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Crowe & Dunlevy

CROWE & DUNLEVY RECOGNIZED BY INTERNATIONAL LEGAL PUBLISHER, CHAMBERS & PARTNERS
Crowe & Dunlevy Receives Top Ranking as Only Firm in Oklahoma to Receive Highest Ranking in All Five Major Areas of Legal Practice

Chambers & Partners, an international legal publisher, has once again highly ranked Crowe & Dunlevy in its annual Chambers USA Directory. Crowe & Dunlevy was the only firm in Oklahoma which ranked in Band 1, the highest ranking, in all five major areas of legal practice: corporate and commercial law, energy and natural resources, employment law, litigation and real estate. As one of the top firms in Oklahoma, Crowe & Dunlevy has a long history of good rankings in the Chambers USA Directory.

Chambers developed the rankings over an 8-month period, conducting over 10,000 interviews in the U.S. to determine the law firms rankings. The firms were judged based upon their legal ability, professionalism, client service, and diligent commitment to the law.

“We are very pleased with this year’s rankings,” said Crowe & Dunlevy president Brooke S. Murphy. “To be the only firm in the state to receive Band 1 rankings in all five major areas of legal practice covered by Chambers is a strong vote of confidence by our clients and our peers. This recognition underscores Crowe & Dunlevy’s strong culture of excellence and commitment to providing high quality services to our clients.”

The Chambers USA Directory also listed successful attorneys by practice area. In employment law, Crowe & Dunlevy director Leonard Court received a “Star Performer” ranking for the second year in a row, which the highest ranking an attorney can receive and reflects exceptional professional performance. Additionally, seven Firm attorneys received Band 1 rankings, more than any other firm in the state: Michael Stewart, Mark Christiansen, Gary Davis, Kent D. Meyers, Clyde Muchmore and Michael Laird.

08-16-2007

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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

James Henry To Speak At Nursing Home Malpractice Seminar On September 21
Jim Henry, a partner in the firm’s Health Care and White Collar Criminal Defense practice teams, will participate as a speaker in an NBI seminar on Nursing Home Malpractice on September 21 at the Wynfrey Hotel in Birmingham. Mr. Henry’s session, entitled "The Impact of State and National Activity on Nursing Home Litigation," will examine and interpret new state regulations as well as address changes in federal regulations. Mr. Henry will also offer insight into reported cases and awards.

Mr. Henry has extensive experience in regulatory matters and state and federal litigation, focusing primarily on defending nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other health care providers in cases alleging malpractice or fraud. He also provides advice and counsel to health care providers with respect to regulatory compliance and regularly represents health care providers before a variety of state and federal agencies.

08-16-2007

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The Law Firm Of Baker & Daniels LLP

Baker & Daniels Hires Diversity and Pro Bono Coordinator
Brita Horvath, former director of section services for the Indiana State Bar Association, has joined Baker & Daniels LLP as diversity and pro bono coordinator.

Horvath, who graduated from the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis, will coordinate all aspects of the firm's diversity and pro bono programs. She also will develop initiatives and strategies to advance Baker & Daniels' ongoing commitment in both arenas.

With the Indiana State Bar Association for more than three years, Horvath served as liaison to 25 sections with a cumulative membership of 12,000 lawyers and judges. After earning her law degree in 2002, she spent almost two years on the Honorable Gary L. Miller's staff in Marion County Superior Court 5. Prior to graduating from law school, Horvath's legal experience also included serving as a judicial clerk for the Honorable Margret G. Robb in the Indiana Court of Appeals and the Honorable Steve David in Boone County Circuit Court.

While in law school, Horvath was active in a number of pro bono activities and received the Berlon Pro Bono Award for outstanding pro bono and community service. She served on the Indiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program executive committee, as well as the board of directors and advisory board for the Protective Order Pro Bono Project. Horvath also participated in Teen Court, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and other programs.

Horvath earned her bachelor's degree from Indiana University in 1995, graduating with high distinction.

08-16-2007

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Baker Botts LLP

Maria Boyce Named Partner in Charge of Baker Botts’ Houston Office
Maria Wyckoff Boyce, a leading commercial and intellectual property litigator, has been named Partner in Charge of the Houston office of Baker Botts L.L.P. She is the first woman to hold a managerial position at this level at the firm.

Boyce currently leads the Houston office’s Litigation Department and has served a two-year term on the firm’s Executive Committee. During her nearly 19 years with Baker Botts, she has handled complex commercial disputes, represented plaintiffs and defendants in intellectual property litigation matters throughout the country, and has handled appeals for clients in Texas appellate courts, the Texas Supreme Court, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit.

“Maria brings a wealth of experience and knowledge about law firm operations to this assignment,” said Walt Smith, Managing Partner of Baker Botts. “For nearly two decades, Maria has been a major contributor to the growth of our Houston office. Her ability to manage complex litigation matters and coordinate client representations will be beneficial in her charge to lead the largest Baker Botts office.”

Boyce, a native Houstonian and third-generation Texan, earned her law degree from Northwestern University School of Law, where she was Editor in Chief of the Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology. In addition to memberships in state and federal bar associations, Boyce serves on the board of directors of Houston’s Alley Theatre and on the advisory board of Girls Incorporated of Greater Houston.

“I welcome the challenge of managing the Houston office,” Boyce said. “Working with our lawyers and staff, I will strive to continue the Baker Botts tradition of providing the best possible service to our clients. It is what they have come to expect of the firm during its nearly 170-year history. I will continue to focus my efforts on maintaining that record of excellence.”

Houston is home to more than 270 Baker Botts lawyers who represent clients in legal matters covering energy, intellectual property, litigation, corporate, tax, employment and environmental issues. Houston is one of the firm’s 11 offices.

08-16-2007

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Jackson Walker L.L.P.

12 JW attorneys named "Best Lawyers" in San Antonio
Twelve attorneys at Jackson Walker were named San Antonio's "Best Lawyers" in the August 2007 issue of Scene in SA Monthly. Attorneys included in the rankings were nominated by their peers in a citywide survey of lawyers who have practiced in San Antonio for at least five years.

Jackson Walker congratulates the following JW attorneys:

Bankruptcy and Workout Law
Claiborne B. Gregory, Jr.
J. Scott Rose

Business Litigation
Charles L. Smith
Robert L. Soza
Seagal V. Wheatley

Corporate and Securities Law
Steven R. Jacobs
Patrick B. Tobin

Labor and Employment Law
Richard G. Garza

Real Estate Law
Peter E. Hosey
Richard B. Moore

Tax Law
Mark Comuzzie
Eric G. Hoffman

08-15-2007

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Jorden Burt LLP

DOL Amends Civil Penalty Provisions to Reflect Failure to Provide Employees Notification Regarding Right to Sell Employer Stock
The U.S. Department of Labor (the "Department") published in the Federal Register a direct final rule amending ERISA's civil penalty regulation to reflect the recent amendments mandated by the Pension Protection Act of 2006 (the "PPA") regarding notification to employees of their right to sell employer stock.

08-15-2007

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Cleary, Gottlieb, Steen & Hamilton, L.L.P.

Leading European Rail Company in €200 Million IPO
Cleary Gottlieb represented the underwriters in VTG AG’s €200 million IPO. Goldman, Sachs & Co. oHG and UBS Limited acted as joint global coordinators and bookrunners. UniCredit Markets & Investment Banking was co-lead manager and M.M.Warburg & CO was co-manager. The IPO included a public offering in Germany and an international private placement with institutional investors, including under Rule 144A in the United States. The shares began trading on Frankfurt Stock Exchange, rated prime standard, on June 28.

VTG is a leading European rail logistics company.

08-15-2007

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