Sentences with phrase «structures of grouping practices»

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«The structure of the exchanges is a seminal part of the ACA, and if it turns out the subdsidies provided on the exchanges are not available, it will be a devastating blow to the president and the ACA,» says Steve Friedman, co-chair of the employee benefits practice and healthcare reform consulting groups at Littler Mendelson, in San Francisco.

For its June 2007 meeting, the HRC asked F.W. Cook's designated representative, George B. Paulin, to report on, and respond to HRC members» questions regarding a range of executive compensation matters, including the Company's compensation program and current trends, a comparison of Company and Peer Group compensation amounts and structures, including stock option and restricted stock grant practices, recent stockholder initiatives on compensation, compensation committee procedures, the role of consultants, and regulatory activity.

We do not know whether persons in this group, while moved by the presence and claims of individuals with whom they are in face - to - face relations, may, on another level, be oblivious to and unmoved by more impersonal social structures and practices that consistently put and keep persons in situations of oppression and deprivation.

As must now be evident, the charismatic orientation may be cloaked in the style of those groups which call themselves charismatic or Pentecostal, but it is important to note that the charismatic negotiation is primarily a structure and as such may give form to the world views of persons and groups that do not adopt any of the features or practices of what is conventionally called charismatic religion.

My working definition of the congregation is this: A congregation is a group that possesses a special name and recognized members who assemble regularly to celebrate a more universally practiced worship but who communicate with each other sufficiently to develop intrinsic patterns of conduct, outlook, and story.9 We can sharpen our appreciation of congregational structure by comparing its thick culture with that of other religious associations.

In the end, any theology worthy of the name would need to work out some accommodation between the structures of the Church, on the one hand, with its monarchical papal authority, its traditions and practice, and, on the other, Scripture, the written record of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, together with the records of the life and teachings of the group of His first followers.

Sociologists use social scientific methods to investigate collective sentiments and practices (i.e. culture), and the formation and impact of formal rules and regulations (i.e. social structure) created and maintained by groups.

A group of Harvard neuroscientists interested in mindfulness meditation have reported that brain structures change after only eight weeks of meditation practice.

Structured Practice might take the form of Read - Around Groups (RAGs), in which students in each group read the papers of each of the other groups, select the best one, and mark strong passages in the mGroups (RAGs), in which students in each group read the papers of each of the other groups, select the best one, and mark strong passages in the mgroups, select the best one, and mark strong passages in the margin.

It includes a fully animated revision session PowerPoint and a set of «silent debate» A3 worksheets [which are a great way to structure group discussions and practice exam planning technique].

For example, through subtle acts of exclusion, as bystanders who ignore racist incidents, or through social practices and structures that discriminate and disadvantage different ethnic and cultural groups.

Last week, a group of four senators unveiled legislation that would gradually raise the cap on charters, while also putting new rules in place on their governance structure and enrollment and retention practices.

Systemic renewal calls for a continuing process of evaluating goals and objectives related to school policies, practices, and organizational structures as they impact a diverse group of learners.

Systemic renewal calls for an ongoing process for evaluating goals and objectives related to school policies, practices and organizational structures as they impact a diverse group of learners.

Use with the leadership team, a small group overseeing implementation or all staff to identify structures, systems and processes already in place that can be used to support the implementation of feedback practices.

FEATURES Engages students with the challenge of a puzzle Focuses on the use of text structures and features as a comprehension strategy for informational text Targets clearly stated objectives Provides flexible grouping opportunities: independent practice and work stations Gives immediate feedback for self - checking INCLUDES 20 Student activities on nonconsummable cards 1 Self - correcting Answer Case Teacher Note

Provide time and a structure for teacher study groups to reflect on their current practices and discuss new strategies (Marcia D'Arcangelo, «The Challenge of Content - Area Reading: A Conversation with Diane Ogle»).

Whether you'd like to offer students structured independent practice, or you're looking for ways to engage large or small groups at one time, Study Island includes a collection of engaging session types to support your formative assessment practices.

The salon style group show Framed Practices explores how contemporary art frames itself to fit within the archaic structure of consumer art while accepting art practice as a commodity.

The completed surveys are all available online, providing students, scholars, and the public with an entry point gain insight into the history, evolution, and practices of alternative and avant - garde organizational structures, art spaces, artists» groups, galleries, publications, and collectives nationwide.

Through an unprecedented grouping of over 100 works by 15 artists structured to create dialogues between artists and across practices, the exhibition reflects the diversity and the history of the art scene in the UAE.

This selection help us to understand his progressive concept of «sculpture as form, sculpture as structure, sculpture as place» and, in addition the exhibition focuses on the key role of language in Andre's artistic practices via a large number of visual and concrete poetry series, textual collages and works on paper and, for the first time in 20 years, an exceptional group of works entitled Dada Forgeries, expounding his jocular relationship with Duchamp's readymades.

(e) looking at ways to amend, yet again, our governance structure with the stated, but incompatible, goals of reducing the number of benchers but increasing the diversity of Convocation including by practice area (in other words, continue the dumbing down of Convocation, begun in 2009, by throwing away valuable and experienced resources, reducing the number of voting benchers even as our workload increases, while somehow ensuring that more practice areas and any number of clamouring groups are represented),

Our broad, international network of specialist attorneys built over decades of practicing law covers the entire spectrum of pricing models, practice groups, and firm structures.

The lecocqassociate group consists of three international offices: lecocqassociate Geneva, as a boutique law firm specialised in the niche areas of regulatory banking and corporate finance, lecocqassociate Malta as a regulatory advisory practice and lecocqassociate Dubai as a structuring advisory practice.

Working seamlessly with our Tax Practice Group, we counsel clients on all tax aspects of their real estate deals, including structuring like - kind exchanges of real estate.

«The firms that outperform the others are the ones that are making a clear investment in the structure and capability of practice groups.»

LexisNexis selected Culhane Meadows» Outsourcing Group to author its Lexis Practice Advisor ® module on Outsourcing based upon the group's depth and breadth of experience in structuring, drafting and negotiating outsourcing transactGroup to author its Lexis Practice Advisor ® module on Outsourcing based upon the group's depth and breadth of experience in structuring, drafting and negotiating outsourcing transactgroup's depth and breadth of experience in structuring, drafting and negotiating outsourcing transactions.

Barlow Lyde & Gilbert is in negotiations over further partner exits as the firm moves to overhaul the structure of its practice groups.

Rohit worked as an Indian Lawyer, in house for Vodafone India Limited in Mumbai (a wholly owned subsidiary of Vodafone UK) advising on the group's corporate and commercial matters and in private practice for Juris Corp Solicitors & Advocates advising foreign clients in diverse sectors on foreign direct investment and their India entry strategies and structuring aspects.

The Commission's Alternative Law Practice Structures Working Group recommends allowing a limited form of non — lawyer ownership in law firms.

William Wastie, head of Addleshaw Goddard's professional practices group, said: «A lot of firms operate network - type structures.

Debora Juarez, Member and Practice Group Leader of the Tribal Practice at Williams Kastner, concentrates her practice on providing legal and financial counsel to tribes in such areas as debt financing, corporate structure, economic development, natural resources, gaming and tribal - state and inter-local agrPractice Group Leader of the Tribal Practice at Williams Kastner, concentrates her practice on providing legal and financial counsel to tribes in such areas as debt financing, corporate structure, economic development, natural resources, gaming and tribal - state and inter-local agrPractice at Williams Kastner, concentrates her practice on providing legal and financial counsel to tribes in such areas as debt financing, corporate structure, economic development, natural resources, gaming and tribal - state and inter-local agrpractice on providing legal and financial counsel to tribes in such areas as debt financing, corporate structure, economic development, natural resources, gaming and tribal - state and inter-local agreements.

We have advised on a number of deals where pension liabilities have been apportioned to another group company with the agreement of the pension trustees, including advising alongside a top City pensions practice on a groundbreaking flexible apportionment arrangement structure.

No one has assisted more law firms with these issues than LawVision Group, where our consultants have assisted nearly half of the AmLaw 200 in setting up or enhancing their practice structure.

Marciano, a member of the project finance group, focuses his practice on independent power projects with an emphasis on mergers, acquisitions, tax structuring and foreign investments.

She was among the core group of «rainmakers» responsible for the growth of the Firm's nationally recognized media and communications finance practice and has decades of experience representing lending institutions, private equity funds and businesses in structuring sophisticated debt and equity financings.

Because of the size of some settlements, Mirick O'Connell's Personal Injury attorneys work closely with our Trusts and Estates Practice Group, as well as with tax experts, actuaries and nationally - known consultants, in the preparation of structured settlements.

The roles responsibilities include (but are not limited to) providing first line support to the practice group, ensuring that the strategy, plans and structures are in place and aligned to the firm's strategic goals; supporting the annual budgeting and forecasting activities within the practice group; providing in - depth analytical support on financial performance at practice group and team level; be the business advisor to the practice group and helping the group effectively manage their financial performance; providing training for groups of partners and lawyers, recommending improvements in efficiencies and practices; working with partners, heads of department and others to encourage best practice in relation to accounting and profitability, pricing and matter management; being the finance representative, working closely and collaboratively with business services teams; and developing a best practice approach within the practice and improving the efficiency of processes.

A core group of Eversheds Sutherland lawyers is dedicated to the derivatives and structured products practice.

Have a structure to the practice of their role (i.e. regular executive meetings or practice group meetings, reports back up to the executive, etc.) Ensure their compensation system accommodates the time needed for this non-billable admin without financial penalty — show you value their contribution.

The projects, infrastructure and energy practice group at Audier & Partners acted for a Vietnamese client on the Phu My 2.2 gas - fired power plant (700MW) project on the basis of a concession / BOT - type structure, including development, financing and construction.

It's providing practice groups more latitude in several aspects of the firm including fee structure.

Whole practice groups will splinter off, starting firms of their own as they seek refuge in smaller organizations with lower cost structures.

Previously a partner in the investment funds group at Ashurst, Jeremy's practice includes advising on the structuring and formation of private investment funds across the alternative asset classes (private equity / venture capital, debt, real estate and infrastructure).

Possible topics about pedagogy include: • Structuring statutory drafting courses • Simulation courses designed using mock legislatures or committees • Course linkages with real - world legislators and special interest organizations • Service learning or clinical opportunities for law students • Courses focused on law reform efforts • How to employ Plain - English principles in statutory and rule drafting • Theoretical perspectives on statutory drafting • Involving political realities in law school drafting courses • Teaching practical aspects of drafting that addresses theories and principles of statutory interpretation and construction Possible topics about practice include: • Unique challenges of drafting laws and / or regulations in specific areas such as criminal law, environmental, health law, etc. • Lawyering for non-profits, federal and state agencies, local governments, and other clients in frequent need of rule - drafting • Practicing in employment law, health law, environmental law, and other heavily regulated fields where private clients require rule and policy drafting • Non-legal drafting opportunities, such as sports league rules, industry trade group policies, and university rules Possible topics about politics include: • Political influences affecting legislative drafting • Direct democracy and the unique challenges of drafting initiatives and referenda • The implications of special interests driving drafting decisions • Polictics and its influence on legislative history • Lobbyists as legislative drafters.

The Group Practice structure enables two or more law practices to collaborate as freestanding law practices with the benefits of co-branding, and sharing of office premises, resources and client information.

About Blog The Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch is published by Cleary Gottlieb's M&A and Corporate Governance practice groups to provide updates and insights on M&A and corporate governance matters, including developments in shareholder activism, corporate law and deal structuring as well as trends in the drafting of M&A agreements.

With one of the largest political law firm practices, Perkins Coie represents numerous affiliated and multi-organizational structures such as those connected to PACS and progressive and nonpartisan issue groups.

Led by developer Greg Colvin and the Ethereum Foundation's Jamie Pitts, the Fellowship of Ethereum Magicians hopes to provide a structured working group where ethereum coders can coordinate in line with existing best practices for open - source development.