As published in Forefront By Russell Long, Partner and Managing Director I have completed a substantial number of Receiverships involving real estate over the last several years and have been asked on more than one occasion “under what authority does… Continue Reading  

As published in dbusiness Magazine by Patrick O’Keefe Two big changes over the last 30 years have been the rise: internet shopping versus making in-store purchases and the use of cell phones versus land line services. In both cases, industry… Continue Reading  

As published in Forefront By Carolyn Reigler, Director The family owned business has an unusual set of relationship issues.  Multiple generations work side by side. Separation of work and family roles, although desired, is almost impossible. Weaving the family dynamics… Continue Reading  

As published in Forefront By Andrew Malec, Ph.D., Partner and Managing Director In a case of infringement, Section 284 of the Patent Act provides that courts “may increase the damages up to three times the amount found or assessed.” –… Continue Reading  

As published in Forefront By Russell Long, Partner and Managing Director An important tool for unsecured creditors in a Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceeding is a Creditor Trust (“Trust”).  Such a Trust can be used in conjunction with a Sec. 363… Continue Reading  

As published in Forefront By Susan Koss, Partner and Managing Director During the litigation process, experts are extremely valuable sources of knowledge and assistance to attorneys.  Experts can be useful to counsel from the time before a Complaint is filed,… Continue Reading  

As published in Forefront By Susan Koss, Partner and Managing Director Selling a business is likely to be one of the most significant transactions a business owner will ever experience. However, many get so wrapped up in the day to… Continue Reading  

As published in Forefront By Russell Long, Partner and Managing Director Divorce proceedings and the judicial infrastructure that governs them are inherently complicated, particularly when one or both of the parties own a business. Insofar as the Family Court bench… Continue Reading  

As published in Forefront By Andrew Malec, Ph.D., Partner and Managing Director Between attorney and expert fees, it is without question that a complex, commercial litigation matter can be expensive. Nevertheless, a thorough economic analysis is also required to support… Continue Reading  

As published in Forefront By Mike Deighan, Managing Director In the first few weeks of 2016, O’Keefe conducted its 4th annual Middle Market Survey. This year our survey was sent out to over 3,000 business executives, bankers, accountants, attorneys and… Continue Reading