Real Estate + Development

Overview

Robinson+Cole's real estate practice encompasses a spectrum of real estate transactional and related matters. We represent a range of clients, including multinational corporations; institutional, public, and private lenders; retailers; state agencies; bonding authorities; schools; commercial and multifamily developers; health care institutions; hotel chains; and manufacturers.

Our Services

We have a robust general real estate practice that includes these areas:

  • project development, re-development and entitlements
  • financing
  • conveyancing
  • commercial leasing
  • land use and Fair Housing Act litigation

Our Real Estate + Development Group lawyers have a keen understanding of complex transactions, ventures, and matters that include the following:

  • tax-advantaged transactions
  • public/private ventures
  • waterfront development
  • municipal tax lien sales
  • affordable housing
  • sale-leaseback transactions
  • common interest communities
  • telecommunications matters

Nationally, our team of real estate lawyers commonly handles the following types of transactions and matters:

Acquisition and Sales on Behalf of Purchasers and Sellers of All Asset Classes

  • vacant land
  • improved commercial and industrial properties
  • health care facilities
  • multifamily housing complexes

Leasing and Subleasing on Behalf of Landlords and Tenants of All Asset Classes

  • office and retail space
  • warehouse and distribution facilities
  • restaurants
  • industrial and manufacturing facilities
  • brokerage matters on behalf of landlords, tenants, and brokers, including commission and agency agreements and commission claims
  • cable television and telecommunications licensing on behalf of landlords and tenants in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings

Development of Commercial and Industrial Properties and Multifamily Housing Complexes

  • drafting and negotiating construction contracts on behalf of property owners, landlords, and tenants
  • handling zoning and land use matters, from the acquisition and planning phases through the operation of commercial, retail, industrial, master-planned residential, and mixed-use facilities

Real Estate Finance on Behalf of Lenders and Borrowers

  • acquisition, development, and construction loans
  • permanent commercial mortgage loans
  • mezzanine and conduit loans
  • creditors' rights, workouts, restructuring of loans, and mortgage banking issues

Environmental Matters

  • brownfield development
  • due diligence reviews
  • negotiation of risk allocation and transfer mechanisms
  • green building and lease issues
  • environmental cleanups

Our Team

Robinson+Cole's real estate lawyers are active participants in national and local legal associations and real estate trade groups. We also regularly speak and write on real estate topics. In addition, we have assumed leadership roles in these organizations:

  • American College of Real Estate Lawyers
  • American College or Mortgage Attorneys
  • CoreNet
  • International Council of Shopping Centers (NAIOP)
  • Counselors of Real Estate
  • Real Estate Finance Association
    • Experience
      • Real Estate

      • Represented developer in the assemblage and development of Adriaen's Landing in Hartford, Connecticut, and in closing the financings of multiple phases. The parcel of land used for the Adriaen's Landing redevelopment is under state jurisdiction and required the collaboration of multiple state agencies and multiple ground leases.

      • Represented a private financial/holdings company in connection with the disposition or redevelopment of property located in Norwalk, Connecticut. This representation included advice on local regulatory matters and a review of the permitting necessary for redevelopment.

      • Represented United Technologies Corporation subsidiaries for acquisitions and dispositions on a national basis, including the purchase of a manufacturing and distribution facility in South Carolina; the sale of a manufacturing plant in Connecticut; the disposition and acquisition of commercial real estate located in California, Kansas, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Virginia; and assistance in complying with applicable Connecticut Transfer Act obligations in connection with a sale. 

      • Represented Rhode Island fire district in dispute with abutting property owner over access and development issues along dune. Successfully argued that abutting owner did not have rights across client's property.

      • Real Estate Finance

      • Represented Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac lenders in originating in excess of $1 billion of  Fannie Mae MBS Loans and Freddie Mac CME loans on a national basis. 

      • Represented national bank in originating in excess of $1 billion annually of construction and rehabilitation loans for multifamily and mixed-use properties on a national basis.

      • Represented national bank in connection with a $71 million construction loan to finance the conversion of nationally landmarked office building in Newark, New Jersey into a mixed used property with market rate and affordable rental housing, commercial and retail components. The financing structure included conventional bank debt, tax exempt financing provided by the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, Freddie Mac permanent financing and various tax credit and tax incentive programs.

      • Represented the Connecticut Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) in providing low-interest loans and equity investments for two downtown apartment developments in Hartford, Connecticut.

      • Represented national lender providing a $31 million construction loan to finance the acquisition and rehabilitation of 190 units of multifamily low-income housing in a suburb of Boston, Massachusetts. The loan structure involved a tax-exempt bond financing as well as multiple sources of subordinate financing from the state and local government. Additionally, the project involved negotiating complex zoning and permitting issues related to the property's preexisting nonconforming zoning status.

      • Represented a national bank providing a $17 million construction loan to a national developer of affordable housing for the rehabilitation of a two-building rental project containing 118 units in Lowell, Massachusetts. The project development financing included federal low-income tax credits through the construction lender's equity division, and the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency provided the permanent bond financing.

      • Affordable Housing

      • Represented one of Connecticut's prominent trusts whose focus is to end homelessness both in Connecticut and nationally in a joint venture with a national developer to rehabilitate the trust's two buildings in Hartford, which contain 115 affordable housing units leased to formerly homeless residents.

      • Represented a regional affordable housing developer in connection with the rehabilitation of a former historic office building in Hartford, Connecticut, into a two-unit condominium, one of which will be the retail condominium and the other to be a condominium containing 63 units of rental affordable housing financed by a national lender with federal low-income tax credit equity, historic tax credits, and funds from the Connecticut Capital Regional Development.

      • Represented a regional affordable housing developer in connection with the construction of 72 units of senior housing in three buildings in Brookfield, Connecticut, financed by a bank debt, federal low-income tax credits and subsidy from the Connecticut Competitive Housing Association for Multifamily Properties.

      • Represented a regional affordable housing developer in connection with the rehabilitation of a former mill in East Hampton, Massachusetts, to be financed by a regional lender together with federal, state, and historic tax credits and subsidy funds from the City of East Hampton CPA Grant, the Massachusetts Housing Partnership, and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The building will contain 50 units of affordable housing.

      • Real Estate + Development

      • Represented national retailer in support of development of new retail store as part of a master planned development with multiple landowners. Drafted and negotiated a complex reciprocal easement agreement for access, drainage, and utilities in connection with an internal drive that crosses multiple properties with multiple owners. Drafted and negotiated construction agreement and related temporary easements and development restrictions in connection with internal driveway and separate commercial developments within the master plan area.

      • Other Experiences

      • Represents Charter Communications in the acquisition of its 400,000 square foot office tower for use as its us corporate headquarters and redevelopment of two new office towers for its future headquarters.

      • Representation of a public REIT in the development of a ground-up, transit-oriented development and office tower.

      • Represented Priceline.com in the lease of it 140,000 square-foot headquarters and 50,000 square-foot data center. 

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    • News
      • May 18, 2023

        Austin Provost Featured in New York Real Estate Journal’s “2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars Spotlight"

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      • April 13, 2023

        Matt Lawlor Selected to Serve on Mayor Wu’s Advisory Committee on Affordable Housing

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      • January 18, 2023

        Amanda Eckhoff Reappointed to REFA Board of Directors

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      • December 13, 2022

        Boston Magazine Names Six R+C Lawyers as Top Lawyers 2022

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      • November 3, 2022

        Robinson+Cole Receives 43 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Four National Rankings in Latest U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”

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      • October 14, 2022

        Michele Maresca Featured in New England Real Estate Journal’s 2022 Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight

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      • September 14, 2022

        Candace Cunningham Writes on Revisions and Updates in ALTA 2021 Loan Policies of Title Insurance

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      • September 8, 2022

        Matt Lawlor Elected to Boston Bar Association Council

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      • August 18, 2022

        74 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2023

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      • July 8, 2022

        Marty Onorato Re-Elected to CBC Board of Directors

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      • July 8, 2022

        Francesco Mioli Appointed to CBA Building Committee

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      • June 1, 2022

        2022 Chambers USA Recognizes 19 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 10 Practice Areas

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      • March 4, 2022

        Evan Seeman Authors APA Article on CT Supreme Court Ruling on Zoning Enabling Act

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      • February 8, 2022

        Evan Seeman Authors "CCAPA Program Updates" Column in Connecticut Planning Quarterly Magazine

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      • November 29, 2021

        Kendra Berardi Featured in Law360 Pulse As She Takes the Reins of the Real Estate Bar Association of Massachusetts

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      • November 4, 2021

        Robinson+Cole Receives 40 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Four National Rankings in Latest U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”

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      • October 25, 2021

        Roger Peters and Rickie Sonpal Recognized As Rhode Island "Go To Lawyers"

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      • October 14, 2021

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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      • September 27, 2021

        Candace Cunningham and Deirdre Robinson Featured in New England Real Estate Journal’s 2021 Women in Real Estate Spotlight

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      • August 19, 2021

        65 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022

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      • July 14, 2021

        Andrew DePeau, Tom Donlon and Evan Seeman Present at CBA's 2021 Connecticut Legal Conference

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      • July 7, 2021

        Amanda Eckhoff Recognized as Commercial Real Estate "Go To Lawyer" by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

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      • May 24, 2021

        Chambers USA Recognizes 19 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 10 Practice Areas

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      • March 26, 2021

        Steve Elbaum, Frank Eucalitto and Chuck Martin Among “300 Top Lawyers in Fairfield County”

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      • March 12, 2021

        New Real Estate Partner, Deirdre Robinson, Featured in Law360Pulse

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      • March 8, 2021

        Robinson+Cole Continues Growth in Boston with Addition of Real Estate Partner Deirdre M. Robinson

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      • January 22, 2021

        Kendra Berardi Elected President-elect of Real Estate Bar Association

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      • November 6, 2020

        Robinson+Cole Receives 36 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Four National Rankings in Latest U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”

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      • October 15, 2020

        47 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in Super Lawyers®

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      • October 1, 2020

        Michele Maresca Authors Article on Government Programs Available to Aid Distressed CRE Firms Published on GlobeSt.com

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      • August 20, 2020

        61 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021

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      • August 19, 2020

        Matt Lawlor Featured in Best Lawyers 2020 New England Article on Affordable Housing Shortage in Boston

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      • July 30, 2020

        Alicia Selman Honored by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly as an “Up and Coming Lawyer”

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      • June 29, 2020

        Evan Seeman Elected Legislative Liaison of Connecticut Bar Assoc. Planning & Zoning Section

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      • June 22, 2020

        Michele Maresca Quoted on Retailers Claiming Force Majeure in Article Published in Chain Store Age Magazine

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      • May 10, 2020

        Matt Lawlor, Kendra Berardi, and Kristen Elia Author Article on Massachusetts Moratorium Published in New England Real Estate Journal

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      • April 23, 2020

        Chambers USA Recognizes 20 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 11 Practice Areas in CT, PA, and RI and Nationwide

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      • April 2, 2020

        Evan Seeman Authors Article on Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals RLUIPA Decision

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      • March 18, 2020

        Alicia Selman Recognized by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly as an “Up and Coming Lawyer”

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      • March 3, 2020

        Tom Donlon and John Peloso Author RLUIPA Article Published in New York Law Journal

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      • February 20, 2020

        Krista Patterson Featured in New York Real Estate Journal’s 2020 Ones to Watch Spotlight

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      • November 7, 2019

        Chris Kehoe Honored by Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts

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      • November 6, 2019

        Matthew McElroy Featured in New York Real Estate Journal’s 2019 Ones to Watch Spotlight

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      • November 1, 2019

        Robinson+Cole Receives 33 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Four National Rankings in Latest U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”

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      • October 19, 2019

        52 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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      • September 11, 2019

        Norm Roos Elected President of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys

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      • August 15, 2019

        57 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2020

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      • July 17, 2019

        Michele Maresca Moderates Program on Opportunity Zones at ICSC Deal Making Conference in Boston

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      • June 20, 2019

        Robinson+Cole Honored to be Recognized by Brass City Charter School with Boardroom Dedication

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      • April 19, 2019

        Jerome Garciano Presents on the Massachusetts SMART Program at National Conference on Microgrids

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      • March 25, 2019

        Mandy Eckhoff Speaks on Commercial Real Estate Loan Documentation

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      • March 25, 2019

        Tim Twardowski Presents to Massachusetts Real Estate Bar Association

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      • March 20, 2019

        Chuck Martin Involved in “Fairfield County Lease of the Year”

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      • March 18, 2019

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Help Reopen New London Harbor Lighthouse

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      • December 17, 2018

        Robinson+Cole Promotes Nine Lawyers to Counsel

      • December 12, 2018

        Candace Cunningham Presents Webinar on Title Insurance

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      • December 5, 2018

        Robinson+Cole Elects New Partners

      • November 1, 2018

        Robinson+Cole Receives 36 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Four National Rankings in Latest U.S. News – “Best Law Firms” Survey

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      • October 31, 2018

        Michele Maresca, Evan Seeman, and Brian Smith Present During SNEAPA 2018 Conference

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      • October 18, 2018

        51 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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      • October 4, 2018

        Matt Lawlor Moderates Two Programs During Boston YIMBYtown

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      • September 18, 2018

        Robinson+Cole Victory Featured in Connecticut Law Tribune

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      • August 6, 2018

        Candace Cunningham Appointed Vice-Chair of ACMA Committee

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      • July 20, 2018

        Michele Maresca Moderates Panel Discussion on the Future of Retail

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      • June 26, 2018

        Matt Lawlor Presents CLE Program on Ground Leasing with Governmental Entities

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      • June 18, 2018

        Kevin Daly, Evan Seeman, and Brian Smith Publish Practice Notes on Inverse Condemnation for Thomson Reuters Practical Law™

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      • May 30, 2018

        Derek Valentine Receives AICP Certification

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      • May 8, 2018

        Chambers USA Recognizes Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Practice Groups

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      • April 30, 2018

        Matt Lawlor Presents Program on Ground Leasing for Real Estate Finance Association

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      • March 9, 2018

        Diana Neeves, John Peloso, and Evan Seeman Present Webinar and Author Practice Note for Thomson Reuters Practical Law™

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      • February 19, 2018

        John Peloso and Evan Seeman Elected to Affiliate Membership in the Owners Counsel of America

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      • February 15, 2018

        Byron Flagg Moderates Program on Water Supply

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      • February 9, 2018

        Tim Twardowski Moderates CLE Program on Boston Permitting

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      • February 2, 2018

        Evan Seeman Moderates Webinar on Planned Unit Developments

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      • January 3, 2018

        Robinson+Cole Lawyer Appointed to Growth & Infrastructure Consortium Board of Directors

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      • December 15, 2017

        Mike Giaimo Presents MCLE e-Lecture on Obtaining Variances and Special Permits

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      • December 14, 2017

        Steve Elbaum Elected Chairman of Trumbull Zoning Board of Appeals

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      • December 11, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Elects New Partners

      • November 27, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Promotes Eight Lawyers to Counsel

      • November 1, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Receives 37 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and 3 National Rankings in Latest U.S. News – Best Law Firms Survey

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      • October 17, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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      • August 23, 2017

        Michele Maresca Appointed to ICSC Leadership Position

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      • August 15, 2017

        Fifty-Nine Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018

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      • August 9, 2017

        Michele Maresca Presents at New England Conference & Deal Making Event

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      • June 27, 2017

        Byron Flagg Among Florida Legal Elite™

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      • June 12, 2017

        Green Building Event Garners Crowd at R+C’s Boston Office

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      • June 9, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Expands Affordable Housing and Real Estate Finance Practices in New York

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      • May 31, 2017

        Real Estate + Development Group Presents at APA 2017 National Planning Conference

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      • May 26, 2017

        Chambers USA Recognizes Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Practice Groups

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      • May 18, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Team Involved in “Office Deal of the Year”

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      • April 27, 2017

        Real Estate Development Lawyer and Land Use Analyst Co-Author Article on Drones in the U.S. Retail Market

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      • April 21, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Expands Land Use and Environmental Practices in Miami

      • January 31, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Welcomes Six New Associates

      • January 17, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Participate in NBI Manufacturing Law Webinar

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      • November 1, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Receives 34 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and 3 National Rankings in Latest U.S. News – Best Law Firms Survey

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      • October 18, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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      • October 14, 2016

        Tim Twardowski Speaks on Boston's NPR Station

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      • October 10, 2016

        Matt Lawlor Selected by the Boston Bar Association as “The Most Interesting Lawyer of the Week”

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      • September 29, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Named “New Leaders in the Law” by the Connecticut Law Tribune

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      • September 22, 2016

        Evan Seeman Selected to Serve as an Alumni Mentor

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      • September 13, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Presents Annual Awards for Dedication and Outstanding Contributions

      • August 15, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Lawyer Count in The Best Lawyers in America® 2017

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      • June 21, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Welcomes Thirteen New Lawyers

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      • May 27, 2016

        Chambers USA Recognizes Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Practice Groups

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      • February 1, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Forms Sustainability Cross-Practice Team

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      • December 28, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Elects New Partners and Counsel

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      • December 22, 2015

        Danielle Long Elected to Membership in the Abstract Club

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      • November 2, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Participate in IMLA Webinar

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      • October 19, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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      • October 8, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Welcomes 10 New Lawyers

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      • August 18, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Lawyer Count in The Best Lawyers in America® 2016

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      • August 12, 2015

        Christie Jean Selected as RPTE Fellow

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      • June 11, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Lawyer To Serve as Co-chair of Boston Bar Association Section

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      • June 8, 2015

        Candace Cunningham Plans and Moderates eCLE Webinar

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      • June 5, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Is a Sponsor of NYSAFAH Conference

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      • May 27, 2015

        Christie Jean Appointed Vice Chair of RPTE Committee

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      • May 21, 2015

        RED Lawyers Participate in RPTE Spring Symposia

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      • May 19, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Earns Six Practice Area Rankings in Chambers USA 2015

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      • April 30, 2015

        Chris Pitt Quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

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      • April 17, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Represents National Bank in HUD Rental Assistance Demonstration Conversion Deals with Cambridge Housing Authority

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      • April 10, 2015

        Real Estate and Development Lawyers Co-Author Article on Energy Benchmarking Ordinances

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      • April 6, 2015

        Matt Lawlor Publishes Article for REBA News

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      • April 2, 2015

        Candace Cunningham Elected to American College of Mortgage Attorneys

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      • December 11, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Welcomes New Lawyers

      • December 4, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Elects New Partners and Counsel

      • November 18, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Honored as “New Leaders in the Law” at Celebration Dinner

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      • November 17, 2014

        Hartford Lawyers Co-author Connecticut Law Tribune Article

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      • October 16, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Welcomes New Lawyers

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      • August 25, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Launches HigherEdWire – News for legal counsel

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      • July 17, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Welcomes Six New Lawyers

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      • June 19, 2014

        Boston Office Hosts Cocktail Reception for Real Estate Developers

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      • May 29, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Earns Rankings in Chambers USA 2014 in all Connecticut Practice Areas

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      • May 28, 2014

        Kendra Berardi Selected to Provide Commentary for Massachusetts Land Court Reporter

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      • February 12, 2014

        Robinson & Cole Welcomes Eight New Lawyers

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      • January 17, 2014

        Steve Elbaum Testifies Before Connecticut General Assembly

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      • December 11, 2013

        Robinson & Cole Elects Four New Partners and Promotes Six Counsel

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      • November 7, 2013

        Candace Cunningham Represents CRDA in Loan Closing for Ann Uccello Street Housing Development

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      • November 4, 2013

        Boston Lawyers Represent R&C at CHAPA's Annual Dinner

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      • November 1, 2013

        Robinson & Cole Receives 34 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Three National Rankings in U.S. News – Best Lawyers Survey

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      • October 25, 2013

        Stamford Lawyer Tours Affordable Housing Development

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      • October 21, 2013

        Super Lawyers® Names 61 Robinson & Cole Attorneys to 2013 List

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      • September 11, 2013

        Candace Cunningham Appointed to Serve on the ABA's Governing Council of the RPTE

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      • August 22, 2013

        Robinson & Cole Announces Annual Pro Bono, Mentor, and Community Service Awards

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      • August 16, 2013

        Robinson & Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Attorney Count in Best Lawyers National Peer Review Survey

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      • June 20, 2013

        Real Estate Partner Joins Robinson & Cole’s Providence Team

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      • June 18, 2013

        Real Estate Practice Group Participates in NYSAFAH Conference

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      • June 10, 2013

        Chambers USA Ranks Robinson & Cole in Five Practices, Names 17 Attorneys as Leading Lawyers

      • June 7, 2013

        Boston Lawyers Author Article for ABA Newsletter

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      • May 28, 2013

        Hartford Real Estate Counsel Hosts CREW CT Youth Outreach Program

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      • May 15, 2013

        Real Estate Lawyer Chairs MCLE Seminar

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      • March 21, 2013

        Robinson & Cole Attorneys Selected for Top Women Attorneys in Massachusetts

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      • March 21, 2013

        Kathleen Furey Elected Board Chair for Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County

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      • February 27, 2013

        Mimi Lines Elected to Neighborhood Music School's Board of Directors

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      • January 18, 2013

        Robinson & Cole Announces 2013 Partner Promotions

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      • January 17, 2013

        Michele Maresca Appointed Alternate to West Hartford’s Town Plan and Zoning Commission and Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency

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      • January 3, 2013

        Real Estate Attorney Elected as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation

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      • December 13, 2012

        Robinson & Cole Attorneys Earn Additional Honors for Pro Bono Work

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      • November 7, 2012

        Robinson & Cole Receives 32 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Four National Rankings in U.S.News - Best Lawyers Survey

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      • October 22, 2012

        Super Lawyers® Names 49 Robinson & Cole Attorneys to 2012 List and Recognizes 26 as Rising Stars

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      • September 25, 2012

        Robinson & Cole Expands Offices and Practice Areas with the Addition of New Associates

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      • September 5, 2012

        Real Estate Attorneys Selected for Leadership Positions in the Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section of the American Bar Association

      • August 28, 2012

        Robinson & Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Attorney Count in Best Lawyers National Peer Review Survey

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      • August 13, 2012

        Christopher Pitt Quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Story About Response to Lawsuit Filed by Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts

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      • June 29, 2012

        Charles F. Martin Receives “40 Under 40” Award from Fairfield County Business Journal

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      • June 7, 2012

        Chambers USA Ranks Robinson & Cole in Five Practices, Names 16 Attorneys as Leading Lawyers

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      • May 30, 2012

        Hartford Teen Girls Introduced to Commercial Real Estate Industry

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      • May 25, 2012

        Christopher Pitt Quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on Lawsuit Filed by Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts

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      • May 16, 2012

        Real Estate Partner Carla Moynihan Appointed to Massachusetts IOLTA Committee

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      • April 25, 2012

        Robinson & Cole Honored for Real Estate Webinar Series

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      • April 17, 2012

        Charles Janson Appointed to National Trust for Historic Preservation Board of Advisors

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      • March 21, 2012

        Robinson & Cole Among Largest Firms in Real Estate, Insurance and Environmental Law

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      • March 12, 2012

        Fairfield County Business Journal Touts Robinson & Cole Real Estate Leasing Deal

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      • January 26, 2012

        Two News Publications Quote Senior Real Estate Associate Christopher Pitt

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      • January 4, 2012

        Real Estate Partner Honored with Westchester County Lease of the Year Award

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      • October 14, 2011

        Governor Malloy Celebrates Company Robinson & Cole Helped Relocate to Connecticut

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      • September 9, 2011

        Attorney Quoted in Story about Housing Court’s Jurisdiction in Foreclosure Case

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      • August 19, 2011

        Kevin George Counsels Brynwood in High-Profile Bronx Real Estate Sale

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      • July 27, 2011

        Real Estate Partner Presents Commercial Lease and Commercial Acquisitions and Dispositions

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      • June 29, 2011

        Three Robinson & Cole Attorneys Elected James W. Cooper Fellows

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      • June 23, 2011

        Garry Berman Discusses the Changing Legal Market Landscape

      • June 17, 2011

        Chambers USA Ranks Robinson & Cole in Six Practices, Names 12 Attorneys as Leading Lawyers

      • April 20, 2011

        Pamela Elkow Presents Webinar About Vapor Intrusion

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      • March 24, 2011

        Matter Handled By Andy Kramer and David Monassebian Reported in the News

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      • March 10, 2011

        Candace Cunningham New President of CREW CT–The Real Estate Exchange for 2011

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      • January 28, 2011

        Carla Moynihan Joins New England School of Law as Adjunct Professor

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      • January 28, 2011

        Christopher Pitt Weighs in on Revisions to Foreclosure Practice in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

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      • December 21, 2010

        Attorney Kehoe Instrumental in Homestead Reform Legislation

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      • December 20, 2010

        LandLaw Attorneys Receive Award for Pro Bono Work

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      • November 10, 2010

        Real Estate and Environmental and Utilities Groups Team Up to Present Interactive Forum

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      • October 25, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Real Estate Attorney Appointed to National Trust for Historic Preservation Board of Advisors

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      • October 20, 2010

        Real Estate Attorney Gives Back to Alma Mater

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      • October 5, 2010

        Attorneys Help Launch Boston Bar Association Real Estate Section Season

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      • September 28, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Attorneys Deliver Presentation on Insurance Impacts of New Condominium Legislation

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      • September 17, 2010

        Robinson & Cole LLP Receives Most Connecticut First-Tier Rankings in Inaugural U.S.News - Best Lawyers Survey

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      • August 25, 2010

        Points to Consider Before Subleasing an Office Space

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      • August 19, 2010

        MHA of Southwestern Connecticut Celebrates First Development Under Neighborhood Stabilization Program

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      • August 2, 2010

        Jeffrey Pascale Appointed Vice Chair of ABA Multi-Family Residential Housing Committee

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      • July 21, 2010

        Garry Berman Recognized by Chambers USA For Fifth Consecutive Year

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      • July 15, 2010

        Weir Farm Art Center and National Park Service Honor Charles Janson

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      • May 12, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Attorney Elected to Board of Directors of Childcare Learning Centers

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      • March 16, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Attorneys Participate on Panel Discussion About Demystifying Lease Provisions

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      • March 12, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Attorney Appointed to Executive Board of Urban Land Institute

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      • March 5, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Attorneys Coauthor Chapter in Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education Book

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      • January 28, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Joins the University of Connecticut and Counselors of Real Estate for Innovative Real Estate Series

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      • January 12, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Attorney Elected President of the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Club of Stamford

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      • July 28, 2009

        Robinson & Cole Land Use and Real Estate Attorneys Collaborate on Coastal Considerations Seminar

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      • September 3, 2008

        Robinson & Cole Real Estate Partner Elected Chair of MBA

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    • Publications + Presentations
    • "Legislative Update," presented by Norman H. Roos, as moderator at the New England Mortgage Expo (1/12/23)
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      "Status of Long Island Sound Dredge Disposal Litigation and Its Impacts on All Projects," presented by John P. Casey, as part of the virtual Environmental Business Council of New England's "16th Annual Dredging Conference: Lessons Learned for Environmental Dredging and Capping Projects" (11/3/2022)
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      "New Federal Speed Regulations for Coastal Waters" co-authored by John P. Casey, Michael S. Giaimo and Madeleine M. Laffitte (9/28/22)

      "3rd Annual Connecticut Offshore Wind Conference," co-presented by John P. Casey, Jonathan H. Schaefer and Robert S. Melvin (9/23/2022)
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      "New ALTA 2021 Loan Policies of Title Insurance– Some Practical Considerations for Lenders," authored by Candace M. Cunningham, published in the Fall 2022 edition of The Abstract, a publication of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys (Fall 2022)
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      "Permitting & Development for Small & Medium-Sized Projects," presented by Kurt S. Stiegel, a Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education program (8/4/22)
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      "ACRELive! The New ALTA Forms Are Here at Last!," presented by Candace M. Cunningham, presented by the American College of Real Estate Lawyers (8/3/2022)
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      "Massachusetts SJC Sheds Light on Zoning Protection for Solar Facilities in Tracer Lane II Realty, LLC v. City of Waltham" co-authored by Jessica D. Bardi, Michael S. Giaimo and Matthew J. Lawlor (6/7/2022)

      "Ethics Case of the Year," presented by Evan J. Seeman, as moderator of the Connecticut Chapter of the American Planning Association program. (2/15/2022)
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      "Multi-Family Zoning Requirement for MBTA Communities" co-authored by Jessica D. Bardi, Timothy C. Twardowski, Michael S. Giaimo, Matthew J. Lawlor and Kurt S. Stiegel (2/2/2022)

      "Massachusetts Trends Within the Solar Industry," presented by Danielle Andrews Long, hosted by The Land Use & Zoning and Environmental Law Sections of the Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts (12/6/2021)

      "Planning & Zoning for REALTORS® and Staff," co-presented by Michael S. Giaimo and Timothy C. Twardowski, at the 2021 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, hosted by the National Association of REALTORS® (11/11/2021)
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      "Tax Credit Equity Roundtable," presented by Jerome L. Garciano, as moderator as part of the National Housing and Rehabilitation Association’s 2021 Fall Developers Forum. (10/26/2021)
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      "Expiration of Executive Orders 7B and 7I," presented by Evan J. Seeman, as part of the Connecticut Bar Association's Planning and Zoning Section Meeting (6/22/2021)
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      "Supreme Judicial Court: Short-Term Rentals Not Consistent with Single-Family Residential Zoning" co-authored by Timothy C. Twardowski, Kristen E. Spirou and Michael S. Giaimo (6/22/2021)

      "New CT Zoning Laws Look to Increase Housing Diversity and Affordability" co-authored by Evan J. Seeman and Michele L. Maresca (6/11/2021)

      "Religious Land Uses," presented by Evan J. Seeman, presented during the ABA State and Local Government Law’s Land Use Committee online meeting. (3/26/2021)
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      "Fundamentals of Real Estate Tax 101," presented by Amanda S. Eckhoff, as moderator of the Real Estate Finance Association webinar (2/24/2021)
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      "Review and Discussion of Pending Legislation," presented by Evan J. Seeman, at a virtual meeting of the Connecticut Bar Association’s Planning and Zoning Section (2/23/2021)
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      "Reimagining The Urban Footprint: Meeting The Needs Of The New World," presented by Matthew J. Lawlor (1/26/2021)
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      "From Vacant to Vibrant," presented by Timothy C. Twardowski, at the 2020 REALTORS® Conference & Expo hosted by the National Association of REALTORS®. (11/2/2020)
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      "Building a Diverse Organization," presented by Amanda S. Eckhoff (9/30/2020)
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      "Land Use Segregation in Housing: What Can Be Done?" presented by Evan J. Seeman, at the Connecticut Bar Association's virtual Planning and Zoning Section meeting. (9/3/2020)
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      "Massachusetts Extends Moratorium on Certain Evictions and Foreclosures" co-authored by Kristen E. Spirou and Matthew J. Lawlor (7/27/2020)

      "Phased Re-Planning and Legal Challenges in a COVID-19 World," presented by Evan J. Seeman, as moderator of this American Planning Association program, which focused on legal and planning issues likely to arise as businesses reopen in the COVID-19 era. (7/16/2020)
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      "Construction Loans and Agreements," presented by Amanda S. Eckhoff, sponsored by the Commercial Real Estate Finance and Construction Law Sections of the Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts. (7/14/2020)
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      "How to Finance a Microgrid Project in a Post-Covid-19 Economy," presented by Jerome L. Garciano (6/3/2020)
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      "Clean Energy for Your Clients: Tax Assessment Financing on Commercial Buildings with C-PACE," presented by Charles E. Janson, a Connecticut Bar Association CLE webinar. (6/3/2020)
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      "Drones Fly Over Trespass, Nuisance, Privacy and Data Security Issues: What You Need to Know," co-presented by Virginia K. Trunkes and Karla L. Chaffee, which discussed the potential of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS or drones) in the real estate industry as well as common legal issues associated with drones, (5/15/2020)
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      "Executive Order to Address Zoning Barriers to Reopening Restaurants and Retail" co-authored by Evan J. Seeman and Michele L. Maresca

      "COVID-19 Pandemic Impacts on Land Use and Zoning" co-authored by Evan J. Seeman and Michele L. Maresca

      "Massachusetts Enacts H. 4647 – Establishing Broad Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium During COVID-19 State of Emergency" co-authored by Kendra L. Berardi, Kristen E. Spirou and Matthew J. Lawlor (4/21/2020)

      "No RLUIPA Violation in Religious Ballfield Case," authored by Evan J. Seeman, published in Case Law Digest, an online publication of the American Planning Association’s Planning & Law Division. (3/24/2020)
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      "Prop Tech revolution: Multifamily & Condo Innovators in Focus," presented by Krista L. Patterson, as moderator at the 9th Annual Real Estate Women's Forum (2/27/2020)
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      "Focus on Housing II: Views from the Practitioner, Grassroots, and Advocate Perspective," presented by Matthew J. Lawlor, at the Boston Bar Association's 2020 Real Estate Conference (2/6/2020)
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      "Speed Networking with Real Estate Lawyers," presented by Alicia R. Selman, as moderator of the Boston Bar Association-hosted event. (11/18/2019)
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      "Opportunity Zone Update - Understand it Benefits and Complexities," co-presented by Michael J. Kearney Jr., Brian M. Flaherty and Jerome L. Garciano, as part of Robinson+Cole's From Soil to Solar: Land Law Development Forum series. (11/13-14/2019)
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      "Speed Networking with Real Estate Lawyers," co-presented by Matthew J. Lawlor and Timothy C. Twardowski, at the Boston Bar Association-hosted event. (11/18/2019)
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      "Inclusive Opportunity Zone Investments for Community Development," presented by Jerome L. Garciano, presented at the SOCAP19 (Social Capital Markets) conference (10/24/2019)
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      "Innovative Building Methods and Modular Construction," presented by Jerome L. Garciano, moderated as part of Boston Harvard Real Estate Alumni Organization's Innovation in Real Estate series (9/10/2019)
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      "Opportunity Zones: The Many Perspectives on the Land of OZ," moderated by Michele Maresca at the 2019 New England Conference and Deal Making in Boston. (7/15/2019)
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      "Opportunity Zones: The Many Perspectives on the Land of OZ," presented by Michele L. Maresca, moderated by Michele Maresca at the 2019 New England Conference and Deal Making in Boston, MA. (7/15/2019)
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      "Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate Loan Documentation," presented by Amanda S. Eckhoff, presented by the Real Estate Finance Association (REFA) (3/20/2019)

      "Zoning Due Diligence, Zoning Opinions & Use of Zoning Endorsements," presented by Timothy C. Twardowski, addressed various perspectives of zoning and its due diligence at an open meeting of the Massachusetts Real Estate Bar Association's Commercial Real Estate Finance Section in Boston (3/6/2019)

      "Green Tax Incentive Compendium" (1/1/2019)

      "Deferring Capital Gains Taxes – Opportunity Zone Investments" authored by Michael J. Kearney Jr. (10/31/2018)

      "Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) and Real Estate Issues Facing Manufacturers," co-presented by Sorell E. Negro and Robert S. Melvin, at the National Business Institute (NBI) webinar "Manufacturing Law" (12/15/2016)
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      "Formula Retail," presented by Dwight H. Merriam, co-moderated webinar with Professor Daniel Mandelker of the Washington University School of Law for the International Municipal Lawyers Association (10/11/2016)
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      "Ongoing Cases on the Right to Take," presented by Dwight H. Merriam, moderated webinar for the Owners Counsel of America (10/4/2016)
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      "Lynnfield Proposes New Restrictions on Short-Term Rentals Like Airbnb," presented by Timothy C. Twardowski, guest speaker on WBUR radio program, hosted by Deborah Becker (10/3/2016)
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      Discretionary Land Use Controls: Avoiding Invitations to Abuse of Discretion, an update of the book, 19th edition (2016)
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      "Proliferation of Rental Restrictions Nationally," presented by Brian W. Blaesser, at the Government Affairs Directors (GAD) Institute, hosted by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) (July 13-16, 2016)
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      "Electric Vehicle Charging Stations—Retail Primer Update," published in Shopping Center Law & Strategy, a publication of the International Council of Shopping Centers (Spring 2016)

      "Electric Vehicle Charging Stations—Retail Primer Update," published in Shopping Center Law & Strategy, co-authored by Brian W. Blaesser and Sorell E. Negro, a publication of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) (Spring 2016)
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      "Mandatory Inclusionary Zoning," presented by Brian W. Blaesser, at the National Association of Homebuilders' (NAHB) annual LANDS (Legal Action Network for Development Strategies) Conference in Washington, DC (4/15/2016)
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      "We are pleased to introduce our Sustainability Team" (4/11/2016)

      "Congratulations to Sorell Negro, Finalist for National Outstanding Young Lawyer Award" (3/23/2016)

      "Process Efficiency in the Development Approval Process," presented by Brian W. Blaesser, at the New Partners for Smart Growth Conference in Portland, Oregon (2/12/2016)
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      Federal Land Use Law & Litigation, an update of the book (2015 edition)
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      Discretionary Land Use Controls, an update of the book (18th edition)
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      "Hot Topics in Local Historic Preservation Law," presented by Dwight H. Merriam, co-moderated an international webinar with Daniel R. Mandelker, FAICP, professor at the Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, Missouri (10/19/2015)
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      "Hot Topics in Local Historic Preservation Law," co-presented by Charles E. Janson and Sara C. Bronin, professor at the University of Connecticut School of Law and coauthor of Historic Preservation Law (2013) and Historic Preservation Law in a Nutshell (2014), webinar (10/19/2015)
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      "Introducing our Northeast Development Law Blog" (8/10/2015)

      "The World of Wind Development: Recent Land Use Cases and Issues," presented by Sorell E. Negro (7/22/2015)
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      "U.S. House Passes Bill to Revise Corps and EPA Definition of “Waters of the United States”" (5/15/2015)

      "Getting down to specifics for Boston's growth zones," published in REBA News, authored by Matthew J. Lawlor, a publication of the Real Estate Bar Association of Massachusetts (March 2015)
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      "Fresh Lessons About Wetlands, Permits and Appeals," published in Connecticut Law Tribune, co-authored by Candace M. Cunningham and Emilee Mooney Scott (9/22/2014)

      "Robinson+Cole's Education Group Launches HigherEdWire LinkedIn Group" (8/11/2014)

      "Hot Topics Regarding IDAs and LDCs," at New York State Bar Association's (NYSBA) Annual Meeting of the Municipal Law Section, New York City, co-presented by Alan D. Fox and Kenneth W. Bond, Squire Sanders LLP; Scott N. Fein, Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP; and David Kidera, director of the New York State Authorities Budget Office (1/30/2014)

      "Landlord Remedies - A Refresher in Landlord Rights after 275 Washington Street Corp., Trustee v. Hudson River Int'l LLC," presented by Lawrence P. Heffernan, seminar sponsored by the Boston Bar Association's Leasing Committee (5/29/2013)

      "Negotiating & Drafting Office & Retail Leases," presented by Matthew J. Lawlor, presented MCLE seminar; examined similarities, differences, issues, and negotiated solutions of office and retail leasing transactions (4/23/2013)

      "Land Banking 101: A National Perspective," presented by Sorell E. Negro, Organizer and panel Moderator for national CLE teleconference for the ABA's Real Property Trust and Estate Law Section (3/27/2013)

      "Retail Primer on Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: Part II," published in Retail Law Strategist, co-authored by Brian W. Blaesser and Sorell E. Negro (Fall 2012)
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      "Land Banking: An Opportunity for Southern New England?" presented by Sorell E. Negro, co-moderated this panel with Evan Seeman, which was presented at the Southern New England American Planning Association Conference (9/21/2012)

      "Retail Primer on Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: Part I," published in Retail Law Strategist, co-authored by Brian W. Blaesser and Sorell E. Negro (Summer 2012)
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      "A New Tool for Vacant Properties: Land-Banking," published in Municipal Lawyer, authored by Sorell E. Negro (March/April 2012)

      "Commercial Real Estate Transactions: The New Economic Climate," at 2011 Rhode Island Bar Association Annual Meeting; Richard M. Fil moderated and also spoke in the panel discussion., presented by Carla M. Moynihan (6/16/2011)

      "How to Deal with Vapor Intrusion Issues in Real Estate Transactions – What Real Estate Lawyers Need to Know," at Webinar hosted by ExecSense, presented by Pamela K. Elkow (4/5/2011)

      "Affordable Housing Law (Chapter 40B)," at Boston Bar Association Real Estate Section, presented by Brian W. Blaesser (9/2010)

      "Accommodating Zoning: Uses and Limits of the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act," at American Bar Association's State and Local Government Section Spring Meeting, presented by Michele L. Maresca (4/30/2010)

      "Issues for Corporate Office Tenants to Consider When Subleasing," authored by Charles F. Martin III, published in CBIA News and in Fairfield County Business Journal (4/20/2010)

      "Issues for Corporate Office Tenants to Consider When Subleasing," authored by Charles F. Martin III, published in CBIA News and in Fairfield County Business Journal. Republished in the New England Real Estate Journal (August 20, 2010). (4/2010)

      "Demystifying Lease Provisions," at CCIM Conference, presented by Charles F. Martin III (3/20/2010)

      "Jetties, Docks, Seawalls, Littoral Rights, Waterfront Homes, Spartina, and More," at Robinson & Cole's Coastal Considerations and Regulatory Reality Breakfast Seminar (7/14/2009)

      "Distressed Real Estate," presented by Kathleen M. Furey, presented by MIT Club of New York, Speaker and Assistant Organizer (1/22/2009)

      "Real Estate Issues in Middle-Market P.E. Deals – Deal-Makers & Deal-Breakers," presented by Kathleen M. Furey, presented by Capital Roundtable, webinar (3/25/2008)

      "Governor Patrick Signs Legislation to Exempt Landlocked Tidelands from Chapter 91 Licensing," published in New England Chapter of the Congress for the New Urbanism, co-authored by Matthew J. Lawlor and Karl P. Baker (Winter 2007)

      "Deal Savers (Various Techniques That Can Be Applied to Real Estate Deals to Enhance or Save Your Transaction," at CCIM Conference, presented by Charles F. Martin III (9/2007)

      "Environmental Insurance: What LEPs Need to Know," at the Environmental Professionals of Connecticut, co-presented by Pamela K. Elkow and Michael Long, William Gallagher Associates (5/3/2007)

      "Don't Try to Use Estoppel Certificate to Change Lease Terms," published in Commercial Property Management Insider, authored by Charles F. Martin III (5/2007)

      "Include Five Critical Operating Expense Protections in Your Lease," published in Commercial Tenant's Lease Insider, authored by Charles F. Martin III (3/2007)

      Key Questions in Addressing Environmental Issues in a Transaction, published in Inside the Minds: Environmental Law Deal Strategies, authored by Pamela K. Elkow (2007)
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      "Retail Space for Lease? Chain Stores Need Not Apply," authored by Timothy C. Twardowski, parts 1 and 2, co-authored with Brian W. Blaesser (12/2006 & 1/2007), published in Retail Law Strategist (12/15/2006)

      "Retail Space for Lease? Chain Stores Need Not Apply," published in Retail Law Strategist, co-authored by Brian W. Blaesser and Timothy C. Twardowski, (Parts 1 & 2) (12/2006 & 1/2007)

      "Special Permits," published in MCLE Massachusetts Zoning Manual, co-authored by Michael S. Giaimo and Christopher Foster (2005 supp.)

      "Site Plan Review and Constructive Grant," at MCLE Zoning Basics Seminar, presented by Michael S. Giaimo (2005)
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      "Zoning Freezes," published in MCLE Massachusetts Zoning Manual, co-authored by Michael S. Giaimo and Brian Blaesser (2005 supp.)
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      "Chapter 40R: A New Mechanism for Encouraging Housing Construction," published in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, co-authored by Matthew J. Lawlor and Michael S. Giaimo (12/2004)

      "Reconsidering Force Majeure Clauses in the Wake of Increased Acts of Terrorism," authored by Alex Steffan, published in Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts, Fall 2004 newsletter (Fall 2004)

      "Surveying for Attorneys," at Real Estate Bar Association 2004 Spring Seminar, co-presented by Lawrence P. Heffernan and A. Richard Vannozzi, P.L.S., and Ward P. Graham, Esq. (5/10/2004)

      "What Every Association Executive Should Know About Land Use," at National Association of Realtors Executive Conference (Chicago, IL), presented by Michael S. Giaimo (3/2003)
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      "Real Estate Description and Surveys," published in Real Estate Title Practice in Massachusetts, co-authored by Lawrence P. Heffernan and Mary L. Cataudella (2003)

      "Toxic Mold: A Legal Perspective," at Connecticut Society of Women Environmental Professionals Mold Seminar, presented by James P. Ray (10/3/2002)

      "Toxic Mold: A Legal Perspective," at Stamford/Norwalk Regional Bar Association Breakfast Seminar, presented by James P. Ray (10/2/2002)

      "Connecting the Dots to a Successful Brownfields Project: A Case Study," at International Economic Development Council Brownfields Workshop, presented by James P. Ray (8/7/02)
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      "Preston v. Zoning Board of Appeals of Hull and the Zoning Doctrine of Merger: A Reminder from the Appeals Court," published in The Conveyancer, authored by Michael S. Giaimo (Summer 2001)
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      "A Tenant's Right to Purchase Leased Premises," published in New England Real Estate Journal, authored by Mimi M. Lines (7/2001)
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      "Land Use Controls," at a Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) Annual Meeting, presented by Richard M. Fil (6/2001)
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      "Brownfields v. Greenfields: Legal Protections, Legal Limits," presented by Pamela K. Elkow (5/24/2001)
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      "Transactional Aspects of Environmental Law," at the University of Connecticut School of Law, presented by Richard M. Fil (4/2001)
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      "Environmental Land Use Restrictions," at Environmental Professionals of Connecticut, presented by Pamela K. Elkow (3/30/2001)
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      "Institutional Controls," at Environmental Bankers Association, presented by Pamela K. Elkow (1/21/2001)
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      "Institutional Controls," at an Environmental Bankers Association event, presented by Richard M. Fil (1/2001)
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      "Overcoming Opposition in Commercial Real Estate Development," published in Connecticut Law Tribune, authored by Dwight H. Merriam (2001)

      Brownfields Law and Practice Connecticut chapter and updated biannually, authored by Robert S. Melvin (2001)
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      "Palazzolo Promotes Property Rights,," published in APA Zoning and Planning Law Report, co-authored by Dwight H. Merriam and Bryan W. Wenter (2001)

      "Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securitization: Key Capital Source for Commercial Real Estate Investment and Development," published in Real Estate Finance Journal, authored by Roger A. Peters II (Fall 2000)

      "The Nuts and Bolts of a Real Estate Project," at Real Estate Exchange (2000)

      "Ethical and Other Issues for Counsel in Multistate Real Estate Transactions," at American College of Real Estate Lawyers Annual Meeting, Vancouver, Canada (10/14/1999)

      "Real Estate Owners Lose - Contractors and Suppliers Gain," published in Robinson & Cole Construction Law Update (8/1999)

      "Foreign Currency Debt Obligations," published in Probate & Property, the magazine of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the American Bar Association, p. 24 (September/October 1996)

      "Lead-Based Paint Litigation," at Fourth Gallivan Conference on Real Property Law at the University of Connecticut School of Law, presented by James P. Ray (4/1995)

      "Fraud and Forgery in Real Estate Transactions," at American Land Title Association's Land Title Institute Regional Seminars, presented by Lawrence P. Heffernan (1990 to 1995)

      Inclusionary Zoning Moves Downtown, authored by Dwight H. Merriam (1985)

      "Real Estate Across-the-Border: Practical Advice for Handling Multistate Real Estate Transactions," published in Connecticut Law Tribune

      "Subleases: 10 Things to Consider," at Fairfield County Commercial Brokers Network, presented by Charles F. Martin III (6/26/2009)

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