A 1031 Exchange is a valuable tool for real estate investors to defer capital gains tax when investment property is sold, provided the proceeds are reinvested in replacement property....more
3/19/2026
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In sophisticated commercial real estate and other finance transactions, bankruptcy risk is not an abstract concern; it is a central underwriting consideration....more
2/18/2026
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Contrary to just about every jurisdiction in the country, all real estate settlements for real property located within the State of Delaware must be performed by a Delaware-licensed attorney....more
1/15/2026
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As the year comes to a close and businesses prepare to wrap up 2025, there’s one critical task that should not be overlooked — a comprehensive legal check-up. Just as we schedule annual physicals to safeguard our personal...more
12/17/2025
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In commercial transactions, legal opinions often serve as both a risk-allocation device and a due diligence tool. Among the states, Delaware occupies a special place in opinion practice because of its role as the preferred...more
11/20/2025
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Why is the majority of Fortune 500 companies incorporated in the state of Delaware? Why are more than 75% of all new initial public offerings in the United States done by companies incorporated in Delaware? Why is Delaware...more
10/21/2025
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