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.
Jeremy Weltman Named Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Go-To Business Litigation Attorney
Congratulations to RIW shareholder Jeremy Weltman for being named a 2025 Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Go To Business Litigation attorney! With a no-nonsense, direct approach, Jeremy is a practical, results-oriented attorney who prides himself on thinking two steps ahead of his client’s adversaries. Jeremy has adeptly litigated and negotiated disputes for a wide range of clients,…
POSTED IN: Litigation, News
Get to Know Attorney Riley Grinkis Tully
Riley Grinkis Tully recently joined RIW as an associate in the Litigation Group. Her practice includes representing individuals and businesses in various civil matters, including employment, land use and real estate disputes, construction law, and commercial disputes. Why did you become a lawyer? Interestingly enough, I had always expressed interest in becoming a lawyer, likely…
POSTED IN: Litigation, News
RIW President Bradley Croft Quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Article on Prompt Payment Act
RIW President Bradley Croft was recently quoted in a Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly article regarding the Prompt Payment Act. In J.C. Cannistraro, LLC v. Columbia Construction Co., the Superior Court recently reversed an arbitration decision that allowed a party to seek recoupment of payments made under the Prompt Payment Act after failing to comply with the law….
POSTED IN: Articles & Quotes, News
RIW Client Griffin Greenhouse Supplies Acquires the Assets of Waldo & Associates
Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Tewksbury, MA, Griffin Greenhouse Supplies, Inc. is a premier nationwide greenhouse and nursery supplier. The acquisition of Waldo enhances its ability to continue delivering quality products and customer service to the horticultural industry. RIW’s Corporate Department advised Griffin Greenhouse on all aspects of this transaction.
POSTED IN: News
New Episode of Transaction Talk | Cultivating Connections: Building Stronger Communities with SCI
Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk featuring David Crowley, founder of Social Capital Inc. (SCI), to explore how small acts of service can make a big impact. With the tagline “cultivating connections,” SCI’s mission is all about building local connections through leadership programs and volunteer opportunities. Tune in to learn how you can…
POSTED IN: Corporate & Business, Mergers & Acquisitions, News
Client Alert: Two-Year Permit Extension for Real Estate Development Approvals
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…
POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, News
18 RIW Attorneys Named to Boston Magazine’s 2024 Top Lawyers List
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…
POSTED IN: News
New Episode of Transaction Talk | How to Keep Good Books and Records in Your Business
Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk featuring Jeff Starr, General Manager of Supporting Strategies, an outsource-booking, accounting, and operation services provider for small and mid-sized businesses. As we approach the end of Q4, Jeff breaks down why updating your books and records should be a priority and shares essential tips for 2025. We…
POSTED IN: Corporate & Business, News
Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Alcoholic Beverage Licensing: Key Trends and Regulatory Shifts
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…
POSTED IN: Hospitality Practice Group, News