Lauren recently joined RIW as a member of the firm’s Litigation Department where she represents companies and individuals primarily in the areas of commercial employment litigation and employment law. Why did you become a lawyer? I became a lawyer because I wanted to help people with their opportunities and problems, big or small. Tell us about…

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Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk featuring attorney Adam Gutbezahl, an AI thought leader in the legal field. Adam breaks down how AI tools, especially Large Language Models (LLMs), are being used in business and the potential legal risks they pose. From the dangers of AI-generated misinformation to increasingly convincing phishing scams, he…

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Miguel Velazquez is a paralegal supporting RIW’s Banking, Finance & Lending Department and the Corporate Restructuring & Distressed Assets Group. His role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, from administrative support to preparing important legal documents. Miguel excels in managing extensive caseloads, ensuring each client receives the utmost attention and service. Why did you become a paralegal? One…

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Congratulations to RIW’s Franchise Group Chair, Eric Sigman, for being named a 2025 Legal Eagle by Franchise Times magazine! As a corporate transactional attorney with a deep focus on franchise law, Eric counsels single-unit and multi-unit franchisees on all aspects of negotiating franchise and multi-unit and area development agreements, capital structures, financing, corporate formation, mergers…

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Hot off the press: the latest issue of The Industry is here! Our Restaurant & Hospitality Group has put together another value-packed edition, covering key legal insights and trends to help you navigate the hospitality industry. In this issue, we’re diving into: Franchise Leasing: Whether you’re a franchisor, franchisee, or landlord, Eric Sigman outlines what…

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In recent years, high interest rates, inflation, and changing consumer trends have resulted in a tightening of financing options available for restaurants. Lenders often require various forms of collateral for restaurant financing, particularly in assets that hold strong market value and can be resold in case of a borrower default. One increasingly popular solution for restaurateurs…

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For a franchisee, entering into a franchise agreement with a franchisor is just the first step in their new journey to entrepreneurship. Following the execution of the franchise agreement, the franchisee will simultaneously go through the franchisor-required training while also making one of the most important decisions in the process—selecting the location of their business. This location…

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We are happy to share that Banking Department attorney Christopher Lhulier has been elevated to Shareholder! This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Chris’s hard work, practice area expertise, and client service skills. During his almost five-year tenure at the Firm, he has consistently gone above and beyond to provide exceptional legal counsel, build strong…

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RIW client Tavern in the Square was recently acquired by Authentic Restaurant Brands, a platform of leading regional restaurant brands. Tavern in the Square is a beloved New England mainstay, and this deal marks the next exciting step in its over twenty-year history. Corporate Department attorneys Bethany Grazio, Gary Bubb, David Musen, and Colby Trace…

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Check out the latest episode of Transaction Talk featuring Megan Kearney, entrepreneur, franchisee, and Partner at Exit Factor Lexington, to discuss why every business owner needs an exit plan. Exit Factor is a business coaching and consulting firm that helps entrepreneurs increase profits, free up their time, and unlock their business’s true value. In their…

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