FLB Insights
How Landlord or Tenant Bankruptcy Impacts a Commercial Lease
When a commercial landlord or tenant files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, certain provisions in the bankruptcy code dictate how the commercial lease will be handled. This article breakdown of the rights and responsibilities of non-bankrupt parties to a lease in the wake of a bankruptcy declaration.
FLB Law Successfully Represents MoCA CT in Acquisition of 19 Newtown Turnpike Property
FLB Law represented the Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) CT in the acquisition of the property it had been leasing at 19 Newtown Turnpike.
Four New Connecticut Laws to Know for Fall 2024
The law is constantly evolving. This fall, a spate of new laws impact Connecticut residents and businesses in various ways. Here is a roundup of four state laws that took effect October 1.
FLB Law Partner Eric Bernheim to Present at the 2024 ICSC+U.S. LAW Conference
Eric Bernheim, managing partner and head of the firm’s Real Estate & Land Use Practice, will be co-presenting, “Financeable Leases: Find Out What Your Lender Really Wants!” at the 2024 ICSC+U.S. LAW national conference.
Nine FLB Law Attorneys Named to the 2025 Best Lawyers
FLB Law is pleased to announce that nine of its attorneys were selected to the 2025 Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch. This is an exclusive honor given to only 5.3% of practicing attorneys who receive nominations from their colleagues. Alan Rubenstein, the firm’s Family Law attorney, has earned the highest distinction again this year—Lawyer of the Year in Family Law Mediation. Additionally, he has been recognized in the Family Law Arbitration category.
FLB Law Secures Favorable Settlement in Premises Liability Matter Avoiding Protracted Litigation
FLB Law partner Brian Tims secured a favorable settlement for a client without the need for extensive litigation.
FLB Law Settles Lease Dispute for a Fraction of the Seven-Figure Demand
The outcome of this case demonstrates the value that FLB Law’s full-service platform provides our clients.
Successful Real Estate Outlook Highlighted in Westfair Business Journals
FLB Law’s Real Estate Outlook featured in Westfair Business Journal.
FLB Law's Eric Bernheim Recognized in 2024 Chambers USA as a Leading Real Estate Attorney
FLB Law Managing Partner Eric Bernheim has been named a top Real Estate Lawyer in Connecticut by Chambers USA.
FLB Law’s Annual Real Estate Outlook Tackles Residential and Commercial Real Estate Issues in Fairfield County
FLB Law’s annual Real Estate Outlook will feature prominent Fairfield County real estate executives who will discuss housing in the county: challenges, solutions and how it affects the commercial real estate sector.
FLB Law Secures Variances for a Hotly Contested Residential Redevelopment Project in Westport, CT
FLB Law’s Zoning & Land Use attorney Rick Costantini obtained four variances for a residential redevelopment project at 215 Hillspoint Road in Westport, CT. The variances addressed the need for two setbacks, the amount of building coverage, and how the property impacts the sightline at the traffic light on the corner of Old Mill Road and Hillspoint Road.
Copps Island Oysters Taps into FLB Law’s Full-Service Offerings to Support Expansion
FLB Law haS been instrumental in helping Copps Island Oysters become a thriving, multi-faceted company. In addition to assisting with specific projects, FLB Law provides counsel on all aspects of the company’s operation that require legal guidance.
Eric Bernheim to Present at the International Council of Shopping Center (ICSC) Conference
Eric Bernheim’s to speak at ICSC legal conference on what lenders really want to see in leases.
FLB Law Represents Developers in One of the Most Significant Projects in Over a Decade
FLB Law is representing ROAN Development Ventures in what has been lauded as one of the most significant projects in the area in more than a decade.
Municipalities Scale Back Minimum Parking Requirements
Managing Partner Eric Bernheim explains the lastest trends in parking requirements in Connecticut.
FLB Law Negotiates Strong Leases That Enhance Clients’ Market Value
Restaurants looking to expand nationally look to FLB Law’s Hospitality Practice for a sustainable leasing strategy that adds value.
Thomson Reuters Practical Law Publishes a Real Estate Leasing Guide by FLB Law Attorneys
Practical Law publishes a Connecticut leasing guide by FLB Law real estate attorneys.
What Tenants Should Know Before Signing Estoppel Certificates and SNDA Agreements
Before you sign on the dotted line, it’s important to understand the purpose of estoppel certificates and subordination, non-disturbance and attornment (SNDA) agreements and to ensure that your rights are protected under the terms.
Seven Top Tips on Structuring a Restaurant Lease to Support its Operation
Managing Partner Eric Bernheim shares the seven top tips on structuring a restaurant lease to support its operation.
Top Five Things to Consider When Acquiring a Business
Rick Costantini shares the top five things to consider when buying a business.