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TheLawyerGuide.com Expands Its Legaltech Marketplace to the Netherlands
TheLawyerGuide.com Expands Its Legaltech Marketplace to the Netherlands
In a move to shake up the traditional landscape of the legal industry, TheLawyerGuide.com ('TheLawyerGuide') has announced the launch of its innovative legaltech platform in the Netherlands.
SAN FRANCISCO, October 5, 2023 (Newswire.com) - In a move to shake up the traditional landscape of the legal industry, TheLawyerGuide.com ("TheLawyerGuide") has announced the launch of its innovative legaltech platform in the Netherlands.
Since its inception in Norway in 2020, the platform has since rolled out its services in countries like Sweden, Denmark, and Switzerland. The Netherlands launch signifies the company’s continued commitment to offering clients an enhanced way to find suitable lawyers.
The Netherlands boasts a significant number of practicing lawyers, underscored by a high lawyers-per-capita count. This high density of legal professionals creates a unique landscape for TheLawyerGuide’s platform. Not just a marketplace, the website Legaaly.nl also provides SaaS marketing tools designed exclusively for lawyers. These tools aim to help lawyers streamline and optimize their online presence, allowing for a more efficient client-lawyer matching process.
"The launch in the Netherlands represents a pivotal moment in our global strategy," said Erling Løken Andersen, chairman of TheLawyerGuide. "We view it as a first global step, preparing us for our forthcoming ambitious expansion into the U.S. market."
The U.S. market for legal assistance is vast, with Avvo, the marketplace giant, reporting impressive revenues year after year. Having secured a total of $132 million in funding, Avvo was acquired by California-based Internet Brands in 2018. As TheLawyerGuide gears up for its U.S release, it sets the stage for an intriguing competitive scenario with Avvo.
Aside from its core marketplace offering, TheLawyerGuide’s platform serves as a valuable repository of lawyer-client experiences, offering insights and reviews that are integral for potential clients. Statistics have shown that over 70% of clients prioritize reviews and personal experiences when choosing a legal representative.
TheLegalGuide has previously raised €400.000 EUR from its founder Erling Løken Andersen, followed by a successful crowdfunding campaign bringing in €430.000 EUR. In the last round, the company was valued at €3.6m EUR. TheLegalGuide’s journey from its Nordic origins to a growing European presence underscores the company’s commitment to revolutionizing the legal marketplace. With eyes set on the Netherlands and the U.S, TheLawyerGuide aims to redefine how clients engage with legal professionals, making the entire process more transparent, efficient, and user-friendly.
Contact Information:Erling Andersen
Chairman
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Original Source: TheLawyerGuide.com Expands Its Legaltech Marketplace to the Netherlands
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Lafayette Personal Injury Attorney Selects 2023 Scholarship Recipient
Blaine and the 2023 Blaine Barrilleaux Scholarship Recipient Madison Conrad
Attorney Blaine Barrilleaux gifting law student Madison Conrad a scholarship
LAFAYETTE, La., September 13, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Every year, Lafayette personal injury attorney Blaine Barrilleaux offers a $1,000 scholarship to one bright high school or college student pursuing enrollment or currently enrolled in a Louisiana university. This year, applicants wrote a response to the question: What is the importance of education?
A record number of students entered this year, and The Law Offices of Blaine Barrilleaux is pleased to announce the chosen winner: rising LSU Law student Madi Conrad.
Madi Conrad Wins This Year's Blaine Barrilleaux Scholarship
Madi Conrad has just begun her first year at Louisiana State University (LSU) Law School, following her graduation in the spring of 2023 from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (UL) with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Political Science. While at UL, Madi interned in Juvenile Drug Court and Family Preservation Court, which fueled her passion for law.
Madi is genuinely a multi-talented, highly-driven individual. In addition to her legal aspirations, she has sung the National Anthem for the Houston Astros and currently reigns as Miss Louisiana Collegiate USA 2023.
After law school, Madi plans to pursue criminal law, with a particular interest in addiction rehabilitation. Madi's dedication to her community, empathy for others, and desire to improve the criminal justice system are qualities that align with the values of the Blaine Barrilleaux Scholarship. Like Blaine, Madi is also a proud Lafayette Parish native and hopes to return to the area to practice after law school.
Learn More About The Law Offices of Blaine Barrilleaux
Blaine Barrilleaux is a Lafayette personal injury attorney with over 25 years of experience representing victims of car wrecks, big truck accidents, dog bites, off-shore injuries, medical malpractice, and more. Not only does Blaine have a long history of serving his community through his work, but he's also spent his entire life in the area. Born and raised in Louisiana, he continues to raise his family and work in Lafayette.
Blaine's commitment to giving back to people through the Blaine Barrilleaux Scholarship and the vital work of his law firm is a testament to his dedication to his community.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact Blaine today for a free case evaluation.
Contact Information:Adam Carbonneau
Director of Marketing
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615 219-9181
Original Source: Lafayette Personal Injury Attorney Selects 2023 Scholarship Recipient
CMG Financial’s General Counsel, Shannon Leight, Featured in Vanguard Law Magazine
SAN RAMON, Calif., September 7, 2023 (Newswire.com) - CMG Financial, the well-capitalized privately held mortgage banking firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA, has been recognized in Vanguard Law Magazine's Summer 2023 Edition III alongside General Counsel, Shannon Leight. Vanguard is a digital publication that showcases the diversity of modern in-house counsel by highlighting the philosophies, strategies and initiatives of attorneys at some of the world's most recognizable companies including Samsung, Heineken, Pfizer, MetLife, Dell, MasterCard, and now CMG Financial.
Leight joined CMG in 2021. Two years later, she found herself in the middle of one of the industry's largest retail acquisitions of the past decade. Earlier in 2023, CMG acquired a retail division at Homebridge Financial Services, which originated $12 billion last year. Leight, CMG's only in-house lawyer at the time, played a huge role in the acquisition every step of the way - from drafting the letter of intent, discussing buyer must-haves, covering financial specifics, going through due diligence, and finalizing documents. Her extensive efforts resulted in a very successful and seamless cohesion between the two companies.
"If there's a consistency to this industry, it's the ever-evolving changes that largely fall on a legal department to navigate," wrote Neil Cote, author of Leight's Vanguard feature. "It's always a challenge, Leight says, to stay at least in line with market conditions."
Much of CMG's success in recent market conditions can be attributed to the internal adjustments and efforts from people like Leight. She works extensively with sales, marketing, compliance, and leadership to ensure that CMG remains within the boundaries of the industry's regulations while still pushing the limits of innovation and tech.
"I am fortunate to have the opportunity to work with inspiring leadership and to grow professionally alongside CMG," said Leight. "I know that I'm in the right place to continue growing and stepping into new challenges. The more CMG rolls out, the more opportunity I get to dive into something new, which is what I love to do."
"Shannon has been instrumental to our growth and success over the past few years," said Kim Callas, Executive VP, Chief Operating Officer. "The housing market has changed drastically since 2019 - even since 2021. Many companies have downsized and faced cuts, yet CMG has increased by roughly 48% over the past year. This is largely a result from Shannon's hard work that led to the successful acquisition of Homebridge's retail division. We're thankful to have her on our side as we continue to navigate the constant changes within the market."
Read the full feature on Leight and CMG here.
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About Vanguard
Vanguard is a digital publication that showcases the incredible diversity of the modern in-house counsel, highlighting the philosophies, strategies and initiatives of attorneys from around the world. From contracts to compliance, data privacy to intellectual property, M&A to HR, the responsibilities of today's GCs and CLOs have never been greater—and we capture that challenge. The stakes have never been higher, either, and Vanguard takes a deep dive into these complex and ever-evolving roles, giving you, the reader, an inside look at how some of the world's biggest companies navigate shifting legal terrain.
About CMG
CMG Mortgage, Inc. (NMLS #1820) is a well-capitalized mortgage bank founded in 1993. Founder and CEO, Christopher M. George, was Chairman of the Mortgage Bankers Association in 2019. CMG makes its products and services available to the market through three distinct origination channels including retail lending, wholesale lending, and correspondent lending. CMG currently operates in all states, including District of Columbia, and holds approvals with FNMA, FHLMC, and GNMA. CMG is widely known through the mortgage banking and housing markets for responsible lending practices, industry and consumer advocacy, product innovation, and operational efficiency.
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Annaugh Madsen
Phone: (667) 260-6360
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Contact Information:Annaugh Madsen
Senior Copywriter
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(667) 260-6360
Original Source: CMG Financial's General Counsel, Shannon Leight, Featured in Vanguard Law Magazine