The transfer of an alcoholic beverages license from one party to another is a routine part of retail, restaurant, and hotel transactions. While parties often rely on governmental approvals as the benchmark for closing on a license transaction, such licensing approvals do not necessarily mean the license is free from financial liabilities, which could impact…
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Hot off the press: the latest issue of The Industry is here! Our Restaurant & Hospitality team has curated another can’t-miss edition, filled with practical guidance, industry updates, and inspiration for anyone working in (or just interested in!) the food and beverage industry. This quarter’s issue covers everything from legal know-how to consumer trends and…
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On May 19th RIW celebrated its 31st annual Restaurant Trends with a cocktail party at SPIN Boston! As the firm’s signature springtime event, Restaurant Trends has taken many forms over the past 30+ years; its presentation has evolved, the format has shifted, and the look and feel have changed with the times. But one thing…
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Hot off the press: the latest issue of The Industry is here! Our Restaurant & Hospitality Group has put together another value-packed edition, covering key legal insights and trends to help you navigate the hospitality industry. In this issue, we’re diving into: Franchise Leasing: Whether you’re a franchisor, franchisee, or landlord, Eric Sigman outlines what…
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In recent years, high interest rates, inflation, and changing consumer trends have resulted in a tightening of financing options available for restaurants. Lenders often require various forms of collateral for restaurant financing, particularly in assets that hold strong market value and can be resold in case of a borrower default. One increasingly popular solution for restaurateurs…
RIW client Tavern in the Square was recently acquired by Authentic Restaurant Brands, a platform of leading regional restaurant brands. Tavern in the Square is a beloved New England mainstay, and this deal marks the next exciting step in its over twenty-year history. Corporate Department attorneys Bethany Grazio, Gary Bubb, David Musen, and Colby Trace…
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Chair of RIW’s Restaurant & Hospitality Group, Adam Barnosky, will be a judge at the Massachusetts Restaurant Association Education Foundation’s 2025 Massachusetts ProStart Student Invitational later this month. Each year, the MRAEF hosts the ProStart Invitational, which allows schools to compete in culinary and/or management competitions. The judging panel is comprised of industry experts who…
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Congratulations to our client Rachel Miller, chef and owner of Nightshade Noodle Bar in Lynn, MA, for being named a 2025 James Beard Awards Semifinalist in the Best Chef: Northeast category. This is Rachel’s second consecutive year recognized in this category and the third year in a row that the James Beard Awards have nominated…
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RIW’s Year in Review issue of The Industry is now live! Click here for client highlights and updates from our Restaurant & Hospitality Group, including awards, event recaps, and the most-read articles of 2024.
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National operators face continuing challenges with alcoholic beverage licensing and compliance, predominantly due to the inherent complexity of adhering to a diverse array of liquor control regulations across the United States. Each state, and often municipalities within them, have their own rules for obtaining and maintaining licenses, covering everything from hours of sale to employee…
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