Lawyers of Distinction News

22 State Attorney Generals File Suit Against FCC Over Decision to Repeal Net Neutrality

Twenty-two state attorney generals have joined together in a federal lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for its decision to repeal net neutrality. The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday, January, 16, 2018 and is now in petition for review…

4 Tips to Start Your Own Law Firm

We don’t have to tell you that the law is a demanding business. The hours are long, the work is intense, and the demands on your intelligence are great. You often have to deal with human conflict. But you are…

Lawyers of Distinction Member William Marler Esq. Sues El Toro Restaurant Chain

Lawyers of Distinction member William Marler, Esq., and his law firm, Marler Clark, has filed a lawsuit against the popular Mexican fast food restaurant chain El Toro. The lawsuit was filed on January 12, 2018 in the Pierce County Superior…

Reasonable Expectation of Privacy in a Rental Car?

The United States Supreme Court heard a key 4th Amendment case on Tuesday, January 9, 2018. The case deals with the search of a motor vehicle. The 4th amendment protects people from warrantless searches in areas in which these people…

Lawyers of Distinction Proudly Recognizes Member Robert Shapiro, Esq. of the “Legal Dream Team”

It is our pleasure to feature Mr. Robert Shapiro, Esq. and his illustrious career. By way of background, Mr. Shapiro was born and grew up in Plainfield, New Jersey. He received his undergraduate degree from The University of California Los…

United States Attorney General Jeff Sessions Attempting to Crack Down on Recreational Marijuana

United States Attorney General Jeff Sessions is rescinding Obama based policies that allowed the use of recreational marijuana to flourish in the past. While Sessions will not make the ultimate decision, he is allowing Federal Prosecutors within the states where…

Lawyers of Distinction as Seen in January 2018 ABA Journal

Lawyers of Distinction was seen in the January 2018 ABA Journal. Lawyers of Distinction Recognizes Excellence in the Practice of Law. Check out the other places you’ve seen us.

Lawyers of Distinction Welcomes New Member Roy Herron, Esq.

Lawyers of Distinction wishes to welcome Roy Herron, Esq. as one of its newest members for 2018. Mr. Herron graduated from the University of Tennessee Martin with the highest honors. After graduating from the University of Tennessee Martin, Mr. Herron…

Changing Jobs is Part of a Lawyer’s Career

An attorney has a lot on their plate in terms of their career. One huge component of their work is flexibility. Having a law degree and a Bar card is certainly marketable, but attorneys, especially these days, need to be…

Lawyers of Distinction Welcomes New Member Magistrate Diane French

Lawyers of Distinction Welcomes Magistrate Diane French Lawyers of Distinction wishes to welcome and congratulate Magistrate Diane French as one of its newest members. Ms. Diane French works as a Magistrate in the Van Wert Municipal Court in Lima, Ohio.…