Get to Know Attorney Michael O’Connor

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Michael O’Connor recently joined RIW as an associate in the Trusts & Estates Group. His practice includes estate planning, estate administration, trust administration, and estate tax returns. Why did you become a lawyer?  I always knew I liked to write and present an argument, so I have always considered going to law school. But, because…

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Boston’s Future Leaders Program Q&A with Adam Gutbezahl

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With back-to-school season in full swing, we caught up with RIW attorney Adam Gutbezahl to hear how his first six months with Boston’s Future Leaders Program have been going. A partnership between Harvard Business School and the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, Boston’s Future Leaders (BFL) program stands out as an initiative uniquely designed to…

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Kimberly Alley Named 2024 Top Woman of Law by MALW

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Ruberto, Israel & Weiner is thrilled to announce that shareholder Kimberly Alley has been named a 2024 Top Woman of Law by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. With almost 30 years in practice and a passion for civic involvement, Kim is a force in the courtroom and her community. She regularly mentors new associates, summer interns, and other less…

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POSTED IN: Litigation, News

New Episode of Transaction Talk | Employment Issues for Small Businesses

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Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk featuring Todd Bennett, a litigation attorney at Bennett & Belfort, P.C., specializing in employment law matters for employers and employees. In this episode, Todd discusses the critical issues facing business owners as they navigate relationships between employers and employees. From differentiating between non-competes and solicitation agreements to…

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POSTED IN: Corporate & Business, Employment Law, News

RIW Summer Intern Recap

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As we wrap up the summer at RIW, we want to spotlight the hard work and achievements of our fantastic interns, Suffolk University Law School students Natasha Abrams and Connor Lewis. They arrived enthusiastic and eager to learn and have gained valuable experience over the last few months. Before they head back to the classroom…

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Ruberto, Israel & Weiner Client The Tobin School, Inc. Acquired by Kidco, Ltd.

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RIW is pleased to announce that client Mary Beth Claus Tobin recently sold The Tobin School to Kidco, Ltd. Mary Beth’s first school in Natick, the South Natick Children’s Center, opened in 1985. It was followed by Afterschool, Inc. in 1993 and the Charles River Children’s Center in 1994. In 2004, the schools were renamed…

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POSTED IN: Mergers & Acquisitions, News

New Episode of Transaction Talk | Employee Benefits: What You Should Think About During the M&A Process

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Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk featuring Scott Bostley, the founder and managing partner of Benefit Strategy Partners (BSP), about the critical role of employee benefits in mergers and acquisitions. In this conversation, Scott underscores the significance of employee benefits in the M&A context, not only from a liability perspective but also for…

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POSTED IN: Corporate & Business, Mergers & Acquisitions, News

Best Lawyers® Names Four RIW Attorneys to 2025 List

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The 2025 Best Lawyers in America list is out, and we are thrilled to announce that four RIW attorneys have been recognized! This annual publication selects top lawyers based on a peer review process of their professional ability, ethical standards, and reputation. Congratulations to Bradley Croft (Construction Law and Litigation – Construction), Dan Goldberg (Litigation –…

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New Housing Bill Raises Bar for Abutter Appeals

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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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POSTED IN: Commercial Real Estate, News

New Episode of Transaction Talk | Franchising Part Two

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Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk, where we bring back franchise consultant Greg Mohr to revisit one of our favorite topics: franchising! In this episode, we’ll be defining what a franchise is, the various franchise options that are available in today’s market, and so much more. Transaction Talk is a podcast co-hosted by…

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POSTED IN: Corporate & Business, Franchise Law, News