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(May 2011)
Michael Coblin was recently awarded the Army Achievement Medal.
McLoughlin and Fagg Published in Corporate Board Member
(May 10, 2011)
Charlotte Litigation Members Jim McLoughlin and John Fagg co-authored an article published in the Second Quarter 2011 edition of Corporate Board Member magazine.
Johnson Named to Third Class of 50 Most Influential Women
(May 9, 2011)
Charlotte Member Amy Johnson was recognized as one of The Mecklenburg Times’ 50 Most Influential Women at a dinner at The Westin Charlotte on Friday, May 6.
Valecia McDowell Selected As CBJ 2011 Women In Business Award Winner
(May 6, 2011)
Valecia McDowell was selected to receive one of the Charlotte Business Journal's Women in Business Awards.
Ben Fryer Quoted in IndustryWeek Magazine
(April 29, 2011)
Employment and Labor attorney Ben Fryer was recently quoted in IndustryWeek Magazine.
Lee Featured as "Legal Expert" in TechRepublic
(April 26, 2011)
Charlotte Corporate Member Marcus Lee was the featured legal expert in TechRepublic’s IT Leadership article entitled, “The ‘fine print’ of cloud computing”.
Moore & Van Allen Member Receives 40 Under 40 Award
(April 2011)
Moore & Van Allen Charlotte Member Jeremy Godwin was named to the Charlotte Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2011.
Wilson Quoted in Law360
(April 2011)
Intellectual Property attorney Mark Wilson was quoted in an April 8 Law360 article entitled, "False Marking Cases On Shaky Ground After BP Ruling."
Rob Smith Graduates from Leadership South Carolina
(April 2011)
Rob Smith, an associate within MVA's Public Affairs practice group, has completed Leadership South Carolina’s leadership development program.
McGrath authors New Regulated Waste Definition manual
(March 2011)
Charlotte member, Peter McGrath, has authored a manual entitled "EPA's New Regulated Waste Definition Under RCRA"
Heslin Named Leadership Counsel on Legal Diversity Fellow
(March 10, 2011)
MVA member, Brian Heslin, was recently selected as a Fellow of the Leadership Counsel on Legal Diversity program.
Fryer Authors WestLaw Employment Journal Article
(February 11, 2011)
Fryer authors article featured in Westlaw Employment Journal.
Brian Heslin Quoted in Inside Counsel
(February 9, 2011)
DeLaney Published in Corporate Board Member
(February 2011)
Charlotte Corporate Member Mike DeLaney authored an article published in the First Quarter 2011 edition of Corporate Board Member magazine.
Sarah Buffett Speaks at MCB Immigration CLE
(February 8, 2011)
Immigration member Sarah Buffett speaks at Mecklenburg County Bar's Immigration CLE on February 8, 2011.
Jeffrey Fridman Authors Law360 Article
(January 26, 2011)
IP attorney Jeff Fridman recently authored a Law360 article.
Brian Heslin Featured in Lawdragon Profile
(January 20, 2011)
Brian Heslin is featured in a lawyer profile on Lawdragon.
2011 Legal Elite recognizes 21 MVA attorneys
(January 2011)
Moore & Van Allen (MVA) is pleased to announce that 21 were included in Business North Carolina magazine’s Legal Elite.
MVA attorneys honored by NC Super Lawyers
(January 2011)
Forty Seven of Moore & Van Allen's North Carolina attorneys have been selected for inclusion in North Carolina Super Lawyers 2011.
Tony Lathrop Among Moore & Van Allen Attorneys Named to North Carolina Super Lawyers 2011
(January 15, 2011)
Tony Lathrop is listed among Moore & Van Allen attorneys named to North Carolina Super Lawyers 2011.
MVA Announces New Members
(January 2011)
Moore & Van Allen is pleased to announce the election of John A. Fagg, Jr., Tanya D. Greeley, Jared W. Poplin, Robert N. Rust, IV, Noelle Hicks Sproul, Robert E. Sumner, IV and William (Bill) H. Zimmern as new members of the firm.
Mark Wilson Quoted in InsideCounsel Article
(January 1, 2011)
IP attorney Mark Wilson is quoted in InsideCounsel Magazine.
Peter McGrath Authors Law360 Article
(December 10, 2010)
Peter McGrath recently authored a Law360 article entitled "The Bleak Future of Cap-And-Trade Legislation."
Trevor Schmidt Authors Corporate Counsel Magazine Article
(November 30, 2010)
Intellectual Property attorney Trevor Schmidt authored a Corporate Counsel article entitled, "A Change is Gonna Come: Will You Be Master of Your Domain...... Name?"
Paul Peralta Quoted in Inside Counsel Article
(November 29, 2010)
Litigation and employment attorney Paul Peralta is quoted in Inside Counsel.
Wilson Quoted in Lawyers Weekly
(November 2010)
Mark Wilson was quoted in a Lawyers Weekly article regarding Web marketing ethics.
Three MVA Attorneys Selected as "Women Extraordinaire"
(November 18, 2010)
MVA attorneys Karin McGinnis, Valecia McDowell and Arlene Hanks have all been selected as a 2010 Business Leader Women Extraordinaire honoree.
Kimberly Zirkle Featured in the Mecklenburg County Bar Newsletter
(November 2010)
Financial Services associate, Kimberly Zirkle, is featured in the Volunteer Spotlight section of the MCB's November newsletter.
Chris Jones Elected as a Fellow of ACTEC
(November 8, 2010)
Wealth Transfer attorney Chris Jones was recently elected as a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC).
Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Moore & Van Allen’s NC Litigation Practice with Highest Designation
(November 2010)
MVA's Litigation practice recognized by Benchmark Litigation.
John Gilson Joins The 32nd Class of Leadership Charlotte
(October 2010)
John Gilson has been selected to join the 32nd class of Leadership Charlotte.
Brian Heslin Co-Authors Mortgage Banking Article
(October 2010)
Heslin co-authors Mortgage Banking article entitled "A Sweeping Crackdown."
Moore & Van Allen Wins Charlotte Business Journal's Corporate Volunteerism Award
(September 2010)
MVA is the winner of the 2010 Corporate Volunteerism Award presented by the Charlotte Business Journal.
Henry Ward Recognized Among "The World's Leading Patent & Technology Licensing Lawyers" in IAM Licensing 250
(September 22, 2010)
Henry Ward was recently selected by Intellectual Asset Management, a leading intellectual property magazine, for inclusion in IAM Licensing 250: The World’s Leading Patent & Technology Licensing Lawyers.
MVA Named Among Best Places to Work in Charlotte
MVA is ranked among the Top 10 companies in the Large Business category for CBJ's Best Places to Work.
Moore & Van Allen Celebrates 60th Anniversary
(September 2010)
Moore & Van Allen celebrates 60 years in the legal industry!
Brian Heslin Quoted in Inside Counsel
(July 30, 2010)
Litigation attorney Brian Heslin is quoted in an article entitled "BP Under Investigation" in Inside Counsel.
Sue Sprunger Selected as NCBA CLE Chair
(July 20, 2010)
Sue Sprunger has been selected to be Chair of the CLE Committee for the Estate and Fiduciary Law Section of the NCBA for 2010-2011.
Larry Gwaltney Elected to LSSP Board of Directors
(July 1, 2010)
Litigation attorney Larry Gwaltney has been elected to serve as a member of the Legal Services of Southern Piedmont Board of Directors for a three-year term.
George Hanna Receives Dr. I Beverly Lake Public Service Award
(June 30, 2010)
Charlotte Member, George Hanna, was honored by the North Carolina Bar Association on Friday, June 25, as the 2010 recipient of the Dr. I. Beverly Lake Public Service Award.
MVA's Private Equity Team Earns High Ranking in Dow Jones Private Equity Analyst
Moore & Van Allen was ranked 11th among firms for the number of private equity deals negotiated and closed in 2009.
Litigation Team Scores Win in Court of Appeals
David Fox and John Zaloom, with an assist from Justice Whichard, scored a victory in the North Carolina Court of Appeals on July 20.
Legal Issues For Businesses To Consider When Using Social Media
Marcus S. Lee, (June 20, 2010)
Source Code Escrow Agreements
Marcus S. Lee, Charlotte, (June 19, 2010)
Brian Heslin Authors Energy Law360 Article
(June 14, 2010)
Litigation attorney Brian Heslin authored an article featured in Energy Law360.
Litigation Team Featured Twice in NC Lawyers Weekly
(June 14, 2010)
Litigation attorneys Larry Gwaltney and Brian Heslin are spotlighted in recent NC Lawyers Weekly articles regarding the "Cowboy of Kabul" pro bono case.
Brian Heslin Quoted in SC Lawyers Weekly
(June 9, 2010)
Litigation attorney Brian Heslin provides expert commentary to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly regarding potential legal action taken against BP as a result of the oil spill.
Frequently Asked Questions When Licensing Software
Marcus S. Lee, (June 1, 2010)
Gilson and Vandiford Receive President's Volunteer Service Award
(May 19, 2010)
Citizen School's Mock Trial teachers John Gilson and Stacey Vandiford will receive the President's Volunteer Service Award.
MVA's Intellectual Property Team Recognized in IP Today
(May 6, 2010)
Moore & Van Allen's Intellectual Property Team has been recognized in IP Today's "Top Trademark Firms" and "Top Patent Firms" list.
Term Sheets For Private Equity Investments
Marcus S. Lee, Charlotte
Karin McGinnis & Rob Fisher Publish CBJ Article
(April 16, 2010)
Litigation and employment attorney Karin McGinnis and taxation attorney Rob Fisher co-author a CBJ article.
Mark Nebrig Selected as Mecklenburg County Bar's Pro Bono Attorney of the Year
(April 16, 2010)
Mark Nebrig selected as Mecklenburg County Bar's Pro Bono Attorney of the Year.
Intellectual Property Team Releases New IP Law Blog
(April 2010)
MVA's IP Team Releases New Blog Site.
Four MVA Attorneys Recognized by PLC Which Lawyer?
(April 2010)
Four Moore & Van Allen attorneys were recognized by the Practical Law Company (PLC) Which lawyer? ranking.
Four Moore & Van Allen Charleston Attorneys Named to South Carolina Super Lawyers 2010
(March 31, 2010)
Moore & Van Allen Charleston attorneys Cynthia J. Lowery, Paul M. Lynch, Thomas Waring and David B. Wheeler were named to South Carolina Super Lawyers 2010.
Moore & Van Allen to host 2010 Employment & Labor Client Seminars
(March 2010)
Pope to Co-Chair Upcoming Conference
(February 23, 2010)
Alan Pope will co-chair the upcoming American Conference Institute's 2nd National Forum on Commercial Loans in February 2010.
McDowell and Zirkle Named to 50 Most Influential Women of 2010 List
The Mecklenburg Times, (February 2010)
Valecia McDowell and Kimberly Zirkle were named to the 50 Most Influential Women for 2010 list by The Mecklenburg Times.
McDowell to be a panelist at NC Women in Leadership Symposium
(Winter 2010)
The National Diversity Council has invited Valecia McDowell to be a panelist at the upcoming Women in Leadership Symposium on March 18th in Charlotte.
Moore & Van Allen Announces New Members
(January 2010)
MVA is pleased to announce the election of Sarah Buffett, Taber Cathcart, Tristan Fuierer, Charlie Harris, Ron Melamed and Mark Nebrig as new members of the firm.
Pat McCrory joins Moore & Van Allen
(January 2010)
Moore & Van Allen is pleased to announce that Pat McCrory will join the firm as its Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives.
Nineteen Moore & Van Allen Attorneys Recognized as Legal Elite
(January 2010)
Nineteen Moore & Van Allen attorneys have been ranked among the state’s top lawyers on the Business North Carolina magazine’s Legal Elite list.
Thirty-six Moore & Van Allen Attorneys Named to North Carolina Super Lawyers 2010
(January 2010)
Moore & Van Allen is please to announce that thirty-six of its attorneys have been named North Carolina Super Lawyers for 2010
Nancy Smith Wins Women's Extraordinaire Award
(December 9, 2009)
Business Leader Media honored Public Affairs' Nancy Smith as a top businesswoman in Charlotte
MVA Named "Go-To Law Firm"
(December 4, 2009)
Moore & Van Allen has been recognized as a Go-To Law Firm in the practice areas of Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Corporate/ Mergers & Acquisitions/ Securities.
David Wheeler Authors Article
(December 2009)
David Wheeler authored an article featured in an ABI committee newsletter.
Valecia McDowell & Brian Heslin Inducted into the Litigation Counsel of America
(October 29, 2009)
Valecia McDowell and Brian Heslin were inducted into the Litigation Counsel of America on October 29th at the 2009 Fall Conference & Induction of Fellows in Charleston, S.C.
Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Firm’s NC Litigation Practice with Highest Designation
(October 2009)
MVA Litigation Group received the highest marks available in the Benchmark Litigation 2010 listing of North Carolina firms.
MVA ranks in Top 5 for Best Places to Work
(October 2009)
For the second consecutive year, Moore & Van Allen ranked among the top companies in the 2009 Best Places to Work Large Business category.
Sue Sprunger Selected for Two CLE Positions
(October 2009)
Sue Sprunger has been selected to co-chair CLE Committee for the Estates Section of the North Carolina Bar Association, as well as to plan an upcoming CLE program.
Best Lawyers® Selects 4 Charleston Moore & Van Allen Attorneys
(September 2009)
Moore & Van Allen is proud to announce that four of its attorneys in its Charleston, S.C., office have been named to the 2010 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.
Moore & Van Allen Receives First LEED Gold-certification of all Carolina Law Firms
(September 30, 2009)
Moore & Van Allen recently obtained the GOLD certification under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building rating system for Commercial Interiors, becoming the first LEED Gold-certified law firm in the Carolinas.
Zaloom Selected to the 25th Leadership Raleigh Class
(September 2009)
The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce announced that the 25th Leadership Raleigh class is underway, and MVA attorney, John Zaloom, is among the community leaders in the class.
Valecia McDowell Quoted in the Charlotte Business Journal
(September 25, 2009)
Valecia McDowell was quoted in the Charlotte Business Journal in an article regarding diversity initiatives within the legal community, including hiring practices.
Mike Johnston Will Serve as Duhatch 2009 Coaches on Call
(September 15, 2009)
Mike Johnston has been asked to serve as a Duchatch, one of Duke University’s Student Business Incubators. A Duhatch incubator connects enterprising students with mentors from faculty and industry.
Willis Whichard serves as Special Counsel to Governor Beverly Perdue
Triangle Member, Willis Whichard, serves with former U.S. Senator Robert Morgan and former Judge Ralph Walker.
Jay Bilas Speaks at NC Bar Association Convention
(June 27, 2009)
Jay Bilas gave the "Willis Smith Address" at the North Carolina Bar Association Convention in Asheville on June 27.
Chambers USA Names Moore & Van Allen Top Industry Leaders
Chambers USA has awarded Moore & Van Allen top recognition in two areas, banking and finance, as well as bankruptcy and restructuring.
Poplin receives Sally & Bill Van Allen Public Service Award
(June 11, 2009)
Jared W. Poplin has received the Sally & Bill Van Allen Public Service Award for 2009. The eighth annual awards ceremony was held at the Hilton Center City in Charlotte on June 11th.
Sarah Byrne and Kimberly Zirkle Receive "40 Under 40" Award
(June 9, 2009)
Kimberly Zirkle and Sarah Byrne have been recognized as Charlotte Business Journal “40 Under 40” winners for 2009.
Joyner & Sprunger Published in World Leasing News
Muldrew Speaks at Moldmaking Expo
Todd Muldrew presents at 2009 Moldmaking Expo
Moore & Van Allen Ranks #1 with Corporate Board Member Magazine
(June 2, 2009)
Corporate Board Member Magazine recently announced that MVA was tied for first place as America's Best Corporate Law Firm in Charlotte.
Drake Brinkley Appointed to the Board of Directors for the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce
(June 2009)
Drake Brinkley was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce.
Kimberly Zirkle Receives Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award
(May 21, 2009)
Kimberly Zirkle was awarded the Jane V. Harper Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award for her contribution towards pro bono work over the past year.
Moore & Van Allen is a Finalist at the Charlotte Business Journal’s Green Awards
(April 15, 2009)
Moore & Van Allen was named a finalist at the Charlotte Business Journal’s 2009 Green Awards, held at the Charlotte Convention Center on Wednesday, April 15.
George Hanna Receives Julius L. Chambers Diversity Champion Award
(April 14, 2009)
George Hanna was joined by friends and co-workers at the 13th Annual James B. McMillan Fellowship Fund dinner where he received the prestigious Julius L. Chambers Diversity Champion Award.
Tony Lathrop and Mark Wilson Published in the Charlotte Business Journal
(April 3, 2009)
Tony Lathrop and Mark Wilson published an article on Internet searches creating trademark infringement cases.
2008 Litigation Year in Review
(April 1, 2009)
Moore & Van Allen's litigation team has released their first annual Year-in-Review.
Drake Brinkley Selected to Serve As Chair for New Chamber Program
(April 2009)
Drake Brinkley has been selected to chair a one year position on The Morrisville Chamber Business Advisory Council (MCBAC).
David Wheeler Authors Chapter Regarding Commercial Bankruptcy Strategies
(March 2009)
David Wheeler has contributed a chapter regarding commercial bankruptcy strategies to a recently published book.
Tony Lathrop featured in February 16, 2009 North Carolina Lawyers Weekly article for successfully obtaining personal jurisdiction over an out-of-state corporate officer.
(February 16, 2009)
Tony Lathrop featured in February 16, 2009 North Carolina Lawyers Weekly article for successfully obtaining personal jurisdiction over an out-of-state corporate officer.
Carol Bowen Published on the Impact of Medicare and Medicaid
(February 2009)
Carol Bowen has contributed a chapter to a recently published book on the legal impact of Medicare and Medicaid.
Emmy nominated basketball analyst, Jay Bilas Talks College Hoops
(February 1, 2009)
Jay Bilas recently authored an article on ESPN.com and was featured in an interview in the Charleston Post & Courier.
Tony Lathrop and Mark Wilson Featured in North Carolina Lawyers Weekly article (February 1, 2009) for Winning Trademark Infringement Case
(February 1, 2009)
Tony Lathrop and Mark Wilson were featured in North Carolina Lawyers Weekly for successfully defending their client in a trademark infringement case.
Tony Lathrop Featured in NC Lawyers Weekly Article
(February 1, 2009)
Tony Lathrop was featured in an article in North Carolina Lawyers Weekly for successfully representing his client in a lawsuit against a corporate officer.
NCBA Board of Governors Honors Dan Clodfelter
(January 22, 2009)
The Board of Governors of the North Carolina Bar Association, convening on Thursday, Jan. 22, at the N.C. Bar Center, honored N.C. Sen. Dan Clodfelter during a special recognition luncheon.
MVA Announces New Members
(January 1, 2009)
Moore & Van Allen is pleased to announce seven new members.
Drake Brinkley Received LEED Accreditation
(December 2008)
Drake Brinkley has successfully achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) professional accreditation.
Moore & Van Allen is Named a “Go-To Law Firm” for the Fortune 500® by Incisive Media
(December 1, 2008)
Incisive Media has named Moore & Van Allen a “Go-To Law Firm” for the nation’s Fortune 500® companies.
MVA Named Among Nation's Top Law Firms for Client Service
(November 21, 2008)
MVA earns a spot in client service ratings for providing "superior client service" to America's Fortune 1000 companies by BTI Consulting Group
Bill King is Honored with a Professionalism Award
(November 14, 2008)
Bill King has been honored with the North Carolina Chief Justice’s Professionalism Award.
High Rankings for Moore & Van Allen’s Litigation Practice in Benchmark Litigation 2009
(November 12, 2008)
Moore & Van Allen's litigation practice has received high marks in the Benchmark Litigation 2009 listing of North Carolina firms.
Dan Clodfelter is Reelected to the N.C. Senate
(November 5, 2008)
Dan Clodfelter, a five-term incumbent, representing District 37 will keep his N.C. State Senate seat.
Moore & Van Allen is Recognized as a 2008 Best Place to Work
(November 5, 2008)
The Charlotte Business Journal has recognized Moore & Van Allen as one of the Best Places to Work for 2008.
Tom Waring Publishes Article Entitled, "Park it in the Arctic"
(September 10, 2008)
Tom Waring and his daughter published a piece in the Charleston Mercury about their adventure to the Arctic.
Thirty-two MVA Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in America
Moore & Van Allen is proud to announce that 34 attorneys firm-wide have been named Best Lawyers in America.
Moore & Van Allen Launches New Recruiting Website
(August 13, 2008)
Moore & Van Allen is proud to announce the launch of its new recruiting website, www.mvalawrecruiting.com
Moore & Van Allen is Named a “Go-To Law Firm” for Financial Services Companies
(August 11, 2008)
American Lawyer Media’s Corporate Counsel magazine has named Moore & Van Allen a “Go-To Law Firm” for the nation’s leading financial companies in its annual survey of in-house counsel teams at top financial services companies.
Tony Lathrop Speaks at Network of Trial Law Firms CLE Program
www.trial.com
Mark Wilson, Charlotte, (August 1, 2008)
Tony Lathrop spoke at the seventh annual litigation management CLE program, presented by the Network of Trial Law Firms, Inc.
Moore & Van Allen is Named a “Go-To Law Firm” for Technology
(July 7, 2008)
American Lawyer Media’s Corporate Counsel magazine has named Moore & Van Allen a “Go-To Law Firm” for technology in its annual survey of in-house counsel teams at the world’s largest technology companies.
Moore & Van Allen Attorney is Recognized with Public Service Award
(June 17, 2008)
Alton (Larry) Gwaltney, III has received the Sally & Bill Van Allen Public Service Award for 2008.
Chambers USA Names Moore & Van Allen Top Industry Leaders
(June 13, 2008)
Chambers USA has awarded Moore & Van Allen top recognition in two areas, banking and finance, as well as bankruptcy and restructuring.
Steve Hader is Recognized As One Of The World's Leading Corporate Immigration Lawyers
(June 10, 2008)
Steve Hader has been recognized by "Who's Who Legal" as one of the world's leading corporate immigration lawyers.
Moore & Van Allen Member Receives “40 Under 40” Award
(June 9, 2008)
Amy Johnson has been recognized as a Charlotte Business Journal “40 Under 40” winner for 2008.
Tom Waring Appointed to the South Carolina State Election Commission
(June 6, 2008)
Charleston attorney, Tom Waring, was appointed to the South Carolina State Election Commission by Gov. Mark Sanford.
Moore & Van Allen Recognized for Support of Charlotte Women's Bar
(May 8, 2008)
Moore & Van Allen was recently recognized for its support of the Charlotte Women's Bar (CWB) at the Mid-Year Reception held at the Duke Mansion on May 8.
David Wheeler Appointed to American Bankruptcy Institute Board of Directors
(May 5, 2008)
David Wheeler will be the first South Carolina attorney to serve on the ABI Board.
Tony Lathrop Participated in a Panel Discussion at the Network of Trial Law Firms' Spring Meeting
(May 2, 2008)
Tony Lathrop participated in a panel discussion on trademark litigation involving internet key word searches.
Two MVA Attorneys Receive 2008 VLP Pro Bono Awards
Charlotte and Raleigh, (April 28, 2008)
Sarah Buffett and Kimberly Zirkle will be recognized for their outstanding pro bono work at the upcoming Power of Justice Luncheons held in both Charlotte and Raleigh.
Moore & Van Allen is Nominated for the Charlotte Business Journal’s Green Awards
Charlotte, (April 16, 2008)
Moore & Van Allen received a nomination in the For-Profit Business category at the Charlotte Business Journal’s 2008 Green Awards.
Three MVA Attorneys Named South Carolina Super Lawyers
(April 14, 2008)
Moore & Van Allen is pleased to announce that three of its' attorneys have been named South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2008.
Water Use Impacts Development
Charlotte Business Journal, (April 4, 2008)
Last year's record-setting drought has begun to impact the development of real estate in this area in a number of ways, both indirect and direct.
Moore & Van Allen’s Web site is Recognized as one of the Best in North Carolina
(March 24, 2008)
Moore & Van Allen’s website received second place recognition in North Carolina Lawyer’s Weekly third annual publication of best legal Web sites in North Carolina.
Dan Clodfelter is featured on the cover of North Carolina Lawyer
(February 29, 2008)
Senator Dan Clodfelter is featured in an article published by the North Carolina Lawyer.
MVA Receives 2007 Spirit Award
Charlotte, (February 25, 2008)
Moore & Van Allen was recognized with one of the area's highest honors in the arts.
USCIS Changes Security Clearance Policy on Long-Pending Green Card Applications
(February 2008)
As a result of federal litigation, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service ("USCIS") announced a change in their policy for long-pending I-485 ("Green Card") applications.
Moore & Van Allen announces recipient of UNC Chancellor's Scholarship
Moore & Van Allen is pleased to announce that Matthew Blake Huffman, a second year University of North Carolina Law student from Salisbury, is the recipient of the Moore & Van Allen Chancellor's Scholarship for the current academic year.
Twenty-five MVA attorneys named NC Super Lawyers
Moore & Van Allen is pleased to announce that 25 of its attorneys have been named North Carolina Super Lawyers for 2008.
Iredell Board to Honor Willis P. Whichard
The Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity of Campbell University's Norman A. Wiggins School of Law will recognize former Dean Willis P. Whichard as the 2008 recipient of the coveted Justice James Iredell Award. This year’s presentation will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 6:30 p.m. at the Cardinal Club in Raleigh.
Sixteen Moore & Van Allen Attorneys Named Legal Elite
Business North Carolina Magazine, 2008, (January 22, 2008)
Business North Carolina magazine's Legal Elite names 17 MVA attorneys.
Moore & Van Allen announces new members
(January 18, 2008)
Waring appointed to CSOL Board of Advisors
MVA Named Among Nation's Top Law Firms for Client Service
MVA earns a spot in client service ratings for providing "superior client service" to America's Fortune 1000 companies by BTI Consulting Group
Firm Ranks #1 with Corporate Board Member Magazine
Moore & Van Allen was selected as the best corporate law firm in Charlotte.
New Gay Bias Bill Would Broaden Workplace Protections
Research Triangle Park office partners with UNC Children's Hospital
MVA presents UNC Children’s Hospital with a donation at University of North Carolina's Dean E. Smith Center during basketball game
Moore & Van Allen Honored for Helping to Clean the Air
Moove & Van Allen recognized for its innovative approach to addressing air quality by encouraging employees to use alternative commute options.
Moore & Van Allen Among Sponsors of CED's 17th Annual Tech Conference
Research Triangle
MVA Wins Balanced Life Workplace Award
The North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys (NCAWA) recognizes Moore & Van Allen's commitment to work-life balance.
Moore & Van Allen Honored with Pro Bono Award
Moore & Van Allen receives Pro Bono Award for Outstanding Large Firm
Whichard Chairs Duke Lacrosse Investigation
Whichard chairs committee investigating Durham police's handling of Duke lacrosse case.
Hader Appears on CNN
Hader appeared on CNN to talk about securing a work visa for soccer star David Beckham.
Litigator Gwaltney Speaks About Defendant Class Actions
Scottsdale, Arizona
Larry Gwaltney to speak about defendant class actions
McGinnis Published in Labor & Employment Book
McGinnis authored a chapter for an Inside the Minds' book on labor and employment litigation.
Tony Lathrop is a Member of Panel Discussion Regarding In-House Counsel Risk Management Techniques
(November 3, 2006)
Tony Lathrop featured in May 6, 1996 North Carolina Lawyers Weekly article for trial and favorable jury verdict in Woodson-type construction accident case.
(May 6, 1996)
MVA member Tony Lathrop was featured in May 6, 1996 North Carolina Lawyers Weekly article for trial and favorable jury verdict in Woodson-type construction accident case.
Employment Seminar Covers Hot Topics
Fall employment seminar focuses on avoiding common wage and hour pitfalls, preparing for a collective action lawsuit and managing electronic records.