International Bar Association

Lynn L. Bergeson Earns High Accolades from Chambers, WWL, and Best Lawyers

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Friday, August 5, 2022
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Ms. Bergeson has been recognized for the 20th year as one of The Best Lawyers in America© in 2023 for Environmental Law and Environmental Litigation and has again been named one of North America's leading legal practitioners by Who's Who Legal -- Environment for 2022, marking the 18th year Ms. Bergeson has been so named. In addition to these recent accolades, Ms. Bergeson has once again been recognized by Super Lawyers as a Top Rated Environmental Attorney in Washington, D.C., and by Martindale Hubble as an AV Preeminent® Lawyer.

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  • (B&C) is pleased to announce that Managing Partner Lynn L. Bergeson has been recognized by a number of the leading legal ranking, and peer and client review organizations, notably Chambers and Partners, Best Lawyers, and Who's Who Legal.
  • This is Ms. Bergeson's 18th year earning top marks from Chambers USA as one of the best lawyers in America.
  • The commentary accompanying her Chambers ranking speaks of Ms. Bergeson as "The best nationwide practitioner on product-related environmental regulations; a true expert."
  • Ms. Bergeson is a Fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers and is Co-Chair of the International Bar Association Agricultural Law Section.

Joblio Inc. Appoints Tsvi Kan-Tor as Vice Chairman of the Executive Board

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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MIAMI, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Joblio Inc., the transparent and tech-enabled recruitment platform for foreign talent, today announced the appointment of Tsvi Kan-Tor as Vice Chairman of its Executive Board. A seasoned legal luminary, Kan-Tor will bring his wealth of knowledge and experience to ensure that Joblio works seamlessly with other global organizations in upholding labor laws and protecting the rights of foreign workers. The announcement is made by Joblio Founder and CEO Jon Purizhansky, subsequent to other notable board additions, including its new Chairman, David Arkless.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Joblio Inc., the transparent and tech-enabled recruitment platform for foreign talent, today announced the appointment of Tsvi Kan-Tor as Vice Chairman of its Executive Board.
  • The announcement is made by Joblio Founder and CEO Jon Purizhansky, subsequent to other notable board additions, including its new Chairman, David Arkless.
  • "We are all excited to have someone of Tsvi's caliber join us in advancing ethical employment of foreign talent," said Purizhansky.
  • My role is to help Joblio prove that it is possible to achieve all of that," said Kan-Tor, who will continue his role at Kan-Tor & Acco while serving as Vice Chairman of Joblio's Executive Board.

Greenberg Traurig's Kelly Dobbs Bunting Recognized in Who's Who Legal: Labour & Employment

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Monday, August 1, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kelly Dobbs Bunting, shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Labor & Employment Practice, is recognized in the 2022 Who's Who Legal: Labour & Employment guide, her fifth consecutive year being recommended. The publication highlights individuals based on comprehensive, independent survey work with general counsel and private practitioners worldwide.

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  • Kelly Dobbs Bunting, shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Labor & Employment Practice, is recognized in the 2022 Who's Who Legal: Labour & Employment guide, her fifth consecutive year being recommended.
  • PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kelly Dobbs Bunting , shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Labor & Employment Practice , is recognized in the 2022 Who's Who Legal: Labour & Employment guide, her fifth consecutive year being recommended.
  • Bunting, co-chair of the firm's Workforce Compliance & Counseling Group , is based in the Philadelphia office .
  • About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2400 attorneys in 43 locations in the United States, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.

Greenberg Traurig Continues to Grow London White Collar Crime Practice with Top Lawyer Rebecca Meads

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022
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LONDON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues the strategic expansion of its London office with the addition of Rebecca F. Meads who joins as a Shareholder and Chair of the London White Collar Crime & Investigations Team. Gavin Costelloe and Alex Swan join as Senior Associates.

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  • Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues the strategic expansion of its London office with the addition of Rebecca F. Meads who joins as a Shareholder and Chair of the London White Collar Crime & Investigations Team.
  • LONDON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues the strategic expansion of its London office with the addition of Rebecca F. Meads who joins as a Shareholder and Chair of the London White Collar Crime & Investigations Team.
  • Meads is highly regarded within the white collar community having been at the boutique practice of Peters & Peters Solicitors since 2011.
  • "Moving to Greenberg Traurig represents an excellent opportunity to help develop and grow the London White Collar Practice.

OneShield Appoints Insurance & Technology Veteran David Deal to Chief Legal Officer

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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MARLBOROUGH, Mass., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OneShield Software (OneShield.com) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Deal as Chief Legal Officer (CLO). Deal comes to OneShield following his role as CLO and COO for Trōv - a global insurtech startup recently purchased by Travelers Insurance. His prior experience includes General Counsel for One Inc., Senior Corporate Counsel for Apple Inc., Senior Director/Counsel for Allianz of America, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer for GeoVera Holdings, Inc. (one of the largest specialty homeowner and insurance carriers in the US), and Senior Counsel with the global AM100 law firm Holland & Knight.

Key Points: 
  • Hailed by colleagues as an expert in both software law and insurance technology, Deal joins OneShield's Executive Team as the company continues to expand.
  • MARLBOROUGH, Mass., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OneShield Software ( OneShield.com ) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Dealas Chief Legal Officer (CLO).
  • Deal comes to OneShield following his role as CLO and COO for Trv - a global insurtech startup recently purchased by Travelers Insurance.
  • Hailed by colleagues as an expert in software law and insurance technology, David Deal joins OneShield Executive Team.

Legendary corporate investigator Ernest Brod launches Brod Global Intelligence

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Brod Global Intelligence (BGI) has announced its launch as a corporate intelligence firm led by founder and CEO, Ernest Brod. Brod, a pioneer and luminary in the field of investigations and business intelligence, has positioned BGI to be an industry leader and a trusted partner for its clients. 

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  • NEW YORK, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Brod Global Intelligence (BGI) has announced its launch as a corporate intelligence firm led by founder and CEO, Ernest Brod.
  • He was most recently a Managing Director with professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal, leading A&M's business intelligence practice from New York.
  • At A&M, Brod applied his expertise to a wide variety of projects, including due diligence, litigation support, corporate contests, and asset searches.
  • Brod Global Intelligence (BGI) is a New York-based investigations and intelligence firm led by legendary corporate investigator Ernest Brod.

17 offices across 10 countries; the region’s leading law firm expands its operations

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Friday, March 18, 2022
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The expansion will see the law firm grow its footprint in the MENA region to 17 offices across 10 countries.

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  • The expansion will see the law firm grow its footprint in the MENA region to 17 offices across 10 countries.
  • Establishing an office in Casablanca moves us a step closer to achieving our vision, which is to be the leading law firm in the Middle East and North Africa.
  • Al Tamimi & Company is the leading law firm in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) with 17 offices across 10 countries.
  • Nesrine Roudane has been a lawyer with the Casablanca Bar since 2002 and the Managing Partner of Roudane & Partners Law Firm since 2008.

King & Spalding's New York Office Adds International Arbitration Partner Samaa Haridi

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- King & Spalding today announced that international arbitration lawyer Samaa Haridi has joined as a partner in the firm's Trial and Global Disputes practice group in the New York office.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- King & Spalding today announced that international arbitration lawyer Samaa Haridi has joined as a partner in the firm's Trial and Global Disputes practice group in the New York office.
  • In addition to providing counsel, Haridi frequently sits as an arbitrator in international commercial and investment disputes.
  • "Samaa is well known to me and many of our partners personally and professionally, and all of us hold her in high regard," said Edward Kehoe, co-head of King & Spalding's International Arbitration and Litigation team.
  • "The firm's international arbitration team has an outstanding reputation, both the people and the work," said Haridi.

Greenberg Traurig's Seth Entin Speaks About International Tax Issues Impacting Businesses

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Thursday, January 27, 2022
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MIAMI, Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Miami Tax Shareholder Seth J. Entin of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A ., spoke at two recent professional events about significant changes and developments in the international tax arena that are impacting businesses in the U.S. and globally.

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  • MIAMI, Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Miami Tax Shareholder Seth J. Entin of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A ., spoke at two recent professional events about significant changes and developments in the international tax arena that are impacting businesses in the U.S. and globally.
  • He discussed the tax issues and planning considerations that arise when a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) combines with a target company.
  • Entin addressed various tax scenarios that can arise when U.S. and foreign SPACs merge with local or foreign target companies.
  • With more than 23 years of experience, Entin focuses his practice on the international taxation of high-net-worth individuals and families, international corporate taxation, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) international tax audits, and IRS voluntary disclosures.

Nighthawk Gold Appoints Two New Board Members and Vice President of Investor Relations

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Monday, January 17, 2022
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The Company has appointed Mr. Allan Candelario, CFA, to the role of Vice President, Investor Relations.

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  • The Company has appointed Mr. Allan Candelario, CFA, to the role of Vice President, Investor Relations.
  • Morris Prychidny, Chairman of the Nighthawk Board, commented, "On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Ms. Hofmeister, Ms. Heston, and Mr. Candelario to Nighthawk.
  • Keyvan Salehi, P.Eng., Nighthawk President and CEO, commented, "We begin 2022 by strengthening our Board and management team with accomplished and well-respected individuals from the mining sector.
  • Most recently, Mr. Candelario was the Vice President, Investor Relations at Battle North Gold Corp. ("Battle North"), a Canadian gold developer with assets in the Red Lake Gold Camp in Northern Ontario.