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Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Tim Madden Completes Liberty Fellowship
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough Partner Tim Madden has graduated in the Class of 2007 Liberty Fellows, a two-year leadership program designed to empower the future leaders of South Carolina.

The statewide leadership effort, initiated by Hayne Hipp and sponsored by Liberty Corp., Wofford College, and the Aspen Institute, promotes values-based leadership to South Carolina leaders ages 25-45 geared toward critical thinking, skilled mentorship and camaraderie.

Participants were chosen from third-party nominations. Mr. Madden was one of 20 individuals chosen from among 100 nominees. Mr. Madden is the second Nelson Mullins partner to become a Liberty Fellow. The Firm's managing partner, David Dukes, graduated from the inaugural class in June 2006.

Based in Greenville, Mr. Madden practices statewide and concentrates much of his time in complex family law matters related to the dissolution of marriages, focusing on matters involving complex assets, income or other challenging financial issues. In addition, he practices in the areas of litigation, governmental relations and administrative law.

Mr. Madden taught family law in the paralegal program at Greenville Technical College, serves as chairman of the South Carolina Education Lottery Commission, is a director of the South Carolina Student Loan Corporation, and is a member of The Palmetto Bank’s Greenville Community Advisory Board. His previous community service includes the Greenville County Transportation Committee and South Carolina Transportation Infrastructure Bank.

06-20-2007

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Mayer Brown LLP

Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw Ranked by Legal 500 in Five Litigation Areas Firm Top Ranked in Supreme Court & Appellate and Tax Controversy & Transfer Pricing
Two litigation practices at Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP have received top ranking from Legal 500 among all U.S. law firms that "demonstrate frequent success before the Supreme Court." The Supreme Court & Appellate and Tax Controversy & Transfer Pricing practices are recognized for their skill, performance, talent, range of experience and unparalleled knowledge of how to deal with the federal appellate courts. "The firm's impressive credentials extend beyond pure courtroom skills, and a broad range of attributes makes the firm a premier operator," noted the commentary in the recently released Volume 3 of the Legal 500 U.S. In addition, the firm's Antitrust, Environment and Securities Litigation practices were also recognized.

The Supreme Court & Appellate Practice Group is ranked as the leading appellate practice in the United States. It is the oldest and largest Supreme Court & Appellate practice in the country, and offers "genuine national coverage" with 26 partners, four counsel, 30 associates and three academic affiliates. "It is this depth of bench compared to its rivals that marks it out as a rock-solid top-tier player," according to Legal 500. Frequent appearances by the firm's attorneys before the Supreme Court are noted, with a total of 196 cases argued there including nine in the three most recent terms, plus hundreds more in appellate courts across the country. Client satisfaction is described as extremely high; one client is quoted that Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw is "a go-to firm for any appellate work." Others praise the firm's thorough legal research, excellent analysis, crisp and clear writing and briefs that rarely need extensive editing.

The firm's Tax Controversy & Transfer Pricing practice also received top ranking for its team of 35 lawyers recognized for their expertise and outstanding performance on cases involving such issues as cross-border transfer pricing, economic substance issues and the tax treatment of tangible and intangible assets in acquisitions. Legal 500 describes the firm's "dedicated team peopled by trial lawyers and litigators who spend all of their time on tax matters" and notes they have collectively litigated more than 100 tax cases. Clients are quoted as extremely pleased with the competence and thorough nature of the work as well as the "excellent job of representing clients' interests."

"These rankings are proof of our endless dedication to client service," said James D. Holzhauer, Chairman of Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw. "They also demonstrate the skill and expertise of the highly-talented professionals within these practices as well as our continued leadership among global law firms."

Legal 500 also recognized Antitrust, "a truly outstanding litigation practice" with "effective and professional litigators" praised by clients for delivering prompt and responsive service. The firm is called a "significant player in the market." The Environmental Practice is described by Legal 500 as "a powerhouse in the Midwest" with a solid base of clients, particularly related to disaster-recovery work. According to one client, "This firm is unparalleled in its ability to formulate solid but creative legal strategies." The Securities Litigation Practice also gained recognition, with client comments ranging from "outstanding, the very best at what they do" to "work was first-rate." The practice is noted for its "significant advice to clients" including both issuers and underwriters.

Legal 500, the world's largest legal referral guide, relies on an extensive research process including thousands of interviews with lawyers and clients.

06-20-2007

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Luce, Forward, Hamilton & Scripps, LLP

Luce Forward Attorney Micah Parzen to Speak a International Law and Mental Health Congress in Italy
Micah D. Parzen, a labor and employment attorney in the San Diego office of Luce Forward has been invited to organize and moderate a panel discussion on employment-related lawsuits at the 30th International Congress on Law and Mental Health being held June 25-30 in Padua, Italy.

Parzen, who holds a doctorate in medical anthropology, will lead a panel titled, “The Cultural Psychology of Workplace Litigiousness.” The panel, assembled by Parzen, includes scholars from around the world and will cover topics relating to the psychological implications of legal issues in the workplace.
“I’m particularly excited about this panel,” said Parzen, “because it brings together an extraordinary group of individuals, all of whom have unique expertise and insight with respect to a single, critical research question: What drives employees to file administrative claims and lawsuits against their employers?”

As part of the panel, Parzen will speak about the significant psycho-cultural themes that emerge through “litigation narratives,” the first-hand stories that individuals explicitly and implicitly tell about themselves, their employers, and the nature of workplace relations by and through their pursuit of employment-related administrative claims and lawsuits.

“We are proud to have Micah recognized as a leading resource in legal matters related to employment in the workforce,” said Robert J. Bell, Luce Forward’s Managing Partner. “His twofold expertise in anthropology and law lends an extraordinarily unique perspective to his practice and contributes greatly to our firm in a variety of ways.”

As an attorney in Luce Forward’s Labor and Employment Practice Group, Parzen provides counsel to employers on all aspects of the employment relationship, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour issues, prevailing wage laws, and OSHA-related matters. He is also called upon regularly to provide trainings on how to prevent unlawful harassment and discrimination in the workplace. His background as an anthropologist enables him to approach workplace conflict as a microcosm of cultural conflict, which, once identified as such, can be prevented or resolved through effective communication strategies.

“Many employers forget that cultural difference is all around us, under our noses, and everywhere we look. This includes the workplace where a company’s policies, procedures, and management style cultivate and encourage certain modes of interaction over others,” said Parzen. “Recognizing this fact is a critical first step in understanding and preventing employment-related claims.”

Parzen serves as the President of the board of directors of ElderHelp of San Diego, a social services agency dedicated to helping low-income seniors stay in their homes. He is also a member of the board of advisors of Un Mundo, a nonprofit international organization focused on development within marginalized Honduran communities. He is also a member and key contributor to the San Diego Employer's Advisory Council.

06-20-2007

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King & Spalding

King & Spalding Represents TAIB Bank in Sale of Controlling Interest to Dubai Holding
King & Spalding, a leading international law firm, advised Bahrain-based TAIB Bank and its shareholders on their agreement to sell a 60% interest in the bank to Dubai Financial LLC, the financial holding company for Dubai Group. The transaction is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2007.

TAIB, established as a private bank in Bahrain in 1979 and listed on the Bahrain Stock Exchange since 1994, specializes in wealth management and investment banking.

The King & Spalding legal team on the transaction consisted of partner Benjamin Newland and senior associate Wael Wahbeh, both of the Dubai office.

06-20-2007

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Kennedy Covington Lobdell & Hickman, L.L.P.

Access to Justice Campaign Receives Significant Boost from Kennedy Covington Attorneys
Kennedy Covington, one of the largest law firms in the Carolinas, has teamed up with Legal Services of Southern Piedmont for its annual Access for Justice Campaign. More than $54,000 was contributed by 154 Kennedy Covington attorneys and will be used to support Legal Aid of North Carolina and Legal Services for the Elderly, in addition to Legal Services of Southern Piedmont.

"We applaud these legal professionals for their substantive and enduring commitment to support the community in which they serve," said Ken Schorr, Executive Director of Legal Services of Southern Piedmont. "We truly are fortunate and privileged to have Kennedy Covington partner with us on this campaign. The firm's contribution will allow us to serve many more individuals in need of free legal aid."

Kennedy Covington was the leading financial contributor to the Access for Justice Campaign, which totals $336,000.

"We set a goal of surpassing last year's contribution of $41,000 and are so pleased that our firm exceeded our expectations," said David H. Jones, partner, Kennedy Covington. "It is rewarding to know that our contributions will help provide needed legal services to people in our community who are not able to afford them."

Legal Services of Southern Piedmont (LSSP), Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC) and Legal Services for the Elderly (LSE) work together to provide a full range of legal services to a full range of clients. The Access to Justice Campaign provides an opportunity for the legal community in Mecklenburg County to partner financially to ensure that access to justice is a reality.

About LSSP

Legal Services of Southern Piedmont (LSSP) is a non-profit law firm providing legal services in civil matters to low-income people in the Charlotte area and in west-central North Carolina. Services are provided by staff attorneys and paralegals and by hundreds of volunteer attorneys.

06-20-2007

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Kennedy Covington Lobdell & Hickman, L.L.P.

Kennedy Covington Partner Receives "40 Under 40" Award
Kennedy Covington, one of the largest law firms in the Carolinas, is pleased to announce that partner René J. LeBlanc-Allman has been honored for her outstanding leadership with the Charlotte Business Journal's "40 Under 40" award.

As a partner in Kennedy Covington's banking and finance practice group, René's practice focuses primarily on representing financial institutions in structuring, negotiating and documenting secured and unsecured domestic and international lending transactions. She also represents corporate clients in obtaining financing arrangements.

René has a proven track record of success for her clients. She represented administrative agents and/or lenders in numerous syndicated credit facilities in amounts ranging from $25 million to $1.5 billion, secured, partially secured and unsecured, with certain of such facilities involving cross-border lending, multi-currencies and foreign collateral.

René's community service resumé is impressive. She serves on the board of managers for the Childress-Klein YMCA and also serves on its community development committee. René is also a mentor for Kennedy Covington's "Path to Leadership" program, which pairs new associates with a mentor attorney within the firm.

"René is highly respected by her colleagues because she is a great lawyer and leader," says David Batty, partner, Kennedy Covington. "Since she takes her clients' needs and problems to heart, René's clients trust her on an unprecedented level. These strong relationships are important to her and she works very hard to uphold them. René's sincerity and loyalty, combined with her extraordinary legal talent, make her a role model for young attorneys at our firm."

Candidates for "40 Under 40" are judged on their business leadership roles and voluntary efforts toward the betterment of the community, in addition to meeting the age requirement.

06-20-2007

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Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Katten Muchin Rosenman Adds David Hertzog as Partner in Corporate Practice
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP today announced that David B. Hertzog has joined the Firm as a New York-based partner in its Corporate Practice.

Prior to joining Katten, Mr. Hertzog served as a consultant to a private equity firm and a number of other companies, where he provided business, financial and legal advisory services. Prior to that, he was Vice President and General Counsel of Allegheny Energy Inc., an $8.5 billion NYSE company, where he was part of the successful turnaround team. For more than 20 years, Mr. Hertzog was managing partner of Hertzog, Calamari & Gleason, the boutique law firm that he founded in 1976, which merged with Winston & Strawn LLP in 1999. He then served as a senior partner in Winston & Strawn’s Corporate Practice.

Mr. Hertzog’s practice encompasses all principal areas of corporate and financial matters, including public and private financial transactions, securities matters, including SEC investigatory matters, private equity deals and mergers and acquisitions. He also has extensive experience in accounting matters, including those relating to irregularities in financial reporting.

He is a member of the American Bar Association’s Section of Corporation, Banking and Business Law as well as its Section of Natural Resources. Mr. Hertzog is also a member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. In addition, he is a director of the New York Regional Board of the Anti-Defamation League.

Mr. Hertzog received his B.S. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business and his J.D. from the New York University School of Law.

Katten’s Corporate Practice encompasses mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, public and private debt and equity offerings, public company representation, REIT formation, institutional lending, securitizations, leveraged leasing, structured finance, start-up and venture capital financing, leveraged buy-outs, joint ventures and other strategic alliances, real estate finance, partnership tender offers and roll-ups and proxy contests

06-20-2007

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