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Mergers and Acquisitions – Brokers

By Paul Evelius The SEC’s Division of Trading and Markets has issued a “no action” letter which should reduce the cost of brokered merger and acquisition (“M&A”) transactions involving private... Read More »
  • June 16, 2014
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Contracts – Forum-Selection Clauses

By Paul Evelius In Atlantic Marine Construction Company v. U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, the Supreme Court has strongly endorsed contractual forum-selection clauses. The clause at... Read More »
  • June 16, 2014
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Contracts And Unjust Enrichment – Business Formations

By Paul Evelius In Dolan v. McQuaide, the Court of Special Appeals has underscored the need for parties embarking on business start-ups to set forth their rights and obligations in... Read More »
  • June 13, 2014
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Federal Practice Series Episode 2: Serving Process in Federal Court

By: Meighan Burton Once a plaintiff has filed her complaint in federal court, the next step is to request a Writ of Summons for each defendant named in the complaint, and... Read More »
  • April 16, 2014
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Womens’ History Month: The Women of Law

Fictional character Elle Woods from Legally Blonde is not the only female attorney to whom practicing women attorneys owe their gratitude, although some would say she significantly improved the garb.There... Read More »
  • March 6, 2014
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Maryland Benefit Corporations

By James W. Constable, Esq.  2013 It is self-evident that owners of for-profit businesses attempt to generate the greatest possible return on their investment.  On the other hand, founders and... Read More »
  • February 5, 2014
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A Star-Spangled Spectacular: Spotlight on a Local Lawyer

By Meighan Burton Most Baltimore residents (and Americans alike) are well aware that our National Anthem, “The Star Spangled Banner,” was penned... Read More »
  • January 29, 2014
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Nautical Tourism to Mexico Dealt a Major Setback

Mexican customs authorities are cracking down on foreign privately owned vessels in their marinas to ensure proper documentation.   By Stephen White Mexico is a popular retirement and vacation destination... Read More »
  • January 22, 2014
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Courts Uphold Freedom of Contract Principles

Posted from the Baltimore Barrister with permission from the Bar Association of Baltimore City. Two recent decisions, one from the U.S. Supreme Court and the other from Maryland’s Court of... Read More »
  • January 20, 2014
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Smooth Sailing for Businesses

Good sailing is not so much about good conditions as it is about good planning.  Ideal weather conditions obviously make sailing much easier and more enjoyable.  However, racing sailors can... Read More »
  • December 30, 2013
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