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New York Law Journal

The Power of the Trifecta: Parsing the Meaning of Mentors, Sponsors and Networks for the Millennial Lawyer

Sheryl Sandberg's story was aspirational but not inspirational, because it didn't feel replicable. The trifecta approach, however, is not just replicable—it gives young lawyers something to actually work towards, rather than wish for.
9 minute read

New York Law Journal

Does Local Law 50 Enact an Unconstitutional Taking?

In their Hospitality Litigation column, Todd Soloway and William Charron discuss Local Law 50 which bans conversion of more than 20 percent of rooms in hotels with over 150 rooms. They argue the law "holds large hotel owners hostage, and imposes restrictions on their ability to put hotel properties to their highest and best use," and examine how this may violate the Federal and New York State constitutions.
11 minute read

New York Law Journal

A Review of 'Rodriguez v. City of New York'

In their New York Court of Appeals Roundup, Lynn K. Neuner and William T. Russell Jr. discuss a fascinating 4-3 split decision in which the Court of Appeals has tackled what one judge has called “a vexing issue regarding comparative fault”—namely, whether a tort plaintiff must establish that there are no material disputed facts about whether he or she was comparatively negligent in order to prevail on a motion for partial summary judgment as to a defendant's liability.
8 minute read

New York Law Journal

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act—How It Affects Real Estate (Part II)

Real Estate Securities columnist Peter M. Fass continues his discussion of changes affecting real estate including the pass-through business deduction adopted in new §199A of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
11 minute read

New York Law Journal

Crypto Industry Sweep: ICOs Under Increasing Scrutiny by U.S. Regulators

Regulators are now taking a more active role in investigating not just ICOs but also the companies developing funds or other investment vehicles focused on cryptocurrencies or ICOs.
12 minute read

New York Law Journal

Realty Law Digest

Scott E. Mollen, a partner at Herrick, Feinstein and an adjunct professor at St. John's University School of Law discusses “Emigrant Bank v. Rosabianca,” where the court found no meritorious defense to a foreclosure action.
17 minute read

New York Law Journal

Client Poaching or 'Blatant Money Grab' in Flint Water Cases?

Hopefully, the court will quickly resolve the competitive tensions between interim co-class counsel and co-liaison counsel so that the affected residents of Flint may have unified and vigorous representation.
7 minute read

New York Law Journal

Copyright Law in the Age of Twitter

In her Internet Issues/Social Media column, Shari Claire Lewis writes: A recent decision by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York involving Twitter may have significant implications for online publications and, ultimately, for how people view the news.
9 minute read

New York Law Journal

Enforcement of Settlement Agreements—A Case in Point

In their Southern District Civil Practice Roundup, Edward M. Spiro and Judith L. Mogul discuss Judge Pauley's detailed and thorough analysis in 'United States v. Prevezon Holdings', which provides valuable insights for counsel negotiating and seeking to enforce settlement agreements.
10 minute read

New York Law Journal

The ATA: Some Sense Brought Back Into the Mix

The Second Circuit's decision in 'Linde v. Arab Bank' has reintroduced some much needed discipline into the application of the Anti-Terrorism Act.
8 minute read

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