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National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals Brings High Standards, Easy Access to ADR Top
On the surface, the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals might seem like just another alternative dispute resolution resource directory, but it sets itself apart with a strict screening process and tech-driven accessibility.
 
Crossing the Line: The Trial of GlaxoSmithKline Lawyer Lauren Stevens Top
When the DOJ charged former GlaxoSmithKline in-house lawyer Lauren Stevens with six felonies, it aimed to send a message that no one should lie to federal investigators. But the short and bitter trial that followed backfired.
 
Hangover Cure: Warner Bros. Settles Copyright Suit Over Tyson Tattoo Top
Warner Bros. has inked a deal to settle the copyright infringement suit brought by S. Victor Whitmill, the tattoo artist who claimed that the tattoo on Ed Helms' character in The Hangover Part II duplicates the one that Whitmill designed for boxer Mike Tyson.
 
JPMorgan Agrees to Pay $154 Million to Settle SEC Fraud Claims Over Failed CDO Top
The Securities and Exchange Commission's CDO fraud case against J.P. Morgan Securities has resulted in a settlement and no criminal charges against any individuals at the bank.
 
Cozen O'Connor to Add 19 IP Lawyers From NY Boutique Cohen Pontani Lieberman & Pavane Top
Cozen O'Connor is bringing aboard 19 lawyers from intellectual property litigation boutique Cohen Pontani Lieberman & Pavane.
 
The Week in IP: Apps, Tats, and Patent Reform Hits a New Snag Top
The Prior Art rounds up a trio of IP stories: Apple Steps in for App Developers; Tattoo Removal Gets the Hollywood Treatment; and A New Hurdle for Patent Reform.
 
At Facebook, Learning to Like Patents Top
Facebook General Counsel Theodore Ullyot recognizes the need to stockpile patents to ward off potentially devastating litigation.
 
In-House and Labor Lawyers Respond to the Supreme Court's Wal-Mart Decision Top
In-house lawyers are still trying to assess the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court's 5-4 decision in a massive gender discrimination class action against Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
 
ITC Survey 2010: The Slugfest Continues Top
CorpCounsel's in-depth annual look at patent cases filed with the International Trade Commission.
 
Missing Something? The Other Side of Unclaimed Property Top
Unclaimed property laws are often unfamiliar to businesses and their lawyers. As states escalate the use of these laws to generate revenue, companies and counsel need to prepare and mitigate the potential financial impact.
 
From the Experts: Bankruptcy and E-Discovery Top
Parties to bankruptcy litigation have plenty to keep them busy. Don't let e-discovery issues make the process even more cumbersome.
 
Moves: Covington Partner Anthony Herman Named FEC General Counsel Top
Covington & Burling partner Anthony Herman was named general counsel of the Federal Election Commission, replacing acting general counsel, P. Christopher Hughey.
 
Moves: Susan Hackett Leaves Association of Corporate Counsel Top
The Association of Corporate Counsel announced that longtime GC Susan Hackett is leaving, effective June 30. Hackett will be starting her own Washington, D.C.-based consulting practice, Legal Executive Leadership.
 
Moves: Casey Jorgensen Becomes First GC for USA Hockey Top
Longtime hockey fan and player Casey Jorgensen skates into a new role as USA Hockey's first GC.
 
Moves: Mary Jane Saunders is The Beer Institute's New GC Top
In a "subs to suds" move, The Beer Institute, the national trade association for the brewing industry, has brought on former Subway Franchisee Advertising Fund Trust GC Mary Jane Saunders as its new general counsel.
 
Moves: Rich Baer Gets GC Spot at UnitedHealth Group Incorporated Top
UnitedHealth Group Inc. has brought on ex-Qwest Communications International, Inc., general counsel Rich Baer.
 
Best Legal Department 2011 Video: Google Top
CorpCounsel.com reporter David Hechler toured the unusual office spaces occupied by Best Legal Department 2011 Winner Google.
 

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