit Congress to rule out of bounds all "issue ads" or grassroots lobbying referring to federal candidates and funded by corporations and unions immediately before an election. The FEC will now use the opinion as a guide to establish specific guidelines on when an ad is lobbying Congress on an issue, and therefore is permitted, and when an ad crosses the line into electioneering. The article quoted election law experts, such as Bauer and Richard Hasen of Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, who's interpretation of the ruling is quite different. "His position is that the law has been shaken to its foundations and is in danger of collapse. Mine is that the opinion is more narrowly drawn than he claims and that ads paid for by corporations of the Swift boat type -- hard attacks on persona, character or fitness -- will remain out of bounds in the pre-election period," Bauer was quoted as saying in the article. Further details on Bauer's position in the matter can be found at his blog In an article that appeared in the Washington Post, Bob Bauer, a partner in Perkins Coie's Washington, D.C. office, shared his views of the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in June that may change the landscape in campaign finance law. The Court held that the Constitution did not permit Congress to rule out of bounds all "issue ads" or grassroots lobbying referring to federal candidates and funded by corporations and unions immediately before an election. The FEC will now use the opinion as a guide to establish specific guidelines on when an ad is lobbying Congress on an issue, and therefore is permitted, and when an ad crosses the line into electioneering. The article quoted election law experts, such as Bauer and Richard Hasen of Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, who's interpretation of the ruling is quite different. "His position is that the law has been shaken to its foundations and is in danger of collapse. Mine is that the opinion is more narrowly drawn than he claims and that ads paid for by corporations of the Swift boat type -- hard attacks on persona, character or fitness -- will remain out of bounds in the pre-election period," Bauer was quoted as saying in the article. Further details on Bauer's position in the matter can be found at his blog On behalf of client Vonage Holdings Corp., Perkins Coie obtained complete dismissal of a purported class action anti-spam case filed against Vonage in California. The plaintiff, a recent law school graduate represented by Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP, sought damages and injunctive relief from Vonage in California state court on the theory that email advertisements for Vonage services sent from more than one domain name violated California's anti-spam law, Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code Section 17529.5, and Consumer Legal Remedies Act. Vonage removed the case to the Central District of California and moved to dismiss. The Court (Judge Feess) agreed with Vonage, holding that the complaint failed to state a claim under California's 17529.5 anti-spam law; the federal CAN-SPAM Act preempted the plaintiff's 17529.5 claim; and the plaintiff lacked standing to sue under California's Consumers Legal Remedies Act because he neither sought nor acquired Vonage broadband telephone services. The Court dismissed the case in its entirety with prejudice and expressly without leave to amend. Nonetheless, the plaintiff subsequently filed a motion to amend the complaint to restate his 17529.5 California anti-spam claim and to replace his Consumer Legal Remedies Act claim with a claim under California Business and Professions Code Section 17200. The Court denied the plaintiff's motion, pointing again to the claims' preemption and failure to state a claim. On behalf of client Vonage Holdings Corp., Perkins Coie obtained complete dismissal of a purported class action anti-spam case filed against Vonage in California. The plaintiff, a recent law school graduate represented by Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP, sought damages and injunctive relief from Vonage in California state court on the theory that email advertisements for Vonage services sent from more than one domain name violated California's anti-spam law, Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code Section 17529.5, and Consumer Legal Remedies Act. Vonage removed the case to the Central District of California and moved to dismiss. The Court (Judge Feess) agreed with Vonage, holding that the complaint failed to state a claim under California's 17529.5 anti-spam law; the federal CAN-SPAM Act preempted the plaintiff's 17529.5 claim; and the plaintiff lacked standing to sue under California's Consumers Legal Remedies Act because he neither sought nor acquired Vonage broadband telephone services. The Court dismissed the case in its entirety with prejudice and expressly without leave to amend. Nonetheless, the plaintiff subsequently filed a motion to amend the complaint to restate his 17529.5 California anti-spam claim and to replace his Consumer Legal Remedies Act claim with a claim under California Business and Professions Code Section 17200. The Court denied the plaintiff's motion, pointing again to the claims' preemption and failure to state a claim. Perkins Coie proudly announces that it has been recognized among the country's top law firms by Corporate Counsel magazine. In the "2007 Who Represents America's Biggest Companies" list, Perkins Coie's Intellectual Property practice was recognized three times at the top of the rankings. In addition, the firm was also noted in the areas of labor, patent, commercial law and contracts litigation. Corporate Counsel magazine has published the list annually for the past six years. Perkins Coie is listed as representing the following companies: * Boeing (labor, IP litigation & patent prosecution) * Costco (commercial law & contracts litigation) * Google (IP litigation & patent prosecution) * Microsoft (IP litigation & patent prosecution) * Paccar (commercial law & contracts litigation) * Qwest (labor) * UPS (labor) This year, Corporate Counsel changed its research methodology in the hopes of gathering more comprehensive data. In the past, the magazine would survey law departments asking them to name their top seven firms in four different practices. This year, the magazine researched public records, court papers, filings and other legal documents to find out which law firms are used by FORTUNE 250 companies. Perkins Coie proudly announces that it has been recognized among the country's top law firms by Corporate Counsel magazine. In the "2007 Who Represents America's Biggest Companies" list, Perkins Coie's Intellectual Property practice was recognized three times at the top of the rankings. In addition, the firm was also noted in the areas of labor, patent, commercial law and contracts litigation. Corporate Counsel magazine has published the list annually for the past six years. Perkins Coie is listed as representing the following companies: * Boeing (labor, IP litigation & patent prosecution) * Costco (commercial law & contracts litigation) * Google (IP litigation & patent prosecution) * Microsoft (IP litigation & patent prosecution) * Paccar (commercial law & contracts litigation) * Qwest (labor) * UPS (labor) This year, Corporate Counsel changed its research methodology in the hopes of gathering more comprehensive data. In the past, the magazine would survey law departments asking them to name their top seven firms in four different practices. This year, the magazine researched public records, court papers, filings and other legal documents to find out which law firms are used by FORTUNE 250 companies. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1868 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1868&page=24 Address : 800 Bellevue Way, NESuite 400, Phone : 425-637-3009, City : Bellevue http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1364 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1364&page=4 Address : 4122 Factoria Blvd. SESuite 400, Phone : 425-641-5353, City : Bellevue http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=100191 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=100191&page=5 Address : One Union Square600 University, Suite 2100, Phone : , City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=930 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=930&page=14 Address : 2707 Colby AvenueSuite 1001, Phone : 425-252-5161, City : Everett http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=42 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=42&page=7 Address : 3525 Colby AvenueP.O. Box 488, Suite 333, Phone : 425-252-5167, City : Everett http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=267 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=267&page=8 Address : 11 Front Street S, Phone : 425-392-7090, City : Issaquah http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1266 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1266&page=9 Address : 7025 West Grandridge BoulevardSuite A, Phone : 509-735-1542, City : Kennewick http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1826 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1826&page=10 Address : 515 North Stratford Road, Phone : 509-765-9705, City : Moses Lake http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1186 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1186&page=11 Address : 701 Fifth AvenueSuite 2850, Phone : 206-622-2295, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=589 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=589&page=12 Address : 600 University StreetSuite 2424, Phone : 206-464-0404, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2429 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2429&page=13 Address : 1001 Fourth AvenueSuite 4500, Phone : 206-624-3600, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1995 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1995&page=15 Address : 1221 Second AvenueSuite 500, Phone : 206-623-1745, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1085 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1085&page=16 Address : 600 UniversitySuite 3600, Phone : 206-624-0900, City : Seattle Sixteen attorneys from the Salt Lake City office of Stoel Rives LLP have been chosen by their peers as "Super Lawyers," an honor bestowed on only about 5% of all lawyers in the Mountain States region. The Stoel Rives attorneys named as Mountain States Super Lawyers for 2007 are listed below, along with the area of law in which each was selected: * Keith Adams, Estate Planning & Probate * John Anderson, Personal Injury Defense Products * Ken Black, General Litigation * Thomas Ellison, Real Estate * Brent Giauque, Mergers & Acquisitions * Ervin Holmes, Real Estate * Richard Johnson II, Estate Planning & Probate * Nathan Jones, Mergers & Acquisitions * David Jordan, Business Litigation * Danny Kelly, Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights * John Kirkham, Energy & Natural Resources * Guy Kroesche, Real Estate * Kevin Laurence, Intellectual Property * Michael Mangelson, Intellectual Property * Ronald Moffitt, Mergers & Acquisitions * Gregory Monson, Utilities The Mountain States Super Lawyers Directory is the result of ballots being sent to lawyers in the region asking them to name the best lawyers they have personally observed in action. Lawyers eligible to participate include those who have been in practice for at least five years. Sixteen attorneys from the Salt Lake City office of Stoel Rives LLP have been chosen by their peers as "Super Lawyers," an honor bestowed on only about 5% of all lawyers in the Mountain States region. The Stoel Rives attorneys named as Mountain States Super Lawyers for 2007 are listed below, along with the area of law in which each was selected: * Keith Adams, Estate Planning & Probate * John Anderson, Personal Injury Defense Products * Ken Black, General Litigation * Thomas Ellison, Real Estate * Brent Giauque, Mergers & Acquisitions * Ervin Holmes, Real Estate * Richard Johnson II, Estate Planning & Probate * Nathan Jones, Mergers & Acquisitions * David Jordan, Business Litigation * Danny Kelly, Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights * John Kirkham, Energy & Natural Resources * Guy Kroesche, Real Estate * Kevin Laurence, Intellectual Property * Michael Mangelson, Intellectual Property * Ronald Moffitt, Mergers & Acquisitions * Gregory Monson, Utilities The Mountain States Super Lawyers Directory is the result of ballots being sent to lawyers in the region asking them to name the best lawyers they have personally observed in action. Lawyers eligible to participate include those who have been in practice for at least five years. The law firm Stoel Rives LLP is pleased to announce that Lourdes Fuentes has joined the firm as Director of Lawyer Recruiting and Diversity. Based in Seattle, she will supervise Stoel Rives' firmwide law student and attorney recruiting programs, as well as manage efforts to recruit and retain attorneys who contribute to the firm's diversity. Fuentes has more than a decade of legal experience. Much of her substantial community involvement has focused on career pipeline, recruitment and retention issues. The Washington State Supreme Court appointed her to its Minority and Justice Commission and later to its Gender and Justice Commission. She served on both commissions until 2005, helping organize educational sessions for the statewide conference for judges and serving on the Minority Advisory Council to the Glass Ceiling Task Force. Most recently, Fuentes was director of the University of Washington School of Law's Immigration Law Clinic and has recruited and mentored law students through the Alumni Ambassadors program. She has twice been named one of Seattle's Top Lawyers by Seattle Magazine. In addition, she was honored with the Outstanding Lawyer Award from the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington in 2004. "We are excited to have someone of Lourdes' talent and experience leading our recruitment team," says Beth Ugoretz, Stoel Rives' Managing Partner. "She is eminently qualified to help further our firm's commitment to diversity and attract top attorneys." A frequent presenter at schools, conferences and continuing legal education classes, Fuentes recently spoke at the American Conference Institute's Fourth National Forum on Law Firm Diversity and at the American Bar Association's national conference "Adversity Within Diversity: Understanding Other Communities." She has also been active in numerous professional and community organizations. "Lourdes' position is a new step in our continuing efforts to foster an inclusive professional environment that respects and values differences," comments Robert Hirshon, the firm's Chief Operating Officer. "Stoel Rives recognizes diversity as both a positive social value and a vital ingredient in business innovation, and considers it one of the firm's core values." The firm's goals include successfully recruiting, developing and retaining attorneys and staff of diverse backgrounds and characteristics, as well as supporting diversity in its communities. The law firm Stoel Rives LLP is pleased to announce that Lourdes Fuentes has joined the firm as Director of Lawyer Recruiting and Diversity. Based in Seattle, she will supervise Stoel Rives' firmwide law student and attorney recruiting programs, as well as manage efforts to recruit and retain attorneys who contribute to the firm's diversity. Fuentes has more than a decade of legal experience. Much of her substantial community involvement has focused on career pipeline, recruitment and retention issues. The Washington State Supreme Court appointed her to its Minority and Justice Commission and later to its Gender and Justice Commission. She served on both commissions until 2005, helping organize educational sessions for the statewide conference for judges and serving on the Minority Advisory Council to the Glass Ceiling Task Force. Most recently, Fuentes was director of the University of Washington School of Law's Immigration Law Clinic and has recruited and mentored law students through the Alumni Ambassadors program. She has twice been named one of Seattle's Top Lawyers by Seattle Magazine. In addition, she was honored with the Outstanding Lawyer Award from the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington in 2004. "We are excited to have someone of Lourdes' talent and experience leading our recruitment team," says Beth Ugoretz, Stoel Rives' Managing Partner. "She is eminently qualified to help further our firm's commitment to diversity and attract top attorneys." A frequent presenter at schools, conferences and continuing legal education classes, Fuentes recently spoke at the American Conference Institute's Fourth National Forum on Law Firm Diversity and at the American Bar Association's national conference "Adversity Within Diversity: Understanding Other Communities." She has also been active in numerous professional and community organizations. "Lourdes' position is a new step in our continuing efforts to foster an inclusive professional environment that respects and values differences," comments Robert Hirshon, the firm's Chief Operating Officer. "Stoel Rives recognizes diversity as both a positive social value and a vital ingredient in business innovation, and considers it one of the firm's core values." The firm's goals include successfully recruiting, developing and retaining attorneys and staff of diverse backgrounds and characteristics, as well as supporting diversity in its communities. The law firm Stoel Rives LLP is proud to announce that its Chief Operating Officer, Robert Hirshon, has been named chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Commission on Second Season of Service. He will serve a one-year term as chair, beginning on August 14 at the end of the ABA's annual meeting. The Commission on Second Season of Service represents the ABA's recognition that lawyers reaching the final stages of their careers do not necessarily want to hang up their briefcases and leave the law. The commission's goal is to help transition those of its members who wish to continue practicing law with a new career pathway, as a form of public service or in some combination of the two. Hirshon was president of the ABA from 2001 through 2002, and is a well-known lawyer, writer and speaker. He recently joined Stoel Rives after serving as chief executive officer at Tonkon Torp since 2003. Before that, Hirshon practiced law for 30 years with the Portland, Maine firm of Drummond, Woodsum & MacMahon. He does not currently practice law and is not licensed to practice in Oregon. He has held numerous leadership roles in the ABA and other organizations, and has earned various awards and honors, including the Muskie Access to Justice Award. The law firm Stoel Rives LLP is proud to announce that its Chief Operating Officer, Robert Hirshon, has been named chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Commission on Second Season of Service. He will serve a one-year term as chair, beginning on August 14 at the end of the ABA's annual meeting. The Commission on Second Season of Service represents the ABA's recognition that lawyers reaching the final stages of their careers do not necessarily want to hang up their briefcases and leave the law. The commission's goal is to help transition those of its members who wish to continue practicing law with a new career pathway, as a form of public service or in some combination of the two. Hirshon was president of the ABA from 2001 through 2002, and is a well-known lawyer, writer and speaker. He recently joined Stoel Rives after serving as chief executive officer at Tonkon Torp since 2003. Before that, Hirshon practiced law for 30 years with the Portland, Maine firm of Drummond, Woodsum & MacMahon. He does not currently practice law and is not licensed to practice in Oregon. He has held numerous leadership roles in the ABA and other organizations, and has earned various awards and honors, including the Muskie Access to Justice Award. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2276 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2276&page=17 Address : 601 Union StreetSuite 2830, Phone : 206-382-1830, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=691 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=691&page=18 Address : 601 Union StreetSuite 4100, Phone : 206-628-6600, City : Seattle Williams Kastner Associate Attorney Sharon Peters is featured in the Portland Business Journal with her article on the new legislation in Oregon regarding noncompete agreements, "New law drastically alters noncompete agreements." Sharon is an employment attorney in our Portland office. She advises employers and employees throughout Oregon on employment and business matters Williams Kastner Associate Attorney Sharon Peters is featured in the Portland Business Journal with her article on the new legislation in Oregon regarding noncompete agreements, "New law drastically alters noncompete agreements." Sharon is an employment attorney in our Portland office. She advises employers and employees throughout Oregon on employment and business matters Williams Kastner's Gabe Galanda speaks about Tribal Sovereign Immunity at the University of Arizona Seattle, Wash. (August 13, 2007) - Gabe Galanda recently participated in a broadcast forum hosted by Native Nations Institute (NNI) Radio, which convened a group of tribal leaders and Indian law experts in Tucson to discuss tribal sovereign immunity and the need for Native nations to approach the issue strategically. Moderated by Harvard Project on American Indian Economic Development Co-Director Joseph P. Kalt, the forum, which was featured on public television and is available by podcast, seeks to provide tribal leaders and their constituents some important food for thought as they seek to protect their nations' interests and advance their nation-building priorities. Gabe spoke along with tribal visionaries Citizen Potawatomi Nation Chairman Rocky Barrett, University of Arizona College of Law Professor Rob Williams, and Ho-Chunk, Inc. CEO Land Morgan. Gabe Galanda is a senior associate in the Seattle office and his practice focuses on complex, multi-party Indian law and gaming litigation and representing Indian tribes. He also assists tribal governments with economic development and diversification initiatives, and works with corporate entities doing business in Indian Country. Gabe is a descendant of the Nomlaki and Concow Tribes and enrolled member of the Round Valley Indian Tribes. Williams Kastner's Gabe Galanda speaks about Tribal Sovereign Immunity at the University of Arizona Seattle, Wash. (August 13, 2007) - Gabe Galanda recently participated in a broadcast forum hosted by Native Nations Institute (NNI) Radio, which convened a group of tribal leaders and Indian law experts in Tucson to discuss tribal sovereign immunity and the need for Native nations to approach the issue strategically. Moderated by Harvard Project on American Indian Economic Development Co-Director Joseph P. Kalt, the forum, which was featured on public television and is available by podcast, seeks to provide tribal leaders and their constituents some important food for thought as they seek to protect their nations' interests and advance their nation-building priorities. Gabe spoke along with tribal visionaries Citizen Potawatomi Nation Chairman Rocky Barrett, University of Arizona College of Law Professor Rob Williams, and Ho-Chunk, Inc. CEO Land Morgan. Gabe Galanda is a senior associate in the Seattle office and his practice focuses on complex, multi-party Indian law and gaming litigation and representing Indian tribes. He also assists tribal governments with economic development and diversification initiatives, and works with corporate entities doing business in Indian Country. Gabe is a descendant of the Nomlaki and Concow Tribes and enrolled member of the Round Valley Indian Tribes. Randy Aliment has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Governors at City University of Seattle. Randy served as legal counsel for City University from 2000 to 2006 when he was appointed to the Board. He begins his tenure as chair July 1, 2007. As Chairman of the Board, Randy, along with the other members, is responsible for approving and monitoring the implementation of the mission of the institution, along with overseeing the establishment of broad institutional policies. Randy Aliment is a senior member in the Seattle office, joining the firm in 1980 and serving as Chairman from 1994-96. His practice emphasizes commercial litigation and higher education law. He has repeatedly been recognized as an outstanding Pacific Northwest lawyer including: Washington CEO in 2006; Seattle Magazine in 2007 and in Seattle Business Monthly as one of Seattle's Best Business Lawyers in 2007. Randy is active in several local and national associations including the Washington State and American Bar Associations (Steering Committee on Leadership-Diversity Initiative). He received his J.D. from Seattle University Law School graduating second in his class and summa cum laude. Randy Aliment has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Governors at City University of Seattle. Randy served as legal counsel for City University from 2000 to 2006 when he was appointed to the Board. He begins his tenure as chair July 1, 2007. As Chairman of the Board, Randy, along with the other members, is responsible for approving and monitoring the implementation of the mission of the institution, along with overseeing the establishment of broad institutional policies. Randy Aliment is a senior member in the Seattle office, joining the firm in 1980 and serving as Chairman from 1994-96. His practice emphasizes commercial litigation and higher education law. He has repeatedly been recognized as an outstanding Pacific Northwest lawyer including: Washington CEO in 2006; Seattle Magazine in 2007 and in Seattle Business Monthly as one of Seattle's Best Business Lawyers in 2007. Randy is active in several local and national associations including the Washington State and American Bar Associations (Steering Committee on Leadership-Diversity Initiative). He received his J.D. from Seattle University Law School graduating second in his class and summa cum laude. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2545 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2545&page=19 Address : 925 Fourth AvenueSuite 2900, Phone : 206-623-7580, City : Seattle Minority Representation Why do all the major law firms in Seattle have less than 10 % minority representation?!  I thought Seattle was a progressive city.  Preston, Gates has some of the worst numbers.  Heck, even those snobby firms in the South have better representation.  I can only assume, that the law firms in Seattle are more racist than the ones in the South. Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis LLP ("K&L Gates") has advised Henderson Central London Office fund on the £100.1 million sale of 27 Knightsbridge to Morley Fund Management. K&L Gates real estate partners Wayne Smith and Chris Major and associate Ashley Mather led the transaction. Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis LLP ("K&L Gates") has advised Henderson Central London Office fund on the £100.1 million sale of 27 Knightsbridge to Morley Fund Management. K&L Gates real estate partners Wayne Smith and Chris Major and associate Ashley Mather led the transaction. Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis LLP (K&L Gates) has received CIO magazine's annual CIO 100 Plus One Award, recognizing five recipients of the CIO 100 who have demonstrated outstanding achievement toward a specific business goal. K&L Gates received the Plus One Award in Business Innovation for its legal information system. One example of innovation within the industry is K&L Gates' legal information system (LIS), which provides technology-enabled solutions for creating and sharing legal knowledge and products with clients through a platform that allows for anywhere/anytime access. "At K&L Gates, we work hard to enhance client service and other business operations," says K&L Gates' Chief Information Officer Steven W. Agnoli. "This recognition as well as the firm's four CIO 100 Awards are validation that we're making an impact with our technology solutions." K&L Gates received its most recent CIO 100 Award in August and is named regularly by the CIO 100 program. Its recognitions from 2002-2004 made K&L Gates the first law firm in the world to receive three consecutive awards. "At K&L Gates, technology is not an end in itself," adds Peter J. Kalis, K&L Gates' Chairman and Global Managing Partner. "We use it to achieve innovative and efficient solutions for clients, and the Plus One Award is emblematic of our success." The four other enterprises honored with the CIO 100 Plus One Award were: Hilton Hotels for customer satisfaction, Johnson & Johnson Pharmaceutical Research and Development for competitive advantage, Marriott International for security excellence and Merrill Lynch for improved productivity. Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis LLP (K&L Gates) has received CIO magazine's annual CIO 100 Plus One Award, recognizing five recipients of the CIO 100 who have demonstrated outstanding achievement toward a specific business goal. K&L Gates received the Plus One Award in Business Innovation for its legal information system. One example of innovation within the industry is K&L Gates' legal information system (LIS), which provides technology-enabled solutions for creating and sharing legal knowledge and products with clients through a platform that allows for anywhere/anytime access. "At K&L Gates, we work hard to enhance client service and other business operations," says K&L Gates' Chief Information Officer Steven W. Agnoli. "This recognition as well as the firm's four CIO 100 Awards are validation that we're making an impact with our technology solutions." K&L Gates received its most recent CIO 100 Award in August and is named regularly by the CIO 100 program. Its recognitions from 2002-2004 made K&L Gates the first law firm in the world to receive three consecutive awards. "At K&L Gates, technology is not an end in itself," adds Peter J. Kalis, K&L Gates' Chairman and Global Managing Partner. "We use it to achieve innovative and efficient solutions for clients, and the Plus One Award is emblematic of our success." The four other enterprises honored with the CIO 100 Plus One Award were: Hilton Hotels for customer satisfaction, Johnson & Johnson Pharmaceutical Research and Development for competitive advantage, Marriott International for security excellence and Merrill Lynch for improved productivity. William H. Neukom, a partner in the Seattle office Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis LLP (K&L Gates), was sworn in on Monday, August 13 as the 131st president of the American Bar Association (ABA) at the organization's annual meeting in San Francisco. As president, Neukom will focus on collaboration, within the association as well as with other associations; strategic management and structure; improved information technology; an enhanced culture of inclusion and opportunity; and the "World Justice Project," an effort to create a multi-national and multi-disciplinary movement to advance the rule of law in the United States and in other countries. "Bill is known across the country and in the legal community at-large as a tireless advocate for human rights and the rule of law," said Peter Kalis, K&L Gates' Chairman and Global Managing Partner. "Under his leadership, the ABA will have a decided emphasis on achievement of equal justice throughout the world, both in recognition of fundamental human rights and as the foundation for growing prosperous societies. We are honored to have Bill walk the halls of K&L Gates and offer our warmest congratulations." Active in organized bar work for more than 35 years, Neukom served three terms as the Washington State Delegate to the ABA House of Delegates. He also served as secretary of the ABA, and chaired the Young Lawyers Division of both the ABA and the Seattle-King County Bar Association. Neukom served as Microsoft Corporation's lead lawyer for nearly a quarter century, from 1978 to 1985 while in private practice and from 1985 to 2002 as its general counsel. During his tenure as general counsel, Neukom established Microsoft's Law & Corporate Affairs Department and grew the group from five employees to more than 600. As head of the department he oversaw the company's legal matters as well as its corporate affairs, including government, industry and community affairs. Neukom has also been active in civic matters, as chair of the board of trustees of Dartmouth College, and as a board member of the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce, the YMCA of Greater Seattle, the National Judicial College, the Pacific Council on International Policy and the University of Puget Sound. He earned his law degree from Stanford University in 1967 and his A.B. from Dartmouth College in 1964. The American Bar Association is the largest voluntary professional membership association in the world. With more than 400,000 members, the ABA provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, information about the law, programs to assist lawyers and judges in their work, and initiatives to improve the legal system for the public. William H. Neukom, a partner in the Seattle office Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis LLP (K&L Gates), was sworn in on Monday, August 13 as the 131st president of the American Bar Association (ABA) at the organization's annual meeting in San Francisco. As president, Neukom will focus on collaboration, within the association as well as with other associations; strategic management and structure; improved information technology; an enhanced culture of inclusion and opportunity; and the "World Justice Project," an effort to create a multi-national and multi-disciplinary movement to advance the rule of law in the United States and in other countries. "Bill is known across the country and in the legal community at-large as a tireless advocate for human rights and the rule of law," said Peter Kalis, K&L Gates' Chairman and Global Managing Partner. "Under his leadership, the ABA will have a decided emphasis on achievement of equal justice throughout the world, both in recognition of fundamental human rights and as the foundation for growing prosperous societies. We are honored to have Bill walk the halls of K&L Gates and offer our warmest congratulations." Active in organized bar work for more than 35 years, Neukom served three terms as the Washington State Delegate to the ABA House of Delegates. He also served as secretary of the ABA, and chaired the Young Lawyers Division of both the ABA and the Seattle-King County Bar Association. Neukom served as Microsoft Corporation's lead lawyer for nearly a quarter century, from 1978 to 1985 while in private practice and from 1985 to 2002 as its general counsel. During his tenure as general counsel, Neukom established Microsoft's Law & Corporate Affairs Department and grew the group from five employees to more than 600. As head of the department he oversaw the company's legal matters as well as its corporate affairs, including government, industry and community affairs. Neukom has also been active in civic matters, as chair of the board of trustees of Dartmouth College, and as a board member of the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce, the YMCA of Greater Seattle, the National Judicial College, the Pacific Council on International Policy and the University of Puget Sound. He earned his law degree from Stanford University in 1967 and his A.B. from Dartmouth College in 1964. The American Bar Association is the largest voluntary professional membership association in the world. With more than 400,000 members, the ABA provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, information about the law, programs to assist lawyers and judges in their work, and initiatives to improve the legal system for the public. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1920 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1920&page=20 Address : 2801 Alaskan WaySuite 300, Phone : 206-624-8300, City : Seattle Graham & Dunn PC is tied for fourth in Corporate Board Member magazine's list of the best corporate law firms in Seattle. The study identifies the top 20 national corporate law firms and the top five corporate law firms in 25 major metropolitan areas. The rankings are published in the July/August 2007 issue of Corporate Board Member magazine. About the Survey Corporate Board Member/FTI Consulting surveyed directors serving on boards of publicly traded companies listed with the NYSE, NASDAQ, or American Stock Exchange. The directors were divided into groups based on the location of their companies within metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs). Directors in each of the 25 MSAs featured received a questionnaire specific to their location that included a list of 20 local firms and two write-in options. To be included in the list, each firm had to practice business, corporate, or commercial law and had to be one of the 20 largest firms in its area by number of attorneys. Respondents were asked to select the five local law firms, from the list provided or as a write-in, they would most likely select to aid their companies on a broad range of corporate legal issues. The top five law firms in each MSA are listed in the magazine based on the number of votes received. Graham & Dunn PC is tied for fourth in Corporate Board Member magazine's list of the best corporate law firms in Seattle. The study identifies the top 20 national corporate law firms and the top five corporate law firms in 25 major metropolitan areas. The rankings are published in the July/August 2007 issue of Corporate Board Member magazine. About the Survey Corporate Board Member/FTI Consulting surveyed directors serving on boards of publicly traded companies listed with the NYSE, NASDAQ, or American Stock Exchange. The directors were divided into groups based on the location of their companies within metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs). Directors in each of the 25 MSAs featured received a questionnaire specific to their location that included a list of 20 local firms and two write-in options. To be included in the list, each firm had to practice business, corporate, or commercial law and had to be one of the 20 largest firms in its area by number of attorneys. Respondents were asked to select the five local law firms, from the list provided or as a write-in, they would most likely select to aid their companies on a broad range of corporate legal issues. The top five law firms in each MSA are listed in the magazine based on the number of votes received. Graham & Dunn has chosen a senior at Cleveland High School as the recipient of the 2007 Graham & Dunn Memorial Scholarship award. Each year Graham & Dunn awards the scholarship to a Seattle high school student who exemplifies leadership, scholastic aptitude and commitment to the community, and who has demonstrated the ability to overcome adversity. Kristine Walker is this year's recipient. The Graham & Dunn Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1994 to honor deceased members of the firm by enhancing the opportunity for others to realize their full scholastic and professional potential. Graham & Dunn has chosen a senior at Cleveland High School as the recipient of the 2007 Graham & Dunn Memorial Scholarship award. Each year Graham & Dunn awards the scholarship to a Seattle high school student who exemplifies leadership, scholastic aptitude and commitment to the community, and who has demonstrated the ability to overcome adversity. Kristine Walker is this year's recipient. The Graham & Dunn Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1994 to honor deceased members of the firm by enhancing the opportunity for others to realize their full scholastic and professional potential. Washington Law & Politics solicits nominations from over 16,000 Washington attorneys, looking for "Super Lawyers." Attorneys are asked to nominate other lawyers who they've personally seen in action and consider outstanding. The nominations are then reviewed by a panel of industry leaders, and final selections made. Only the top 5% of Washington attorneys made the list. Graham & Dunn is proud to have 14 attorneys achieve "Super Lawyer" status this year. Attorneys from each of our four industry teams-Communications; Financial Services; Hospitality, Beverage & Franchise; and Real Estate-were selected. Washington Law & Politics solicits nominations from over 16,000 Washington attorneys, looking for "Super Lawyers." Attorneys are asked to nominate other lawyers who they've personally seen in action and consider outstanding. The nominations are then reviewed by a panel of industry leaders, and final selections made. Only the top 5% of Washington attorneys made the list. Graham & Dunn is proud to have 14 attorneys achieve "Super Lawyer" status this year. Attorneys from each of our four industry teams-Communications; Financial Services; Hospitality, Beverage & Franchise; and Real Estate-were selected. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=935 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=935&page=21 Address : 700 Fifth AvenueSuite 5800, Phone : 206-622-8020, City : Seattle Carney attorney Dean Butler was recently named to the League of Justice in the March 2006 issue of Washington CEO magazine. The League of Justice, deemed \"Washington\'s most amazing attorneys\" by Washington CEO, was selected through a voting process involving law firms statewide. Dean was recognized as one of the best in his specialty of wills, trusts and estates. Dean is also listed in The Best Lawyers in America. In addition, he was singled out as one of the Top 100 Washington Super Lawyers for 2005 by Washington Law & Politics magazine. Carney attorney Dean Butler was recently named to the League of Justice in the March 2006 issue of Washington CEO magazine. The League of Justice, deemed \"Washington\'s most amazing attorneys\" by Washington CEO, was selected through a voting process involving law firms statewide. Dean was recognized as one of the best in his specialty of wills, trusts and estates. Dean is also listed in The Best Lawyers in America. In addition, he was singled out as one of the Top 100 Washington Super Lawyers for 2005 by Washington Law & Politics magazine. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=379 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=379&page=22 Address : 719 Second AvenueSuite 1150, Phone : 206-623-9372, City : Seattle The Best Lawyers in America® has named seven Van Ness Feldman lawyers as leading practitioners in its 2008 rankings. The Best Lawyers publication ranks attorneys based on objective nominations from their peers. The following Van Ness Feldman lawyers are on the Best Lawyers list: * Bill Frick (Environmental) * Bob Szabo (Government Relations) * Curt Rich (Government Relations) * Mitch Bernstein (Environmental) * Peg Moore (Energy and Natural Resources) * Richard Penna (Environmental and Government Relations) * Robert Nordhaus (Energy and Natural Resources) Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which more than 25,000 leading attorneys cast almost two million votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their specialties. Lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed. The Best Lawyers in America® has named seven Van Ness Feldman lawyers as leading practitioners in its 2008 rankings. The Best Lawyers publication ranks attorneys based on objective nominations from their peers. The following Van Ness Feldman lawyers are on the Best Lawyers list: * Bill Frick (Environmental) * Bob Szabo (Government Relations) * Curt Rich (Government Relations) * Mitch Bernstein (Environmental) * Peg Moore (Energy and Natural Resources) * Richard Penna (Environmental and Government Relations) * Robert Nordhaus (Energy and Natural Resources) Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which more than 25,000 leading attorneys cast almost two million votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their specialties. Lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed. Van Ness Feldman, P.C. is pleased to announce that Tyson Kade has joined the law firm's Seattle, WA office as an associate. Mr. Kade brings particular expertise to the firm's robust and growing Environmental and Natural Resources practices to assist clients impacted by the Endangered Species Act, climate change, electronic and hazardous waste regulations, fisheries management, and FERC relicensing issues. A graduate of University of Washington School of Law, Mr. Kade was a student advocate for the University of Washington's Berman Environmental Law Clinic, gaining litigation experience and significant exposure to Endangered Species Act and Superfund issues. Additionally, Mr. Kade served as a judicial intern for The Honorable James L. Robart in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington and as a law clerk with the Environment and Natural Resources Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Kade served as a fisheries management specialist with the National Marine Fisheries Service. In this position, he gained experience drafting environmental impact statements and fisheries regulations, as well as assisting with Endangered Species Act section 7 consultations. Van Ness Feldman's Seattle-based attorneys provide legal, regulatory, and political counsel to clients throughout the Pacific Northwest, Alaska and Mountain West regarding energy, environmental, and natural resource issues. The firm advises industrial and manufacturing companies and major industry coalitions and associations in significant regulatory and environmental liability issues, including challenges to proposed regulations, preparation of complex permit applications, and legislative matters. Van Ness Feldman, P.C. is pleased to announce that Tyson Kade has joined the law firm's Seattle, WA office as an associate. Mr. Kade brings particular expertise to the firm's robust and growing Environmental and Natural Resources practices to assist clients impacted by the Endangered Species Act, climate change, electronic and hazardous waste regulations, fisheries management, and FERC relicensing issues. A graduate of University of Washington School of Law, Mr. Kade was a student advocate for the University of Washington's Berman Environmental Law Clinic, gaining litigation experience and significant exposure to Endangered Species Act and Superfund issues. Additionally, Mr. Kade served as a judicial intern for The Honorable James L. Robart in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington and as a law clerk with the Environment and Natural Resources Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Kade served as a fisheries management specialist with the National Marine Fisheries Service. In this position, he gained experience drafting environmental impact statements and fisheries regulations, as well as assisting with Endangered Species Act section 7 consultations. Van Ness Feldman's Seattle-based attorneys provide legal, regulatory, and political counsel to clients throughout the Pacific Northwest, Alaska and Mountain West regarding energy, environmental, and natural resource issues. The firm advises industrial and manufacturing companies and major industry coalitions and associations in significant regulatory and environmental liability issues, including challenges to proposed regulations, preparation of complex permit applications, and legislative matters. The well-respected Chambers USA Guide to the Legal Profession highlighted nine Van Ness Feldman lawyers as leading practitioners in its 2007 rankings. In addition, the firm ranked in the Energy: Electricity, Energy: Oil & Gas and Environmental (Washington and Washington, D.C.) categories. The well-respected Chambers USA Guide to the Legal Profession highlighted nine Van Ness Feldman lawyers as leading practitioners in its 2007 rankings. In addition, the firm ranked in the Energy: Electricity, Energy: Oil & Gas and Environmental (Washington and Washington, D.C.) categories. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2428 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2428&page=23 Address : 601 Union StreetSuite 2600, Phone : 206-624-1230, City : Seattle Craig Aird joined our firm on August 6, 2007, to strengthen and add depth to our growing business and estate planning departments. With his LL.M. in Taxation and the ability to speak fluent German, Craig recently spent two years in Frankfurt as a consultant on U.S. tax law and translating for international and German tax matters. He currently advises clients with respect to privately-owned business entities as well as gift and estate planning matters. Craig has experience in fiduciary litigation, Will contests and other contested probate and trust matters, as well as with tax-exempt organizations on 501(c)(3) applications, operations and corporate governance. Craig Aird joined our firm on August 6, 2007, to strengthen and add depth to our growing business and estate planning departments. With his LL.M. in Taxation and the ability to speak fluent German, Craig recently spent two years in Frankfurt as a consultant on U.S. tax law and translating for international and German tax matters. He currently advises clients with respect to privately-owned business entities as well as gift and estate planning matters. Craig has experience in fiduciary litigation, Will contests and other contested probate and trust matters, as well as with tax-exempt organizations on 501(c)(3) applications, operations and corporate governance. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1368 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1368&page=25 Address : 1191 Second Avenue18th Floor, Phone : 206-464-3939, City : Seattle Bruce A. King, an Owner in Garvey Schubert Barer's Seattle office, has been named as a member of the Steering Committee, and as one of two Seattle Representatives, of the Maritime Arbitration Association of the United States. Mr. King's practice focuses on maritime finance and regulation, and general commercial law. His experience includes a wide range of U.S. and foreign-flag vessel financing, chartering and construction projects. He has extensive experience structuring foreign equity ownership and interests in U.S. flag vessels. While in private law practice Mr. King acted as general maritime counsel to a U.S. flag cruise line. Mr. King obtained his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School (1979) and his A.B., with honors, from Brown University (1975). Bruce A. King, an Owner in Garvey Schubert Barer's Seattle office, has been named as a member of the Steering Committee, and as one of two Seattle Representatives, of the Maritime Arbitration Association of the United States. Mr. King's practice focuses on maritime finance and regulation, and general commercial law. His experience includes a wide range of U.S. and foreign-flag vessel financing, chartering and construction projects. He has extensive experience structuring foreign equity ownership and interests in U.S. flag vessels. While in private law practice Mr. King acted as general maritime counsel to a U.S. flag cruise line. Mr. King obtained his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School (1979) and his A.B., with honors, from Brown University (1975). Garvey Schubert Barer is pleased to announce that Matthew C. Hoyer has joined the firm's Washington, D.C. office as an Associate in the Government Contracts group. He advises clients on a variety of issues relating to doing business with federal, state and local government. He counsels and resolves disputes arising from the award and performance of government contracts. Mr. Hoyer is also experienced in the areas of transportation (with an emphasis on government transportation), litigation (in administrative hearings, trials and appellate cases), and labor and employment law. Prior to joining Garvey Schubert Barer, Mr. Hoyer was an attorney with the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC) where he provided counsel on transportation procurements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation and tenders of service as well as labor and employment matters. Prior to that, Mr. Hoyer served over six years on active duty with the Judge Advocate General's Corps of the United States Air Force, including an overseas assignment in Korea, where he advised clients on a diverse array of matters including criminal cases, government contracts, fiscal law, tort claims, labor and employment law, military operations, the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, and government ethics. He earned his J.D. from Emory University School of Law in 1999. He earned B.A.s in both History and Political Science, magna cum laude, from the University of Rochester in 1996, where he was also Phi Beta Kappa. He is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia, New York and Massachusetts. Garvey Schubert Barer is pleased to announce that Matthew C. Hoyer has joined the firm's Washington, D.C. office as an Associate in the Government Contracts group. He advises clients on a variety of issues relating to doing business with federal, state and local government. He counsels and resolves disputes arising from the award and performance of government contracts. Mr. Hoyer is also experienced in the areas of transportation (with an emphasis on government transportation), litigation (in administrative hearings, trials and appellate cases), and labor and employment law. Prior to joining Garvey Schubert Barer, Mr. Hoyer was an attorney with the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC) where he provided counsel on transportation procurements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation and tenders of service as well as labor and employment matters. Prior to that, Mr. Hoyer served over six years on active duty with the Judge Advocate General's Corps of the United States Air Force, including an overseas assignment in Korea, where he advised clients on a diverse array of matters including criminal cases, government contracts, fiscal law, tort claims, labor and employment law, military operations, the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, and government ethics. He earned his J.D. from Emory University School of Law in 1999. He earned B.A.s in both History and Political Science, magna cum laude, from the University of Rochester in 1996, where he was also Phi Beta Kappa. He is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia, New York and Massachusetts. GSB is pleased to announce that Hank T. Wang, an Owner in the firm's Beijing office, was appointed by University of Washington President Mark A. Emmert to serve as Vice President of the University of Washington China office. On August 22, Emmert announced that the University of Washington will open an office in Beijing as part of an effort to expand its presence in China. "Having a person of Hank Wang's experience and talent to lead our China office is essential to its future success," said UW Provost Phyllis Wise. "He brings considerable credibility to the seriousness with which we are pursuing greater engagement in China, and we are very pleased he is joining the University of Washington." Wang will play a vital role identifying, promoting and enabling UW research and learning opportunities with Chinese universities, research institutes, government and industry. He also will manage a China-based staff that will facilitate the work of UW faculty, staff and students in connection with university programs related to China. Wang is a 30-year international law veteran of Chinese origin trained in both the United States and China. In addition to his law practice at GSB, Wang is Professor of Law at Shantou University School of Law and Adjunct Professor of Law at China University of Law and Political Science. GSB is pleased to announce that Hank T. Wang, an Owner in the firm's Beijing office, was appointed by University of Washington President Mark A. Emmert to serve as Vice President of the University of Washington China office. On August 22, Emmert announced that the University of Washington will open an office in Beijing as part of an effort to expand its presence in China. "Having a person of Hank Wang's experience and talent to lead our China office is essential to its future success," said UW Provost Phyllis Wise. "He brings considerable credibility to the seriousness with which we are pursuing greater engagement in China, and we are very pleased he is joining the University of Washington." Wang will play a vital role identifying, promoting and enabling UW research and learning opportunities with Chinese universities, research institutes, government and industry. He also will manage a China-based staff that will facilitate the work of UW faculty, staff and students in connection with university programs related to China. Wang is a 30-year international law veteran of Chinese origin trained in both the United States and China. In addition to his law practice at GSB, Wang is Professor of Law at Shantou University School of Law and Adjunct Professor of Law at China University of Law and Political Science. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=855 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=855&page=26 Address : 2025 1st AvenueSuite 500, Phone : 206-382-9540, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=305 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=305&page=36 Address : 601 Union StreetSuite 4400, Phone : 206-622-8484, City : Seattle Geoffrey Groshong, partner at Miller Nash LLP has been selected by the United States Trustee's office to serve as the trustee over the July 2, 2007, Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by MILA, Inc., a former Mountlake Terrace, Washington, subprime residential mortgage loan company that shut down April 20, 2007. Groshong will be responsible for liquidating MILA's assets and distributing the proceeds to creditors. At the time of the filing, documents provided by MILA showed assets of approximately $7.8 million and liabilities of approximately $174.7 million. Subprime mortgage lender bankruptcy filings have been on the rise since late 2006 as a result of market concerns regarding loan quality. As one of the Pacific Northwest's largest multispecialty law firms focusing on business and litigation, Miller Nash LLP serves clients locally and worldwide from its five offices in Bend, Portland and Prineville, Oregon, and Seattle and Vancouver, Washington. Geoffrey Groshong, partner at Miller Nash LLP has been selected by the United States Trustee's office to serve as the trustee over the July 2, 2007, Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by MILA, Inc., a former Mountlake Terrace, Washington, subprime residential mortgage loan company that shut down April 20, 2007. Groshong will be responsible for liquidating MILA's assets and distributing the proceeds to creditors. At the time of the filing, documents provided by MILA showed assets of approximately $7.8 million and liabilities of approximately $174.7 million. Subprime mortgage lender bankruptcy filings have been on the rise since late 2006 as a result of market concerns regarding loan quality. As one of the Pacific Northwest's largest multispecialty law firms focusing on business and litigation, Miller Nash LLP serves clients locally and worldwide from its five offices in Bend, Portland and Prineville, Oregon, and Seattle and Vancouver, Washington. Miller Nash LLP, a multispecialty law firm with offices throughout the Northwest, announced the relocation of its office in Bend. The firm moved into its new office at 1567 S.W. Chandler Ave., Suite 204. The firm's Central Oregon offices, in Bend and in Prineville, specialize in business transactions and litigation, estate planning, healthcare, land use and real estate transactions. According to CNNMoney.com, Deschutes County in 2005 ranked in the top 40 as one of the fastest growing counties in the U.S. "Miller Nash anticipates greater opportunities for expansion in central Oregon," said Greg Lynch, partner in charge of the Bend office. "We have been and will continue to be part of the local community as the region undergoes tremendous growth." "Locating to the new offices mirrors the growth taking place in central Oregon and is tangible evidence of our firm's commitment to the area," said Tom Sand, managing partner. "The new office space will allow us to grow along with our clients expanding needs for the multifaceted legal services our firm can provide." Bend and central Oregon has emerged over the past several years as a fertile region for entrepreneurial development and business growth-ensuring that many of the area's businesses will need continued legal counsel. As one of the Pacific Northwest's largest multispecialty law firms focusing on business and litigation, Miller Nash llp serves clients locally and worldwide from its five offices in Bend, Portland and Prineville, Oregon, and Seattle and Vancouver, Washington. Miller Nash LLP, a multispecialty law firm with offices throughout the Northwest, announced the relocation of its office in Bend. The firm moved into its new office at 1567 S.W. Chandler Ave., Suite 204. The firm's Central Oregon offices, in Bend and in Prineville, specialize in business transactions and litigation, estate planning, healthcare, land use and real estate transactions. According to CNNMoney.com, Deschutes County in 2005 ranked in the top 40 as one of the fastest growing counties in the U.S. "Miller Nash anticipates greater opportunities for expansion in central Oregon," said Greg Lynch, partner in charge of the Bend office. "We have been and will continue to be part of the local community as the region undergoes tremendous growth." "Locating to the new offices mirrors the growth taking place in central Oregon and is tangible evidence of our firm's commitment to the area," said Tom Sand, managing partner. "The new office space will allow us to grow along with our clients expanding needs for the multifaceted legal services our firm can provide." Bend and central Oregon has emerged over the past several years as a fertile region for entrepreneurial development and business growth-ensuring that many of the area's businesses will need continued legal counsel. As one of the Pacific Northwest's largest multispecialty law firms focusing on business and litigation, Miller Nash llp serves clients locally and worldwide from its five offices in Bend, Portland and Prineville, Oregon, and Seattle and Vancouver, Washington. Miller Nash is pleased to announce the arrival of Robin Smith-Lonergan and Randall Olsen to the firm's Portland office. Both attorneys will contribute their experience to the Trusts, Estates, and Charitable Organizations practice group. Robin will be focusing her practice on estate planning, charitable giving, and advising charitable organizations on all aspects of their operations. Randall, a graduate of the University of Washington School of Law, focuses his practice on estate planning and advising charitable organizations. "The depth of experience that Robin brings to the firm will provide us with an even better understanding of the issues our clients face," said Jeffrey Thede, leader of the Charitable Organizations practice group. "Robin and Randall possess the skills that will strengthen our team and the services we offer. We are excited about increasing our already strong estate planning and charitable organizations practice and look forward to the future with these two talented attorneys." Robin Smith-Lonergan brings more than 10 years of diverse experience to the firm, including experience in private practice as well as experience working internally for Yale University and University of Washington School of Law. Before joining Miller Nash, Robin served as assistant director of the Graduate Program in Taxation of the University of Washington School of Law, where she also developed and taught courses on tax-exempt organizations law. Her prior law firm experience includes working in the tax practice groups of Stoel Rives LLP in Portland, Oregon, where her practice included general tax, estate planning and charitable organizations work, and K&L Gates LLP in Seattle, Washington, where her practice focused on advising and representing charitable organizations on all aspects of their operations. Robin was also the assistant to the general counsel of Yale University, where she advised the university on charitable organizations issues. After earning her bachelor's degree in cultural anthropology, cum laude, at Hamilton College in Clinton, New York, Robin received her law degree and master's degree in cultural anthropology from the University of Oregon, and her LL.M. in taxation at New York University Law School. Randall P. Olsen previously served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Ricardo S. Martinez of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington before joining Miller Nash. He is licensed to practice in Oregon and Washington. Randall received his bachelor's of arts and law degrees from the University of Washington. During law school, Randall served as associate editor-in-chief of the Washington Law Review. He also served as the president of the University of Washington chapter of the legal fraternity Phi Delta Phi, and acted as a teaching fellow for the first-year legal writing program. As one of the Pacific Northwest's largest multispecialty law firms focusing on business and litigation, Miller Nash LLP serves clients locally and worldwide from its five offices in Portland and central Oregon, and Seattle and Vancouver, Washington. Miller Nash is pleased to announce the arrival of Robin Smith-Lonergan and Randall Olsen to the firm's Portland office. Both attorneys will contribute their experience to the Trusts, Estates, and Charitable Organizations practice group. Robin will be focusing her practice on estate planning, charitable giving, and advising charitable organizations on all aspects of their operations. Randall, a graduate of the University of Washington School of Law, focuses his practice on estate planning and advising charitable organizations. "The depth of experience that Robin brings to the firm will provide us with an even better understanding of the issues our clients face," said Jeffrey Thede, leader of the Charitable Organizations practice group. "Robin and Randall possess the skills that will strengthen our team and the services we offer. We are excited about increasing our already strong estate planning and charitable organizations practice and look forward to the future with these two talented attorneys." Robin Smith-Lonergan brings more than 10 years of diverse experience to the firm, including experience in private practice as well as experience working internally for Yale University and University of Washington School of Law. Before joining Miller Nash, Robin served as assistant director of the Graduate Program in Taxation of the University of Washington School of Law, where she also developed and taught courses on tax-exempt organizations law. Her prior law firm experience includes working in the tax practice groups of Stoel Rives LLP in Portland, Oregon, where her practice included general tax, estate planning and charitable organizations work, and K&L Gates LLP in Seattle, Washington, where her practice focused on advising and representing charitable organizations on all aspects of their operations. Robin was also the assistant to the general counsel of Yale University, where she advised the university on charitable organizations issues. After earning her bachelor's degree in cultural anthropology, cum laude, at Hamilton College in Clinton, New York, Robin received her law degree and master's degree in cultural anthropology from the University of Oregon, and her LL.M. in taxation at New York University Law School. Randall P. Olsen previously served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Ricardo S. Martinez of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington before joining Miller Nash. He is licensed to practice in Oregon and Washington. Randall received his bachelor's of arts and law degrees from the University of Washington. During law school, Randall served as associate editor-in-chief of the Washington Law Review. He also served as the president of the University of Washington chapter of the legal fraternity Phi Delta Phi, and acted as a teaching fellow for the first-year legal writing program. As one of the Pacific Northwest's largest multispecialty law firms focusing on business and litigation, Miller Nash LLP serves clients locally and worldwide from its five offices in Portland and central Oregon, and Seattle and Vancouver, Washington. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1654 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1654&page=28 Address : 1601 Fifth AvenueSuite 2300, Phone : 206-292-8930, City : Seattle Bullivant Houser Bailey PC, a multi-service West Coast law firm, has announced that 21 attorneys have been recognized in the 2008 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Best Lawyers compiles lists of outstanding attorneys by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. Additionally, Bullivant has more listed lawyers in Best Lawyers in the field of Product Liability than any other firm in both Portland and the state of Oregon. Bullivant Houser Bailey PC, a multi-service West Coast law firm, has announced that 21 attorneys have been recognized in the 2008 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Best Lawyers compiles lists of outstanding attorneys by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. Additionally, Bullivant has more listed lawyers in Best Lawyers in the field of Product Liability than any other firm in both Portland and the state of Oregon. Bullivant Houser Bailey PC, a leading West Coast law firm, is pleased to announce that named shareholder Douglas G. Houser has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Beta Theta Pi Foundation. Houser attended Willamette University where he was a member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity, graduating in 1957. As a Board member, Houser is responsible for planning investment and spending strategies, fund raising, donor cultivation, and provision of educational grants for Beta Theta Pi chapter housing. Houser is a trial attorney in the Portland office of Bullivant Houser Bailey focusing his practice on insurance coverage disputes. A law school graduate of the Stanford University School of Law, he is admitted to practice law in Oregon, the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of International Trade. Bullivant Houser Bailey PC, a leading West Coast law firm, is pleased to announce that named shareholder Douglas G. Houser has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Beta Theta Pi Foundation. Houser attended Willamette University where he was a member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity, graduating in 1957. As a Board member, Houser is responsible for planning investment and spending strategies, fund raising, donor cultivation, and provision of educational grants for Beta Theta Pi chapter housing. Houser is a trial attorney in the Portland office of Bullivant Houser Bailey focusing his practice on insurance coverage disputes. A law school graduate of the Stanford University School of Law, he is admitted to practice law in Oregon, the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of International Trade. Two Bullivant Houser Bailey PC attorneys have been honored by their peers as Super Lawyers for 2007 in Northern California, the firm announced today. Lawyers were selected based on the results of thousands of peer reviews and votes, and the recommendation of a blue-ribbon panel. Bullivant attorneys selected in Northern California: Kent J. Clancy, Insurance, San Francisco Andrew B. Downs, Insurance, San Francisco In Northern California, Super Lawyers is published in San Francisco Magazine, in conjunction with Law & Politics. Law & Politics annually surveys lawyers throughout numerous states, conducting additional research to identify lawyers who have achieved the highest level of professional achievement. Approximately five percent of lawyers in the state receive the Super Lawyer designation. Two Bullivant Houser Bailey PC attorneys have been honored by their peers as Super Lawyers for 2007 in Northern California, the firm announced today. Lawyers were selected based on the results of thousands of peer reviews and votes, and the recommendation of a blue-ribbon panel. Bullivant attorneys selected in Northern California: Kent J. Clancy, Insurance, San Francisco Andrew B. Downs, Insurance, San Francisco In Northern California, Super Lawyers is published in San Francisco Magazine, in conjunction with Law & Politics. Law & Politics annually surveys lawyers throughout numerous states, conducting additional research to identify lawyers who have achieved the highest level of professional achievement. Approximately five percent of lawyers in the state receive the Super Lawyer designation. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=315 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=315&page=29 Address : 315 Fifth Avenue, SouthSuite 1000, Phone : 206-676-7000, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2311 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2311&page=30 Address : 701 Pike StreetSuite 1700, Phone : 206-623-3427, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1798 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1798&page=31 Address : 1420 Fifth AvenueSuite 4100, Phone : 206-223-7000, City : Seattle Emilia Sweeney was quoted in the Puget Sound Business Journal on September 21, 2007, in an article called, "In testing toys, are retailers taking liability risks?" The article explored how retailers are responding to recent high-profile recalls of toys manufactured in China. Sweeney said that when a retailer promises to ensure the safety of products it sells, it could possibly be construed as an express warranty, which could leave the retailer potentially liable. "If you go and tell the world that you're testing toys, and then you didn't test something and a problem was found, it would be worse for you in a lawsuit," she said. "Any time you make a public statement like that, you need to be very careful." Emilia Sweeney was quoted in the Puget Sound Business Journal on September 21, 2007, in an article called, "In testing toys, are retailers taking liability risks?" The article explored how retailers are responding to recent high-profile recalls of toys manufactured in China. Sweeney said that when a retailer promises to ensure the safety of products it sells, it could possibly be construed as an express warranty, which could leave the retailer potentially liable. "If you go and tell the world that you're testing toys, and then you didn't test something and a problem was found, it would be worse for you in a lawsuit," she said. "Any time you make a public statement like that, you need to be very careful." Mary Jo Heston was quoted in the Portland Business Journal on September 21, 2007, for an article headlined, "Businesses on the brink of bankruptcy should seek help." She spoke about common misconceptions about filing for Chapter 11, the most common being that Chapter 11 "will result in the death of their business," she said, adding that she has worked on many successful cases. "The second most common misconception is that Chapter 11 will fix a fundamentally bad business or one that has insufficient funds from operations or from a lender," Heston said. She spoke about when to consider bankruptcy and the latest bankruptcy rules. Mary Jo Heston was quoted in the Portland Business Journal on September 21, 2007, for an article headlined, "Businesses on the brink of bankruptcy should seek help." She spoke about common misconceptions about filing for Chapter 11, the most common being that Chapter 11 "will result in the death of their business," she said, adding that she has worked on many successful cases. "The second most common misconception is that Chapter 11 will fix a fundamentally bad business or one that has insufficient funds from operations or from a lender," Heston said. She spoke about when to consider bankruptcy and the latest bankruptcy rules. If not for the efforts of Lane Powell attorneys Jeff Gingold, a healthcare and insurance regulatory attorney, commercial litigator John Devlin, and attorney Katherine Baker, affordable business association health plans like the Association of Washington Business ("AWB") "HealthChoice" program would have been headed to life support in the State of Washington. The Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner ("OIC") issued a Technical Assistance Advisory in December of 2006 that would have significantly changed the way association health plans can be rated, seriously jeopardizing their future affordability. After OIC's refusal to reconsider its position, AWB joined forces with Associated Industries of the Inland Northwest ("AI") and engaged Lane Powell to file suit in Spokane County. On August 27, 2007, Spokane County Superior Court Judge Kathleen O'Connor ruled in favor of AWB and AI, granting Lane Powell's motion for summary judgment and invalidating the TAA. In a story entitled, "Victory for small business health insurance plans," The Spokane Spokesman-Review summarized the decision as follows: "The court held that "[w]hile OIC can issue technical advisories, they are not rules and are not enforceable. TA 06-07 amounts to a major policy shift from the plaintiff's perspective. Policy is made by the legislature." AWB explained the importance of what was at stake: "Today, by our estimates, over a half million people in Washington are covered by association health plans and in the case of AWB, it is over 17,000 people. There are 2,300 AWB members in HealthChoice and the average number of people employed by an AWB HealthChoice subscriber is 4. So we are fulfilling the promise we made to then Gov. Mike Lowry and the legislature in 1995 that if authorized, we would provide affordable heath insurance for small businesses." On August 29, 2007, OIC published a notice "that as a result of a court ruling issued by the Spokane Superior Court on August 27, 2007, the OIC is permanently withdrawing T06-07, Nondiscrimination Requirements for Health Benefit Plans." Reaction from the business community to court decision was swift and positive. If not for the efforts of Lane Powell attorneys Jeff Gingold, a healthcare and insurance regulatory attorney, commercial litigator John Devlin, and attorney Katherine Baker, affordable business association health plans like the Association of Washington Business ("AWB") "HealthChoice" program would have been headed to life support in the State of Washington. The Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner ("OIC") issued a Technical Assistance Advisory in December of 2006 that would have significantly changed the way association health plans can be rated, seriously jeopardizing their future affordability. After OIC's refusal to reconsider its position, AWB joined forces with Associated Industries of the Inland Northwest ("AI") and engaged Lane Powell to file suit in Spokane County. On August 27, 2007, Spokane County Superior Court Judge Kathleen O'Connor ruled in favor of AWB and AI, granting Lane Powell's motion for summary judgment and invalidating the TAA. In a story entitled, "Victory for small business health insurance plans," The Spokane Spokesman-Review summarized the decision as follows: "The court held that "[w]hile OIC can issue technical advisories, they are not rules and are not enforceable. TA 06-07 amounts to a major policy shift from the plaintiff's perspective. Policy is made by the legislature." AWB explained the importance of what was at stake: "Today, by our estimates, over a half million people in Washington are covered by association health plans and in the case of AWB, it is over 17,000 people. There are 2,300 AWB members in HealthChoice and the average number of people employed by an AWB HealthChoice subscriber is 4. So we are fulfilling the promise we made to then Gov. Mike Lowry and the legislature in 1995 that if authorized, we would provide affordable heath insurance for small businesses." On August 29, 2007, OIC published a notice "that as a result of a court ruling issued by the Spokane Superior Court on August 27, 2007, the OIC is permanently withdrawing T06-07, Nondiscrimination Requirements for Health Benefit Plans." Reaction from the business community to court decision was swift and positive. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1355 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1355&page=32 Address : 900 Fourth AvenueSuite 1700, Phone : 206-689-8500, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=786 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=786&page=33 Address : 701 Pike StreetSuite 1400, Phone : 206-292-9988, City : Seattle Betts, Patterson & Mines is proud to congratulate Steve Goldstein, James Nelson, Chris Tompkins and Liv Wernecke, who were recently selected as 2006 \"Super Lawyers\" as listed in Washington Law & Politics magazine. Super Lawyer designation is reserved for less than 5% of the attorneys in Washington state, as chosen by their peers in the legal community based upon the high caliber of legal service they deliver. Betts, Patterson & Mines is proud to congratulate Steve Goldstein, James Nelson, Chris Tompkins and Liv Wernecke, who were recently selected as 2006 \"Super Lawyers\" as listed in Washington Law & Politics magazine. Super Lawyer designation is reserved for less than 5% of the attorneys in Washington state, as chosen by their peers in the legal community based upon the high caliber of legal service they deliver. Betts, Patterson & Mines' Complex Litigation practice group recently strengthened its insurance coverage and defense capabilities with the addition of five talented attorneys. Effective immediately, Joseph Hampton and Lawrence Gottlieb join the firm as directors, Brett Sommermeyer joins the firm as a senior attorney, and Catherine Pruett and Daniel Syhre join as associates. These attorneys bring extensive experience in the representation of insurance carriers in coverage, bad faith matters, as well as general and professional liability coverage. James Nelson, Chairman of Betts, Patterson & Mines, states \"\"We are delighted to welcome Joe, Larry, Catherine, Brett, and Dan to Betts, Patterson & Mines. Their experience will build and enhance our firm's litigation practice, both locally and nationally. Betts, Patterson & Mines' Complex Litigation practice group recently strengthened its insurance coverage and defense capabilities with the addition of five talented attorneys. Effective immediately, Joseph Hampton and Lawrence Gottlieb join the firm as directors, Brett Sommermeyer joins the firm as a senior attorney, and Catherine Pruett and Daniel Syhre join as associates. These attorneys bring extensive experience in the representation of insurance carriers in coverage, bad faith matters, as well as general and professional liability coverage. James Nelson, Chairman of Betts, Patterson & Mines, states \"\"We are delighted to welcome Joe, Larry, Catherine, Brett, and Dan to Betts, Patterson & Mines. Their experience will build and enhance our firm's litigation practice, both locally and nationally. Geniel Ashcraft has joined Betts, Patterson & Mines as an associate in the Estate Planning and Probate group. Ms. Ashcraft will concentrate her practice on revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, asset protection, special needs planning, estate administration, probate, entity formation, business and real estate transactions, and advanced estate and tax planning strategies. Prior to working for Betts, Patterson & Mines, Ms. Ashcraft was a sole practitioner. Ms. Ashcraft earned her J.D. at the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. Geniel Ashcraft has joined Betts, Patterson & Mines as an associate in the Estate Planning and Probate group. Ms. Ashcraft will concentrate her practice on revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, asset protection, special needs planning, estate administration, probate, entity formation, business and real estate transactions, and advanced estate and tax planning strategies. Prior to working for Betts, Patterson & Mines, Ms. Ashcraft was a sole practitioner. Ms. Ashcraft earned her J.D. at the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=182 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=182&page=34 Address : 1201 Third AvenueSuite 3200, Phone : 206-623-1900, City : Seattle Join the attorneys and scientists of Keller and Heckman at the "Getting Ready for Pre-registration and Registration under REACH" seminar scheduled for September 18th in Washington, D.C. Unlike policy orientated conferences and seminars being offered on REACH to large audiences, this course is practice-oriented and is designed for a constructive participation of the attendees with a significant part dedicated to unrestricted question and answer sessions. It is, therefore, specifically designed to help you and your company understand the REACH requirements in practical terms. Join the attorneys and scientists of Keller and Heckman at the "Getting Ready for Pre-registration and Registration under REACH" seminar scheduled for September 18th in Washington, D.C. Unlike policy orientated conferences and seminars being offered on REACH to large audiences, this course is practice-oriented and is designed for a constructive participation of the attendees with a significant part dedicated to unrestricted question and answer sessions. It is, therefore, specifically designed to help you and your company understand the REACH requirements in practical terms. Join the attorneys and scientists of Keller and Heckman for their annual Advanced Chemical Control Law course on September 18-20, 2007 in Washington, D.C. This year's program focuses on the needs of professionals in the chemical industry and will include hands-on workshops on hot topics that cover the latest developments in the U.S. and around the globe. PLUS new this year: The 2007 program will include small group workshops that will provide step-by-step instructions to some of the more complicated rules facing the industry. A one-half day Basic TSCA program on September 18th is also included in the program. Sign up to ensure that you are up-to-date with basic TSCA rules and regulations. This course is complimentary with a paid two-day course registration. Join the attorneys and scientists of Keller and Heckman for their annual Advanced Chemical Control Law course on September 18-20, 2007 in Washington, D.C. This year's program focuses on the needs of professionals in the chemical industry and will include hands-on workshops on hot topics that cover the latest developments in the U.S. and around the globe. PLUS new this year: The 2007 program will include small group workshops that will provide step-by-step instructions to some of the more complicated rules facing the industry. A one-half day Basic TSCA program on September 18th is also included in the program. Sign up to ensure that you are up-to-date with basic TSCA rules and regulations. This course is complimentary with a paid two-day course registration. On the Record," an interview with Brett Coffee, General Counsel for Computer Systems Center, Inc. (CSCI) and SemperComm Foundation. The interview provides information on CSCI, a defense contractor, and SemperComm, a company that was started as an employee initiative and focuses on providing communications equipment to bases in remote military locations overseas. Mr. Coffee discusses business and legal issues that face each of these companies and how he juggles both jobs. In his interview, Mr. Coffee cites CSCI's work with Keller and Heckman's Manesh Rath. Mr. Rath serves as CSCI's outside counsel for employment issues. Click here for Mr. Rath's bio. Contact: Manesh Rath, 202-434-4182, rath@khlaw.com On the Record," an interview with Brett Coffee, General Counsel for Computer Systems Center, Inc. (CSCI) and SemperComm Foundation. The interview provides information on CSCI, a defense contractor, and SemperComm, a company that was started as an employee initiative and focuses on providing communications equipment to bases in remote military locations overseas. Mr. Coffee discusses business and legal issues that face each of these companies and how he juggles both jobs. In his interview, Mr. Coffee cites CSCI's work with Keller and Heckman's Manesh Rath. Mr. Rath serves as CSCI's outside counsel for employment issues. Click here for Mr. Rath's bio. Contact: Manesh Rath, 202-434-4182, rath@khlaw.com http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1250 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1250&page=35 Address : 701 Fifth AvenueSuite 5500, Phone : 206-682-7090, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1687 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1687&page=37 Address : 1201 Third AvenueSuite 2900, Phone : 206-223-1313, City : Seattle "In a unanimous decision filed on August 9, the Washington Supreme Court reversed the Court of Appeals (Division One) and affirmed summary judgment on behalf of Todd Shipyards Corporation in a case brought by a former shipyard worker who contracted a fatal cancer after allegedly being exposed to asbestos. The plaintiff, Roger Herring, had sued Todd (among other defendants) in 2003 alleging that Todd was responsible for his exposure to asbestos. Mr. Herring had filed a similar lawsuit in 1989, in which Todd was not named as a defendant, stating that he had been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease in 1986. It was that lawsuit and the allegations contained in it that eventually led to dismissal of Mr. Herring's (and, later, his estate's) claims against Todd in the 2003 action. After Mr. Herring's 1986 diagnosis, Todd filed a voluntary petition for Chapter 11 reorganization in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. Creditors were required to file proofs of claims in Todd's bankruptcy by June 6, 1988. As ordered by the bankruptcy court, Todd published notice of its bankruptcy on March 16, 1988, and sent notice of the bankruptcy to its known creditors. Claims of creditors who received effective notice were discharged by the bankruptcy court when Todd emerged from bankruptcy in 1990 The issue presented to the Supreme Court was whether Mr. Herring had received sufficient notice of Todd's bankruptcy via the notices published in local and national newspapers and, thus, whether his claim had been discharged, effectively barring his lawsuit against Todd. As held by the Court, ""It [was] undisputed that because Herring was diagnosed with pleural thickening in 1986, his claim against Todd accrued before the bankruptcy bar date and was potentially dischargeable."" Mr. Herring's counsel argued that Todd had not made the requisite ""diligent efforts"" to identify and notify potential creditors before publishing notice of its bankruptcy and, therefore, should have made further effort to do so, including -- specifically -- providing actual notice to Mr. Herring's union, which was not a creditor in Todd's bankruptcy. Todd successfully argued that it had complied with its notice duties under federal law because neither Mr. Herring nor his claim were known to it at the time of its bankruptcy and that the union, as a non-creditor, was not entitled to any notice of Todd's bankruptcy. The Court held: "[B]ecause it is undisputed that Todd did not have knowledge of Herring's claim, Todd could not have given actual notice to Herring. Herring argues that notice should have been given to his union. It certainly would have been desirable for the bankruptcy court to have required such notice, or for Todd to have taken the extra step and given notice to Herring's union. But, under current federal case law, it appears to us that Todd had no duty to inform Herring's union. It was not any sort of creditor. Nor do we find support for the theory that notice to Herring's union would have acted as a constitutionally sufficient conduit to provide notice to Herring if he was in fact a known creditor. The record reflects that the most the union would have done would have been to publish notice of Todd's bankruptcy in union publications or at union meetings. The union would, at best, have provided publication notice to Herring. Notice to Herring's union would not have been actual notice to Herring, nor would such notice satisfy due process had Herring been a known creditor. ... Herring was unknown to Todd, and notice to the union would not be actual notice to Herring.... We conclude that Herring was only entitled to notice by publication. Accordingly, we reverse the Court of Appeals[.]" "In a unanimous decision filed on August 9, the Washington Supreme Court reversed the Court of Appeals (Division One) and affirmed summary judgment on behalf of Todd Shipyards Corporation in a case brought by a former shipyard worker who contracted a fatal cancer after allegedly being exposed to asbestos. The plaintiff, Roger Herring, had sued Todd (among other defendants) in 2003 alleging that Todd was responsible for his exposure to asbestos. Mr. Herring had filed a similar lawsuit in 1989, in which Todd was not named as a defendant, stating that he had been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease in 1986. It was that lawsuit and the allegations contained in it that eventually led to dismissal of Mr. Herring's (and, later, his estate's) claims against Todd in the 2003 action. After Mr. Herring's 1986 diagnosis, Todd filed a voluntary petition for Chapter 11 reorganization in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. Creditors were required to file proofs of claims in Todd's bankruptcy by June 6, 1988. As ordered by the bankruptcy court, Todd published notice of its bankruptcy on March 16, 1988, and sent notice of the bankruptcy to its known creditors. Claims of creditors who received effective notice were discharged by the bankruptcy court when Todd emerged from bankruptcy in 1990 The issue presented to the Supreme Court was whether Mr. Herring had received sufficient notice of Todd's bankruptcy via the notices published in local and national newspapers and, thus, whether his claim had been discharged, effectively barring his lawsuit against Todd. As held by the Court, ""It [was] undisputed that because Herring was diagnosed with pleural thickening in 1986, his claim against Todd accrued before the bankruptcy bar date and was potentially dischargeable."" Mr. Herring's counsel argued that Todd had not made the requisite ""diligent efforts"" to identify and notify potential creditors before publishing notice of its bankruptcy and, therefore, should have made further effort to do so, including -- specifically -- providing actual notice to Mr. Herring's union, which was not a creditor in Todd's bankruptcy. Todd successfully argued that it had complied with its notice duties under federal law because neither Mr. Herring nor his claim were known to it at the time of its bankruptcy and that the union, as a non-creditor, was not entitled to any notice of Todd's bankruptcy. The Court held: "[B]ecause it is undisputed that Todd did not have knowledge of Herring's claim, Todd could not have given actual notice to Herring. Herring argues that notice should have been given to his union. It certainly would have been desirable for the bankruptcy court to have required such notice, or for Todd to have taken the extra step and given notice to Herring's union. But, under current federal case law, it appears to us that Todd had no duty to inform Herring's union. It was not any sort of creditor. Nor do we find support for the theory that notice to Herring's union would have acted as a constitutionally sufficient conduit to provide notice to Herring if he was in fact a known creditor. The record reflects that the most the union would have done would have been to publish notice of Todd's bankruptcy in union publications or at union meetings. The union would, at best, have provided publication notice to Herring. Notice to Herring's union would not have been actual notice to Herring, nor would such notice satisfy due process had Herring been a known creditor. ... Herring was unknown to Todd, and notice to the union would not be actual notice to Herring.... We conclude that Herring was only entitled to notice by publication. Accordingly, we reverse the Court of Appeals[.]" The law firm of Karr Tuttle Campbell is pleased to announce the expansion of its Litigation and Employment Relations Practice Groups. The firm welcomes shareholders Thomas D. Adams, Penn Gheen, J. Dino Vasquez, and Medora A. Marisseau; associates Celeste Mountain Monroe, and Brian K. Keeley; and paralegals Carrie Baird, Carol Bergson and Jana Thomas, all formerly of Bullivant Houser Bailey PC's Seattle Office. Also joining Karr Tuttle Campbell today is Debra Hulse, corporate paralegal, formerly of the Salt Lake City firm of Fabian & Clendenin. Bruce E. Larson, President of Karr Tuttle Campbell, commented, "We are delighted to be joined by this cohesive group whose diverse skills nicely complement and strengthen our existing practice PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.com Attorneys join Karr Tuttle Campbell groups. Not only are we fortunate to be joined by some good people who put a high value on community service and otherwise share the values our firm exceptionally talented attorneys but they are stresses." Thomas D. Adams, former firm-wide head of Bullivant Houser's Litigation Department, added, "Karr Tuttle Campbell has a tremendous reputation for legal excellence throughout the Pacific Northwest. We are very excited to have this opportunity to join the firm and expand the services available to our clients." Mr. Adams, who will be a Shareholder in the firm's Litigation Department, focuses his practice on the resolution of commercial and environmental disputes through mediation, arbitration and litigation. He has practiced in the federal and state courts of Washington and Oregon since 1986. Penn Gheen and J. Dino Vasquez will also be shareholders with the firm's Litigation Department. In 2006 Bullivant cited Mr. Gheen as its trial lawyer of the year. He has litigated cases in both the state and federal courts of Washington and Oregon for the past 30 years having tried over 100 jury cases to verdict. Mr. Vasquez handles civil litigation matters in federal and state courts, with an emphasis on commercial, professional liability, and trade customs litigation. Medora A. Marisseau has joined the firm's Employment Relations Department as a Shareholder. Ms. Marisseau provides employment, ERISA and employee benefits advice and litigation services to employers throughout the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. Celeste Mountain Monroe has joined the firm's Litigation Department as an Associate. Her practice focuses on construction litigation, commercial litigation and personal injury. Ms. Monroe is a graduate of Willamette University where she was the Symposium Editor of the Willamette Law Review. Brian K. Keeley has joined the firm's Employment Relations Department as an Associate. Mr. Keeley provides advice, counseling and litigation services in the areas of employment, employee PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.com The law firm of Karr Tuttle Campbell is pleased to announce the expansion of its Litigation and Employment Relations Practice Groups. The firm welcomes shareholders Thomas D. Adams, Penn Gheen, J. Dino Vasquez, and Medora A. Marisseau; associates Celeste Mountain Monroe, and Brian K. Keeley; and paralegals Carrie Baird, Carol Bergson and Jana Thomas, all formerly of Bullivant Houser Bailey PC's Seattle Office. Also joining Karr Tuttle Campbell today is Debra Hulse, corporate paralegal, formerly of the Salt Lake City firm of Fabian & Clendenin. Bruce E. Larson, President of Karr Tuttle Campbell, commented, "We are delighted to be joined by this cohesive group whose diverse skills nicely complement and strengthen our existing practice PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.com Attorneys join Karr Tuttle Campbell groups. Not only are we fortunate to be joined by some good people who put a high value on community service and otherwise share the values our firm exceptionally talented attorneys but they are stresses." Thomas D. Adams, former firm-wide head of Bullivant Houser's Litigation Department, added, "Karr Tuttle Campbell has a tremendous reputation for legal excellence throughout the Pacific Northwest. We are very excited to have this opportunity to join the firm and expand the services available to our clients." Mr. Adams, who will be a Shareholder in the firm's Litigation Department, focuses his practice on the resolution of commercial and environmental disputes through mediation, arbitration and litigation. He has practiced in the federal and state courts of Washington and Oregon since 1986. Penn Gheen and J. Dino Vasquez will also be shareholders with the firm's Litigation Department. In 2006 Bullivant cited Mr. Gheen as its trial lawyer of the year. He has litigated cases in both the state and federal courts of Washington and Oregon for the past 30 years having tried over 100 jury cases to verdict. Mr. Vasquez handles civil litigation matters in federal and state courts, with an emphasis on commercial, professional liability, and trade customs litigation. Medora A. Marisseau has joined the firm's Employment Relations Department as a Shareholder. Ms. Marisseau provides employment, ERISA and employee benefits advice and litigation services to employers throughout the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. Celeste Mountain Monroe has joined the firm's Litigation Department as an Associate. Her practice focuses on construction litigation, commercial litigation and personal injury. Ms. Monroe is a graduate of Willamette University where she was the Symposium Editor of the Willamette Law Review. Brian K. Keeley has joined the firm's Employment Relations Department as an Associate. Mr. Keeley provides advice, counseling and litigation services in the areas of employment, employee PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.com The KCBA's Community Legal Services has recognized Christian C. Weinmann as its Volunteer of the Month for November 2006. Weinmann has been a volunteer at the Seattle Emergency Housing Service (SEHS) legal clinic since 2001. As a dedicated advocate for the homeless community, Weinmann has helped numerous clients seeking legal services. An associate at Karr Tuttle Campbell in Seattle, Weinmann practices in the areas of corporate, creditor/debtor and bankruptcy law. Through the encouragement and support of Karr Tuttle Campbell, Weinmann has been able to volunteer at the clinic several times a year and take on cases for direct representation. In a recent case, he helped a client facing brain surgery and possible death to prepare a will and other testamentary documents. Weinmann volunteers at the SEHS legal clinic because it provides him with an opportunity to help homeless clients who have legal issues, but very limited access to legal services given their circumstances. The clients he assists are always grateful even though in some situations there may be little advice to offer. At times, he feels that he can do more good in two hours at the SEHS legal clinic than he can in two weeks for paying clients. In addition to volunteering at SEHS, Weinmann has volunteered at the KCBA's Downtown Debt Clinic for the past three years and is currently the attorney coordinator for the clinic. In connection with his work for the Debt Clinic, Weinmann sits on the Board of Consumer Education and Training Services (CENTS), a local non-profit organization dedicated to empowering consumers, through education and training, to take control of their serious financial situations. Weinmann's commitment to pro bono work extends far beyond what is asked of volunteers. His commitment to serving the community is highly commendable and he is a very valuable asset to Legal Services for the Homeless. Legal Services for the Homeless partners law firms with homeless shelters throughout King County to provide legal services to homeless clients with general civil matters and has facilitated access to legal services for hundreds of homeless clients in King County. This unique partnership works to break down the barriers that homeless individuals face in accessing legal services. The KCBA's Community Legal Services has recognized Christian C. Weinmann as its Volunteer of the Month for November 2006. Weinmann has been a volunteer at the Seattle Emergency Housing Service (SEHS) legal clinic since 2001. As a dedicated advocate for the homeless community, Weinmann has helped numerous clients seeking legal services. An associate at Karr Tuttle Campbell in Seattle, Weinmann practices in the areas of corporate, creditor/debtor and bankruptcy law. Through the encouragement and support of Karr Tuttle Campbell, Weinmann has been able to volunteer at the clinic several times a year and take on cases for direct representation. In a recent case, he helped a client facing brain surgery and possible death to prepare a will and other testamentary documents. Weinmann volunteers at the SEHS legal clinic because it provides him with an opportunity to help homeless clients who have legal issues, but very limited access to legal services given their circumstances. The clients he assists are always grateful even though in some situations there may be little advice to offer. At times, he feels that he can do more good in two hours at the SEHS legal clinic than he can in two weeks for paying clients. In addition to volunteering at SEHS, Weinmann has volunteered at the KCBA's Downtown Debt Clinic for the past three years and is currently the attorney coordinator for the clinic. In connection with his work for the Debt Clinic, Weinmann sits on the Board of Consumer Education and Training Services (CENTS), a local non-profit organization dedicated to empowering consumers, through education and training, to take control of their serious financial situations. Weinmann's commitment to pro bono work extends far beyond what is asked of volunteers. His commitment to serving the community is highly commendable and he is a very valuable asset to Legal Services for the Homeless. Legal Services for the Homeless partners law firms with homeless shelters throughout King County to provide legal services to homeless clients with general civil matters and has facilitated access to legal services for hundreds of homeless clients in King County. This unique partnership works to break down the barriers that homeless individuals face in accessing legal services. http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1225 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=1225&page=38 Address : 1620 Fourth AvenueSuite 200, Phone : 425-486-0170, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2569 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=2569&page=40 Address : 601 Union StreetSuite 5450, Phone : 206-623-4711, City : Seattle http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=75 http://www.judged.com/jdfirmdetail.php?firmid=75&page=41 Address : 701 Fifth AvenueSuite 6100, Phone : 206-447-0900, City : Seattle Working Mother magazine, the authoritative source for career mothers, and Flex-Time Lawyers LLC, a national consulting firm advising attorneys and legal employers on work-life balance and the retention and advancement of women, have named Heller Ehrman LLP a 2007 Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers Best Law Firm for Women. A new initiative from the leading advocates for work-life balance and women-friendly policies, Best Law Firms for Women honors 50 winning firms for their commitment to the retention and advancement of female talent. "Since its founding, Working Mother magazine has been the champion of progressive, women-friendly changes in the workplace," said Carol Evans, CEO, Working Mother Media. "Every year we see substantive advances in companies' policies across the country, and we are so excited to be able to pair with Flex-Time Lawyers to celebrate change in a field that has historically struggled to support women and their life choices. I commend Heller Ehrman for taking the lead for women lawyers." "We are delighted to celebrate Heller Ehrman for its efforts and successes in retaining and promoting women," said Deborah Epstein Henry, Founder and President of Flex-Time Lawyers LLC. "We hope its standing on the list of Best Law Firms for Women will further inspire Heller Ehrman to use the national benchmarking data now available to it through participation in this initiative to improve the status of women in the profession and raise the bar on what makes a best law firm for women." Profiled in the August/September issue of Working Mother magazine, Heller Ehrman is honored for creating a work environment that is hospitable to and encouraging of the advancement of women. With innovative programs and policies that help female attorneys achieve balance in their personal and professional lives and thrive as practitioners, Heller Ehrman is ensuring that women are the future of private law practice. Through its Gender Diversity Committee, Heller Ehrman works toward fostering an enriching, rewarding working environment for women by addressing the career and work-life balance needs of the firm's attorneys. In 2006, the Committee launched the "Opt-In Project," a nationwide, cross-industry initiative to explore ways to retain and advance women in the workplace. The Opt-In Project sponsored a series of programs between May 2006 and May 2007 that featured prominent women in different industries across the country. As part of these programs, the participants held roundtable discussions where they were able to share ideas and solutions. The Opt-In Project issued a report that summarized the observations gathered over the year-long study and proposed suggestions for addressing work structure issues that affect the retention and advancement of women in the workplace. Heller Ehrman was recently named one of America's Top Companies for Women by PINK magazine and KPMG, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm, in PINK's August-September issue. Heller Ehrman was the only law firm to make the list. "Heller Ehrman has developed strategic plans that have a strong focus on the hiring, retention and advancement of women," says Judith C. Miles, shareholder and managing director of people at Heller Ehrman. "The firm has a variety of policies in place designed to assist women attorneys in meeting both personal and professional needs, including mentoring support, flexible work policies and generous parenting leave. We are thrilled to be recognized for our efforts by Working Mother." Methodology: The application and evaluation process for the 2007 Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers Best Law Firms for Women initiative was developed in a partnership by Working Mother magazine and Flex-Time Lawyers LLC and based on Working Mother's annual 100 Best Companies, a groundbreaking initiative that was first introduced in 1986, that continues to set the standard for family-friendly workplaces. To apply for the Best Law Firms for Women, Heller Ehrman provided detailed information on the issues that are most important to the retention and promotion of women lawyers in six measured areas: workforce profile, benefits and compensation, parental leave, childcare, flexibility, and retention and advancement of women. The complete list of the 2007 Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers Best Law Firms for Women can be found in the August/September issue of Working Mother magazine, on newsstands August 14, and at www.workingmother.com and www.flextimelawyers.com. Working Mother magazine, the authoritative source for career mothers, and Flex-Time Lawyers LLC, a national consulting firm advising attorneys and legal employers on work-life balance and the retention and advancement of women, have named Heller Ehrman LLP a 2007 Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers Best Law Firm for Women. A new initiative from the leading advocates for work-life balance and women-friendly policies, Best Law Firms for Women honors 50 winning firms for their commitment to the retention and advancement of female talent. "Since its founding, Working Mother magazine has been the champion of progressive, women-friendly changes in the workplace," said Carol Evans, CEO, Working Mother Media. "Every year we see substantive advances in companies' policies across the country, and we are so excited to be able to pair with Flex-Time Lawyers to celebrate change in a field that has historically struggled to support women and their life choices. I commend Heller Ehrman for taking the lead for women lawyers." "We are delighted to celebrate Heller Ehrman for its efforts and successes in retaining and promoting women," said Deborah Epstein Henry, Founder and President of Flex-Time Lawyers LLC. "We hope its standing on the list of Best Law Firms for Women will further inspire Heller Ehrman to use the national benchmarking data now available to it through participation in this initiative to improve the status of women in the profession and raise the bar on what makes a best law firm for women." Profiled in the August/September issue of Working Mother magazine, Heller Ehrman is honored for creating a work environment that is hospitable to and encouraging of the advancement of women. With innovative programs and policies that help female attorneys achieve balance in their personal and professional lives and thrive as practitioners, Heller Ehrman is ensuring that women are the future of private law practice. Through its Gender Diversity Committee, Heller Ehrman works toward fostering an enriching, rewarding working environment for women by addressing the career and work-life balance needs of the firm's attorneys. In 2006, the Committee launched the "Opt-In Project," a nationwide, cross-industry initiative to explore ways to retain and advance women in the workplace. The Opt-In Project sponsored a series of programs between May 2006 and May 2007 that featured prominent women in different industries across the country. As part of these programs, the participants held roundtable discussions where they were able to share ideas and solutions. The Opt-In Project issued a report that summarized the observations gathered over the year-long study and proposed suggestions for addressing work structure issues that affect the retention and advancement of women in the workplace. Heller Ehrman was recently named one of America's Top Companies for Women by PINK magazine and KPMG, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm, in PINK's August-September issue. Heller Ehrman was the only law firm to make the list. "Heller Ehrman has developed strategic plans that have a strong focus on the hiring, retention and advancement of women," says Judith C. Miles, shareholder and managing director of people at Heller Ehrman. "The firm has a variety of policies in place designed to assist women attorneys in meeting both personal and professional needs, including mentoring support, flexible work policies and generous parenting leave. We are thrilled to be recognized for our efforts by Working Mother." Methodology: The application and evaluation process for the 2007 Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers Best Law Firms for Women initiative was developed in a partnership by Working Mother magazine and Flex-Time Lawyers LLC and based on Working Mother's annual 100 Best Companies, a groundbreaking initiative that was first introduced in 1986, that continues to set the standard for family-friendly workplaces. To apply for the Best Law Firms for Women, Heller Ehrman provided detailed information on the issues that are most important to the retention and promotion of women lawyers in six measured areas: workforce profile, benefits and compensation, parental leave, childcare, flexibility, and retention and advancement of women. The complete list of the 2007 Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers Best Law Firms for Women can be found in the August/September issue of Working Mother magazine, on newsstands August 14, and at www.workingmother.com and www.flextimelawyers.com. Heller Ehrman LLP has been selected by the State Bar of California as recipient of the 2007 President's Pro Bono Service Award in the Distinguished Pro Bono Category. The award will be given at a special awards reception during the 2007 State Bar Annual Meeting on September 28. Established in 1983 by the State Bar Board of Governors, the President's Pro Bono Service Awards recognize California attorneys who have provided or ena