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Hodgson Russ successfully represented a lending client in financing the construction of a nonprofit’s new, nearly $110 million facility. The financing includes tax-exempt bonds and taxable debt to assist with constructing the approximately 200,000-square-foot facility. Read more here: https://bit.ly/41g6LT1 Christofer Fattey Brandon R. Cottrell Veronica Devries #ConstructionFinancing #TaxExemptBonds #TaxableDebt

The Buffalo News recently published an article about the current state of affairs at the McKinley Mall. Tenants there say that while the shopping center’s disrepair makes it harder to do business, they’re most irritated by the lack of communication from the mall’s current management. Those tenants are not the only frustrated parties. Hodgson Russ Partner Rafael Pignataro spoke to The Buffalo News about a client who is a potential buyer for the shopping center and the struggles that the client is facing. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3QCiLcx #McKinleyMall #CommercialRealEstate

Hodgson Russ attorneys Chelsea Reinhardt, Michael Condon, Bianca Pavia and Christofer Fattey successfully represented a client as Administrative Agent in a $50 million syndicated mortgage financing for a popular City of Buffalo multi-use complex. The transaction provided permanent financing for a mortgaged property, including hospitality, recreational, office, and residential components. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3XlUJGx #SyndicatedMortgageFinancing #RealEstateTransactions #MortgagedPropertyFinancing

Hodgson Russ was proud to sponsor the 2025 Association of Towns Annual Meeting and Training School in New York City. Our partners Daniel Spitzer, Emanuela (Amy) D'Ambrogio, and Henry A. Zomerfeld presented on all things New York property tax, including Valuing Renewable Energy Projects and Negotiating PILOTs, Real Property Tax: Case And Statutory Law Update, and Exempt Entities Update Under RPTL 420-a. It was great to connect with town supervisors, board members, assessors, attorneys, and other officials.

A Hodgson Russ Immigration Alert: https://bit.ly/41e1jQI U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that the initial registration period for the fiscal year (FY) 2026 H-1B cap will open at noon Eastern on March 7, 2025, and run through noon Eastern on March 24, 2025. The H-1B is the primary visa used by employers who hire foreign national students from U.S. colleges and universities. If your business has employees on Optional Practical Training "OPT," you should consider the H-1B. The H-1B is also useful for employees seeking permanent residence (a green card).

In the latest issue of the Bar Association of Erie County's Bulletin, Patrick Fitzgerald shared his personal experience as a mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier/Be-A-Friend Program (BBBS) and underscored the urgent need for more mentors in the community. This article highlights the mission and impact of BBBS of Erie, Niagara, and the Southern Tier, emphasizing the importance of mentorship for youth development. Patrick details various ways to get involved, including becoming a volunteer mentor, a leadership volunteer, or making a donation. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4gUObWm

In the February issue of NYCPA - The New York State Society of CPAs TaxStringer, Hodgson Russ Associate Joe Tantillo provides a comprehensive overview of 2024 budget amendments, cannabis taxation shifts, and corporate challenges. These crucial updates cover everything from sales tax returns to housing development incentives. This is a must-read for anyone navigating New York's tax landscape. #NYCPA Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4k8u7T4 Keith Lazarus

In the latest Noonan’s Notes blog, “Changes to Connecticut Resident Credit Provisions,” Timothy Noonan looks at some important updates regarding tax credits for taxes paid to other states as a Connecticut resident. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4k8iOdG

Hodgson Russ Corporate & Securities Alert: https://bit.ly/434VWWw On February 18, 2025, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas lifted the preliminary injunction it previously granted in Smith v. U.S. Department of the Treasury, which temporarily enjoined Corporate Transparency Act enforcement nationwide. This is the second nationwide preliminary injunction to be lifted regarding CTA enforcement, as the United States Supreme Court lifted the preliminary injunction granted in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. v. Garland in January 2025. If you have any questions about the Corporate Transparency Act, please contact Brendan Stone, Matthew Sherer, or any member of our Corporate & Securities Practice.

Hodgson Russ, a dynamic and leading law firm known for its excellence and innovation in legal services, is hiring for the following: - Labor & Employment Associate (Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, NYC, Toronto, or Palm Beach) - Trademark Attorney (New Jersey, Buffalo, Rochester, or Albany) See the full opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/g_3bh5xe We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, flexible spending, 401(k), Paid Time Off, pension plan, and more. Hodgson Russ LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, familial status, or any other legally protected basis. https://lnkd.in/g8RAfrrq.