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Miss the Notice, Extend the Lease: Court Enforces Automatic Renewal Terms

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In Innovation Pharmaceuticals Inc. v. Cummings Properties, the question before the Appeals Court was whether the plaintiff, Innovation Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“IPI”), provided sufficient notice to its landlord, defendant...more

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Public by History: SJC Holds Formal Records Aren't Always Required

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In Town of Concord v. Rasmussen, the Town of Concord (the “Town”) initiated an action against several landowners abutting a road known as Estabrook Road, seeking a declaration that the public had access and use rights to the...more

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Speculation Won't Suffice: SJC Draws a Firm Line on Zoning Standing

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In Stone v. Zoning Board of Appeals of Northborough (“Stone”), plaintiffs residing across the street from a proposed 20,000 square foot warehouse appealed a decision by the Northborough Zoning Board of Appeals (the “Board”)...more

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New Development Corporation to Drive Transformation of Oxford Street

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A new development corporation established by the Mayor of London to support the transformation and pedestrianisation of Oxford Street took affect from 1 January 2026. With the MDC expected to be given planning powers, in this...more

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Unlocking the UPREIT Structure: A Comprehensive Guide to LTIP Units as Currency for Incentive Equity Awards

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The umbrella partnership real estate investment trust (“UPREIT”) structure, a cornerstone of the modern REIT industry, provides REITs with powerful tools for both property acquisitions and executive compensation. ...more

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Lien and Bond Claims in February 2026: Dates to Remember

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Use this guide as a reference when filing lien and bond claim notices for the month of February. Be sure to subscribe to the Texas Construction Law Blog to automatically receive our monthly lien and bond guides, as well as...more

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KSA Real Estate legal landscape

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Saudi Arabia maintained strict restrictions on foreign ownership of real estate. Non-Saudis were generally prohibited from owning property, with only limited exceptions for diplomatic missions and indirect ownership through...more

Polsinelli

IRS Signals Continued Enforcement With New Conservation Easement Settlement Offer

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The Internal Revenue Service has announced plans to roll out a new settlement initiative aimed at reducing the significant backlog of conservation easement cases currently pending before the U.S. Tax Court and the examination...more

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NYSDEC Finalizes Important Amendments to Its Brownfield and Superfund Regulations

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On December 31, 2025, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) finalized important amendments to the regulations that implement its remedial programs, including the Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP)...more

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Delaware Real Estate Closings: Why Delaware Attorneys Are Always Required

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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

Ropes & Gray LLP

Key Negotiation Points for Back-Leverage Structures

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This third instalment of our five-part series offering insights into CRE back-leverage examines the terms most frequently negotiated when documenting back-leverage transactions in Europe....more

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Investment Manager Consolidation in Real Estate: Trends, Drivers, and Considerations

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Consolidation among real estate investment managers has long been a feature of the market. What distinguishes the current landscape is the breadth of market participants and range of strategic objectives and deal structures...more

McGuireWoods LLP

Fairfax County Proposes New Economic Incentive Program

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Fairfax County unveiled a proposed Revitalization and Redevelopment Economic Incentive Program (RREIP), which, among other incentives, will allow up to a 10-year real estate tax abatement for certain projects. The new program...more

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New 2026 Minimum Standard Detail Requirements for Land Title Surveys

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The American Land Title Association (“ALTA”) and National Society of Professional Surveyors (“NSPS”) recently further updated the 2021 Minimum Standard Detail Requirements, which represents the benchmark of professional...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Proposed revisions to the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act: Key developments and implications

On December 29, 2025, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Notice) seeking public comment on potential revisions to the regulations implementing the Agricultural Foreign...more

Womble Bond Dickinson

Navigating Cambridge’s Building-Sector Energy and Emissions Requirements

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The City of Cambridge, Mass., is beginning to implement its Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance (BEUDO). The law seeks to drive substantial building-sector greenhouse gas reductions, which Cambridge identifies as...more

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Texas Real Estate: A Strategic Entry Point for Mexican Investors

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Texas continues to stand out as one of the most attractive U.S. real estate markets for Mexican investors seeking scale, stability, and long-term value. With its strong economic fundamentals, business-friendly legal...more

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Minnesota Attorney General Sues Nonprofit and President for Alleged Governance Violations

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On January 6, Minnesota Attorney General (AG) Keith Ellison filed a lawsuit against the Minnesota nonprofit corporation Act for Cause (AFC) and its president, Rajesh Mehta. While the stated mission of AFC was to help needy...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Locking in the Lease: Key Considerations for Tenant Estoppel Certificates

Tenant estoppel certificates play a critical role in commercial real estate transactions by providing purchasers and lenders with direct confirmation from tenants regarding key lease terms. In many respects, estoppels operate...more

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Shareholder Activism in the Public REIT Sector: A Lookback at 2025 and What to Expect for 2026

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Shareholder activism in the public real estate investment trust (REIT) sector has accelerated in recent years, with over 100 public campaigns and related engagements launched since 2020. As M&A markets regain momentum and...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Tenant Estoppel Certificates: Understanding Their Role in Real Estate Transactions

Introduction - Tenant estoppel certificates play a critical role in real estate transactions. Whether you are a purchaser, lender or tenant, you have likely encountered these documents. This bulletin highlights four...more

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2025: A Year In Retrospect - UK Restructuring

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A year ago we were poised for turbulence, cautious of the effect the new US administration, ongoing transformation of post-pandemic consumer behaviours, and conflicts in Europe and the Middle East might have on global...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Energy & Climate Counsel

Data Center Deployment in Maine: Challenges, Policy and Development Updates, and Permitting Considerations

Currently, data center capacity in the United States is concentrated in northern Virginia and in several large cities throughout the country, but continued demand for additional data center capacity may encourage developers...more

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US Tariffs and the Hospitality Industry: Their Impact and What to Watch Next

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Since the Trump Administration’s tariff actions began in February 2025, the US hospitality industry has weathered the resulting uncertainty and shown resilience. The industry’s fundamentals remain broadly stable: deals are...more

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Determining ‘Termination’: Calculating Lease Rejection Damages in Bankruptcy

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Bankruptcy law provides special treatment for landlord claims arising from termination of a lease, using a calculation set forth in Section 502(b)(6) of the Bankruptcy Code. The starting point for the calculation is to...more

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