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Solomon & Co., Advocates & Solicitors. Recognised in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2026 Rankings
Solomon & Co., Advocates & Solicitors., has been recognised in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2026 rankings, with multiple practice areas ranked across India and Mumbai..
Public by History: Formal Records Aren’t Always Required
In Town of Concord v. Rasmussen, the Town of Concord (the “Town”) initiated an action against several landowners abutting a road known as Estabrook Road, seeking a declaration that the public had access and use rights to the road.
Normal Wear Isn't Damage: Limits Placed on Security Deposit Reductions
In Peebles v. JRK Property Holdings, Inc., the Supreme Judicial Court (“SJC”) interpreted the Massachusetts security deposit statute, G.L. c. 186, §15B.
Comparative Guide to Real Estate in India
The 2025 update to the India chapter of the Legal 500 Comparative Guide to Commercial Real Estate, reflecting the evolving regulatory and commercial landscape of the sector.
The New VAT Doctrine in the Transfer of Real Estate without a Certificate of Occupancy
The Directorate General of Taxes analyzed the treatment in the VAT of an increasingly frequent operation in the real estate market: the acquisition of commercial premises for their transformation into homes and subsequent transfer.
Downtown Boston Reimagined: New Skyline Districts Now in Effect
After multiple rounds of public comment and revisions, the Boston Planning & Development Agency Board and the Boston Zoning Commission have approved new zoning for downtown Boston that is now in effect.
A Budget for Stability
Will Rachel Reeves’ second budget provide confidence in the markets (much needed to control the cost of borrowing) in the nation (much needed to encourage the growth) and in the world (much needed to encourage inbound investment).
Redefining Anchors and Reimagining Community: Takeaways from the ICSC+ U.S. Law Conference
The conference promised invaluable opportunities to strengthen relationships with colleagues, opposing counsel, current and potential clients and industry contacts alike.
Data Centers: Legal Keys to Investing in the New Star Asset of the Real Estate Sector
Data centers have become one of the most coveted assets in the real estate market. They are the infrastructure that makes cloud computing, artificial intelligence, streaming, and e-commerce possible, and their demand continues to grow.
The Italian Real Estate Market in Autumn 2025 – Stability or Another Correction?
By autumn 2025, the Italian real estate market will once again be the focus of investors' attention.
New Withholding Requirements for Non-Resident Sellers of Massachusetts Real Estate
Effective November 1, 2025, non-resident sellers (or transferors) of Massachusetts real estate with a gross sales price of $1,000,000 or more may be subject to withholding at a default rate of 4% or more on the gross sales price.
How Can Cohabitors Protect Property and Contributions to Prevent Disputes
Late summer and early autumn are among the busiest times for property moves with almost a third of completions taking place during this period.
WS Development: Legal Leadership in Boston’s Seaport Transformation
In 2006, Boston’s Seaport Square was 23 acres of little more than 3,600 surface parking spots. The ambition was bold: transform this underutilized stretch of land into a vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood where innovation, culture, and community intersect.
Pagdi System in India: A Relic On Its Way Out
The Pagdi System is a unique and deeply rooted form of tenancy in India, particularly prominent in older parts of cities like Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata.
The National Court Recognizes the Right of Non-EU taxpayers to Pay Tax on their Net Rental Income
Until now, the Spanish government, relying on the literal wording of Article 24.1 of the Non-Resident Income Tax Law, has established differentiated tax treatment between taxpayers residing in Member States of the EU and the EEA and those residing in third countries.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: The QOZ Remix - Changes in Timing and Territory
In significant part, the OBBBA extended or made permanent various provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “TCJA”) that were set to expire at the end of this year.
The Energy Efficiency Certificate for Buildings and Its Immediate Future
In Spain, the Energy Efficiency Certificate has become a key element of the real estate market. Since the entry into force of Royal Decree 235/2013, this document is mandatory for the sale or rental of any home or commercial premises.
Updates on Financing for Social Housing Developers
Publicly subsidized housing (VPO) has acquired great political and institutional relevance in the context of current tensions in the residential market.
Navigating Tariff Risk in Construction and Development Deals
Over the past few months, there have been significant changes to tariffs by the United States and other countries around the world. These changes continue to evolve and there is significant uncertainty about the timing, rate, and overall impact of tariffs.
Five Goulston & Storrs Attorneys Named to The 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Real Estate Lawyers
Goulston & Storrs, an Am Law 200 firm, is pleased to share that Ashley Brown, Cecilia Gordon, Matthew Kiefer, Mariana Korsunsky, and David Rabinowitz have been named to The 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Real Estate Lawyers.