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Kevin P. Russell Joins Marks Gray as Chief Operating Officer

Marks Gray, P.A. is pleased to announce Kevin P. Russell has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer, bringing with him more than 25 years of experience in the legal field.  In his role, Mr. Russell will manage all the administration and operational functions for the firm and work with the Management Committee to achieve the firm’s strategic initiatives. Firm president, Frederick H. Kent, III said, “We are delighted to welcome Kevin to the Marks […]

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Extending H-1B Visas Beyond 6 Years and Recapturing Time

For H-1B visa holders and their employers, it’s valuable to understand the options for an extension of time beyond six years. Check out our FAQs to understand the opportunities that may be available. Read the FAQs.  

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Attorney John R. Crawford Explains How to Avoid Probate

The disadvantages of probating a will are many. The probate process is expensive, time-consuming, and intrusive. Court costs, attorney fees, personal representative fees, bonds, and accounting fees all add up. Marks Gray, P.A. attorney John R. Crawford details the disadvantages of probate and how to best avoid it.  If your estate is probated without a will, the costs of probate may be even greater. The probate process is a notoriously protracted legal procedure. Studies in […]

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The Pros and Cons of Trademark Licensing

With a trademark licensing agreement, a registered trademark owner (the licensor) receives a negotiated royalty in exchange for allowing another party (the licensee) to use the licensor’s trademark. The licensor receives revenue for the use of their mark without the expenses and risks of product manufacturing, marketing, and sales. The licensee, in turn, has an opportunity to use the trademark without the expenses and risks of research and development. When employed properly, a trademark license […]

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CPT, OPT, and OPT STEM Guide for HR Pros and F-1 Students

This quick and practical reference PDF provides the information you need at a glance to identify the key differences between CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT – including the basic requirements and work authorization evidence. Thanks go to Ellen Mazujian and Gabbie Buenano for their assistance with this practical guide. Download the PDF

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A Battle Between Human Rights: The Right to Be Forgotten v. The Right to Know and Be Known

As we barrel headlong through the digital age, we are forced to confront new challenges to freedom of speech, privacy, and open government. The European Union recently blazed its own trail on these issues, giving those of us in North America a chance to see how their experiment in balancing these interests succeeds or fails. The Internet has no borders, and that’s part of the challenge. A big part of this is “the right to […]

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