In this episode of Inside R&E, Justin S. Weitzman, a Counsel in the firm's Litigation Department, invites Bill Weidner, Managing Member at KeepMyGas, to share valuable insights, statistics and more regarding the 1st 4-year cycle of LL152 and what law firms, building owners and property managers can expect in cycle 2 from 2024 to 2027.

During the conversation, Bill and Justin discuss the basics of Local Law 152, preparing for the cycle year, the process of getting inspected, deadlines, tenant access, documents and breaches, to get property and business owners to the finishing line with this compliance. Bill also provides various resources to educate and understand LL152 and keep up to date with it.

Justin Weitzman's litigation practice is diverse, representing entities and individuals (investors, partners, managers, and officers) in complex real estate ranging from commercial litigation matters involving partnership, joint venture, limited liability company and shareholder disputes, including direct and derivative claims. Weitzman also has significant experience in handling employment-related disputes and various complicated tort cases.

As the co-founder of KeepMyGas, LLC, Bill leads a top-tier consultancy specializing in compliance with NYC's Local Law 152 for Gas Piping Inspections. Bill is also the creator and host of the Realty Speak® Podcast, where since 2018, he has been sharing invaluable real estate insights with a vast network across the real estate, construction, and technology sectors.

For any questions related to this episode, contact Justin S. Weitzman at jweitzman@rosenbergestis.com or (212) 551-1261. Bill Weidner can be reached at Bill@keepmygas.nyc or (917) 232-8529.

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Real estate development, particularly in booming areas of New York and Florida, is directly impacted by federal immigration policies.

In this episode of Inside R&E, Michael A. Pensabene, R&E Litigation Member, invites a seasoned immigration attorney, Alexis S. Axelrad, Partner with Barst & Mukamal LLP, for a dynamic discussion revealing the many ways in which immigration laws change the scope of real estate development in major cities across the U.S.

Together they discuss recent legislation related to foreign national property ownership, along with investment programs like EB-5, which was responsible for the development of Hudson Yards, among other projects. While lawmakers prioritize national security with thorough vetting, these tightening immigration laws could slow down or halt much-needed development in key U.S. cities facing housing shortages.

Michael A. Pensabene’s practice spans all areas of commercial litigation, with a focus on joint venture and partnership disputes, contract and lease disputes, landlord/tenant litigation, construction issues and condo/coop disputes, as well as board representation of co-ops and condos. His experience affords him the judgment to evaluate the interests of the parties, and to know how and when to assert clients’ rights to achieve their objectives.

Alexis S. Axelrad maintains a dynamic corporate and family-based US immigration practice based out of New York City. She has been active in the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) for over 25 years and currently serves as First Vice-President of AILA’s Executive Committee responsible for advancing the goals and mission of the organization.

For any questions related to this episode, contact Michael A. Pensabene at mpensabene@rosenbergestis.com or (212) 551-8406. Alexis S. Axelrad can be reached at aaxelrad@barstlaw.com.

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In this episode of Inside R&E, Michael A. Pensabene, R&E Litigation Member, invites for the second time Tina Larsson, Co-Founder & CEO of The Folson Group, for a high-level discussion of some of New York City’s most substantial Local Laws introduced this year, detailing the ways in which these changes impact coop / condo owners from both a financial and legal perspective. Together Michael and Tina delve into new laws such as Local Law 126 (parking facilities), Local Law 88 (electric) and Local Law 111 (lead paint), among others.

Michael A. Pensabene’s practice spans all areas of commercial litigation, with a focus on joint venture and partnership disputes, contract and lease disputes, landlord/tenant litigation, construction issues and condo/coop disputes, as well as board representation of co-ops and condos. His experience affords him the judgment to evaluate the interests of the parties, and to know how and when to assert clients’ rights to achieve their objectives.

Tina Larsson is the powerhouse behind The Folson Group, New York City’s leading coop and condo consultant. Tina leveraged her analytical skills in the financial industry and helped her coop save $340,000, leading to the creation of The Folson Group. Tina holds a LEED Green Associate designation, is the author of Living the High Life, and is passionate about supporting boards to make their buildings safer, more sustainable, and more affordable.

For any questions related to this episode, contact Michael A. Pensabene at mpensabene@rosenbergestis.com or (212) 551-8406. Tina Larsson can be reached by email at tina@thefolsongroup.com, or on LinkedIn, Instagram (@folsongrp) and YouTube (@folsongrp).

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Michael and Tina’s previous podcast episode is available here: Aging Condo and Coop Buildings Struggling to Meet Tightening NYC Climate Regulations.

For any questions related to this episode, contact Michael A. Pensabene at mpensabene@rosenbergestis.com or (212) 551-8406. Tina Larsson can be reached by email at tina@thefolsongroup.com, or on LinkedIn, Instagram (@folsongrp) and YouTube (@folsongrp).

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