Michael Rosen Named a Real Estate Leading Lawyer by Boston Magazine

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Michael Rosen was named a leading lawyer in real estate law by Boston Magazine. He is a member of the firm’s Executive Committee, and Chair of the firm’s Corporate & Business Department as well as the Commercial Real Estate and Cannabis Groups. Michael represents companies and individuals in the acquisition, development, sale, leasing and financing of complex commercial and residential real…

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POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, Corporate & Business, News

Navigating New Disclosures Under the Corporate Transparency Act

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The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) generated substantial commentary throughout 2023 as businesses and advisors worked to determine compliance and reporting burdens imposed by the Act in advance of its January 1, 2024 effective date. Originally passed in 2021, the CTA is the first federal law that requires non-exempt business entities to disclose the identity of…

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Boston Magazine Names Ten RIW Lawyers to its 2023 Top Lawyers List

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Boston Magazine has selected ten RIW attorneys as “Top Lawyers” in the publication’s annual list of the region’s leading lawyers. This prestigious recognition highlights the firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional legal services and its standing in the legal community. Spanning several practice areas and industries, the RIW lawyers named to the list include: Kimberly Alley…

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POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, Construction Law, Corporate & Business, Franchise Law, News

Navigating SNDA and Estoppel Certificates: Insights for Tenants and Landlords

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In commercial real estate, the legal instruments that govern leasing and financing relationships are more than just contractual formalities—they are the bedrock of security for all parties involved. For tenants and landlords alike, Subordination, Non-Disturbance and Attornment (SNDA) agreements, alongside Estoppel Certificates, stand as critical defenses against the unpredictability of property markets and financial upheavals….

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Jeremy Weltman to Present Strafford Webinar on Allocating Risk in Real Estate Leases

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On November 21 from 1pm to 2:30 pm EST, shareholder Jeremy Weltman will present a Strafford webinar on “Allocating Risk in Real Estate Leases.” The program will explore risk issues in contractual indemnities, additional insured endorsements and subrogation waivers. Jeremy’s commercial litigation experience includes handling complex commercial and business litigation, employment litigation, Wage Act litigation,…

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POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, Events, Litigation

Jeremy Weltman to Present Strafford Webinar on Commercial Lease Assignments and Subleases in a Volatile Market

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On September 28 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm EDT, shareholder Jeremy Weltman will present a Strafford webinar on “Commercial Lease Assignments and Subleases in a Volatile Market: Key Considerations, Potential Pitfalls.” This CLE webinar will provide key considerations for counsel to landlords and tenants when drafting subleasing and assignment clauses in the master lease which will…

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David Robinson and Eric Sigman to Speak at the National Retail Tenants Association’s Annual Conference

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Shareholders David Robinson and Eric Sigman will be attending and presenting at the National Retail Tenants Association’s Annual Conference in Fort Lauderdale on September 17 to 20. Eric will be presenting a course concerning the best practices for commercial tenants in handling Estoppels and SDNAs. David, a longtime member of the NRTA’s Education Committee, will…

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POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, Employment Law, Events, News

RIW Alert: Voters Say Yes to “Massachusetts Fair Share Amendment,” a.k.a. “Millionaires Tax”… What’s Next?

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Proponents of the so-called “Millionaires Tax” won a hard-fought victory in their effort to enact a progressive state income tax for high earners.  With this new tax slated to become law, taxpayers and their advisors are likely to take a fresh look at what income is subject to Massachusetts state income tax for both residents…

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POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, Corporate & Business, News, Tax Law

Appeals Court Issues Important Clarification of its Recent Prompt Payment Decision

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On June 24, 2022, the Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a revised decision of its recent highly anticipated opinion affirming judgment in favor of RIW’s client, a general contractor, under the Massachusetts Prompt Payment Act (the “Act”). The revision clarified a small, but significant part of the decision regarding whether an owner who has violated the…

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POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, Construction Law, Litigation

RIW Alert: RIW Construction Group Wins Appeal Under Massachusetts Prompt Payment Act

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In a highly anticipated decision, the Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a $5 million judgment in favor of RIW’s general contractor client under a seldom-used law known as the Massachusetts Prompt Payment Act. In November 2020, RIW construction law attorneys Bradley Croft, Kirk McCormick, and Roger Smerage secured summary judgment in Suffolk Superior Court in favor of their client in…

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POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, Construction Law, Litigation