DHC’s Commercial Litigation Partner William Mack on PIX 11
August 28, 2020 — William Mack, a partner in DHC’s Commercial Litigation practice group, was featured in a PIX-11 news segment, where he discussed his work on behalf of many New York City businesses struggling with their commercial rent in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mack, who represents numerous businesses, has been successful in securing settlements and restructuring commercial leases […]
Robert Rattet Comments on Restaurant Chains Trying to Navigate the COVID-19 Pandemic
August 22, 2020 – DHC’s Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Creditor’s Rights Co-Chair Robert L. Rattet spoke to Business Insider about restaurant chains trying to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced hospitality establishments across the country to close or substantially limit their operations. Rattet noted that drawing customers back into restaurants could be delayed until a safe and effective […]
DHC’s Barbara Pens Op-ed for Westchester Business Journal
DHC’s Barbara Pens Op-ed for Westchester Business Journal August 4, 2020 – Leslie Barbara, Chair of Davidoff Hutcher & Citron’s Divorce and Family Law practice group, authored an op-ed in the Westchester County Business Journal explaining the complexities of navigating family law issues during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic, which resulted in strict lockdowns throughout the […]
Larry Hutcher Featured on “Conversations with Cohen”
July 23, 2020 – Larry Hutcher, DHC’s Co-Managing Partner, joined Gregg Cohen of commercial real estate firm Cresa on “Conversations with Cohen” to discuss how businesses navigating the COVID-19 pandemic can productively negotiate with landlords to modify their leases. Hutcher, who has significant experience in real estate litigation representing tenants in lease disputes, spoke with Cohen […]
Alexander Victor Discusses New York State’s Liquor Laws and Regulations
July 9, 2020 – The Daily Mail called on Alexander Victor, a Partner in DHC’s Restaurant and Hospitality practice group, to discuss New York State’s liquor laws and regulations as the state reopens after the extended shutdown during the COVID-19 outbreak. Victor, whose expertise includes State Liquor Authority (SLA) matters, advised bars and restaurants to follow the safety […]
Larry Hutcher Comments on TikTok’s Times Square Lease
July 8, 2020 – Larry Hutcher, Co-Managing Partner at DHC, spoke to The Real Deal about the possibility that the federal government could ban TikTok, the popular video sharing app, from operating within the United States. He noted that the social media company could argue for the termination of its Times Square lease based on “frustration of purpose” […]
Malito & Goldstein Pen Op-ed in Westchester Co. Bus. Journal
July 7, 2020 – DHC New York State Government Relations Chair Steve Malito and New York City and Westchester County Government Relations Chair Arthur Goldstein co-authored an op-ed in the Westchester County Business Journal explaining the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on nonprofit organizations. The pandemic, which resulted in strict lockdowns and the shuttering of many businesses, now has the economy […]
William Walzer Speaks to Bankrate about Purchasing a Home
July 6, 2020 – Partner William Walzer of DHC’s Real Estate practice group spoke to Bankrate about the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing a home without a real estate agent. Walzer explained that homeowners who don’t use an agent typically save about 3% of the selling price. But agents are a very useful resource in recommending the listing price, in negotiating the terms of a deal, and in preparing the mortgage application and gathering other required paperwork.
Mack on the “Frustration of Purpose“ Doctrine
DHC’s Mack on the “Frustration of Purpose“ Doctrine June 24, 2020 – DHC’s Partner William Mack, an experienced commercial litigation attorney, discussed the “frustration of purpose” doctrine in contract law with the Commercial Observer. Mack noted that the common law allows parties to contract to seek to modify or void the contract’s terms when an […]
Citron on Commercial Leases Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
DHC’s Citron on Commercial Leases Amid Pandemic June 23, 2020 – Co-Managing Partner Jeffrey Citron, Chair of the Real Estate Law practice, recently shared his thoughts on recent commercial lease negotiations amid the COVID-19 pandemic with MarketWatch. Mr. Citron noted that in most situations, landlords and tenants should try to reach a mutually agreeable compromise before […]