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Governance Professionals of Canada Announces Shortlisted Companies for the 10th Excellence in Governance Awards

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Friday, September 22, 2023

GPC congratulates all the shortlisted companies for their exceptional dedication to governance excellence who serve as role models for the Canadian business community, inspiring others to elevate their governance standards.

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  • GPC congratulates all the shortlisted companies for their exceptional dedication to governance excellence who serve as role models for the Canadian business community, inspiring others to elevate their governance standards.
  • We also acknowledge the dedication and effort invested in the EGA nomination process and commend those organizations that have stepped forward to be recognized for their commitment to good governance.
  • The winners in each category will be announced at the 10th Excellence in Governance Awards ceremony, which will take place on November 8th at the prestigious Carlu in Toronto.
  • For more information about the EGAs, please visit GPC's Awards page HERE and to register for the 2023 Awards Gala and Ceremony HERE .

29 James Scott Farrin Attorneys Recognized by "Best Lawyers in America" on 2024 'Best Lawyers' and 'Ones to Watch' Lists*

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

Matthew S. Healey (honoree since 2013 – 11-time honoree): Workers' Compensation Law – Claimants, Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

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  • Matthew S. Healey (honoree since 2013 – 11-time honoree): Workers' Compensation Law – Claimants, Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
    Gary W. Jackson (honoree since 2020 – 5-time honoree): Litigation – Insurance, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
    Seven attorneys have been recognized on this list in previous years, with nine appearing for the first time.
  • Honorees for the 2024 "Best Lawyers" 'Ones to Watch' list are recognized as outstanding attorneys who have typically been in private practice for fewer than ten years and are nominated and reviewed by their peers.
  • * Among the James Scott Farrin attorneys named to the 2024 'Ones to Watch' list are:
    Christopher Bagley (honoree since 2021): Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
    Margo Carnahan: Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
    Kaitlyn Fudge (honoree since 2023): Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
    It was the first year for six attorneys to be listed as 'Ones to Watch' in their practice areas, while the other seven attorneys were honored in previous years.

Steinberg Law Firm Listed as Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers® for 13th Straight Year

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the 13th year in a row, the Steinberg Law Firm has been named to the "Best Law Firms" report by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®. This year, the Steinberg Law Firm is listed as a top law firm for Personal Injury Litigation, Workers' Compensation Law, and Product Liability Litigation in the Charleston, South Carolina region.

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  • For the 13th year in a row, the Steinberg Law Firm has been named to the "Best Law Firms" report by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers.
  • CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the 13th year in a row, the Steinberg Law Firm has been named to the "Best Law Firms" report by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers.
  • Steinberg Law Firm was first recognized as a Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers in 2010.
  • Not only does Best Lawyers come out with a Best Law Firm list, but they also publish a Best Lawyers list as well.

Governance Professionals of Canada Announces the Shortlisted Companies for the 2022 Excellence in Governance Awards

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

GPC would like to thank the many organizations that submitted nominations to the 2022 Excellence in Governance Awards.

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  • GPC would like to thank the many organizations that submitted nominations to the 2022 Excellence in Governance Awards.
  • GPC recognizes the hard work that goes into the EGA nomination process, and we commend those putting their organizations forward to be acknowledged for their dedication to good governance.
  • The final judges will select the award winners who will be announced and celebrated on November 17th, 2022, at the ninth annual GPC Excellence in Governance Awards.
  • As the principal advocate for those who work in corporate governance, GPC aspires to:

Keches Law Group Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers® in 2023 in America

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Friday, August 26, 2022

BOSTON, Aug. 26, 2022   /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Keches Law Group, a leading personal injury and workers' comp law firm in Massachusetts, is proud to announce that eight of its lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

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  • BOSTON, Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Keches Law Group , a leading personal injury and workers' comp law firm in Massachusetts, is proud to announce that eight of its lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America.
  • This year, John Martin was included for the first time in The Best Lawyers in America for Medical Malpractice Law, while George Keches was named Best Lawyers 2023 Workers' Compensation "Lawyer of the Year" in the Southeastern/Cape and Islands Region.
  • The other seven Keches Law Group attorneys listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2023 include Jeffrey N. Catalano (Medical Malpractice Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Product Liability Litigation) Suzanne CM McDonough (Medical Malpractice Law), Brian C. Cloherty (Workers' Compensation Law), Judith B.
  • Keches Law Group is one of the largest and most well-respected personal injury and workers' comp law firms in Massachusetts.

21 James Scott Farrin Attorneys Recognized by "Best Lawyers in America"

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

DURHAM, N.C., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is pleased to announce that the commitment and hard work of 21 of its attorneys were highlighted in the 29th edition of the "Best Lawyers in America" publication. Eight of its attorneys were recognized on the 'Best Lawyers' list, 13 of its attorneys were named to the third edition of the 'Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch' list, and one attorney was named a '2023 Lawyer of the Year.'*

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  • All eight attorneys have been recognized on this list in previous years.
  • Awardees for the 2023 "Best Lawyers" 'Ones to Watch' list are recognized as outstanding attorneys who have typically been in private practice for fewer than ten years and are nominated and reviewed by their peers.
  • The Law Offices ofJames Scott Farrinis one of the largest personal injury firms inNorth Carolinaand has helped over 55,000 injured people since 1997.
  • Operating from 16 offices in NC and one in SC, many of the firm's 60+ accomplished attorneys are recognized professionals in their fields.

Todd D. Wachtel Elected to NJSBA Workers' Compensation Executive Committee

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

RARITAN, N.J., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Friday, May 20, 2022, Todd Wachtel of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. was installed as a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association's Workers' Compensation Section Executive Committee at the NJSBA's Annual Meeting and Convention in Atlantic City.

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  • Todd D. Wachtel, a New Jersey workers' compensation attorney and Partner at Levinson Axelrod, P.A., was recently installed as a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association's Workers' Compensation Executive Committee.
  • RARITAN, N.J., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Friday, May 20, 2022, Todd Wachtel of Levinson Axelrod, P.A.
  • was installed as a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association's Workers' Compensation Section Executive Committee at the NJSBA's Annual Meeting and Convention in Atlantic City.
  • Wachtel's election to the Executive Committee is a testament to his extensive experience in workers' compensation law and to the reputation he's cultivated among his colleagues.

Insurance Education Association (IEA) Announces New Designation for Workers' Compensation Attorneys

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Insurance Education Association (IEA), a leading provider of professional training programs in workers' compensation, disability management, and risk management, announces the launch of its Workers' Compensation for Legal Professionals (WCLP) program.

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  • IEA's Workers' Compensation for Legal Professionals (WCLP) Provides Emerging Attorneys with a Comprehensive Understanding of Workers' Compensation Law.
  • EL SEGUNDO, Calif., April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Insurance Education Association (IEA), a leading provider of professional training programs in workers' compensation, disability management, and risk management, announces the launch of its Workers' Compensation for Legal Professionals (WCLP) program.
  • This ensures their attorneys progress through the designation efficiently with direct oversight by IEA.
  • IEA creates and delivers professional development and continuing education in workers' compensation, disability management, and risk management.

North Carolina Bar Association Appoints Michael Roessler to New Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Scott Farrin Partner Michael Roessler has been appointed to the North Carolina Bar Association's (NCBA) new Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Committee.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Scott Farrin Partner Michael Roessler has been appointed to the North Carolina Bar Association's (NCBA) new Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Committee.
  • SOGI's goal is to secure full equality for members of the LGBTQ+ community in the NCBA, the legal profession, and society.
  • In addition to the NCBA, Roessler is also a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice.
  • He is licensed to practice law in both South and North Carolina and is a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in workers' compensation law a certification that fewer than 1% of all attorneys licensed to practice in North Carolina can claim.

19 James Scott Farrin Lawyers Recognized in the 2022 Edition of "Best Lawyers"

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Thursday, August 19, 2021

Matthew Healey received additional recognition and was selected by peer review as a 2022 'Lawyer of the Year' for his work in Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants in Raleigh.

Key Points: 
  • Matthew Healey received additional recognition and was selected by peer review as a 2022 'Lawyer of the Year' for his work in Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants in Raleigh.
  • * Only one lawyer is recognized as 'Lawyer of the Year' for each practice area and location, and individuals who received this distinction had the highest overall peer feedback for that practice area and location.
  • * All 10 of the following James Scott Farrin attorneys named to the 2022 'Ones to Watch' list were also named to last year's list:
    Daniel Lehrer - Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
    The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is one of the largest personal injury firms in North Carolina and has helped over 50,000 injured people since 1997.
  • Operating from 16 offices in NC and one in SC, many of the firm's 50+ accomplished attorneys are recognized professionals in their fields.