Recent Legal News & Firm Updates

Two significant regulatory developments, one federal and one state, signal a period of meaningful change for the cannabis industry. At the federal level, on December 18th, President Trump issued an executive order directing federal agencies to expedite the rescheduling of cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). While the…

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Recognized for its energy and diversity, Boston’s M&A market stands out as one of the most active in the world. Joining Eric and Jennifer on the show today is senior broker Jonathan Zsittnik from Transworld Boston. With over 15 years of experience completing successful transactions, from small business sales to large mergers and acquisitions, Jonathan…

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RIW’s Adam Gutbezahl was recently quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on the Appeals Court’s decision in Filzer v. Pitsick. The case arose from a dispute between a Newton home builder and abutters after zoning permits were revoked. Although the parties reached a settlement while the matter was pending in Land Court, they failed to inform…

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Hot off the press! In December’s issue of the ChatAdamG newsletter, Adam Gutbezahl highlights the latest employment-related AI news, including: The growing legal battles around AI copyright and federal vs. state regulation What employers should be thinking about as AI-powered glasses hit the market A fascinating new study on whether chatbots tell you what’s true,…

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Congratulations to RIW client Egeria on the recent recapitalization of its Newbury Street and South Boston portfolios with financing from Florence Bank arranged by Goedecke & Co., LLC. It was a pleasure working with the Egeria team, as well as Michael Lindsay at Goedecke & Co., Ryan Hess at Florence Bank, and Michael Fenton and…

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Congratulations to RIW client Mai Luo and 133 Federal LLC on the acquisition of 133 Federal Street, a 127,522 SF historic office tower in the heart of Boston’s Financial District. Designed by renowned architect Paul Rudolph, this Brutalist landmark offers exceptional access to South Station, the T, and countless city amenities, positioning it as a highly desirable destination…

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Congratulations to Michael Rosen on being featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Ones to Watch: Industry Leaders in Commercial Real Estate list! This recognition highlights senior executives and department heads whose leadership, innovation, and vision are shaping the future of New England’s commercial real estate industry. Michael is a trusted advisor in RIW’s…

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Since covering the passage of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 138, Section 12D in September, the Boston Licensing Board (the “Board”) has now clarified one of the most important elements of Section 12D. Businesses that upgrade from a Wine and Malt Beverage License to a Non-Transferrable All Alcoholic Beverages License retain the underlying beer and wine…

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Boston Magazine has released its annual list of the region’s leading lawyers and 18 RIW attorneys have been recognized. The peer-nominated list provides readers with a valuable resource for finding the best lawyers in the Greater Boston area. Each attorney’s inclusion reflects their individual excellence, collaborative spirit, and dedication to client success, which define our entire…

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Adam Savino recently joined the firm as a paralegal supporting the firm’s Commercial Real Estate Group, Corporate & Business Department, and Banking, Finance & Lending Department. Why did you become a paralegal? I have always had a strong interest in real estate. Working as a paralegal allows me to work in real estate while still enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Tell…

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