Recent Legal News & Firm Updates

Beginning November 1, 2025, real estate closing attorneys, escrow agents, title agents, and any others who serve as settlement agents in connection with Massachusetts real estate transactions will be responsible for implementing new Massachusetts state tax withholding requirements. The Massachusetts Department of Revenue recently enacted 830 CMR 62B.2.4, which requires settlement agents to withhold and…

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Congratulations to RIW client Elephantine Bakery on the opening of their new location in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood! This marks the second spot for the beloved bakery, joining their flagship on the New Hampshire Seacoast. Elephantine is known for its pastries, breads, and decadent cakes, made with French technique and Mediterranean influence. They’re open Monday…

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Congratulations to RIW’s Meghan E. Hall on being featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Women in Commercial Real Estate spotlight! Meghan is a trusted advisor to developers, investors, and business owners across the region, and her recognition is a testament to the significant impact she’s making in New England’s commercial real estate industry….

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Congratulations to RIW client Viridi Wireless, along with co-applicant AT&T and their counsel Ed Pare, on successfully obtaining a Special Permit and Variance to construct a monopole telecommunications facility in Greenfield, MA. Viridi Wireless specializes in tower infrastructure solutions for rural markets, serving both U.S. and Canadian operators. With extensive experience building, operating, and maintaining…

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RIW client The Mount Vernon Company recently acquired the historic John Carver Inn & Spa in Plymouth, MA. This beloved 80-room hotel, located steps from Plymouth Rock and the Mayflower II, is the latest addition to Mount Vernon’s growing hospitality portfolio and marks another bold step in their vision-driven approach to real estate. Known for…

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RIW client Cypress Realty Group recently acquired 1 Derby Street in Hingham, MA. Located in a high-traffic, high-visibility corridor of the South Shore, this 18,000 s/f retail and office building is well-positioned for continued success under Cypress’s ownership. RIW’s Adam Barnosky, Michael Rosen, Cara DeLucia, Eric Shediac, and Michael Cronin handled all aspects of this…

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Michael Cronin has been named a 2025 New England Real Estate Journal Ones to Watch – Rising Star. The list highlights young professionals in the commercial real estate industry who have made significant impacts through successful transactions, community involvement, and leadership roles early in their careers. Read Michael’s spotlight and view the full list here.

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On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, Governor Maura Healey signed a nearly $4 Billion economic development bill into law. Tucked into this legislation was a small gift for the real estate development industry in the form of a two-year extension for all pending development permits and approvals. Many projects have stalled following COVID-19 and a record…

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On August 6, 2024, Governor Maura Healy signed H. 4977, entitled the Affordable Homes Act, which builds on recent legislation intended to address the state’s housing crisis. In addition to funding affordable housing developments throughout the state and paving the way for the creation of accessory dwelling units, this most recent legislation makes critical amendments…

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Ruberto, Israel & Weiner is pleased to announce that client UFP Technologies recently acquired Welch Fluorocarbon, Inc., a New Hampshire-based company that provides thermoformed components to the medical device industry. UFP Technologies designs and manufactures products primarily for use in medical devices and sterile packaging, as well as for the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. The…

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