On November 1, 2009, DurretteBradshaw, PLC will welcome  Bruce Arkema and Kevin Funk, currently with Cantor Arkema, as a Shareholder/Director and Principal, respectively.  They will practice primarily in the areas of business and commercial litigation with particular emphasis on construction law, bankruptcy, petroleum distribution law, and equitable distribution of marital assets.  Bruce and Kevin will provide DurretteBradshaw with additional strength in its core practice areas.  With their superb reputations and existing client base, they will add enormously to our Firm and we are excited about the opportunities their addition to the Firm will provide.