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Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) remain a critical tool for protecting sensitive business information. However, New York NDA requirements have evolved, and businesses must ensure these agreements are carefully drafted to remain enforceable. In a competitive market like New York City, NDAs are commonly used to protect proprietary information, client relationships, and strategic plans. At the same […]

Bringing on outside investors can provide the capital and strategic support a business needs to grow. However, raising capital also introduces important legal, financial, and operational considerations. Before bringing on investors, businesses should address key legal issues to reduce risk, streamline investor due diligence, and position the company for long-term success. Early preparation signals that […]

How the Updated Law Shapes Retirement and Estate Planning The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 materially reshapes the required minimum distribution (RMD) landscape, extending tax deferral opportunities while accelerating distribution requirements for many beneficiaries. For high-net-worth individuals and families, these changes are not merely technical. They require a reassessment of retirement income strategies, beneficiary planning, […]

Operating a business in the New Jersey and New York City metropolitan region offers incredible opportunities, but it also requires navigating a dense and highly regulated legal environment. From entity formation to regulatory compliance, seemingly minor legal oversights can expose business owners to significant risk. In our work with businesses throughout the region, our attorneys […]

Fewer Than 30 Days Left to Achieve Compliance Under P.L.2025, c.215 (S4509) New Jersey is entering a decisive phase in its regulation of hemp-derived cannabinoid products, and operators across the supply chain now face a compressed timeline to align their businesses with the state’s new statutory framework. P.L.2025, c.215, enacted through Senate Bill S4509, introduces […]

Every New Jersey company should periodically evaluate its governance framework. Strong corporate governance protects directors and officers, builds investor confidence, reduces litigation exposure, and positions a company for sustainable growth. The first quarter of the year is a great time to evaluate your corporate governance practices and perform any routine maintenance needed to keep that […]

On January 12, Governor Murphy signed the “Protecting Against Forever Chemicals Act” into law.  The new statute is designed to reduce public exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS. These chemicals, often called “forever chemicals,” are used widely in consumer products for their water, oil, and grease resistance. They persist in the […]

On January 20, 2026, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection adopted amendments to its land use regulatory program to address the risks posed by climate change to New Jersey residents, their property, and the natural environment. Called the Resilient Environments And Landscapes (“REAL”) Rules. Originally proposed in 2024, these regulations faced substantial opposition, prompting […]

Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) continue to gain momentum as we move through 2026. After enduring a significant contraction following the 2021 boom and the regulatory scrutiny that followed, SPAC activity rebounded sharply in 2025 and now carries forward into 2026 with real momentum. The SPAC resurgence reflects broader improvements in both market conditions and the […]

On January 29, 2026, the New York City Council enacted Local Law 58 of 2026, adding a new chapter to the New York City Administrative Code that imposes statutory deadlines on cooperative boards when reviewing purchase applications that require board approval. The law addresses longstanding concerns about protracted and unpredictable co-op approval timelines and will […]

Compliance programs are no longer judged by how they look on paper, but by how they function in the real world. Compliance monitoring is the ongoing process of reviewing, testing, and evaluating whether policies, procedures, and controls are being followed—and whether they are actually working. What Is Compliance Monitoring? In today’s heightened regulatory environment, compliance […]

On November 18, 2025, President Trump nominated M. Carter Crow, the Global Head of Labor and Employment at Norton Rose Fulbright LLP, to be General Counsel of the EEOC. Carter Crow focuses his practice on wage and hour litigation, contracts, and restrictive covenants. As of this writing, Carter Crow has yet to be voted out […]