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Fasken, Martineau & Du Moulin, L.L.P.

Fasken Martineau Continues to Grow: Alexandre Abecassis Joins Ranks of Technology and Intellectual Property Practice Group
Claude Auger, Managing Partner of the Montreal and Québec City offices of the law firm Fasken Martineau, is pleased to announce that Alexandre Abecassis will be joining the firm as partner.

"Alexandre Abecassis' arrival will round off our network of national patent agents and allow us to offer a full range of services in what is becoming an increasingly vital area for businesses," declared Claude Auger.

Mr. Abecassis has developed solid expertise in intellectual property protection strategies in the area of new technologies, especially electronics, computer sciences, telecommunications and business methods. It is worth mentioning that this area of expertise is becoming more and more important for businesses in these sectors, especially in the context of globalization.

Alexandre Abecassis finds creative solutions that maximize the value of his clients' innovations. He is regularly called upon to draft, file and prosecute patent applications before the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO), the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the European Patent Office (EPO). He frequently prepares opinions for his clients on the patentability, freedom to manufacture, validity and infringement of patents.

After completing his studies in electrical engineering at the École Polytechnique de Montréal, Alexandre Abecassis worked for Ogilvy Renault from 2000 to 2007.

04-18-2007

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Gide, Loyrette & Nouel, PC

Gide Loyrette Nouel Warsaw advised Enterprise Investors on the takeover of Komfort Market
The Banking and Finance department of Gide Loyrette Nouel Warsaw advised Enterprise Investors, one of the leading private equity funds in Central and Eastern Europe, on the takeover of Komfort Market Sp. z o.o., the largest retail chain for floor materials and carpeting in Poland.

This €66 million acquisition was linked to a bank loan of €32 million.

The team that advised Enterprise Investors was managed by Pawel Grzeskowiak, partner, head of the Banking and Finance department of Gide’s Warsaw office, in collaboration with Agnieszka Kowalska, Marta Karminska and Tomasz Hatylak for tax aspects.

Pawel Grzeskowiak stated: "Our legal assistance covered aspects related to mergers and acquisitions, competition law, banking and tax law. The Komfort Market Sp. z o.o. takeover required us to develop a very complex tax structure, and to obtain approval from the President of the Office for Competition and Consumer Protection.

04-18-2007

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Dow Lohnes PLLC

Prominent Democrat Rick Kessler, Senior Advisor to Dingell & Pallone, Joins Leading Republican Stephen Sayle at New Dow Lohnes Government Strategies
Dow Lohnes PLLC today announced that Eric "Rick" Kessler has joined the law firm’s newly formed government relations entity, Dow Lohnes Government Strategies LLC, as President. In his new role, Kessler will be responsible for providing strategic counsel and representation to Dow Lohnes Government Strategies clients.

With nearly 20 years of legislative and political experience, Rick Kessler is best known as the longtime chief of staff and committee staffer for House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman John D. Dingell (D-MI). Kessler also is well known for his years of work as a top aide to Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr. for whom he worked in a variety of legislative and political roles between 1992 and 1997, including Legislative Director during Pallone’s tenure as Ranking Member of the Energy Subcommittee.

Earlier in his career, Kessler honed his command of energy and environment issues in legislative positions with Senator Frank R. Lautenberg (D-NJ) and former Representative William J. Hughes (D-NJ) and as the Associate Director of Government Affairs for Princeton University. Kessler most recently worked for New Jersey Governor Jon S. Corzine (D), serving as Director of the state’s Washington, DC office and as the principal staffer to Governor Corzine in his role as Chairman of the National Governors Association Health and Human Services Committee.

Kessler’s hiring coincides with the official formation of Dow Lohnes Government Strategies LLC, a Washington, DC-based government relations firm that will provide clients with advocacy and extensive government relations expertise in Washington. Stephen Sayle, a well respected energy lobbyist who joined Dow Lohnes as Senior Counsel in 2006, will be Chief Executive Officer of the new entity. Mr. Sayle is a former Legislative Counsel to House Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Joe Barton (R-TX) and spent three years as professional staff on the Committee. He was previously a Principal at Dutko Worldwide, where he co-directed the energy practice and represented technology, telecommunications, energy and environment clients.

"Dow Lohnes is committed to building a best in class public affairs management firm. Today, we take a major step toward that goal with the addition of Rick Kessler. Rick brings a wealth of political experience, and substantive expertise on such issues as health, energy and environment. But most of all, Rick brings the integrity and character that has earned respect from both sides of the aisle," said Stephen Sayle.

"I’m really excited to be joining Dow Lohnes Government Strategies," said Kessler. "I have worked with Stephen on a variety of issues over the years and I think we collaborate so well because we both enjoy solving problems and crafting bi-partisan win-win solutions that benefit everyone. Together with the incredible intellectual resources and impeccable reputation of Dow Lohnes, I believe that Stephen and I can build this new entity to become one of the top government relations groups in Washington."

Dow Lohnes Government Strategies offers experience in a variety of issues including: energy, environment, communications, telecommunications, technology, health care, higher education, pensions, and automotive. "Our team, which includes former Congressman Bob Carr (D-MI), has the experience and proven track record required to identify and overcome the key government and regulatory issues that in one way or another affect our clients' business interests," said Kenneth Salomon. "We are well positioned to help our clients analyze and anticipate the ways in which Washington will influence their corporate interests and develop effective proactive public affairs strategies." Mr. Salomon adds that, "Rick and Stephen are a formidable bipartisan team, particularly before the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee."

Mr. Salomon, who will continue to lead the Government Relations practice of Dow Lohnes, will serve as Chairman of Dow Lohnes Government Strategies. Mr. Carr, who joined Dow Lohnes as Of Counsel in 2005, served for 18 years in Congress and was Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee responsible for transportation funding.

"We’ve invested a significant amount of time and thought formulating the most effective way for Dow Lohnes to offer comprehensive government relations solutions to our clients," said Leonard Baxt, Chairman of Dow Lohnes. "With the launch of Dow Lohnes Government Strategies, we’ve built a team with significant knowledge of legislative and administrative processes and experience across all levels of the government. This knowledge and experience, backed by Dow Lohnes’s substantive legal expertise, puts us in a position to provide clients with information, insight, advocacy and critical thinking, bringing more value to their businesses.

04-18-2007

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Husch Blackwell Sanders LLP

Hinckley Scheduled Speaker at IATA Ops
Blackwell Sanders aviation attorney Christa Hinckley, as well as other national aviation experts will gather in Montreal, Canada, for IATA OPS FORUM 2007: Managing Growth Safely and Efficiently. This will be the industry's largest gathering of aviation operations executives and professionals. Attendees will hear from a panel of exceptional speakers on today’s most relevant topics.

For more information about the three-day conference, please click here.

IATA is an international organization, created over 60 years ago by a group of airlines. Today, IATA represents some 250 airlines comprising 94 percent of the international scheduled air traffic. The organization also represents, leads and serves the airline industry in general.

04-18-2007

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Snell & Wilmer, L.L.P.

PHOENIX - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Selects Two Snell & Wilmer Attorneys and Their Spouses as AZ's FINEST Couples.
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation selected partner Todd Feltus, and his wife Amy, along with Roxann Gallagher and her husband Sean, as two of AZ’s FINEST Couples. These couples were chosen due to their exemplifying leadership qualities, willingness to volunteer their time, and ability to excel in the business, political and philanthropic community.

Each couple was first nominated by a member of the community and then selected by a review panel. The AZ’s FINEST Couples campaign is designed to spotlight Arizona’s most influential trendsetters, honoring their accomplish-ments and commitment to service. As part of the selection, each couple has agreed to raise awareness and a minimum of $5,000 on behalf of The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Also each Couple has agreed to take part in a dance competition held in August. To help prepare, each Couple will receive complimentary dance lessons provided by a local dance company. On November 11, 2007, the Couples will be honored at the 3rd annual AZ’s FINEST Couples dinner and
live auction.

“We are thrilled that our participation in the Arizona's Finest Couples program will help to provide individuals afflicted with Cystic Fibrosis the chance to live longer, healthier lives and have the opportunity to have families and careers like the ones we are so blessed with,” said Phoenix attorney Gallagher.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Arizona, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, is a donor-sponsored nonprofit orga-nization dedicated to finding therapies and a cure for Cystic Fibrosis, while helping to improve the lives of those living with Cystic Fibrosis. Cystic Fibrosis is the number one life shortening disease of children and young adults in the United States.

04-18-2007

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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer announces two new partners
International law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is pleased to announce the elevation of two more senior associates to the partnership. James Grand and Martin Hutchings, both from the finance department in London, will join the 22 other new partners announced earlier this month as partners of the firm from 1 May 2007.

James' practice particularly focuses on structured finance work including collateralised debt obligations and other derivative-based products. Martin specialises in advising lending banks and financial sponsors, with an emphasis on acquisition and leveraged finance.

Joint senior partner Guy Morton commented: 'On behalf of the firm I would like to welcome James and Martin to the partnership, and look forward to working with them.'

04-18-2007

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Fenwick & West, LLP

National Tax Expert Michael Solomon Joins Fenwick & West Tax Group
Fenwick & West LLP is pleased to announce that Michael F. Solomon is joining the firm as a partner in the Tax Group. Prior to joining Fenwick & West, Michael was a partner at Pillsbury Winthrop LLP and previously was a partner in the PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Washington National Tax Services office and a managing partner of the tax firm Ivins, Phillips & Barker in Washington, D.C.

"The breadth, international reach, depth of talent and blue-chip client roster of the Fenwick Tax Group impressed me," said Solomon. "I am delighted to be joining one of the pre-eminent tax practices in the country. Fenwick & West has an exceptional reputation in both tax planning and tax controversy work. We share a common enthusiasm for tackling the most complex tax issues, and the Fenwick Tax Group has my passion for client service."

Michael brings more than 30 years of experience in tax planning and associated business structuring for large U.S. and foreign multinational enterprises. He has also handled significant controversy and litigation matters in judicial and administrative forums at the state and federal levels. Michael teaches tax law as an Adjunct Professor at Boalt Hall Law School at the University of California at Berkeley and previously was an adjunct professor at Georgetown University Law School. He has also served as an expert witness in corporate tax and structuring matters that are in controversy.

"We are thrilled that Michael will be joining Fenwick's Tax Group, and believe he is a perfect addition to one of the top tax practices in the country," said tax group chair David Forst. "Michael's exceptional skills, sophisticated practice, and dedication to client service make him an ideal fit for us."

04-18-2007

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