Ann E Ryan

Ann E Ryan

December 14, 2021 | New York Law Journal

Leasing After COVID, Part III: Early Termination Provisions

The challenges and uncertainties faced by many commercial tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic have led parties to spend more time and attention on lease provisions relating to termination. In Part 3 of their series "Leasing After COVID," Ann Ryan and Adrienne Koch examine two types of termination provisions that have received particular attention in recent months: co-tenancy and gross sales "kick-out" provisions.

By Ann E. Ryan and Adrienne B. Koch

8 minute read

September 07, 2021 | New York Law Journal

Leasing After COVID, Part II: Tenant Security

The pandemic has highlighted vulnerabilities in two of the most popular forms of tenant security—guaranties and security deposits. In Part 2 of their series "Leasing After COVID," Ann Ryan and Adrienne Koch examine the impact of the pandemic on each of those types of security and offer some suggestions for landlords going forward.

By Ann E. Ryan and Adrienne B. Koch

8 minute read

June 08, 2021 | New York Law Journal

Leasing After COVID, Part 1: Casualty Provisions Then and Now

In their new Commercial Leasing column, Ann Ryan and Adrienne Koch begin a three-part series discussing the state of commercial lease negotiations today as opposed to the pre-COVID days. This article's focus is on casualty provisions.

By Ann E. Ryan and Adrienne B. Koch

8 minute read