FLB Insights
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.
The Corporate Transparency Act: What Every Small Business Must Know About Their Reporting Obligations
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) took effect on January 1, 2024, adding another layer of compliance for most businesses. It is important for business owners to understand their obligations under the CTA since the potential penalties for noncompliance are severe
Rick Costantini Successfully Advocates for Neighbor Before the Westport Zoning Board of Appeal
Rick Costantini secures approval from Westport P&Z Commission in support of variance for to allow for the development of a new home at Campo Beach.
FLB Law Secures Key Approvals for Westport Office Complex Medical Conversion
The Planning and Zoning Commission has approved a significant transformation for the two-building office complex at 55-57 Greens Farms Road, allowing the inclusion of medical office space in one of the buildings. This decision, facilitated by FLB Law’s Rick Costantini who presented it to the P&Z Commission on behalf of the owner, 1735 Ashley, LLC, marks the removal of restrictions that had been in place for nearly 45 years.
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.
FLB Law Donates Textbooks to HCC’s New Paralegal Program
FLB Law made a donation to the Housatonic Community College’s new Paralegal Program’s Textbook Reserve Fund.
Nine FLB Law Attorneys Named to 2023 Connecticut Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
Nine FLB Law attorneys have been honored with inclusion in CT Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
FLB Law Creates Deal Structure that Facilitates Business Sale, Protects Client’s Interest and Allows for Retirement
FLB Law facilitated the sale of its client’s business which enabled her to retire on schedule.
Seven Things to Consider When Selling a Business
Rick Costantini shares seven important things to consider when selling a business.
FLB Law Closes $8 Million Loan for Fairfield County Bank during the Last Two and Half Weeks of August
FLB Law expedites the closing of a complex commercial loan during the last two weeks of August.
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.
Garavel Subaru Retains FLB Law to Handle Real Estate Transactions Riddled with Complexities
Garavel Subaru retained FLB Law to handle the entire project after the firm identifies “issues” not corrected by the prior firm.
FLB Law Attorneys Named to 2022 Connecticut Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Eight FLB Law Attorneys Named to 2022 Connecticut Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
FLB Law Client Project – The Hamlet at Saugatuck – Makes Headline News
FLB Law is representing developer ROAN Ventures in one of the most talked about projects in Westport – the Hamlet at Saugatuck.
FLB Law’s Hospitality Practice Assists Copps Island Oysters with the Launch of its Food Truck Business
FLB Law’s Hospitality Practice represented longtime client Copps Island in its acquisition of Brown’s Marina and the opening of its Oyster Shack at the marina.
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.
Top Five Things to Consider When Acquiring a Business
Rick Costantini shares the top five things to consider when buying a business.
FLB Law Successfully Obtains Tacombi Site Plan Approval from P&Z Commission
FLB Law represents Tacombi taqueria before the Westport Planning & Zoning Commission.