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Fort Lauderdale Business Lawyer Recipient of 2024 Martindale-Hubbell Award

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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OAKLAND PARK, Fla., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Elliot Legal Group is thrilled to announce that the firm's founding attorney, Mr. Gavin Elliot, has been selected as a winner of the 2024 Martindale-Hubbell Award with the AV Preeminent Rating. This prestigious honor, awarded after an exhaustive peer review process, is granted solely to attorneys with a rare combination of elite legal ability and a commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards.

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  • Mr. Elliot is a renowned international lawyer licensed to practice in the United Kingdom and America, specifically England and Wales, as well as Florida and Washington, D.C. With offices in Fort Lauderdale and Miami, Mr. Elliot has run his private practice since its founding in 2010.
  • OAKLAND PARK, Fla., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Elliot Legal Group is thrilled to announce that the firm's founding attorney, Mr. Gavin Elliot, has been selected as a winner of the 2024 Martindale-Hubbell Award with the AV Preeminent Rating.
  • Mr. Elliot is a renowned international lawyer licensed to practice in the United Kingdom and America, specifically England and Wales, as well as Florida and Washington, D.C. With offices in Fort Lauderdale and Miami, Mr. Elliot has run his private practice since its founding in 2010.
  • Since then, he has distinguished himself as the foremost legal authority in business litigation, real estate law, foreclosure defense, and general counsel services.

4 Greenberg Traurig Government Contracts Attorneys Named to ABA Public Contract Law Leadership Positions

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Saturday, November 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Four attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP were appointed to leadership positions within the American Bar Association (ABA)'s Section of Public Contract Law.

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  • Four attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP were appointed to leadership positions within the American Bar Association (ABA)'s Section of Public Contract Law.
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Four attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP were appointed to leadership positions within the American Bar Association (ABA)'s Section of Public Contract Law.
  • The Greenberg Traurig lawyers appointed to ABA leadership positions include:
    Government Contracts practice Co-Chair Jeffery M. Chiow , who has held numerous ABA leadership positions over the years, received a three-year appointment to the section's council.
  • A prolific writer and frequent public speaker, he also is the co-author of "IP and Technology in Government Contracts," now in its seventh edition.

BYU Law Professor Aaron Nielson Appointed Solicitor General of Texas

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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PROVO, Utah, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BYU Law today announced Professor Aaron Nielson has been appointed to serve as Solicitor General of Texas.

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  • PROVO, Utah, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BYU Law today announced Professor Aaron Nielson has been appointed to serve as Solicitor General of Texas.
  • Professor Nielson will take a one-year leave of absence from BYU Law School to serve as Solicitor General.
  • He supervises BYU Law's Washington, D.C. program and was selected as BYU Law Alumni Professor of the Year in 2019.
  • "I'm grateful to BYU Law for its willingness to allow me to take a one-year leave to work with the world-class appellate lawyers in the Texas Solicitor General Division.

Greenberg Traurig's David Zetoony Named Lexology Top Legal Influencer in Technology

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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DENVER, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- David A. Zetoony, co-chair of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's U.S. Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice, has been named the top "Legal Influencer" in the field of Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) - Europe by Lexology. TMT includes compliance with European data privacy and security laws, including those that regulate the use of Artificial Intelligence. This is Zetoony's 13th time being recognized as the top legal influencer in his field by the publication, which selected him from a pool of attorneys from more than 900 law firms.

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  • David A. Zetoony, co-chair of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's U.S. Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice, has been named the top "Legal Influencer" in the field of Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) - Europe by Lexology.
  • DENVER, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- David A. Zetoony , co-chair of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP 's U.S. Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice , has been named the top "Legal Influencer" in the field of Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) - Europe by Lexology.
  • Lexology is one of the most comprehensive sources of international legal updates, analysis, and insights, according to its website.
  • He also regularly contributes to Greenberg Traurig's Data Privacy Dish blog , which provides updates on the evolving data protection landscape.

Peter C. Harvey Elected to the Board of Directors of New Jersey Resources

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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The board of directors of New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR) today announced the unanimous election of Peter C. Harvey to the board.

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  • The board of directors of New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR) today announced the unanimous election of Peter C. Harvey to the board.
  • “Peter Harvey is a nationally recognized lawyer, former New Jersey Attorney General and federal prosecutor with extensive experience at the highest levels of his profession,” said Steve Westhoven, president and CEO of New Jersey Resources.
  • “He is a welcome addition to our company, and I am confident he will bring thoughtful, independent leadership to our board of directors.”
    “There are few people as accomplished in their field as Peter Harvey,” said Donald Correll, chair of the board of New Jersey Resources.
  • Previously, Mr. Harvey served as the 54th attorney general of New Jersey.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Ms. Mary T. Vidas acknowledged as a Lifetime Achiever Family Law 2023 for her contributions to the field of Law

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Ms. Mary T. Vidas is acknowledged as a Lifetime Achiever Family Law 2023 for her contributions to the field of Law.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Ms. Mary T. Vidas is acknowledged as a Lifetime Achiever Family Law 2023 for her contributions to the field of Law.
  • Ms. Mary T. Vidas pursued higher education at Georgetown University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree.
  • While at Georgetown, she developed an interest in the field of Law, prompting her to return home to attend Law school at Temple University.
  • With more than 36 years in the field, Ms. Vidas has represented clients in domestic relations and family law as well as specializing in matrimonial and family law.

New Attorney Video Illustrates The Rosenfeld Law Firm's Skillful, Tenacious Mental Health Defense in California

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Rosenfeld Law Firm today announces the release of a new California mental health defense video to YouTube. Featuring Principal Attorney and seasoned California Mental Health Lawyer Ken Rosenfeld, the video makes public in a new format the firm's successful mental health practice.

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  • A video recently released by California Mental Health Defense attorney Ken Rosenfeld and The Rosenfeld Law Firm stresses the complexity of mental health defense while highlighting the firm's acumen and successful track record for defending mental health cases in Northern, Central, and Southern California.
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Rosenfeld Law Firm today announces the release of a new California mental health defense video to YouTube.
  • Featuring Principal Attorney and seasoned California Mental Health Lawyer Ken Rosenfeld, the video makes public in a new format the firm's successful mental health practice.
  • With this video we wanted to get across how important mental health defense is and to let the people of California know that The Rosenfeld Law Firm has for years been providing skillful mental health defense throughout the state.

Greenberg Traurig's Michelle Gambino, Howard Jeruchimowitz to Speak at 2023 ICSC+ U.S. Law Conference

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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PHOENIX, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Michelle D. Gambino and Howard K. Jeruchimowitz, Real Estate Litigation shareholders at global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, will speak about legal issues in retail leases at the 2023 ICSC+ U.S. Law conference. This year, the event takes place at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa Oct. 25-27.

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  • Michelle D. Gambino and Howard K. Jeruchimowitz, Real Estate Litigation shareholders at global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, will speak about legal issues in retail leases at the 2023 ICSC+ U.S. Law conference.
  • PHOENIX, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Michelle D. Gambino and Howard K. Jeruchimowitz , Real Estate Litigation shareholders at global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP , will speak about legal issues in retail leases at the 2023 ICSC+ U.S. Law conference .
  • Howard Jeruchimowitz, a Litigation shareholder in the firm's Chicago office , focuses his practice on the real estate, construction, and financial services industries.
  • Law conference has provided an opportunity for retail real estate legal professionals to gain industry-specific knowledge and insight from leading authorities in the field.

Greenberg Traurig's Melissa Prusock to Moderate ABA Public Contract Law Public Procurement Symposium Panel

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Melissa P. Prusock, a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig LLP's Government Contracts Practice, will speak at the American Bar Association (ABA) Public Contract Law Section's Public Procurement Symposium in New Orleans Nov. 2.

Key Points: 
  • Melissa P. Prusock, a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig LLP's Government Contracts Practice, will speak at the American Bar Association (ABA) Public Contract Law Section's Public Procurement Symposium in New Orleans Nov. 2.
  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Melissa P. Prusock , a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig LLP 's Government Contracts Practice , will speak at the American Bar Association (ABA) Public Contract Law Section's Public Procurement Symposium in New Orleans Nov. 2.
  • Prusock will moderate the panel "Grants 101: An Introduction to and Refresher on Federal Grants and What May Be Changing," which will discussstatutes and regulations governing federal grants.
  • Prusock is a shareholder in the firm's Washington, D.C. office where she focuses her practice on investigations, litigation, and counseling related to federal government contracts and grants.

Greenberg Traurig Continues to Strengthen Energy & Natural Resources Practice with Regina A. Pearson in Austin

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues its strategic growth in Texas and its Energy & Natural Resources Practice with the addition of Regina A. Pearson as a shareholder in the Austin office. Pearson joins Greenberg Traurig from Faegre Drinker, where she served as co-chair of the infrastructure team, co-lead of the energy asset class, and a leader of the energy transactions team. Prior to that, Pearson was in-house counsel at a global engineering and construction company, where she advised executive, global, regional, and project management on projects and facilities exceeding $50 billion in value.

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  • Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues its strategic growth in Texas and its Energy & Natural Resources Practice with the addition of Regina A. Pearson as a shareholder in the Austin office.
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues its strategic growth in Texas and its Energy & Natural Resources Practice with the addition of Regina A. Pearson as a shareholder in the Austin office .
  • Pearson joins Greenberg Traurig from Faegre Drinker, where she served as co-chair of the infrastructure team, co-lead of the energy asset class, and a leader of the energy transactions team.
  • "Greenberg Traurig continues to execute its strategic growth plans, in both the Texas market and Energy & Natural Resources Practice, with highly qualified team members.