D’Arcy Vicknair associate, Peter-Raymond Graffeo, recently authored a blog for the American Bar Association and posted on The Dispute Resolver: Jurisdiction – – Employee Training, Alone, May Subject You to a Foreign State’s Jurisdiction.
News & Publications
D’Arcy Vicknair Welcomes Anil Desa to the Team
D’Arcy Vicknair is happy to report its continued expansion as we welcome Anil Desa to the firm as an Of Counsel Associate. With an MS in Civil Engineering, an MBA from Tulane University, and a JD, summa cum laude, from Loyola University College of Law, Anil is an extraordinary addition to our team.
D’Arcy Vicknair is Pleased to Announce the Hiring of New Associate Attorney, Kelli Murphy Miller
Having worked in the construction industry prior to law school, Kelli has both the practical and the educational background necessary to provide the best possible representation to all aspects of our construction industry clients. All of us at D’Arcy Vicknair are excited to see what Kelli brings to the team.
D’Arcy Vicknair Designated as Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers®
D’Arcy Vicknair is delighted to announce its designation by BestLawyers® as a Best Law Firm in Construction Law – Tier 1 – New Orleans for 2023!
The designation of “Best Law Firm” is based on a combination of client feedback, information provided on the Law Firm Survey, the Law Firm Leaders Survey, and Best Lawyers peer review. As we approach our one-year anniversary, all of us at D’Arcy Vicknair are grateful for the support of both our clients and our peers to help achieve this great award.
The Expansion of D’Arcy Vicknair
As our one year anniversary approaches, all of us at D’Arcy Vicknair are grateful to have had a successful first year, and we are excited for the future. In under a year, we have been blessed to see the firm grow. And as the firm grows, so must the office space. D’Arcy Vicknair is delighted to share some pictures of the literal expansion of the firm, as our contractors have broken down a wall to give us more office space.
More growth to come. Watch this space.
Ashley Robinson Checking People In at the Annual Women in Construction Conference
The early morning Check-in Crew at the Women in Construction Conference are all smiles this morning as they are ready to check in 500+ people. D’Arcy Vicknair’s own Ashley Robinson was happy to volunteer to help.
EEOC Poster Revised – by Norman A. Mott, III
Effective October 20, 2022 the EEOC has revised its required workplace discrimination poster advising employees of their rights. The posting also must be made available in n accessible format for persons with disabilities that limit the ability to see or read. Employers should replace existing posters with the new one. More information and a download link for a free poster, and posters in English and Spanish as well as in screen readable format, is here https://www.eeoc.gov/poster . Some employers may also be required to distribute electronic versions of the poster, depending upon their normal methods of communication with employees.
Adrian D’Arcy is a Panelist at The Blueprint Conference, Sponsored by D’Arcy Vicknair
D’Arcy Vicknair is pleased to announce that it is a sponsor of the upcoming Blueprint Conference presented by Riess LeMieux.
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Ashley Robinson to Attend Women in Construction Conference, Sponsored by D’Arcy Vicknair
D’Arcy Vicknair’s own Ashley Robinson will be representing the firm at this year’s 16th Annual Women in Construction Conference. The Conference is being held in our nation’s capital, Washington D.C., Friday, October 28, 2022. The Conference is mainly funded by contributions from sponsors, and D’Arcy Vicknair is proud to be one of those sponsors of this great event.
The Women in Construction Conference is the East Coast’s premiere forum for education, professional development and networking for women in the build industry. The organization empowers women to continue to grow and achieve success in the community with a “By Women, for Women” motto. Ashley is excited to attend several thought-provoking panels throughout the day, before enjoying the cocktail reception.
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Adrian D’Arcy to Co-Present HalfMoon Education’s AIA Contract Document Workshop Webinar
D’Arcy Vicknair partner, Adrian D’Arcy will be a co-presenter for HalfMoon Education’s AIA Contract Document Workshop.
This webinar is open to the public and designed to qualify for several different continuing education hours. D’Arcy Vicknair has been proud to work with HalfMoon this past year in other presented seminars, and Adrian is happy to continue that working relationship.
The Workshop will cover several construction contract and AIA fundamentals.
Join Adrian on November 2, 2022, 8:30am to 4:30pm.
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Andrew Vicknair Will Be Guest Speaker on Contract Bonds and Insurance for the City of Monroe
D’Arcy Vicknair is proud to announce that partner, Andrew Vicknair, will be the guest speaker on Contract Bonds and Insurance for the City of Monroe.
Andy will impart knowledge and resources for small business owners on the importance of bonds and insurance when securing contracts.
Join Andy on October 13, 2022, 9:00 am – 11:00 am, at the Monroe Civic Center.
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D’Arcy Vicknair Attorneys, Andrew Vicknair and Peter Graffeo, attend ABA Forum on Construction Law
D’Arcy Vicknair partner, Andrew Vicknair, and D’Arcy Vicknair associate, Peter Graffeo are proudly representing the firm at the American Bar Association’s annual Forum on Construction Law, held in the birthplace of Rock-n-Roll, Memphis, Tennessee.
In between visits to Graceland, and checking out the Blues Hall of Fame, Andy and Peter are keeping busy attending various seminars the ABA is offering. From Cyber Security to Legal Ethics, the ABA makes sure to cover a wide variety of topics affecting the construction industry, while simultaneously having the attendees join in fun events like the March of the Peabody Ducks and different Networking Receptions.
Andy and Peter are already looking forward to next year’s forum!
