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What Is the Probate Process in New York State?
It is a common misconception that a Last Will and Testament (“Will”) automatically goes into effect upon a testator’s death (the person who executed the Will). In reality, a Will
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Western District Case Notes – September 22, 2025
Interlocutory Appeal and Motion for Stay Pending Appeal In Consumer Financial Protection Bureau v. Stratfs, LLC, 24-cv-40-EAW-MJR (July 1, 2025)—an action seeking injunctive relief, restitution and civil money penalties in
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American Bar Association 2026 Women in Litigation CLE Conference
Presidential Perspectives on Leading with Purpose & Influence What does it take to lead with purpose at the highest levels of the legal profession? Join Anna Mercado Clark and a
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Navigating Anti-Kickback Statute Risks in Offering Free Services to Health Care Providers
One area that continues to raise red flags across the health care fraud and abuse landscape is the provision of free services to health care providers by health care entities,
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A Review of Proposed Insurance Legislation in New York
This month, we highlight proposed legislation that has been introduced in the New York State legislature this year that could impact the insurance industry in New York if passed into law. S08262
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Department of Homeland Security Ends Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents
IFR Only to Affect EAD Renewals Filed On or After October 30, 2025. On October 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published an Interim Final Rule (IFR), “Removal of
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New York State Energy Regulator Proposes Revised Rules to Accelerate Permitting
45-Day Public Comment Period on Revisions is Now Open On October 22, 2025, New York State’s Office of Renewable Energy Siting (ORES) released revisions to the proposed regulations to implement
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USCIS Issues Further Guidance on H-1B Proclamation
Updated Guidance Includes Which H-1B Petitions Must Pay $100,000 Fee On Friday, September 19, 2025, the Trump Administration published a Proclamation requiring that all H‑1B visa petitions be accompanied by
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New Reporting Obligations for Certain Non-Financed Transfers of Residential Real Estate to Legal Entities or Trusts
Certain Real Estate Transactions Must Be Reported to FINCEN Beginning March 1, 2026 Originally scheduled for December 1, 2025, the start date for certain professionals involved in real estate closing
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401(k) Investing: ESG, Crypto and Fiduciary Risks
For many Americans, the world of investing is challenging – there is a seemingly endless list of possible investments with a language that is unfamiliar to many and with very
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