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Who Is Master of a Master Lease?

Steven M. Herman

During the recent cycle of real estate financings, a popular structure emerged to segregate the real estate assets from the operating assets of a company. The structure became commonly known as an Opco/Propco transaction.

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In the Spotlight: Bankruptcy Strategies for Commercial Landlords, Tenants, Lenders, and Real Estate Investors

Jeffrey Rich

This is the second in a series dealing with the subject of bankruptcy strategies and considerations for commercial landlords, tenants, lenders and real estate investors. These alerts are intended to highlight for our readers some of the key issues they should consider in connection with the subjects discussed.

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Real Estate Downturn Causes Lawyers to Adapt

David P. Barker

Now faced with such a dramatic and sudden change, real estate attorneys are left wondering what to do. The transactional practice that was so good to so many for so long is no longer there. A look at how these attorneys can redirect the focus of their practices to adapt to the changing times.

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Counseling Franchises During the Recession

Erik Wulff

These are extremely trying times for all businesses, including franchisors, seeking to survive through this recession. It is imperative that franchisors demonstrate leadership in preserving their franchise systems, but fault lines undoubtedly will emerge. In this environment, much pressure will fall on the shoulders of franchisor's counsel to guide clients to achieve their goals.

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<B>BREAKING NEWS:</B> Supreme Court's Wyeth Ruling Deals a Blow to Pre-emption Defense

Tony Mauro

The Supreme Court's decisive ruling on March 4 against Wyeth in a landmark pharmaceutical product liability case may also close off a major front in a hard-fought battle by businesses and the Bush administration to insulate national corporations from state tort litigation.

<B>BREAKING NEWS:</B> Supreme Court's Wyeth Ruling Deals a Blow to Pre-emption Defense

Tony Mauro

The Supreme Court's decisive ruling on March 4 against Wyeth in a landmark pharmaceutical product liability case may also close off a major front in a hard-fought battle by businesses and the Bush administration to insulate national corporations from state tort litigation.

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In the Marketplace

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Highlights of the latest equipment leasing news from around the country.

Reviewing Key Bankruptcy Decisions of 2008

John J. Rapisardi

As we look ahead to the coming year, it is instructive to review the important bankruptcy decisions of 2008. As bankruptcy filings continue to increase, the decisions summarized in this article may have important ramifications on a variety of issues.

Waiting for the Thaw: A Look at Repossession and Liquidation Statistics

Edward Castagna

By reviewing data over a number of quarters, the author notes trends that are occurring in specific sectors of the equipment leasing industry.

First Modifications Since 2001 Considered for UCC Article 9

Alan M. Christenfeld & Shephard W. Melzer

This article discusses several items on the Article 9 Joint Review Committee's agenda that could result in amendments to UCC Article 9, certain secured transactions provisions of UCC Article 8 and the official comments.

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