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A same-day payment isn’t always a safe payment. Michael Moskowitz explains how Judge Walrath’s CalPlant decision offers a clear roadmap for analyzing ordinary course and contemporaneous exchange defenses under §547(c). #FRBLaw #Bankruptcy #CreditorsRights frblaw.com/a-preference...
A Preference “Playbook”: Judge Walrath’s CalPlant Decision Clarifies Key Defenses Under Bankruptcy Code 11 U.S.C. § 547 - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Michael L. Moskowitz, Esq. On October 27, 2025, Judge Mary F. Walrath of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware issued a detailed
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December 9, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Token valuation just changed. FRB’s Moish Peltz and Kyle Lawrence break down insights from Block & Order’s talk with Neil Thakur on why option-pricing models, better data, and shifting U.S. regs now drive the process. frblaw.com/the-valuatio...
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The Valuation Hurdles of Token Grants and Cross-Border Transfers? Lessons from Neil Thakur of Teknos Associates - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Moish E. Peltz, Esq. and Kyle M. Lawrence, Esq. As tokenization models mature and crypto businesses confront new tax and reporting rules, valuation
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December 5, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Big changes may finally be coming to U.S. crypto regulation. FRB's Moish Peltz and Kyle Lawrence, Co-Chairs of the Digital Assets Practice Group, break them down in their latest article. #FRBLaw #DigitalAssets #Cryptocurrency #SEC #CFTC frblaw.com/whos-really-...
Who’s Really Steering U.S. Crypto Policy? The SEC–CFTC “Harmonization” Plan, the New CFTC Chair, and the Coming Innovation Exemption - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Moish E. Peltz, Esq. and Kyle M. Lawrence, Esq. When SEC Chair Paul Atkins and Acting CFTC Chair Caroline Pham issued their joint statement on
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December 2, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Falcon Rappaport & Berkman is proud to announce our rankings in the Chambers and Partners 2026 Regional Spotlight Guide for Corporate/Commercial Law and Tax! Read more about the rankings here: frblaw.com/falcon-rappa...

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Falcon Rappaport & Berkman Ranked in Chambers and Partners 2026 for Corporate/Commercial and Tax - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
Falcon Rappaport & Berkman (FRB) is proud to announce that the firm has again been ranked in the Chambers and Partners 2026 New York Regional
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December 1, 2025 at 9:02 PM
ERISA mistakes can be costly – but they’re also preventable. Join FRB's Angela Stockbridge for "ERISA Essentials: Avoiding Plan Pitfalls & Navigating Corrections," on Tuesday, December 2, at 9:30 AM ET. www.cpaacademy.org/s/webinardat... #FRBLaw #CPAAcademy
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November 25, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Big news for employers and plan sponsors! The IRS has announced major increases to 2026 retirement plan contribution limits. FRB's Angela Stockbridge breaks down what these changes mean. #FRBLaw #EmployeeBenefits frblaw.com/major-retire...
Major Retirement Plan Contribution Limits Increase for 2026: What Employers & Plan Sponsors Should Know - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Angela M. Stockbridge, Esq.   As we approach the end of 2025, employers, plan sponsors, and benefits professionals are turning their attention to one
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November 21, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Timing can make or break a creditor’s recovery. In his latest blog article, FRB's Michael Moskowitz explores In re Erica Itzhak, a recent SDNY case showing how lien timing can determine whether it survives bankruptcy. #FRBLaw #CreditorsRights #Bankruptcy #LienLaw frblaw.com/when-a-judgm...
When a Judgment Lien Meets Bankruptcy: Timing, Property Type, and Preference Avoidance - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Michael L. Moskowitz, Esq. A recent decision from the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, In re Erica Itzhak, Adv.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Planning for the future starts with knowing your options. Join FRB's Samantha Lyons for the virtual workshop, "Nuts & Bolts of Medicaid Planning," on Wednesday, December 10, from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ET. Learn more and register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #FRBLaw #ElderLaw
November 20, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Next week, join several FRB attorneys at the NCCPAP's 2025 Accounting & Tax Symposium, taking place Wednesday, November 19 - Friday, November 21. View the full agenda and get your tickets: nccpap.tendenci.net/events/2800/ #FRBLaw #NCCPAP #ATS #Taxation #ElderLaw #AI
November 14, 2025 at 7:14 PM
As technology transforms, understanding how to draft smarter, manage risk, and redefine legal precision has never been more important. Join Mark Grossman for "Statements of Work in the AI Era" on Tuesday, November 18th from 1:00 PM - 3:10 PM ET. #FRBLaw #MyLawCLE mylawcle.com/products/sta...
November 14, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Late to the AI game? You might be right on time. Join FRB’s Jeff Berkman, Doug Singer, and Alex Migliorini alongside Kathy D'Agostino on Thursday, December 4, and explore how to use AI responsibly, without losing client trust. Register here: frblaw.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #FRBLaw #AI
November 13, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Even with new U.S. crypto laws, most token projects still launch offshore — for practical, not political, reasons. FRB’s Moish Peltz and Kyle Lawrence explain why tax policy keeps builders abroad. #FRBLaw #DigitalAssets frblaw.com/onshore-opti...
Onshore Optimism, Offshore Reality: Why Token Projects Still Aren’t Launching in the U.S. - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Moish E. Peltz, Esq. and Kyle M. Lawrence, Esq. After years of lobbying for clearer crypto policy, the U.S. industry finally got what it asked for —
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November 12, 2025 at 9:34 PM
FRB congratulates Ruth Kraft on being named a 2025 Power Women of Long Island ICON honoree! Join us at tomorrow's Power Women of Long Island Awards at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, NY. frblaw.com/hon-ruth-b-k... #FRBLaw #PowerWomen #LaborAndEmployment #SchnepsMedia
November 4, 2025 at 7:22 PM
How can #EstatePlanners navigate shifting #RealEstate tax laws? Join FRB’s Matthew Rappaport at the virtual Notre Dame Tax & Estate Planning Institute for his session, “Real Estate Income Tax Strategies Estate Planners Need to Know and Evaluate.” web.cvent.com/event/8c8cd2... #FRBLaw #NotreDame
November 4, 2025 at 5:22 PM
FRB is thrilled to announce that thirty-one FRB attorneys have been selected to the 2025 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list!

Check out the full list of FRB honorees and learn more: frblaw.com/thirty-one-f...

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October 30, 2025 at 9:32 PM
A recent Sacramento federal case shows how in rem relief can protect creditors and prevent bankruptcy abuse. FRB’s Michael Moskowitz and Melissa Guseynov break down the key takeaways in their latest article: frblaw.com/bankruptcy-c...
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Bankruptcy Court Grants In Rem Relief to Creditor, Strengthening Protections Against Serial Bankruptcy Filers - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Michael L. Moskowitz, Esq. and Melissa A. Guseynov, Esq. In a recent decision that reinforces creditor protections against serial bankruptcy filers,
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October 30, 2025 at 6:24 PM
How is brand enforcement evolving in #Web3? FRB’s Moish Peltz joined INTA’s Brand & New podcast to discuss trademarks, blockchain, and why protecting brands in decentralized ecosystems matters. Listen to the episode here: frblaw.com/frbs-moish-e... #FRBLaw #INTA #TrademarkLaw #Blockchain
FRB’s Moish E. Peltz Featured on the International Trademark Association’s Brand & New Podcast - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
FRB’s Moish Peltz, Co-Managing Partner, Chair of the Intellectual Property Practice Group, and Co-Chair of the Digital Assets Practice Group, recently
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October 30, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Selecting the right business structure is critical for clients—and complex for advisors. Join FRB's Matthew Foreman for the BARBRI webinar “Tax Considerations in Business Entity Selection” on Nov. 13, 1–2:30 PM ET. Learn more & register: www.barbri.com/course/profe... #FRBLaw #Taxation
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October 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM
FRB is excited to welcome Angela Stockbridge as a Partner in our Tax Group. Angela brings deep experience in employee benefits, executive compensation, and taxation, advising employers and executives on complex regulatory and compliance matters.

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Falcon Rappaport & Berkman Welcomes Angela M. Stockbridge as Partner in the Taxation Practice Group - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP (FRB) is pleased to announce that Angela M. Stockbridge has joined the firm as a Partner in its Taxation Practice
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October 27, 2025 at 8:13 PM
FRB was proud to attend the SHAREing & CAREing Annual Benefit & Silent Auction this week at Russo’s On The Bay in Howard Beach. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support an organization making such a meaningful impact in our community.

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October 24, 2025 at 10:10 PM
A recent #TTAB decision highlights a key lesson for crypto businesses: descriptive names make weak trademarks. FRB's Moish Peltz breaks down the #WORLDWIDECRYPTO case and what it means for brand strategy in the digital asset industry. frblaw.com/ttab-decisio... #FRBLaw
TTAB Decision on WORLDWIDECRYPTO Provides an Instructive Reminder for Crypto Trademark Applicants - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Moish E. Peltz, Esq.  A Crypto Trademark Case Worth Noting A recent decision from the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) offers an important
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October 23, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Scams like phishing and “pig butchering” can do more than drain your accounts – they can have tax implications. FRB's Matthew Foreman and Tonya Hurd explore what recent IRS guidance means for victims of targeted scams. frblaw.com/can-i-deduct... #FRBLaw #IRS
Can I Deduct the Money That I Sent to (or Was Stolen by) a Scammer? - Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
By: Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M. and Tonya L. Hurd It’s probably safe to say that anyone with a cell phone or an email account has been the target of a
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October 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM
FRB’s Dana Walsh Sivak was featured in a recent GOBankingRates article exploring how proactive elder law planning can safeguard family assets and reduce stress. Read here: www.gobankingrates.com/retirement/p... #FRBLaw #GOBankingRates #ElderLaw #AssetProtection #FamilyPlanning
5 Reasons You Need This Kind of Lawyer To Protect Your Family’s Money (and Your Peace of Mind)
Most families don't realize how quickly a health crisis can wipe out savings, trigger disputes, and leave them scrambling through a maze of legal headaches. Read More: Here's Why You Always Want to Kn...
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October 16, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Calling all Westchester residents! Connect with FRB's Samantha Lyons at #SeniorLawDay this Thursday, October 9th at her workshop presentation and meet one-on-one for guidance on elder law, estate planning, Medicaid, and more. Get directions here: seniorlawday.info/senior-law-day-2025
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Senior Law Day 2025 - Senior Law Day Collaborative
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October 7, 2025 at 6:20 PM
This Wednesday, FRB's Samantha Lyons will present on Estate and Funeral Planning in Cortlandt Manor, NY! Enjoy light refreshments and explore the essential steps for planning ahead. Register for FREE now by calling (914) 528-1572. #FRBLaw #EstatePlanning #FuneralPlanning
October 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM