Posted on 1/3/17
Corporate Technology Lawyer Andrew Smetana Joins Vinson & Elkins as Counsel
Andrew Smetana, an experienced attorney with venture capital, finance, mergers and acquisitions and corporate law and governance capabilities, has joined Vinson & Elkins as counsel in . . .
Posted on 12/31/16
Jones Day's Elyse Lyons Chosen for Dallas Regional Chamber Young Professionals Program
Elyse Lyons, an associate in the Dallas Office of global law firm Jones Day, has been chosen to join the Dallas
Posted on 12/29/16
Guns, Bathrooms, Naming Rights Among Texas’ Top Legal Stories for 2016
Androvett Legal Media & Marketing, the largest public relations and advertising firm in Texas devoted exclusively to law and legal issues, has compiled its list of . . .
Posted on 12/22/16
Jones Day Names Three New Dallas Partners
The global law firm Jones Day has announced that the following three Dallas lawyers have been named to the Firm's partnership, effective January 1, 2017. Jay . . .
Posted on 12/21/16
The Entrepreneur’s Lab Video Series: Lawsuits
“The Entrepreneur’s Lab” is a one-minute video series aimed at offering practical guidance and thought leadership to entrepreneurs and business owners. Each installment of “The Entrepreneur’s . . .
Posted on 12/21/16
New Year’s Resolutions
For many people, it is very difficult to go through a major life transition like separation or divorce at this time of the year. It can . . .
Posted on 12/20/16
M & A Nuggets: Year-End Closing?
In the 1980s and 1990s, it was almost a rule that a purchase transaction being negotiated in the last quarter of a year had to close . . .
Posted on 12/20/16
VIVA SARA! – Department of Education Releases Long Awaited State Authorization Rule for Distance Education
Over the last decade higher education has been revolutionized by distance education. Initially the distance education market was dominated by several large for-profit institutions. However, due . . .
Posted on 12/19/16
Read | Delete: Hogan Backs Mandatory Paid Sick Leave
Republican Gov. Larry Hogan said companies with at least 50 employees would be required to offer full-time workers five sick days per year. He said he . . .
Posted on 12/19/16
I. Bobby Majumder Named Managing Partner of Perkins Coie’s Dallas Office
Perkins Coie announced today that Bobby Majumder will become Managing Partner of the firm’s Dallas office, effective January 1, 2017. Bobby succeeds Steve Smith, who has . . .
Posted on 12/19/16
Cantey Hanger's Christopher Klement to Chair Dallas Bar Section
Christopher A. Klement, an Associate attorney in the Dallas office of Cantey Hanger LLP, has been elected Chairman of
Posted on 12/18/16
Litigator John Paul Nefflen Joins Nashville Office of Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton
Respected commercial litigator John Paul Nefflen has joined the business and entertainment law firm Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP, as a partner in the Nashville . . .
Posted on 12/15/16
Friday Factoid: World’s Greatest Brands Series- Santa Claus Edition
The World’s Most Famous Brands Series: Santa Claus EditionHoliday symbols such as Santa Claus have distinct names in different languages. Take this quiz to learn how . . .
Posted on 12/16/16
14 Chamberlain Hrdlicka Lawyers Named Among Leading Business Lawyers
Chamberlain Hrdlicka White, Williams & Aughtry announces the recognition of 14 attorneys in the 2016 edition of Super Lawyers’ Business Edition. This magazine features the top . . .
Posted on 12/14/16
Asset Protection in Divorce
Prior to filing for divorce, Maryland spouses are advised to think about asset protection. A fair and equitable division of assets is more likely if some . . .
Posted on 12/13/16
The Future of the Affordable Care Act In A Trump Administration
A new guessing game has enveloped the Nation’s Capital: What will happen to the Affordable Care Act when President-elect Donald J. Trump takes the oath of . . .
Posted on 12/13/16
M & A Nuggets: Giving The Owner Stock In The Purchaser
Sometimes, the purchaser in an asset acquisition issues shares of stock in the purchaser to the seller’s owner. This may or may not be a good . . .
Posted on 12/13/16
Lou Ulman: Reflections & Congratulations
It is with great admiration and respect that we congratulate our colleague, Louis Ulman, on a simply stellar legal career. His contributions to our firm have . . .
Posted on 12/12/16
Read | Delete: Best Breeding Grounds for Small Businesses
The best breeding grounds for small businesses? Look no further than the American South and Southwest. Texas and Florida are home to nine of the 10 . . .
Posted on 12/9/16
The Weekly Scenario: Reasons To Have A Will
Drawing up a Will is an important task that anyone with property or children should consider doing. The Will provides a means to legally protect your . . .
Posted on 12/8/16
Friday Factoid: World’s Greatest Brands Series- Holiday Foods Edition
The World’s Most Famous Brands Series: Holiday Foods EditionWhich brand is featured in each of these famous holiday advertisements and products?Start QuizIf you have any questions . . .
Posted on 12/8/16
Telebriefs: EEOC Issues Enforcement Guidance on National Origin Discrimination
Recently, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published a press release updating its enforcement guidance on national origin discrimination to replace its version from 2002. As . . .
Posted on 12/8/16
Akerman Ranked Among Top 20 Most Innovative Law Firms in North America by Financial Times
Akerman LLP, a top 100 U.S. law firm serving clients across the Americas, has once again been selected as one of the nation's most
Posted on 12/7/16
Using Asset Protection Trusts with or without a Prenuptial Agreement
From The Desk Of HerbIt is reported that 40% to 50% of first marriages and 60% of second marriages end in divorce. Without appropriate planning, a . . .
Posted on 12/7/16
Consistency: A Key to Healthy Parenting After Divorce
Maintaining a healthy parent-child relationship during and after a divorce is sometimes difficult. Along with the separation comes a change in relationships, communication, and routine for . . .
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