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Real Property Law

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Analysis of recent rulings.

Landlord & Tenant

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Commentary on the latest cases.

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Development

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A look at recent rulings of importance.

Cooperatives & Condominiums

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In-depth analysis of recent rulings.

Index

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Everything contained in this issue, in an easy-to-read format.

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Recording Mortgage Fraud

Marvin Bagwell

Mortgage fraud, which usually starts with a forged deed or a deed obtained by fraudulent means, is a burgeoning national problem. The title industry has good reason to complain and is definitely receptive to any efforts that reduce fraud in the real estate marketplace. The devil, however, is in the details.

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Litigation

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.

Federal Judge Critical of Firm's Fee Petition in Custody Case

Shannon P. Duffy

In the current economic crisis, requests for attorney fees are being examined even more closely. A federal judge recently sharply rebuked a team of lawyers for filing an "excessive" fee petition after winning an international custody case, saying their bill of more than $163,000 in fees and expenses was simply too large for a "garden variety" custody battle.

Matrimonial Planning Through Economic Turmoil

Martin M. Shenkman

The markets are in turmoil. Tax, business, economic and, investment matters are increasingly uncertain. These developments affect every aspect of matrimonial planning and may continue to do so for years. Practitioners need to reevaluate all aspects of their planning. This article provides an overview of some of the points practitioners should consider.

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Debt Forgiveness: Watch Out for the Tax Consequences

Laurence J. Cutler & Erin D. DeGeorge

When drafting a property settlement agreement that involves debt forgiveness (<i>i.e.</i>, foreclosure, short sale, reduction in credit card debt), it is critical that matrimonial attorneys be aware of the tax consequences because the financial impact on a client can be enormous.

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