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Columbus Citizens Foundation announces Grand Marshal and Honorees for the 2023 Columbus Day Parade

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Columbus Citizens Foundation is proud to announce Beth Paretta as Grand Marshal of the largest parade celebrating Italian American heritage in the United States. Ms. Paretta, the founder of Paretta Autosport, has broken barriers in the field of auto racing and has made a special commitment to STEM Education for Girls. She is the first female director of a performance brand and motorsport for an automotive company. She started her career in auto dealerships and moved into the business side working for Volkswagen, addressing wholesale and retail financing. She later worked for Aston Martin, and then joined Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in 2011 as the director of marketing and operations for their performance division, SRT. Beth launched Paretta Autosport in 2021 to lead diversity initiatives across professional racing disciplines, starting with the NTT Data INDYCAR series and the Indianapolis 500. Her dynamic spirit, deep interest in her Italian heritage, and her accomplishment make her an ideal Grand Marshal.

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  • Columbus Citizens Foundation announces Beth Paretta as Grand Marshal to be joined at the front of the 2023 Columbus Day Parade by Honorees Don DeCarlo, Janet DiFiore, Thomas DiNapoli and Father Zachariah F. Presutti
    NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Columbus Citizens Foundation is proud to announce Beth Paretta as Grand Marshal of the largest parade celebrating Italian American heritage in the United States.
  • She started her career in auto dealerships and moved into the business side working for Volkswagen, addressing wholesale and retail financing.
  • Her dynamic spirit, deep interest in her Italian heritage, and her accomplishment make her an ideal Grand Marshal.
  • They all have a demonstrated interest in education, which is an important characteristic that the Foundation seeks in its honorees.

Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick Named to City & State's 'The 2023 Power of Diversity: Latino 100' List

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick, of counsel in Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Appeals & Legal Issues Group has added inclusion on City & State's "The 2023 Power of Diversity: Latino 100" list to her many achievements. The list recognizes "the most influential Latinos who are serving in public office, running businesses, leading nonprofits, and advocating for policy changes in New York," according to the publication.

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  • Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick, of counsel in Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Appeals & Legal Issues Group has added inclusion on City & State's "The 2023 Power of Diversity: Latino 100" list to her many achievements.
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick , of counsel in Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Appeals & Legal Issues Group has added inclusion on City & State's " The 2023 Power of Diversity: Latino 100 " list to her many achievements.
  • Of Puerto Rican descent, Ciparick was born in New York City, grew up in Washington Heights, graduated from Hunter College, and received her J.D.
  • At Greenberg Traurig, Ciparick advises clients on appellate matters and litigation strategy and mentors the firm's junior lawyers.

Terrence M. Connors, Esquire, to Receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Second Circuit

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Terrence M. Connors has been selected to receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Second Circuit .

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  • Terrence M. Connors has been selected to receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Second Circuit .
  • Chief Judge Debra Ann Livingston of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit will present the award to Connors at a later date.
  • Thurgood S. Marshall Award as the Outstanding Practitioner in the state from the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
  • The American Inns of Court, in Alexandria, Virginia, inspires the legal community to advance the rule of law by achieving the highest level of professionalism through example, education, and mentoring.

Academics and artists to explore the intersection of art, law and social justice at University of Houston Law Center conference on Sept. 22

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Attendees will also honor the achievements of the late UHLC Professor Emeritus Michael A. Olivas during the Law, Community, and Social Justice Conference on Friday, Sept. 22.

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  • Attendees will also honor the achievements of the late UHLC Professor Emeritus Michael A. Olivas during the Law, Community, and Social Justice Conference on Friday, Sept. 22.
  • University of Houston Law Center hosts art, law, and social justice event on Sept 22.
  • "I am delighted that UH Law Center is holding this conference that commemorates the one-year anniversary of moving into the John M. O'Quinn Law Building.
  • The conference's three panels will focus on community and social justice, art and social justice, and the scholarship and career of Olivas.

Luis M. Martinez Appointed Co-Chair of the ABA's International Law Section's International Arbitration Committee

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association ® (AAA®) announces that Luis M. Martinez, Esq., Vice President of the organization's international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), has been selected as one of the 2023-2024 Co-Chairs of the American Bar Association (ABA) International Law Section's International Arbitration Committee.

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  • "The AAA-ICDR congratulates Luis on his appointment as Co-Chair of the International Arbitration Committee.
  • The upcoming year will be a busy one for the International Arbitration Committee, beginning with Committee members' participation in the ABA International Law Section's 2023 Fall Conference, "Law and the Future of Technology," in Seoul, South Korea, from October 10-13.
  • "I am proud to have been selected by my colleagues to help steer the ABA's International Arbitration Committee," said Luis Martinez, Vice President of the ICDR.
  • Mr. Martinez also serves as Honorary President of the Inter-American Commercial Arbitration Commission, and frequently contributes to international arbitration publications and speaks at international arbitration programs around the world.

Trepp's Education Segment Crowns its First Innovation Challenge Champion

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

NEW YORK, May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trepp, a leading provider of data, insights, and technology solutions to structured finance, commercial real estate, and banking markets, is excited to announce Jaylin Jones, of the University of Mississippi, as the winner of its first Innovation Challenge. Trepp's Education Segment partnered with NYU Stern's C.H. Chen Institute for Global Real Estate Finance in hosting the challenge which encouraged students to explore innovative solutions using data or technology to address various challenges in the commercial real estate industry within specific categories. 

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  • Trepp's Education Segment partnered with NYU Stern's C.H.
  • Chen Institute for Global Real Estate Finance in hosting the challenge which encouraged students to explore innovative solutions using data or technology to address various challenges in the commercial real estate industry within specific categories.
  • As part of the Innovation Challenge, participants were tasked with developing innovative solutions using data or technology to solve a variety of challenges within the commercial real estate industry.
  • If you're interested in learning more about our Education Segment and future Innovation Challenges, visit our website today or contact [email protected]
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Atenedoro Gonzalez to Bring Tenant Rights Expertise to HELP USA

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

HELP USA announced the appointment of Atenedoro (AT) Gonzalez, Esq.

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  • HELP USA announced the appointment of Atenedoro (AT) Gonzalez, Esq.
  • Gonzalez will serve on the Transitional Housing and Governance Committees to lend guidance tenant/landlord interactions at HELP facilities and expanding relationships with City agencies and elected officials.
  • I am ready to do all I can to support the mission.”
    With the election of Gonzalez, HELP USA further strengthens its Board of Directors, which already includes industry leaders, advocates, and experts in the housing industry.
  • "AT has a deep knowledge of the critical issues facing those in need of affordable housing," said Arthur Mirante, HELP USA Trustee.

Dean Omar Branham Shirley Partners Recognized Among Top Plaintiffs Attorneys in the Nation

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

DALLAS, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two lawyers at Dallas-based trial law firm Dean Omar Branham Shirley, LLP have been recognized on Lawdragon's national list of 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers for 2023. The ranking honors top attorneys who advocate for consumers, putting their own resources on the line in the fight for justice.

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  • DALLAS, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two lawyers at Dallas-based trial law firm Dean Omar Branham Shirley, LLP have been recognized on Lawdragon's national list of 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers for 2023.
  • The ranking honors top attorneys who advocate for consumers, putting their own resources on the line in the fight for justice.
  • Veteran trial lawyers Jessica Dean and Amin Omar are recognized for their work in personal injury and products liability.
  • The Lawdragon 2023 edition is honoring Mr. Omar for the second consecutive year and Ms. Dean for the third.

Craig Kavanagh Named Partner by Manire Galla Curley LLP

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Manire Galla Curley LLP, a boutique law firm representing liability insurers, is pleased to announce the promotion of Craig Kavanagh to the position of Partner with the firm.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Manire Galla Curley LLP, a boutique law firm representing liability insurers, is pleased to announce the promotion of Craig Kavanagh to the position of Partner with the firm.
  • Craig has over twelve years of experience with directors and officers liability insurance, professional liability insurance, and employment practices liability insurance.
  • He works closely with clients to develop coverage strategies, keeping clients apprised of relevant legal and coverage issues and representing insurers in a wide variety of coverage disputes.
  • His experience and strong relationships with clients will be an important driver in the growth of our firm," said Mike Manire, the firm's Managing Partner.

SANDRIDGE ENERGY, INC. ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF NANCY DUNLAP TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SandRidge Energy, Inc. (the "Company" or "SandRidge") (NYSE: SD) today announced that Nancy Dunlap has been elected to the Company's Board of Directors ("Board").

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  • OKLAHOMA CITY, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SandRidge Energy, Inc. (the "Company" or "SandRidge") (NYSE: SD) today announced that Nancy Dunlap has been elected to the Company's Board of Directors ("Board").
  • Ms. Dunlap was previously a director of CVR Refining, LP, an independent downstream energy limited partnership, from July 2018 to February 2019.
  • Jonathan Frates, Chairman of the Company's Board, commented "We are extremely pleased to add Nancy to our Board.
  • With her experience and knowledge, we are adding additional expertise as we strive to maximize shareholder value at SandRidge."