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Meirowitz & Wasserberg Continues Growth, Adds Experienced Trial Attorney Danny Kraft

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Monday, August 8, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP is pleased to announce that Danny Kraft has joined the law firm as Senior Trial Counsel.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP is pleased to announce that Danny Kraft has joined the law firm as Senior Trial Counsel.
  • Kraft started his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Bronx, New York, where he prosecuted serious crimes, including murder cases, amassing an impressive record of convictions at trial.
  • "We are excited to reunite with Danny Kraft because we believe his unique trial skills will further our mission to fight for seriously injured people that deserve justice," said Meirowitz.
  • Wasserberg added, "Bringing Kraft to the M&W team further strengthens the firm's ability to prosecute and try cases against the biggest corporations on the planet.

Former New York State Senator Todd Kaminsky Joins Greenberg Traurig's Government Law & Policy Practice

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

ALBANY, N.Y., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has added former New York State Senator Todd Kaminsky to its Government Law & Policy Practice in the Albany office. Kaminsky will advise a broad swath of regulated companies with complex issues involving New York state government with a particular focus on Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) issues.

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  • Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has added former New York State Senator Todd Kaminsky to its Government Law & Policy Practice in the Albany office.
  • ALBANY, N.Y., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has added former New York State Senator Todd Kaminsky to its Government Law & Policy Practice in the Albany office .
  • About Greenberg Traurig's Government Law & Policy Practice: Greenberg Traurig's Government Law & Policy Practice combines the capabilities of its Federal Practice in Washington D.C. with its state and local practices across the country.
  • Most recently, Greenberg Traurig's Government Law & Policy team was "Top Listed" for Government Relations in Best Lawyers in America's 2018 edition.

Demotech Announces Additional Faculty for Its Wrap-Up on Legislative Special Session on Florida Property Insurance

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Friday, May 13, 2022

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Demotech, Inc., the first to request a special session to address the litigation crisis affecting Florida's residential property insurance marketplace, announces additional faculty for its June 2 webinar.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Demotech, Inc., the first to request a special session to address the litigation crisis affecting Florida's residential property insurance marketplace, announces additional faculty for its June 2 webinar.
  • Scheduled from 1100 am to 1230 Eastern, the webinar provides these experts with a forum to share their opinions of the initial outcome of the special session.
  • More recently, we were the first to call for a special session on Florida's property insurance marketplace.
  • Since 1985, Demotech has served the industry by assigning accurate, reliable, and proven Financial Stability Ratings to Property & Casualty insurers and Title underwriters.

ACC Taps former DOJ CCIPS Deputy Chief Marc Miller to lead its Corporate Strategy

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

WASHINGTON, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition (IACC)is pleased to announce that Marc Miller has joined the association as Senior Vice President Corporate Strategy and Senior Legal Counsel.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition (IACC)is pleased to announce that Marc Miller has joined the association as Senior Vice President Corporate Strategy and Senior Legal Counsel.
  • Marc will lead the IACC's strategic partnerships to build on the IACC's success in bringing like-minded partners from all sectors to find innovative solutions to combat counterfeiting.
  • He will also continue to direct enhancements to the IACC's Online Enforcement Programs to improve their effectiveness and participant experience.
  • Marc began his career as an Assistant District Attorney where he amassed significant trial experience while gaining wide exposure to a multitude of legal issues.

Robert L. Moore Jr. Announces Campaign and New Website

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022

THOMASVILLE, Ga., April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attorney Robert L. Moore Jr., candidate for Superior Court Judge, announces a new campaign and website at electrobertmooresuperiorcourtjudge.org.

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  • THOMASVILLE, Ga., April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attorney Robert L. Moore Jr., candidate for Superior Court Judge, announces a new campaign and website at electrobertmooresuperiorcourtjudge.org.
  • Attorney Robert L. Moore Jr. is a member of the bar of the United States Supreme Court as well as a lifetime member of Phi Delta Phi, the legal honor society.
  • More information about Robert L. Moore Jr. and his campaign can be found on his website, https://electrobertmooresuperiorcourtjudge.org.
  • The site includes biographical information about Attorney Moore.

Dinosaur Group Forms External Independent Financial Crimes Compliance Advisory Board

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Dinosaur Group Holdings LLC (Dinosaur), parent company of U.S.-based FINRA-regulated institutional brokerage firm Dinosaur Financial Group, LLC and UK-based FCA-regulated international investment banking firm Dinosaur Merchant Bank Limited , announced the formation of its external independent Financial Crimes Compliance Advisory Board (the FCC ADVISORY BOARD) composed of international FCC experts.

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  • Dinosaur Group Holdings LLC (Dinosaur), parent company of U.S.-based FINRA-regulated institutional brokerage firm Dinosaur Financial Group, LLC and UK-based FCA-regulated international investment banking firm Dinosaur Merchant Bank Limited , announced the formation of its external independent Financial Crimes Compliance Advisory Board (the FCC ADVISORY BOARD) composed of international FCC experts.
  • Recognizing risks to financial institutions by money launderers, bribery and corruption and attempts to evade economic sanctions, Dinosaur formed the FCC ADVISORY BOARD to enhance the firms understanding of risks and ability to combat developments in financial crimes.
  • Russian oligarchs property divestments and ensuing potential for money laundering heighten the importance of our vigilance in fighting financial crimes, commented Paul Becker , Dinosaur Merchant Bank Board Member and Managing Director.
  • Founded in 2001, Dinosaur Group Holdings LLC (Dinosaur) is the parent company of U.S.-based FINRA-regulated institutional brokerage firm Dinosaur Financial Group, LLC , UK-based FCA-regulated international investment firm Dinosaur Merchant Bank Limited , and U.S.-based SEC-registered investment firm DCM Advisors , LLC.

Baker McKenzie Adds Former Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance Jr. as a Partner in New York

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Monday, January 31, 2022

Global law firm Baker McKenzie has added former Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance Jr. as a Partner in New York.

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  • Global law firm Baker McKenzie has added former Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance Jr. as a Partner in New York.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220131005169/en/
    Cyrus R. Vance Jr., Global Chair of Baker McKenzie's Cybersecurity Practice.
  • As District Attorney in Manhattan, Cy was deeply involved in numerous international landmark investigations and prosecutions.
  • Cy won the election for New York County District Attorney in 2009, taking office in January 2010.

Ford O'Brien LLP Expands its Litigation Offering with New Partner

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022

"Noah will be a valued addition to our team and a trusted, strategic advisor to our current and future clients."

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  • "Noah will be a valued addition to our team and a trusted, strategic advisor to our current and future clients."
  • "We are excited to welcome Noah to our firm and continue to advance our offerings, along with strengthening our strategic commitment to our clients," said Robert Landy, Partner at Ford O'Brien LLP.
  • Ford O'Brien is also pleased to announce the promotions of Matthew A. Ford to Partner, practicing out of Austin, Texas and the promotion of Anjula Prasad to Counsel.
  • Ford O'Brien LLP represents clients in commercial and cryptocurrency disputes, securities litigation, white collar criminal defense, regulatory investigations, throughout all stages of litigation/arbitration and appeals.

Stephen Murphy: Best Lawyers® 2022 NYC Lawyer of the Year for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

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Monday, December 20, 2021

NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Stephen J. Murphy , a partner at the Manhattan law firm Block O'Toole & Murphy, has been named Best Lawyers2022 NYC "Lawyer of the Year" in the practice area Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Stephen J. Murphy , a partner at the Manhattan law firm Block O'Toole & Murphy, has been named Best Lawyers2022 NYC "Lawyer of the Year" in the practice area Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
  • Lawyer of the Year awards are given annually to one distinguished attorney in each practice area and location.
  • These awards are a part of Best Lawyers, which is one of the oldest, most prestigious attorney rating systems in the country.
  • Best Lawyersis unique because they have a peer rating system; Lawyer of the Year selections are completed entirely by peer review, actual reviews from practicing lawyers and judges.

Byrna Announces Retirement of Paul Jensen from Board of Directors and Welcomes New Directors Len Elmore and Emily Rooney

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

ANDOVER, Mass., Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Byrna Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: BYRN) ("Byrna" or "the Company") today announced the retirement of Paul Jensen from its Board of Directors.

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  • ANDOVER, Mass., Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Byrna Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: BYRN) ("Byrna" or "the Company") today announced the retirement of Paul Jensen from its Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Jensen joined the board in July 2018 and has served as Chair of the Nominating and Governance Committee since 2019.
  • "We have benefitted from Paul's leadership and counsel as a member of our board," said Bryan Ganz, CEO of Byrna.
  • The Company also announced the appointment of Leonard Elmore to the Board of Directors effective December 2, 2021, where he will serve on the Nominating and Governance Committee.