LCOJ launches Banking & Creditors' Rights SmartPractice Advisory
June 10, 2009
We are excited to announce the launch of the LCOJ Banking & Creditors' Rights SmartPractice, a complimentary email advisory to our clients and contacts in the banking and financial services industry. This e-newsletter is designed to inform contacts on laws, proposed legislation, articles published by our team and other information impacting the industry.
If you would like to receive the Banking & Creditors' Rights SmartPractice email us at newsletter@lcojlaw.com.
LCOJ Supports Local Earth Week Events
April 20,2009
As part of the firm's green initiative, Liebmann, Conway, Olejniczak & Jerry, S.C. co-sponsored the events scheduled during the week surrounding Earth Day, April 22nd. Earth School Day was the project of Attorney Jodi Arndt, the firm's "greenest" attorney.
Earth School Day was designed to bring environmental awareness to the community's youngest citizens. The Greater Green Bay Earth Week Coalition reached out to all the elementary schools in the immediate Green Bay area and offered to have a volunteer come into the classroom and read Dr. Seuss' classic environmental tale The Lorax. An overwhelming response had volunteers visiting more than fifty kindergarten through third grade classrooms on April 20th and 21st.
In addition to the individual classroom readings, Jodi Arndt read The Lorax at a full-school assembly at Susie C. Altmayer Elementary in De Pere, on April 21st.
The Greater Green Bay Earth Week Coalition's goal is to increase public awareness about conservation issues and sustainability efforts in the Green Bay area by creating a week of diversified events surrounding Earth Day that appeal to different ages, abilities, and interests in order to engage the whole community. Jodi is an active member of the organization.
Green Bay Press Gazette Highlights The Weidner Center's Cofrin Family Hall
February 4, 2009
Attorney Frederick Schmidt, long time board member and current president of Weidner Center Presents Inc., lends his insight on the design of Cofrin Family Hall in the latest installment of the Green Bay Press Gazette's, 'A is for Architecture series.' This series highlights architectural points of interest in the Green Bay area.
In his narration, Fred speaks to the focus on acoustic design that makes Cofrin Hall an exceptional performing arts facility.
Fred had been involved with the Weidner Center since its inception and is an avid supporter of the arts in our community.
Click here to watch the video and listen to Fred's commentary. To read the article, click here.
Corporate Report Wisconsin Legal Industry Report
February 3, 2009
Attorney Tom Olejniczak was quoted in February's issue of Corporate Report Wisconsin. In its Legal Industry Report titled, 'A Challenging Time,' Tom addresses the economic downturn and its impact on the legal industry saying,
"Any practice tied to economic activity is affected by the downturn. Real estate and construction law, and business mergers and acquisitions are the two most pertinent examples."
The article also addresses the issue of hiring in an economic downturn. Regarding this topic, Tom says,
"As for law firm hiring, anecdotally, we have heard that times are slow. But our office's two-year plan is on schedule. We added two new lawyers in June 2008 and will continue employing two law clerks during the summer."
To read the full article click here.
Four SuperLawyers at LCOJ
January 15, 2009
Attorneys Gregory B. Conway, Frederick Schmidt and George Burnett have been selected by their peers as 2008 Wisconsin SuperLawyers. David Weber was recognized as a Rising Star for a second time.
Gregory Conway and George Burnett received the additional honor of being named two of the top 50 lawyers in the state of Wisconsin by the Wisconsin SuperLawyers publication.
Both Gregory Conway and George Burnett have been elected SuperLawyers for the past four years in the Business Litigation category. George is recognized in the Personal Injury Plaintiff category as well. Frederick Schmidt is recognized in the Business/Corporate category. This is his third year as a Wisconsin SuperLawyer. David Weber is recognized as a Rising Star in the Business Litigation category.
SuperLawyers is a state-by-state listing of accomplished lawyers who have been selected by their peers for their professional achievements.
See our SuperLawyers on the web at www.superlawyers.com
David Weber Selected to Present
December 1, 2008
Attorney David H. Weber has been selected to speak at the annual conference of the Transportation Lawyers Association ("TLA"), a nationwide organization of defense-oriented transportation practitioners. He will speak on the firm's experience at a recent jury trial and address the topic of "Adulteration of Food & Pharmaceuticals" on April 28 - May 2, 2009 at the LaCoasta Resort in Carlsbad, California.
New Attorneys At LCOJ
October 15, 2008
If you haven't seen or heard, LCOJ has some new faces. We're excited to announce the addition of Attorneys April Rockstead Barker, Colleen M. Kelly, Herbert C. Liebmann, IV, and Tricia A. Nell to the LCOJ team.
April is a member of our Litigation Team and her practice emphasizes commercial and insurance litigation in state and federal trial and appellate courts.
Colleen's practice focuses on bankruptcy and creditors rights, banking and financial matters and business law. She is a welcomed member of our Business Team.
Herbert (Bret) is also a member of our Litigation Team. His primary areas of focus are civil litigation, insurance coverage disputes, insurance defense and personal injury.
Tricia brings nine years of experience in complex commercial, business, employment and healthcare litigation, personal injury, wrongful death and criminal defense to our clients.
All of our new attorneys are bright and energetic and are a great addition to the LOCJ team.
A 'Green' Day at LCOJ
July 3, 2008
To build enthusiasm around the new Green Initiative at the firm, Thursday, July 3rd was filled with activities that focused on educating employees as to the choices we make that impact the environment. Activities included a ride your bike to work challenge; fair trade coffee from Luna Café; locally grown Farmers Market snacks; a walk to lunch initiative and, of course, a happy hour of locally brewed beer from Hinterland and Titletown Brewery. The firm is also starting an aluminum can drive with proceeds to be donated to local environmental groups that will be selected on an annual basis by the firm's Green Initiative Committee.
In a very short time LCOJ has made some big strides in its green efforts. All paper now has a minimum recycled content of 30%; bottled water has been replaced with glasses and water coolers; a bike rack now lives in the parking lot; staff and attorneys are encouraged to print double-sided; disposable plates and silverware were replaced with the real thing and automatic light switches were installed in the attorney's offices.
Fact Sheets that were distributed on 'green' day included:
Information on fair trade and organic coffee
Restaurants within walking distance of LCOJ
Information on the benefits of buying local and buying organic
Appointed to Brown County Civic Music Association Board
June 16, 2008
Attorney Gregory Grobe was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the Brown County Civic Music Association.
The Brown County Civic Music Association is an organization committed to bringing classical music to our community at an affordable price.
For more information about the Brown County Civic Music Association and upcoming events, visit their website at: http://www.foxcitiesbusiness.com/bccivicmusic/
Going Green
May 6, 2008
In this week's Wisconsin Law Journal, attorney and environmentalist, Jodi L.Arndt talks about the firms efforts at becoming more eco-friendly in the Article titled "Firms give environmental efforts the green light."
Additionally, Arndt is referenced in the article "Make some green promoting green practices" on the topic of sustainability initiatives.
Listed among more liberal communities, LCOJ is the only Green Bay based firm mentioned in either article.
New LCOJ Service: "HR SmartPractice" Advisories
May 5, 2008
Liebmann, Conway, Olejniczak & Jerry's employment and labor law team recently launched a complimentary email advisory service to clients and other key contacts. "HR SmartPractice" is designed to enhance employee management skills with periodic practice tips, updates on new cases, law and proposed legislation, articles published by our attorneys, and other information impacting the workforce.
If you would like to receive HR SmartPractice advisories, please email Attorney Gregory Grobe at Grobe@lcojlaw.com.
Our employment and labor law team would be happy to answer questions you may have relating to the advisories or any other employment issues.
Appointed to NLRB Region 30 Rule Committee
May 5, 2008
Attorney Gregory Grobe has been appointed to the National Labor Relations Board Region 30 Policies and Procedures Committee. The committee, which meets in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, includes representatives of management, labor, and other interested groups and is chaired by the Regional Director and his staff. The committee will serve as sounding board for development of regional policies and procedures, address changes imposed by shifts in Board law and/or mandates from the General Counsel of Operations, and provide viewpoints on various issues affecting practices within Region 30.
Keeping the Cobwebs Away!
April 8, 2008
Herbert C. Liebmann III was featured in the March edition of the WI State Bar Senior Lawyers Division's Newsletter, Voice of Experience. The article, titled "Keeping the Cobwebs Away!" features Bert as a 'Senior in Action.' It highlights his active lifestyle and his numerous community involvements. The article can be accessed by clicking on the link below:
Leadership Green Bay Special Recognition Award
April 8, 2008
Patrick M. Blaney was recently selected as one of the recipients of the Leadership Green Bay Special Recognition Award. Acknowledged for his efforts in creating events for the Green Bay Area Chamber of Commence Leadership Green Bay Program, Patrick has created events including the LGB Golf Outing, Adopt-A-Highway Clean Up, Political Pursuit Forum and the Salvation Army Bell Ringing event.
2008 Marquette Law Alumni Award Winner
March 15, 2008
Gregory B. Conway has been named Marquette Law Schools 2008 Alumnus of the Year.
Consideration of this honor is based on the following criteria; reaching a level of excellence in his/her career, demonstrating affiliation to the law school through volunteering and, living the Marquette mission of faith, service, leadership and excellence in both their personal and professional life.
The awards will be presented the the 2008 Alumni Awards Reception on Thursday, April 24, 2008.
Greg, congratulations on this honor!
Appointed by Governor Doyle
February 1, 2008
Gregory B. Conway was appointed by Governor Jim Doyle to the Lower Fox River Remediation Authority. The Authority was created to allow those companies responsible for the costs of the Fox River cleanup to apply for and utilize tax exempt bonds to pay for their remediation efforts. The Authority will review and approve the issue of these bonds.
Mr. Conway has been working on Fox River issues since 1996.