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Cook Named to Easterseals Affiliate Relations Committee
(2/4/2019, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green shareholder Bradford E. Cook has been named to the Affiliate Relations Committee of the Easterseals National Board. For 100 years, Easterseals has …
U.S. Supreme Court continues to define contours of arbitration under FAA
The U.S. Supreme Court continued to shape the contours of the Federal Arbitration Act in two decisions last month. First, in Henry Schein Inc. v. Archer & White Sales Inc., the court, …
Lois L. Lindauer Searches Completes Management Led Buyout
Sheehan Phinney congratulates its client, Lois L. Lindauer Searches, on completing a management led buyout supported by Gemini Investors. The buyout allows Lois L. Lindauer Searches to transition ownership and …
The Government’s Disclosure Requirements in the District of NH
In federal criminal cases, the Government’s discovery obligations are generally dictated by the Jenks Act, the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure 16 and 26.2 (to include LCrR 16.1), and the …
Gregoire Named One of New Hampshire’s 40 Under Forty
Click here to read Gregorie’s full Union Leader interview. (January 29, 2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to announce that shareholder Jason D. Gregoire …
NH Legal Perspective: NH’s Economy Depends on Affordable Housing for Workers
This article was originally published in the Union Leader and can be found here. NH Legal Perspective: NH’s Economy Depends on Affordable Housing for Workers By: Greg Chakmakas January 19, …
Stark Law and Anti-kickback Statute Reform
It’s a safe bet that in the coming year reforms will be made to two central laws governing physician compensation – the Stark Law and the Anti-Kickback statute. Whether through …
Carrier Named Firm Shareholder
(1/1/2019, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to announce Megan C. Carrier has been elected as a firm shareholder, effective January 1, 2019. Sheehan Phinney President …
Burying Fossils: Pruning Patent Portfolios to Decrease Annual Costs & Promote Growth
Most CFOs, CEOs, and in-house GCs would confirm that one major area of concern in controlling corporate expense is cost associated with maintaining an intellectual property (IP) portfolio. A significant …
White-collar Crime in NH: A Look Back at 2018 Cases
In 2018, more so than in other years, white-collar criminal investigations and prosecutions have occupied our country’s attention and received widespread national media coverage, partly because of the Mueller investigation …
Title IX Rules Remain in Flux
Title IX coordinators have been on a bit of a roller coaster for some time now, and unfortunately, the ride isn’t over yet. Attorney Megan Carrier discusses recent changes by …
Litigation Team Succeeds with American Arbitration Association Case
(12/12/2018, Boston, MA) – Sheehan Phinney’s Business Litigation team has received a favorable award for our client, Robert Scarborough, in an arbitration at the American Arbitration Association (AAA). Attorney Michael …
D.R. Lemieux Builders to Build 34 Affordable Housing Units in Rochester, NH
Sheehan Phinney’s Affordable Housing team successfully represented D.R. Lemieux Builders in the development of the first phase of three planned phases for construction of 102 units with 34 residential units …
Sheehan Phinney Welcomes Two New Attorneys
(12/6/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to welcome Kolbie R. McCabe and Madeline Christie Hutchings to the firm’s Manchester, NH office. Hutchings is a member of …
Gregoire Named to NH Providers Association Board
(11/15/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green shareholder Jason D. Gregoire has been named to the Board of Directors for the NH Providers Association (NHPA). The Mission of the NHPA …
Conducting Workplace Investigations
It’s Monday morning and you are starting your busy week as a human resources (HR) director. An employee comes into your office, closes the door, and tells you she feels …
Shirley Named Piscataquog Land Conservancy Chairman of the Board
(11/7/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Shareholder James Q. Shirley has been named Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Piscataquog Land Conservancy. Shirley has served on the Board since …
Sheehan Phinney Ranked in 2019 “Best Law Firms”
Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green is pleased to announce that it has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers in the 2019 “Best Law Firms” rankings in 21 areas. Firms included in …
USConnect Acquires CMS IP Technologies
Sheehan Phinney congratulates its client, USConnect, on the addition of CMS IP Technologies to its family of companies. This new venture will enable both organizations to better address the growing and increasingly …
Sheehan Phinney Attorneys Selected as Super Lawyers® for 2018
(October 18, 2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney is pleased to announce that twenty-six attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the both the 2018 New England and Massachusetts Super …
Understanding the Revocable Trust
Sheehan Phinney attorney Michael Panebianco explains that how having a thoughtful estate plan in place ensures that your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes and can reduce, or …
Triple Peaks LLC. Sells to Vail Resorts Inc.
Sheehan Phinney congratulates it’s client, Triple Peaks, LLC, on its recent sale of its resort properties to Vail Resorts, Inc. Triple Peaks, LLC is the parent company for Okemo Mountain …
Stewart Receives Relativity Expert Designation
(October 11, 2018, Manchester, NH) – Charles Stewart, Manager of Electronic Discovery Services, has achieved the designation of Relativity Expert. Relativity Expert is awarded after successfully passing the Relativity Certified Administrator …
Steven Lewis, Inc. to Build 14 Residential Units in Plaistow, NH
Sheehan Phinney’s Affordable Housing team successfully represented Steven Lewis, Inc. in the development of a $3,208,044.00, fourteen (14) unit affordable housing development for rent to seniors 62+ in Plaistow, New Hampshire. …
Easter Seals NH Merges with The Homemakers Home Health Services of Rochester
Sheehan Phinney congratulates our client, Easter Seals NH, on its successful acquisition of The Homemakers Home Health Services of Rochester, which provides care to people in the Strafford County area, …
In “Grand Bargain” Massachusetts Enacts Paid Family Leave, $15 Minimum Wage
CLIENT ALERT By: Mark J. Ventola On June 28, 2018, Governor Baker signed a bill that will raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 an hour, mandate paid family and …
Major Non-competition Agreement Reform in Massachusetts
CLIENT ALERT by Mark J. Ventola On July 31, 2018 the Massachusetts Legislature passed a non-competition reform bill. In signing this bill, the Governor marked the end of over …
Bouchard Named to Leadership Seacoast Board
(8/30/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to announce that attorney Brian Bouchard was named to the Board of Directors for Leadership Seacoast, where he will …
Not so crazy talk: net-zero energy buildings
This article was originally published in the New Hampshire Business Review and can be found here. By: Tom Burack | August 29, 2018 Or imagine this: You’re a residential landlord, …
Lirette Joins Business Litigation Group
(8/16/18, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to welcome Ryan P. Lirette to its Manchester office. Lirette is an experienced civil litigator and a member …
Durham Joins Corporate Department
(8/16/18, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to welcome Paul J. Durham back to its Corporate Department. He returns to the firm from the publishing …
Sheehan Phinney Attorneys Named Top in State by Best Lawyers in America® for 2019; Five Named Lawyer of the Year
(August 15, 2018, Manchester, NH, Boston, MA) – Sheehan Phinney is proud to announce that twenty-two attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America® …
Are LLC Operating Agreements Executory Contracts?
Are LLC Operating Agreements Executory Contracts? Attorney Chris Candon discusses this question and the potential impact of the determination in a bankruptcy case. Read more here.
Are Employer Drug-Testing Programs Obsolete?
Attorney Jim Reidy discusses how drug-testing policies, especially for marijuana use, are no longer in step with the realities of today’s workforce. Are Employer Drug-Testing Programs Obsolete?
Dakota Partners to Build 69 Residential Units in Yarmouth, MA
Sheehan Phinney’s Affordable Housing team successfully represented Dakota Partners in the new construction of 3 residential buildings in Yarmouth, MA. The site, previously operated as the now demolished Cavalier Motel, …
NH Legal Perspective: If you heat with oil, pay attention or pay the price
Many commercial, industrial and municipal buildings in New Hampshire, as well as 45 percent of homes, are heated with fuel oil. Thanks to some recent law changes, the good news …
New Hampshire Workplace Legal Developments
Good news for employers from NH Legislature and Breaking News from Supreme Court regarding Public Sector Employment Recent Updates to New Hampshire Workplace Laws By Karen A. Whitley On June …
How CA’s New Data Privacy Law Will Affect You
CLIENT ALERT by J.P. Harris In May 2018, the European Union’s sweeping data privacy regulation, the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”), went into effect. Ever since, companies in the United …
Manchester Named Rotary Club President
(7/10/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney shareholder Susan A. Manchester was named President of the Manchester Rotary, a position she will hold for one year. Rotary members believe that we have …
10 Non-Tax Reasons You Should Have an Estate Plan
Sheehan Phinney attorney Michael Panebianco explains that contrary to popular thought, estate planning is not just for those who may have to pay a federal or state estate tax. There are many …
McGrath Elected President of NH Bar Association
July 5, 2018, Manchester, NH – Sheehan Phinney shareholder and President David W. McGrath has been elected president of the New Hampshire Bar Association (NHBA), a term he will hold …
Viscarello Named Chair of CATCH Board of Directors
(July 2, 2018, Manchester, NH) – Shareholder Kenneth A. Viscarello has been named Chairman of the CATCH Neighborhood Housing Board of Directors. CATCH Neighborhood Housing endeavors to bring affordable homes to everyone. …
BTLA Affirms Great Bay Kids’ Company Tax Exempt Status
Congratulations to Sheehan Phinney client, Great Bay Kids’, on their success with the New Hampshire Board of Tax and Land Appeals. Great Bay Kids’ was represented by Sheehan Phinney attorney Michael …
MRSI Systems, LLC acquired by Mycronic
Client MRSI Systems, LLC just closed a sale with Mycronic AB, a Swedish public company. Paul Reuland and Alexander Pyle worked on the deal, with tax help from Peter Beach. …
Molex Technologies Purchases Bittware
Sheehan Phinney congratulates its client, BittWare, Inc., on its sale to Molex Electronic Technologies, LLC. Sheehan Phinney partners Colleen Lyons, Michael Drooff and Peter Beach represented BittWare in the transaction. …
NH Legal Perspectives – Choosing a business entity: The Incorporated Options
The second of a two part series. A critical decision for any startup is choosing the appropriate and most beneficial legal entity in which to operate. If chosen properly, the …
Supreme Judicial Court Advises Legislature Should Clarify Independent Contractor Test
CLIENT ALERT by Mark J. Ventola and Paul S. Lopez In Massachusetts, there are four distinct methods that are used to determine whether a worker should be considered an employee …
NH Legal Perspective — Choosing a Business Entity: The Unincorporated Options
A critical decision for any startup is choosing the appropriate and most beneficial legal entity in which to operate. If chosen properly, the characteristics of the entity can serve as …
Who owns your intellectual property?
Independent contractors often hold the copyright on works they’ve created, like logos and software code. In today’s technology and online business environment, the key assets of a business are often …
Litigation Attorney Joins Boston Office
5/21/2018, Boston, MA — Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to welcome Michael R. Stanley to its Boston office. Stanley is a business litigator with an emphasis on …
Sheehan Phinney Welcomes New Patent Attorney
(5/17/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA welcomes Amit K. Singh to its Patent Group. Dr. Singh has a unique background and experience that makes him an excellent …
Sheehan Phinney Earns Top Rankings by Chambers USA for 2018
(5/3/2018, Manchester, NH) – The firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA has once again received the highest rankings in New Hampshire for 2018 by Chambers USA, a prestigious …
Panebianco Joins Sheehan Phinney’s Estate Planning Group
(5/1/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to welcome Michael P. Panebianco to its Estate Planning and Probate Group. Panebianco advises and represents individuals and families …
Sheehan Phinney Successfully Wins $1.45 Million in Misrepresentation Case
Sheehan Phinney litigator Charles Waters successfully represented a businessman and his company, who had made financial investments with a Registered Representative through a Broker–Dealer. The Defendants in the case misrepresented …
Trudel and Veilleux Receive Above and Beyond Award
(4/12/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to announce that its Director of Business Development, Kelly A. Trudel, along with Sheehan Phinney Capitol Group’s Henry Veilleux, …
Voegelin Named to Farnum Board
(4/4/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA Chief Operating Officer, Paul E. Voegelin, has been named to the Farnum Center Board of Directors. He will serve in this …
Eills Joins Healthcare Group
(4/2/2018, Manchester, NH) – Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is proud to welcome Andrew B. Eills to its Healthcare Group. Eills joins the firm from private practice and brings …
Sheehan Phinney Named 2018 “Best of Business”
(March 22, 2018, Manchester, NH) – The law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a winner in New …
Check your employee handbook: Changes in laws, greater awareness among employees mean the time has come to consider an update
If your New Year’s resolution was, finally, to update your employee handbook, keeping that resolution at the top of the list this year makes a lot of sense. Your handbook …