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Earlier this week, we had the pleasure of treating many of our wonderful support staff to lunch in celebration of Administrative Professionals Day—a small way to acknowledge their significant contributions to RIW. Whether keeping operations running smoothly behind the scenes or providing crucial support to attorneys and clients, their dedication, professionalism, and attention to detail are essential to the firm's success. A heartfelt thank you to this outstanding team; we're grateful for all that you do! 🌟

We're excited to announce that Russell Stein has been recognized by Legal 500 in their inaugural Boston City Elite rankings for Mergers & Acquisitions! 🎉 This recognition spotlights standout attorneys doing exceptional work at top regional firms across major U.S. cities. Unlike broader national rankings, the City Elite list focuses on lawyers outside the global megafirms, recognizing those who consistently deliver high-caliber, market-leading work within their regions. Selection is based on rigorous research, including interviews with peers and clients and a close review of recent high-impact matters. Congratulations to Russ on this well-earned recognition—a testament to your skill, leadership, and dedication to excellence in the legal field! #Legal500 #CityElite #MergersandAcquisitions #RIW

Liquor licenses aren’t just valuable to restaurants, they’re valuable to lenders, too. With tighter financing options and rising costs, many restaurateurs are turning to a lesser-known solution: using their liquor license as loan collateral. In Boston, where licenses are limited and high in value, this can be a smart move—but only if it’s done right. Restaurant & Hospitality Practice Group Chair Adam Barnosky explains the legal and procedural steps involved in pledging a liquor license as collateral and why proper compliance with state law and UCC filing requirements is essential. In this piece, Adam covers: ➡️ Why liquor licenses are increasingly used as loan collateral ➡️ The legal authority for a “pledge of license” in Massachusetts ➡️ Key steps to perfect a security interest — including ABCC and UCC requirements ➡️ How to mitigate risks like license revocation or loan default Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4jbnPBp. RIW's Restaurant & Hospitality Group offers strategic legal guidance tailored to the industry’s unique challenges, including permitting/licensing, commercial leasing, employment law, litigation, and dispute resolution. Learn more about our scope and services at: https://lnkd.in/ef_HmuqF. #RestaurantLaw #HospitalityIndustry #LiquorLicenses #Boston #RIW

The team at RIW is cheering on our very own Kimberly Alley as she tackles her fifth consecutive Boston Marathon on Monday! 🏃♀️ Kim is raising money for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and hopes to crush a lifetime fundraising goal of $150,000 this year. You can learn more about her motivation and running journey here: https://bit.ly/3GacCCw. Good luck to Kim and all of the runners on Patriots Day! #BostonMarathon2025 

As someone who regularly advises franchise and restaurant & hospitality clients, Eric Sigman sees firsthand how complex franchise leases can be. Franchisees are often surprised to learn that signing the franchise agreement is just the beginning — selecting a location and negotiating a lease that satisfies both the landlord and the franchisor can be one of the most challenging parts of launching a business. In his latest article, Eric dives into the critical (and often overlooked) issues that arise in these three-way lease negotiations, including: ➡️ Assignment and transfer rights ➡️ Franchisor step-in and cure provisions ➡️ Radius restrictions and territorial conflicts This is a must-read for franchisees, franchisors, landlords, brokers, or anyone navigating site selection and lease negotiations in a franchise context. Check out the full article here: https://bit.ly/42UJDdN. RIW's Franchise Practice Group helps clients launch, grow, and protect their franchise systems. Learn more about our scope and services at https://lnkd.in/ewPJXkuQ. #FranchiseLaw #RestaurantandHospitality #RetailLeasing #Franchising #RIW

We're thrilled to welcome Lauren Haskins to the RIW team as the newest member of our Litigation Department! 🎉 Lauren represents companies and individuals primarily in the areas of commercial employment litigation and employment law, and you can learn more about her here: https://bit.ly/4cCLHeU.

Tomorrow at 10am EST! Join RIW's Employment Group Chair David Robinson and others for a Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly webinar covering everything you need to know about the new Pay Transparency Act. 🎟️: https://bit.ly/4kWktn4 #Massachusetts #PayTransparency #MALW #EmploymentLaw #RIW

We’re thrilled to welcome Miguel Velazquez to the RIW team as our newest paralegal! 🎉 Miguel will be supporting the firm's Banking, Finance & Lending Department, and you can learn more about him here: https://bit.ly/4iWWOl3.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how businesses operate, but do you know how to use it responsibly? On the most recent episode of Transaction Talk, hosts Eric Sigman and Jennifer Fox, CBI are joined by attorney Adam Gutbezahl, an AI thought leader in the legal field. Adam breaks down how AI tools, especially Large Language Models (LLMs), are being used in business and the potential legal risks they pose. In their conversation, Adam covers: 🤖 How AI is already integrated into our daily lives, from autocorrect to ChatGPT. 🤖 What companies can do to navigate the AI landscape safely 🤖 How to instruct Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT for optimal results. 🤖 Why every business needs an AI policy and how leaders can ensure responsible usage. 🤖 The importance of hiring a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and how they can help guide your AI strategy. Whether you're excited about AI's potential or cautious about its risks, this episode equips you with the knowledge you need to navigate the AI landscape confidently and responsibly. Listen to the full episode here or wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/4cmoLQF. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #TransactionTalk #RIW

The RIW team had a great time at the Boston Bar Foundation's John & Abigail Adams Benefit at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston last weekend✨ We’re proud to sponsor and actively support the BBF’s vital work advancing access to justice, fostering innovation in legal services, and promoting impactful pro bono and public service projects. Already looking forward to next year’s event! #BBA #BBF #RIW