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Long Island Business News | June 21, 2022
This special report highlighting the publication’s real estate, architecture & engineering awards for 2022 mentions New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Joe Lynch, whose Park Lake Residences affordable housing renovation project received the “IDA Project of the Year” award for Nassau County.
Crain’s Chicago Business | June 20, 2022
This roundup of recent hirings at prominent Chicago-area businesses mentions the arrival of Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Andrew Hahn to the Chicago office.
June 17, 2022
This article covering the expiration of New York’s 421a housing construction tax break quotes New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley, who explains why this is a challenging time to let the exemption expire and what developers can do in in the interim until New York state lawmakers reconvene for the next legislative session in January.
Affordable Housing Finance | June 16, 2022
This article co-authored by Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Harry Kelly and Richard Price, and Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, all of the Washington, DC office, covers new federal guidance related to marketing and waitlist management for subsidized properties and what it means for housing providers
Bisnow | June 15, 2022
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley is quoted in the following articles covering the expiration of New York’s housing construction tax break 421a. Erica provides insight into what could happen next for both developers and New York state lawmakers.
The Real Deal | June 15, 2022
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley is quoted in the following article covering the expiration of New York’s housing construction tax break 421a. Erica provides insight into what could happen next for both developers and New York state lawmakers.
Bloomberg Law | June 02, 2022
This roundup of notable legal industry news and attorney moves includes the arrival of New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Sean Garahan to the firm.
Brick Underground | June 01, 2022
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley is quoted throughout this article, providing practical input on differences in the process of combining units in co-op and condo buildings.
Connect Media | June 01, 2022
This article covering Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners and Nuveen Real Estate’s acquisition of a 587-unit affordable housing community in Langley Park, Maryland mentions NP as transaction counsel for the purchaser. The NP deal team includes Washington, DC partner Colette Dafoe and associate Jamie Flesch, and Rochester senior paralegal Stephanie Navarro-Smith, all from the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
Crain’s New York Business | May 13, 2022
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley co-authored this op-ed urging New York state legislators to pass bills that would help increase home ownership and permanently safeguard affordable units that would otherwise be subject to loss through expiring contractual agreements. The article provides five common-sense suggestions to create a fairer and more robust affordable housing landscape.
Crain’s New York Business | May 06, 2022
Rochester Affordable Housing and Real Estate associate Nathan Vander Wal is mentioned in this column for representing security firm Mulligan Security on a new office lease in Manhattan’s Penn Plaza.
Los Angeles Times | April 18, 2022
Los Angeles Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Bryan LeRoy, co-leader of the firm’s Environment & Land Use team, participated in a virtual roundtable discussion on lingering questions from COVID-19’s impact on the commercial real estate industry, new roles for technology, and what the industry could look like a year from now.
Journal of Tax Credits | April 07, 2022
Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder contributed this article examining what investors should know about pairing the opportunity zone incentive with the renewable energy investment tax credit.
New York Law Journal | March 31, 2022
In her newest “Ask the Former Regulator” column, New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley discusses the growing use of community land trusts to build more permanently affordable housing and the types of development that can be built on this land, along with the related filing requirements in New York.
New York Business Journal | March 30, 2022
This article mentions New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner David Portal for serving as legal counsel to MJHS, one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in the New York region, in connection with its new office lease in lower Manhattan. Connect Media also mentions David’s work with MJHS in a related article.
The New York Daily Record | March 17, 2022
Rochester office managing partner Jared Lusk, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, is featured in this Q&A for being named to the publication’s Power 20 list for real estate law. Jared discusses his community engagement and changes he sees on the horizon for the coming years, among other topics.
Rochester Business Journal | March 11, 2022
Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Sarah Lobe, of the Environmental team, contributed this column on two worldwide awareness events for the environment: Tuesday’s World Water Day and Earth Hour, which will take place on March 26. Sarah’s article links these two events to local and regional water and climate-related environmental actions, regulations, laws, and policies.
The New York Daily Record | March 08, 2022
This column of notable promotions and moves features Rochester Labor & Employment partner Kim Harding for her appointment as deputy leader of NP’s Litigation Department. The article also highlights Rochester Labor & Employment associate Jeniffer Taylor for joining the firm, and Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Ninteretse Jean Pierre (JP) for rejoining NP.
City & State New York | March 07, 2022
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley, leader of NP’s Cooperatives & Condominiums team, is included in this year’s Law Power 100 list of the most influential legal professionals across New York. The article features an overview of her practice and her past experience at the New York attorney general’s office.
Seniors Housing Business | March 03, 2022
This article on client Hebrew SeniorLife closing financing to build 45 new units of affordable senior housing in metro Boston mentions NP for advising on the project. Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks led the NP team, which also included Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder, and AHRE senior counsel Don Cooper, counsel Karla Chaffee, associate Ali Sisson, and paralegal Vienna Kim, all of the Boston office.
Rochester Business Journal | February 25, 2022
Rochester Office Managing partner Jared Lusk, with the Affordable Housing and Real Estate group, is included in this year’s Power 100 list of influential leaders across the Rochester region. The article features Jared’s Q&A on biggest successes of 2021, expectations for 2022, and takeaways from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Affordable Housing Finance | February 17, 2022
This column on notable moves within the affordable housing space spotlights the practices and promotions of Affordable Housing and Real Estate partners Lori Bowman and Matt Carrigg in Rochester, and Alex Rosso and Julie Hancock Stande in Boston as part of the firm’s 2022 new partner class.
The New York Daily Record | February 16, 2022
Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Lori Bowman and Matt Carrigg and Corporate partner Isaac Figueras, all of Rochester, are featured in this column of notable promotions and moves for their elevations as part of the firm’s new partner class.
The Recorder | February 15, 2022
This article on the recent appointments of Community Development Finance partner Sonia Nayak to Los Angeles office managing partner and Complex Disputes partner Robert Weikert to San Francisco office managing partner focuses on their new roles and goals for their respective offices, and how the California team is continuing to build on momentum to increase NP’s presence on the West Coast.
The Daily Record | February 11, 2022
This article, on New York State legislation that general contractors on construction projects are now liable for wages if employees of a subcontractor are not paid or paid an incorrect amount, quotes Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Darren Miller throughout the story on the new law.
New York Law Journal | February 08, 2022
Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Lori Bowman and Matt Carrigg and Corporate partner Isaac Figueras, all of Rochester, are featured in this roundup for their promotions to partner.
McKnight’s Senior Living | February 08, 2022
This roundup of industry moves and promotions features the elevation of Rochester partners Lori Bowman and Matt Carrigg and Boston partners Alex Rosso and Julie Hancock Stande, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate practice, as part of NP’s new partner class.
Bisnow | February 07, 2022
This roundup of notable industry news features Los Angeles Community Development Finance partner Sonia Nayak for her appointment to Los Angeles office managing partner.
Bloomberg Law | February 03, 2022
This roundup of notable legal moves features Los Angeles Community Development Finance partner Sonia Nayak for her appointment to Los Angeles office managing partner.
The City | February 01, 2022
This article covers the political clash over whether to renew New York City’s long-held tax break for rental housing development, which expires in June. New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley, who leads the Cooperatives and Condominiums team, is quoted for her outlook on Governor Hochul’s proposed change that would allow cooperatives and condominiums to once again qualify for the tax break if they satisfy certain affordability criteria.
Habitat | January 24, 2022
This article, covering New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to replace a soon-to-expire property tax incentive program with the new Affordable Neighborhoods for New Yorkers (ANNY), quotes and links to a recent client alert written by Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader and partner Erica Buckley and department attorney Nichole Thomas, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group in New York City.
Washington Business Journal | January 20, 2022
This article on client Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners’ $105.5M acquisition of a Loudon County, Virginia apartment complex mentions NP for serving as Jair Lynch’s legal counsel. The deal team includes Washington, DC Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Colette Dafoe and Dara Newman Histed and associate Jamie Greenfield. Washington, DC Complex Commercial Disputes partner Le Dolan has played an integral role in developing the client relationship.
Law360 | January 19, 2022
This column on notable industry moves features the arrival of Chaundi Randolph in Washington, DC, Karla Chaffee in Boston, and Daniel Perlin in Chicago as counsel in NP’s Affordable Housing & Real Estate practice
Rochester Business Journal | January 14, 2022
Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Matt Carrigg contributed this article outlining the process in New York for evaluating an affordable housing property’s assessed value as tax season approaches. The article addresses the rules and best practices for developers, owners, and purchasers of affordable multi-family housing developments when preparing for assessment.
Crain’s Chicago | January 10, 2022
This roundup of notable moves and hires highlights the arrival of Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Dan Perlin and Complex Commercial Disputes associate Katie Mallon to the firm, and also includes a brief description of their practices.
New York Law Journal | December 23, 2021
New York Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley contributed this article on the rules that govern out-of-state developers when offering and selling condos to New York residents. The article offers best practices for marketing condos in New York while staying compliant with the state’s requirements.
Crain’s Detroit Business | December 17, 2021
This article, exploring the need to preserve Detroit’s rich industrial history when redeveloping vacant sites, quotes Washington, DC Community Development Finance partner David Schon, chair of the Historic Tax Credit team, on the significance of the city’s old American Motor Corp. plant building, which is slated for demolition despite its storied past.
Affordable Housing Finance | December 15, 2021
This column on notable industry moves features the arrival of Chaundi Randolph in Washington, DC, Karla Chaffee in Boston, and Daniel Perlin in Chicago as counsel in NP’s Affordable Housing & Real Estate practice. The article also includes a brief description of each attorney’s practice.
McKnights Senior Living | December 14, 2021
The following roundup article on notable industry moves feature the arrival of Chaundi Randolph in Washington, DC, Karla Chaffee in Boston, and Daniel Perlin in Chicago as counsel in NP’s Affordable Housing & Real Estate practice. The article also features a brief description on each of their practices.
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin | December 13, 2021
The following roundup article on notable industry moves feature the arrival of Chaundi Randolph in Washington, DC, Karla Chaffee in Boston, and Daniel Perlin in Chicago as counsel in NP’s Affordable Housing & Real Estate practice. The article also features a brief description on each of their practices.
The American Lawyer | December 09, 2021
This article features the arrival of Chaundi Randolph in Washington, DC, Karla Chaffee in Boston, and Daniel Perlin in Chicago as counsel in NP’s Affordable Housing & Real Estate practice. The article also quotes AHRE practice group leader Denise Pursley on recent growth across the practice and the increased demand for legal services.
Tax Credit Advisor | December 01, 2021
This article, on states that have passed legislation to help fund the conversion of existing commercial properties into affordable housing, quotes New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Meghan Altidor on how New York’s program, the Housing Our Neighbors with Dignity Act (HONDA), is generating a lot of interest from nonprofit entities. Meghan also provides industry perspective on the types of buildings that are ripe for conversion.
Law360 | November 18, 2021
This article on the debt restructuring of 200 Amsterdam, a new luxury condo tower in the Upper West Side neighborhood of Manhattan, includes New York City partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums practice team leader Erica Buckley for representing Amsterdam Avenue Redevelopment Associates as condo counsel. The article also quotes Erica on how the existing loan has to be broken down by unit when selling a condo unit.
Rochester Business | November 12, 2021
This article, part of the publication’s special report on “Commercial Real Estate & Lending,” extensively quotes Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Matt Carrigg for his outlook on how labor shortages, caused by COVID, are impacting the industry. Matt also provides best practices for developers in navigating new challenges in the industry.
Cannabis Business Executive | November 03, 2021
San Francisco partner Alison Torbitt and Los Angeles associate Stratton Constantinides, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group and Environmental & Land Use team, contributed this article on the challenges and opportunities facing businesses that produce both wine and cannabis in California.
Journal of Tax Credits | November 01, 2021
Affordable Housing & Real Estate senior counsel Monica Sussman and associate Kelly Behr, both of the Washington, DC office, contributed this article on one method the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development uses to encourage the long-term preservation of affordable housing.
Tax Credit Advisor | November 01, 2021
Washington, DC Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Harry Kelly wrote this article on low-income housing tax credits and the Fair Housing Act, specifically how the “General Public Use Rule” can put property owners and investors at risk of losing tax credits if they do not maintain compliance.
The Boston Globe | October 26, 2021
This article, focusing on the rapid growth of biotech labs in Greater Boston and the conversion of office space to labs, quotes Boston co-office managing partner Chris Froeb, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, for his outlook on how officials should listen to local concern and find solutions that will avoid the risk of losing jobs to other regions.
Connect Media | October 19, 2021
This article covers the groundbreaking for a Boston-area affordable housing project, mentioning our firm for advising the developers on the predevelopment, acquisition, permitting, and construction financing. The NP team included Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Paul Bouton, late partner Ruth Silman, senior associate Julie Hancock Stande, and associate Ali Walendziak, all of the Boston office.
Spectrum News SoCal | October 08, 2021
This article analyzing California Governor Gavin Newsom’s recently signed housing-related bills quotes Los Angeles Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Bryan LeRoy, co-leader of the firm’s Environment & Land Use team, on the uncertainty of how cities will implement the legislation, as well as how it could impact housing affordability in the short term as the price of land increases. Bryan notes that these recent bills are just one piece of a much bigger puzzle.
Affordable Housing Finance | October 05, 2021
This roundup of notable moves in the affordable housing industry includes the arrival of New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Laura Sugarman, who focuses her practice on cooperative and condominium conversions, and commercial real estate transactions.
The Real Deal | October 05, 2021
This article in New York City’s top real estate trade publication—part of a special report on law firms and real estate attorneys—quotes Affordable Housing & Real Estate practice group leader and Long Island partner Denise Pursley on the uncharted waters of the eviction moratorium and how we’ve been advising clients. The story also notes the firm’s work with pro bono organizations, such as Lawyers Clearinghouse, in helping tenants who could be vulnerable to eviction.
Rochester Business Journal | October 01, 2021
This top-tier regional business publication covered Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associates Mauricio Cuellar, Steve Fantuzzo, and Matthew King and their moves to the firm, while also detailing their practices.
The Daily Record | September 30, 2021
This article on the publication’s “Legal Excellence Awardsrdquo; recognizes Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Sarah Lobe as one of the region’s “Up and Coming Lawyers” and Rochester copy operator Curtis Burnett for the “Law Firm Administrator” award.
New York Law Journal | September 29, 2021
This roundup of notable New York State legal moves includes the arrival of New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Laura Sugarman, who focuses her practice on cooperative and condominium conversions, and commercial real estate transactions.
American Lawyer | September 28, 2021
This article on the booming demand for real estate lawyers includes the arrival of New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Laura Sugarman—who focuses her practice on cooperative and condominium conversions, and commercial real estate transactions—to the firm.
Spectrum News NY1 | September 27, 2021
This article covering New York’s proposed “Green Amendment” that would enshrine the right to a clean environment in the state’s constitution references NP’s client alert, discussing how New York’s amendment differs from other states in that it offers courts greater flexibility to interpret and apply. San Francisco partner Alison Torbitt, Albany associate Dana Stanton, Rochester associate Sarah Lobe, and Rochester senior environmental health engineer Libby Ford, all with the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, coauthored the client alert.
New York Law Journal | September 23, 2021
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley contributed this article discussing New York State’s amendment to its estate transfer tax statute, its elimination of “grossing-up” which historically raised the total amount paid by the purchaser, and the amendment’s implications for attorneys of project sponsors.
Crain’s Chicago | September 16, 2021
This column of notable executive moves includes the arrival of Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Gregg Dorman and associate Spenser Sotolongo to the firm.
Bloomberg Law | September 15, 2021
This roundup of notable legal news and moves mentions the arrival of New York Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Laura Sugarman, who focuses her practice on cooperative and condominium conversions, and commercial real estate transactions.
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly | September 10, 2021
This article covers a Supreme Judicial Court ruling that an enforcement action brought by the Northern Conservation Commission over an asserted Wetlands Protection Act violation occurring decades ago, under previous owners, was still timely. Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate senior counsel Don Cooper, who filed an amicus brief on behalf of the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions, is quoted on the significance of the ruling in answering a long-standing question about the timeline for enforcement.
Bloomberg Law | September 09, 2021
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader Erica Buckley contributed this article on the efficiencies she gained while working from her upstate New York home during the pandemic, and how the new norms have allowed her to achieve better work-life balance while simultaneously expanding her practice.
Rochester Business Journal | September 03, 2021
This article, focusing on the major trends driving the business of law post-pandemic, quotes Rochester office managing partner Jared Lusk, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, on recruiting legal talent outside of cities where the firm has physical offices as one of the efficiencies gained during the pandemic.
Affordable Housing Finance | September 03, 2021
This column on notable moves in the affordable housing finance industry highlights Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associates Mauricio Cuellar, Steve Fantuzzo, and Matthew King and their moves to the firm, while also detailing their practices.
Tax Credit Advisor | September 01, 2021
This article on landlords helping tenants navigate rental assistance programs quotes Washington, DC Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Harry Kelly on the process of connecting residents with rental assistance resources and potential challenges along the way.
Law360 | August 18, 2021
This article on notable partner-level promotions during Q2 includes the appointment of Providence Labor & Employment partner Stacie Collier to Chief Talent Officer. In addition, NP’s recent appointments to department heads and practice group leaders were included: San Francisco Complex Commercial Disputes partner Tony Barron as Litigation Department chair, Boston Private Equity & Investment Funds partner John Beals as Investment Funds practice group leader, Boston Corporate partner Chris Keefe as Business & Finance Department chair, Los Angeles Corporate partner Shahzad Malik as Tax team co-leader, Washington DC Community Development Finance partner Matt Mullen as Community Development Finance practice group leader, and Albany Private Equity partner Todd Tidgewell as Corporate practice group leader.
Modern Restaurant Management | August 16, 2021
This state-of-the-restaurant-industry and outlook article includes NP’s Q3 Food & Beverage Crystal Ball, covering trends around labor shortages, ransomware attacks, wildfires, and brewery distribution agreements. The insights were provided by Intellectual Property co-leader and Cybersecurity & Privacy team leader Jason Kravitz and Corporate associate Anthony Bova, both in Boston; Providence Labor & Employment counsel Jessica Schachter Jewell; and San Francisco counsel Ian T. O’Banion, and Albany associate Dana P. Stanton, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group
Bloomberg Law | August 12, 2021
The following articles highlight Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Gregg Dorman and his move to the firm. American Lawyer’s trends article, focusing on the uptick in real estate transactions and how law firms are meeting that demand, quotes Gregg for his outlook on the effects of the pandemic on the suburbs, older malls, and multistory residential projects.
American Lawyer | August 12, 2021
The following article highlight Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Gregg Dorman and his move to the firm. American Lawyer’s trends article, focusing on the uptick in real estate transactions and how law firms are meeting that demand, quotes Gregg for his outlook on the effects of the pandemic on the suburbs, older malls, and multistory residential projects.
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin | August 12, 2021
This column of notable legal moves highlights Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Gregg Dorman and his arrival to the firm.
Crain’s New York | August 12, 2021
Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader and New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley co-wrote this op-ed analyzing New York’s Martin Act and the ways in which the state’s attorney general can modify current regulations in order to prevent the kind of apartment building collapse that devastated Surfside, Florida.
New York YIMBY | August 04, 2021
This article covers Camber Property Group&rsquos latest acquisition of an affordable housing apartment in the New York City neighborhood of Harlem. The deal will extend affordability protections for the maximum 40-year term through a new U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development contract and an agreement with the City of New York. NP is mentioned for the work by New York City partner Aaron Yowell, strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, and associate James Allen, and Boston counsel Alexander Rosso, all in the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, for advising Camber Property.
Journal of Affordable Housing | July 26, 2021
Washington, DC Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner and Housing Regulatory team leader Richard Price and associate Rebecca Simon contributed this article discussing recent developments in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rental Housing Service programs, funding issues that have created challenges to preservation, and preservation strategies that have been used to overcome, in part, the funding challenges.
New York Law Journal | July 16, 2021
This roundup of notable New York State legal moves includes the arrivals of Rochester associates Mauricio Cuellar, Steve Fantuzzo, and Matthew King, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
Spectrum News | July 15, 2021
Los Angeles office managing partner Justin Thompson, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, is quoted throughout this article discussing some of the legal hurdles and general challenges companies could face as they plan to roll out drone delivery.
The Deal | July 15, 2021
In two separate articles, the publication highlighted the firm for advising American International Group, Inc. in the pending sale of a $5.1 billion affordable housing portfolio to Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust. Washington, DC Community Development Finance partner Liz Young is noted in one of the stories for leading the NP deal team.
In addition to Liz, the NP team includes Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Dara Histed, Project Finance & Public Finance partner Carla Young, Community Development Finance senior counsel Jeff Lesk, and Corporate partner John Partigan, all of Washington, DC; Global Finance partner Amanda Darwin, Affordable Housing & Real Estate associates Julie Stande and Ali Walendziak, and Community Development Finance associate Nury Aguasvivas, all of Boston; Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Emily Schwebke and Project Finance & Public Finance resident attorney Jacalyn Smith, both of Chicago; Manchester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Talia Burghard; Long Island Affordable Housing & Real Estate paralegal Lori Esposito; and Los Angeles Corporate paralegal Mina Gonzaque-Taylor.
Crain’s Chicago | July 12, 2021
This column of notable executive moves includes Chicago Community Development Finance associate Kate Michalski and her arrival to the firm.
Bloomberg CityLab | July 01, 2021
In this article, New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Meghan Altidor discusses how California and New York are turning hotels into housing.
Power Finance & Risk | June 30, 2021
This article on the Internal Revenue Service’s one-year extension for renewable energy projects to qualify for federal tax credits quotes Washington, DC Community Development Finance partner Shariff Barakat for his outlook on the bifurcation of the safe harbor and the “continuous effort” rule.
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly | June 28, 2021
This special feature highlights Boston co-office managing partner Chris Froeb, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, as a “go to” commercial real estate attorney in the state.
New York Law Journal | June 23, 2021
Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader and New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley contributed this column on New York state’s mortgage recording tax credit, which offers relief to real estate professionals, and how the governor’s executive order suspending the deadline to take advantage of the credit will alleviate some of the marketplace disruptions caused by COVID-19.
McKnight’s Senior Living | June 22, 2021
The following trade publication covered the appointment of Washington, DC partner Matthew Mullen to lead the Community Development Finance group in their columns of notable executive moves within the industry.
National Housing & Rehabilitation Association/HousingOnline.com | June 22, 2021
The following article highlights NP’s work on a complex financing transaction and status conversion that will provide St. Stephens Retirement Center in San Diego with decades of financial certainty as well as funding to rehabilitate the property. This is the first deal ever in California to utilize the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) “RAD for PRAC” program, which can help owners of eligible seniors housing properties convert existing rental assistance contracts to enable access to private capital for conducting repairs and improvements, as well as maintaining ownership in affordable housing properties. Washington, DC senior counsel Monica Sussman and New York counsel Kathie Soroka led the deal team, which also included Washington, DC associate Brendan Cardella-Koll, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
WBUR | June 22, 2021
This article quotes Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks related to Jamaica Plain’s Forbes building, where the owners are trying to keep the development affordable and prevent current residents from being displaced.
Affordable Housing Finance | June 21, 2021
The following trade publication covered the appointment of Washington, DC partner Matthew Mullen to lead the Community Development Finance group in their columns of notable executive moves within the industry.
McKnight’s Senior Living | June 21, 2021
The following article highlights NP’s work on a complex financing transaction and status conversion that will provide St. Stephens Retirement Center in San Diego with decades of financial certainty as well as funding to rehabilitate the property. This is the first deal ever in California to utilize the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) “RAD for PRAC” program, which can help owners of eligible seniors housing properties convert existing rental assistance contracts to enable access to private capital for conducting repairs and improvements, as well as maintaining ownership in affordable housing properties. Washington, DC senior counsel Monica Sussman and New York counsel Kathie Soroka led the deal team, which also included Washington, DC associate Brendan Cardella-Koll, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
Bloomberg Law | June 14, 2021
This column of notable legal news highlights the appointment of Washington, DC partner Matthew Mullen to lead the Community Development Finance group.
Power Finance & Risk | June 09, 2021
This article mentions NP for advising DIF Capital Partners’ infrastructure fund on its agreement to acquire the Kingfisher wind farm in Oklahoma. The deal team includes Washington, DC Community Development Finance partner Shariff Barakat, Rochester Corporate partner Lori Green, Buffalo Global Finance partner Martha Anderson, and Rochester Corporate associate Aya Hoffman.
Also contributing to the deal were New York City Corporate partner Rick Cox; Manchester partner Mark Beaudoin and San Francisco partner Alison Torbitt, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group; and Washington, DC partners Elizabeth Whittle and Bob Daileader and counsel Ken Weiner, all of the Project Finance & Public Finance group.
Washington Business Journal | June 01, 2021
This article mentions NP for advising the American Bankers Association on the lease of its new 87,000-square-foot headquarters. Washington, DC office managing partner Colette Dafoe and Chicago associate Emily Schwebke, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, negotiated the lease on behalf of ABA while Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Darren Miller led negotiations on construction and architect agreements for the build-out.
The Daily Record | May 28, 2021
Rochester office managing partner Jared Lusk, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, is quoted extensively in this article on how the professional services industry is preparing for a post-COVID world, discussing the rise in remote work, and the resiliency and openness to new ideas the industry has shown over the past 18 months.
Real Estate Weekly | May 10, 2021
This article, on Silver Street Development’s joint venture partnership with LIHC Investment Group to rehabilitate low-income housing development Marble Hall Apartments, mentions the firm for the work by New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Joe Lynch in representing Silver Street.
Rochester Business Journal | April 23, 2021
This feature story on growth and expansion of NP client REV LNG LLC, which specializes in renewable energy project development and mobile energy services, quotes Rochester office managing partner Jared Lusk, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, for NP’s close partnership and collaboration with REV LNG CEO David Kailbourne to help grow the company.
Washington Business Journal | April 15, 2021
This article on clean technology in the Washington, DC region details New Partners Community Solar’s roots within our firm, as well as the organization’s mission, and quotes New Partners CEO Herb Stevens and President Jeff Lesk, both senior counsel with the Community Development Finance group in DC.
Bloomberg Tax | April 13, 2021
In this article about new proposed IRS rules for foreign investors in opportunity zones, Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder is quoted on the challenges these investors could face in trying to benefit from the tax breaks.
Rochester Business Journal | April 09, 2021
Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Sarah Lobe and senior environmental health engineer Libby Ford contributed this article on the proposed environmental rights amendment to the Bill of Rights of the New York State Constitution, on which New Yorkers will vote in November.
Law360 | April 01, 2021
This article on notable moves in real estate law includes Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Jim Mayer’s and Mike Kuppersmith’s move to the firm.
Reuters Legal | March 22, 2021
This national column of notable legal moves includes Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Jim Mayer’s and Mike Kuppersmith’s move to the firm.
Los Angeles Times | March 22, 2021
Los Angeles office managing partner Justin Thompson, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, participated in a virtual roundtable discussion on COVID-19’s impact on commercial real estate, market-driving trends, and what’s on the horizon for the industry.
Law360 | March 19, 2021
Cooperatives and Condominiums practice team leader and New York City partner Erica Buckley is featured in this Q&A article on her outlook for New York’s affordable and middle-market residential sectors during the pandemic. This story is part of a series spotlighting female real estate leaders during Women’s History Month.
City & State | March 16, 2021
Cooperatives & Condominiums practice team leader and New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley is included in this list of attorneys influencing New York’s political and government spheres.
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin | March 15, 2021
This column of notable legal news includes Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Jim Mayer’s and Mike Kuppersmith’s move to the firm.
The American Lawyer | March 12, 2021
This article on the uptick in hiring of transactional partners among Big Law firms includes Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Jim Mayer’s and Mike Kuppersmith’s move to the firm.
Bloomberg Law | March 11, 2021
This column of notable legal news includes Chicago Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Jim Mayer’s and Mike Kuppersmith’s move to the firm.
Newsday | March 10, 2021
This article on New York Gov. Cuomo’s COVID-19 Emergency Protect Our Small Businesses Act quotes Long Island Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Michael Webb on the law’s eviction safeguards for small businesses and landlords, the businesses that the law applies to, and exceptions for evictions.
Regulatory Compliance Watch | March 08, 2021
In this article on how opportunity zones have attracted examiner interest, Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder is quoted on IRS guidelines around opportunity zones, the delays caused by COVID, and what constitutes a qualified asset.
Capital Region Chamber | March 08, 2021
This column of notable moves in New York’s Capital Region includes Albany Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Beth Morss’ move to the firm.
New York Law Journal | March 08, 2021
In the latest installment of her “Ask the Former Regulator“ column, Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader and New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley discusses the Multiple Dwelling Law and the proposed law to allow the conversion of a hotel to a for-sale condominium.
Law360 | March 08, 2021
This contributed article, which examines the OCC’s finalized rule governing national banks’ ability to participate in equity-based finance structures involving tax credits, was authored by Project Finance & Public Finance partner Ellen Friedman and Global Finance senior counsel Larry Fruchtman, both in New York City; Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder in Boston; and Community Development Finance partners Michael Goldman and Shariff Barakat, both in Washington, DC.
Newsday | March 04, 2021
Long Island Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Michael Webb was included in this column of notable executive news on Long Island for his promotion to counsel.
New York Real Estate Journal | March 02, 2021
This article, focusing on the slated project to preserve Calvary Baptist Church Senior Housing’s studio and one-bedroom apartments for low-income seniors, mentions the firm for the work by New York City partner Joe Lynch and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen and Rochester associate Matt Carrigg, all in the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, in advising CB Emmanuel.
Tax Credit Advisor | March 01, 2021
This article quotes Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder on the 4 percent Low-Income Housing Tax Credit floor included in COVID-19 legislation, specifically related to parties that acquired used facilities in 2020 with 2021 bonds.
Rochester Business Journal | February 26, 2021
Rochester office managing partner and Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jared Lusk has been named to the publication’s “Power 100 List 2021”. The accolade also includes a short Q&A article on Jared’s proudest accomplishments, community involvement, and important lessons he’s learned.
Bloomberg Law | February 18, 2021
San Francisco Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Alison Torbitt contributed this article on how the California Environmental Protection Agency’s vapor intrusion guidance may impact residential development on the state’s brownfields.
Innovate Long Island | February 17, 2021
This morning roundup of notable business news in Long Island includes the launch of the Long Island office’s “What’s New” virtual workshop series, designed to keep participants up-to-date with the fast-paced, post-pandemic changes across law and industry.
Bloomberg Law | February 17, 2021
This roundup of notable legal industry news and people moves includes Nixon Peabody’s promotion of 12 attorneys to counsel.
WealthManagement.com | February 09, 2021
This article, on how investors are finding more ways to invest in affordable housing, quotes New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen on how geography comes into play with tax credits and investments made by private equity firms and developers.
Banker & Tradesman | February 01, 2021
This roundup of appointments and executive moves across the Massachusetts real estate and banking sectors covers Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks’ appointment as chairman of the board for Boston-based developer, owner, and operator 2Life Communities.
Real Estate Finance Journal | February 01, 2021
New York Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Richard Shore contributed this article analyzing the recent decision in Backal Hospitality Group, LLC v. 627 West 42nd Retail LLC and what it means for commercial tenants and landlords and future proceedings related to the nonpayment of rent during COVID-19.
Bloomberg Law | February 01, 2021
The launch of the firm’s State Attorneys General practice team is included in this roundup of notable legal news. The team is led by New York Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley; New York partner Travis Hill and Boston partners Bill Codinha and Rob Fisher, of the Government Investigations & White Collar Defense group.
New York Law Journal | January 28, 2021
The launch of the firm’s State Attorneys General practice team is included in this roundup article of notable legal news. The team is led by New York Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley; New York partner Travis Hill and Boston partners Bill Codinha and Rob Fisher, of the Government Investigations & White Collar Defense group.
Seniors Housing Business | January 28, 2021
This article covers Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks for being named chairman of the board for Boston-based developer, owner, and operator 2Life Communities. The article highlights Jeff’s work in Massachusetts to transform outdated public housing projects into vital communities for low-income residents.
Affordable Housing Finance - Lessons Learned in 2020 | January 04, 2021
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen is quoted in Affordable Housing Finance’s 2021 outlook and 2020 year-end articles. Deborah is quoted for her perspective on the exponential growth in the need for affordable housing and how the adjustments by industry practitioners to the “new normal“ improved efficiency.
Affordable Housing Finance | January 04, 2021
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen is quoted in Affordable Housing Finance’s 2021 outlook and 2020 year-end articles. Deborah is quoted for her perspective on the exponential growth in the need for affordable housing and how the adjustments by industry practitioners to the “new normal“ improved efficiency.
Boston Business Journal | December 29, 2020
This article, which discusses office and retail space remaining empty and landlords beginning to sue for rent payment, mentions the formation of NP’s Commercial Lease Disputes practice team in anticipation of a potential wave of cases. Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Matthew Lynch, Providence Complex Commercial Disputes partner Jeff Brenner, and Washington, D.C. Complex Commercial Disputes partner Vernon Johnson co-lead the new practice team.
Tax Notes | December 28, 2020
Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder co-authored this letter to the IRS, republished by Tax Notes, related to income averaging regulations for low-income housing tax credits.
CoStar News | December 23, 2020
Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder and Washington, D.C. Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Richard Price comment on the low-income housing tax credit rate being fixed at 4% in Congress’ recently passed spending bill, and what that could mean in practical terms.
Law360 | December 23, 2020
This article on how commercial landlords are navigating rent disagreements with tenants quotes Commercial Lease Disputes team co-leader and Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Matthew Lynch on the unusual nature of the current environment, and the potential for judges in some instances to read outside the four corners of the lease.
Crain’s New York | December 21, 2020
Cooperatives & Condominiums team leader and New York City partner Erica Buckley is featured in this article for being named one of the city’s “Notable Women in Law“ for the third year in a row.
Connect CRE | December 18, 2020
The firm was mentioned in this article on the FHA Section 223(f) refinancing loan for Israel Senior Citizen Housing I and II, an apartment complex for the elderly in the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Queens, NY. Washington, D.C. partner Susanna Mitchell and New York City strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, advised JASA Corporation in the deal.
Real Estate Weekly | December 16, 2020
The firm was mentioned in this article on the FHA Section 223(f) refinancing loan for Israel Senior Citizen Housing I and II, an apartment complex for the elderly in the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Queens, NY. Washington, D.C. partner Susanna Mitchell and New York City strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, both in the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, advised JASA Corporation in the deal.
New York Law Journal | December 11, 2020
In the latest installment of her “Ask the Former Regulator“ column, New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Erica Buckley discusses whether a housing development fund company that operates as a housing cooperative can go private and what factors shareholders need to consider.
Affordable Housing Finance | December 02, 2020
This article on the conversion of 90 Sands St.—a well-known building in New York City and former Jehovah Witnesses’ hotel—into affordable and supportive housing mentions the firm for the work of New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Joe Lynch, strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, and associate Julia Casteleiro in representing Breaking Ground, New York’s largest supportive housing developer.
Multi-Housing News | November 24, 2020
The following articles highlight the conversion of 90 Sands St.—a well-known building in New York City and former Jehovah Witnesses’ hotel—into affordable and supportive housing. The firm was mentioned for the work by New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Joe Lynch, strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, and associate Julia Casteleiro in representing Breaking Ground, New York’s largest supportive housing developer.
Bisnow | November 24, 2020
This article on the conversion of 90 Sands St.—a well-known building in New York City and former Jehovah Witnesses’ hotel—into affordable and supportive housing mentions the firm for the work of New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Joe Lynch, strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, and associate Julia Casteleiro in representing Breaking Ground, New York’s largest supportive housing developer.
Brooklyn Daily Eagle | November 23, 2020
The following article highlights the conversion of 90 Sands St.—a well-known building in New York City and former Jehovah Witnesses’ hotel—into affordable and supportive housing. The firm was mentioned for the work by New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Joe Lynch, strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, and associate Julia Casteleiro in representing Breaking Ground, New York’s largest supportive housing developer.
WROC-TV News 8 | November 18, 2020
This broadcast segment features Rochester office managing partner Jared Lusk, of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group, and longtime client REV LNG CEO David Kailbourne discussing how the company has grown in the renewable energy sector while also making a positive impact on the Rochester community.
Multi-Housing News | November 03, 2020
The following article covers client Avanath Capital Management’s acquisition of a 207-unit apartment community in Boston, a complex transaction that will preserve Morton Village as an affordable housing property for many years to come. The stories mention NP for the firm’s work as legal counsel and name members of the deal team, New York City partner Tatiana Gutierrez, Boston partners Jeff Sacks and Ruth Silman, and associate Ali Walendziak, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
Modern Restaurant Management | November 02, 2020
This roundup of current industry issues to watch highlights several thought leadership pieces from NP’s recently published fourth-quarter Food & Beverage Crystal Ball. The publication summarizes trends provided by San Francisco partner Alison Torbitt and counsel Ian O’Banion, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate Group; Rochester Corporate associate Isaac Figueras; and San Francisco Labor & Employment associates Rachel Conn and Maritza Martin.
Yield PRO | November 02, 2020
The following article covers client Avanath Capital Management’s acquisition of a 207-unit apartment community in Boston, a complex transaction that will preserve Morton Village as an affordable housing property for many years to come. The stories mention NP for the firm’s work as legal counsel and name members of the deal team, New York City partner Tatiana Gutierrez, Boston partners Jeff Sacks and Ruth Silman, and associate Ali Walendziak, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
NJBiz | October 22, 2020
This article mentions the firm for representing Hudson Valley Property Group LLC in its partnership with Nuveen Investments for the purchase of a 412-unit affordable apartment portfolio in Jersey City. The deal team included New York partner Aaron Yowell and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, Boston partner Chris Froeb, and Washington, D.C. partner Susanna Mitchell, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
Affordable Housing Finance | October 21, 2020
This article mentions the firm for representing Hudson Valley Property Group LLC in its partnership with Nuveen Investments for the purchase of a 412-unit affordable apartment portfolio in Jersey City. The deal team included New York partner Aaron Yowell and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, Boston partner Chris Froeb, and Washington, D.C. partner Susanna Mitchell, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
Real Estate Weekly | October 13, 2020
This article mentions the firm for representing Hudson Valley Property Group LLC in its partnership with Nuveen Investments in the purchase of a 412-unit affordable apartment portfolio in Jersey City. The deal team included New York partner Aaron Yowell and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, Boston partner Chris Froeb, and Washington, D.C. partner Susanna Mitchell, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
Seniors Housing Business | October 06, 2020
The following article cover NP’s role in securing financing deals for client Wollaston Lutheran Housing, allowing the affordable-housing provider to substantially upgrade two properties in Quincy, MA. Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks led the deal team, which also included Boston associates Ali Walendziak and Alexander Rosso, and Washington, DC counsel Anthony Ruvolo, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
REBusinessOnline | October 05, 2020
The following article cover NP’s role in securing financing deals for client Wollaston Lutheran Housing, allowing the affordable-housing provider to substantially upgrade two properties in Quincy, MA. Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks led the deal team, which also included Boston associates Ali Walendziak and Alexander Rosso, and Washington, DC counsel Anthony Ruvolo, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
Connect Media CRE | October 05, 2020
The following article cover NP’s role in securing financing deals for client Wollaston Lutheran Housing, allowing the affordable-housing provider to substantially upgrade two properties in Quincy, MA. Boston Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks led the deal team, which also included Boston associates Ali Walendziak and Alexander Rosso, and Washington, DC counsel Anthony Ruvolo, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group.
WRCN 103.9 FM Long Island Radio | October 04, 2020
Cooperatives & Condominiums practice team leader and New York Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley was featured in this radio segment focusing on the Martin Act (one of the most exhaustive securities laws in the country), New York State filings and compliance, and investigation and enforcement by the New York Attorney General.
Rochester Business Journal | October 02, 2020
In this article on Rochester’s mix of housing and real estate developments, Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Matt Carrigg is quoted for his outlook on the uptick in affordable housing developments, and interest from local and out-of-state developers.
Real Estate Weekly | September 28, 2020
This article on the ground-breaking of Bishop Valero Residence, an affordable housing development for low-income seniors and formerly homeless adults, quotes New York Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Joe Lynch for leading the team that advised Catholic Charities Progress of Peoples Development Corporation. The deal team also included Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Darren Miller and associate Matt Carrigg.
Affordable Housing Finance | September 22, 2020
This article quotes New York Affordable Housing and Real Estate strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen on a potentially historic opportunity to address the affordable housing crisis by accessing some older properties not originally built as affordable housing.
National Real Estate Investor | September 16, 2020
In this article on apartment developers and their outlook on the real estate market, New York Affordable Housing & Real Estate strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen is quoted on the possible use of hotels for affordable housing.
Affordable Housing Finance | September 10, 2020
Washington, D.C. Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Richard Price contributed this article which breaks down some of the complexities of managing the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s multifamily programs.
Rochester Business Journal | September 04, 2020
Rochester Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Ashley Champion is recognized as one of Rochester Business Journal’s 2020 “Forty Under 40” honorees.
GlobeSt | August 31, 2020
In this article, Los Angeles Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Ed Campbell comments on the impact that construction, public-private partnerships, local impact fees, and other community conditions are having (and will have) on California’s affordable housing industry.
Multi-Housing News | August 06, 2020
This article on Fort Schuyler House, a 138-unit affordable senior housing community in the Bronx, mentions NP for the work of New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Joe Lynch and Meghan Altidor, and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen representing the developer in the deal.
Affordable Housing Finance | July 28, 2020
This article on the $224 million in supplemental payments that the Department of Housing and Urban Development is making available to owners of properties receiving project-based rental assistance links to New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Kathie Soroka and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen’s client alert on the topic.
Senior Housing News | July 22, 2020
Nixon Peabody client Hebrew SeniorLife (HSL) was included in this roundup of notable deals for closing on the financing of two Boston-area properties that will help the organization with its post-pandemic future. Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks, and associates Ali Walendziak and Alexander Rosso were mentioned for representing HSL in the Randolph financing. Jeff Sacks and Affordable Housing & Real Estate associate Julie Hancock Stande were noted for representing HSL in the Brookline transaction. All the attorneys are based in Boston.
New York Law Journal | July 16, 2020
In her latest “Ask the Former Regulator” column, New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley examines some of the limited relief afforded to condominium sponsors under the recent executive orders signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Affordable Housing Finance | June 23, 2020
In this article detailing progress and challenges that housing programs face in their fight against homelessness, New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen provides her perspective on why affordability remains one of the biggest challenges.
Bloomberg Tax | June 23, 2020
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Kathie Soroka contributed this article on how the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Rental Assistance Demonstration program can be combined with low-income housing tax credits to provide stable investment opportunities in uncertain times.
Habitat | June 08, 2020
This feature article on New York City’s first-ever Housing Development Fund Corporation cooperative dissolution and reconstitution to free-market status quotes Cooperatives & Condominiums practice team leader Erica Buckley and mentions Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Ruben Ravago, both of New York City, for advising West Village Houses.
Bloomberg Tax | June 05, 2020
This article quotes Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder on new Treasury guidance related to opportunity zone investors, noting what he’s been seeing in the space as well as issues that remain unaddressed.
Pacific Coast Business Times | May 29, 2020
Los Angeles office managing partner and Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Justin Thompson wrote this article about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted commercial real estate and steps that the industry can take towards recovery.
Politico | May 14, 2020
This roundup of lobby hires mentions that apartment industry advocacy group National Multifamily Housing Council has hired Washington, DC, Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Richard Price to lobby on amendments to the CARES Act.
Crain’s New York | April 29, 2020
Cooperatives & Condominium practice team leader Erica Buckley contributed this op-ed on New York City’s real estate landscape during the pandemic, offering her outlook and appeal for affordable housing and home ownership.
Bisnow | April 23, 2020
This article, which mentions NP for representing the developer in the transaction, covers a $50 million financing deal that enables construction of a new 191-unit residential building in Northeast Washington, D.C. The deal team included Washington, D.C. partner Susanna Mitchell, New York City partner Meghan Altidor, and Boston associate Alexander Rosso, all of the Affordable Housing and Real Estate group.
Chicago Tribune | April 01, 2020
In this front-page article in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner David Allswang provided comments that commercial landlords are bracing for a significant drop in rent payments in April amid the coronavirus crisis, citing anecdotal data from commercial property owners in London.
Affordable Housing Finance | March 31, 2020
Washington, D.C. Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Richard Price shares his perspective on the early impact of COVID-19 on the affordable housing industry, including how the federal government should respond.
Commercial Observer | March 28, 2020
Los Angeles office managing partner Justin Thompson, of the Affordable Housing and Real Estate practice group, says there is no modern comparison to California’s blanket moratorium on evictions during the coronavirus crisis.
Habitat | March 26, 2020
New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Erica Buckley and counsel Ruben Ravago co-wrote this contributed article, based on their NP client alert, about the key issues condo boards and co-ops must consider before enlisting the assistance of volunteers during a pandemic.
Affordable Housing Finance | March 16, 2020
New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate Strategic Policy Advisor Deborah VanAmerongen analyzes new COVID-19 guidance from the Department of Housing and Urban Development for owners and managers of HUD-assisted housing.
City and State | March 09, 2020
New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Erica Buckley appears on this City and State 2020 Law Power List, recognizing New York’s most politically powerful lawyers.
Washington Lawyer | March 01, 2020
This in-depth profile of New Partners Community Solar features Nixon Peabody’s role in the project and quotes Washington, DC, Community Development Finance senior counsel Jeff Lesk and senior counsel Herb Stevens.
National Mortgage Professional | February 20, 2020
This article is about the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s decision to extend the public comment period regarding proposed changes to the Community Reinvestment Act, and it mentions Nixon Peabody for New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Tatiana Gutierrez’s pro bono work as part of the team helping the National Housing Conference develop a detailed response.
Brick Underground | February 19, 2020
This article features New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley talking about the process for condo and co-op owners who may want to buy a second unit in the same building to combine with their current home.
Law360 | February 19, 2020
New York City Corporate partner Rick Cox provides commentary in this article about how managers of qualified opportunity funds can minimize conflicts of interest through organizational documents.
Albany Times Union | February 15, 2020
This roundup of personnel moves in the Albany business community highlights the promotion of Albany Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Peter Trimarchi, who is part of NP’s new partner class for 2020.
Affordable Housing Finance | February 10, 2020
This roundup of personnel moves in the affordable housing space highlights the promotions of Los Angeles Community Development partner Sonia Nayak, Washington, DC, Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Dara Newman Histed, and New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Dana Roper, all of whom officially joined the NP partnership this month.
Albany Business Review | January 31, 2020
This round-up of personnel moves in the Albany area features Albany Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Peter Trimarchi, who is part of NP’s new partner class for fiscal 2020.
New York Real Estate Journal | January 21, 2020
This article highlights New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Tatiana Gutierrez, who served as moderator of a Social Impact Investing in Housing panel at NP’s office. Tatiana is a board member for Women in Housing and Financing, Inc., which convened the panel.
Bloomberg Tax | January 06, 2020
Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder wrote this contributed article analyzing the recently finalized IRS regulations governing opportunity zones.
Affordable Housing Finance | December 26, 2019
Boston Community Development Finance partner Forrest Milder wrote this contributed article analyzing the final IRS regulations governing opportunity zones, the tax-advantaged investment opportunity created by Congress in 2017.
Multi-Housing News | December 19, 2019
This article about the opening of Stonewall House in Brooklyn—New York State’s first LGBT-friendly affordable elder housing—mentions Nixon Peabody for advising BFC Partners on the development.
New York Law Journal | December 18, 2019
In her latest “Ask the Former Regulator” column, New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Erica Buckley answers a question from a condominium sponsor in New York City who is beginning to sell condo units with only a temporary certificate of occupancy.
Corporate Counsel | December 16, 2019
This article, covering six tips for general counsel to fortify their corporate reputations, cites New Partners Community Solar Corporation as an example of effectively collaborating with others for greater impact. The authors mention Nixon Peabody’s collaboration with the District Department of Energy & Environment, Brookfield Properties, National Housing Trust Community Development Fund, Enterprise Community Partners, and Sol Systems in forming NP Community Solar.
Long Island Business News | November 21, 2019
This story highlights Nixon Peabody’s work on a deal to open a 135-unit supportive and affordable housing development for homeless veterans and low-income families in Brooklyn. Partner Aaron Yowell, partner-elect Dana Roper, and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen, all of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate Group in New York City, were part of the deal team. Aaron is quoted in the article.
Reuters Legal | November 12, 2019
This roundup of personnel moves in the legal industry highlights the promotions of Complex Commercial Disputes partner Kathleen Ceglarski Burns and Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Chris Froeb to co-OMPs of the Boston office.
Best Lawyers | October 21, 2019
San Francisco Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Alison Torbitt wrote this contributed article analyzing the increasing appetite among employees and investors for corporate social responsibility and environmental, social and governance standards. Alison also writes about how companies’ general counsels can participate in these initiatives.
Rochester Business Journal and The Daily Record | October 11, 2019
This story quotes Rochester Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Bruce Baker on the variety of different ways for investors to take advantage of opportunity zones, in Rochester and across the country.
New York Law Journal | September 30, 2019
In the latest installment of her “Ask the Former Regulator” column, New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Erica Buckley analyzes new legislative language that changes the threshold for effective offering plans on rental conversions.
The Real Deal | September 17, 2019
New York City Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Erica Buckley comments on presidential candidate Bernie Sanders’ proposed plan for increased federal funding for community land trusts, an arrangement in which nonprofits acquire land as a permanent location for affordable housing.
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly | August 22, 2019
Boston Affordable Housing and Real Estate partner Jeff Sacks wrote this contributed article analyzing a ruling by the Appellate Tax Board on the proper method of determining real estate taxes for senior living facilities that use an entry fee model. Boston law clerk Thomas Jackson contributed to the article.
Affordable Housing Finance | August 08, 2019
This roundup of executive moves in the affordable housing space includes the arrivals of two New York City associates, Abigail Patterson and Richard Shore, both of the Affordable Housing and Real Estate practice group.
Law360 | July 16, 2019
This roundup of high-profile activity in the real estate market features partner Aaron Yowell and associate Julia Casteleiro, both of the Affordable Housing and Real Estate practice group in New York City, who provided counsel to Camber Property Group LLC in its $76.25 million purchase of a building and air rights in the Bronx.
New York Nonprofit Media | July 10, 2019
This article highlights New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Tatiana Gutierrez’s appointment to the Board of Citizens Committee for New York City.
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