On Tuesday, September 12th, the Cannabis Control Board approved the regulations for general adult-use cannabis license applications. Starting on October 4th, applicants can access the New York Business Express (NYBE) portal to apply for various licenses including cultivator, processor, microbusiness, distributor, and retail dispensary licenses. Notable items include, but not limited to: The Wagoner Firm …
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Justice Bryant Puts a Damper on CAURD Program
On August 18, 2023, Justice Bryant of the New York Supreme Court issued a preliminary injunction enjoining New York’s Office of Cannabis Management (“OCM”), for the duration of the lawsuit, from issuing new Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (“CAURD”) licenses and from processing, approving, or investigating pending CAURD applications and provisional licenses. However, applicants who met …
The Law Office of Carolyn D’Agostino and The Wagoner Firm PLLC Join Forces to Provide QDRO and Valuation Services
The Law Office of Carolyn D’Agostino, PLLC, a leading provider of QDRO and pension services, is thrilled to announce its merger with The Wagoner Firm PLLC, effective July 1, 2023. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in both firms’ histories, as they combine their unique talents and resources to offer an expanded range of …
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The Wagoner Firm Team extends our heartfelt congratulations to Matt Baumgartner and his organization on the successful sale of Wolff’s Biergarten Syracuse! He and his team were an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish of this business sale, and it was our honor to see this to closing. We also wish the …
Congratulations!
We are thrilled to congratulate our client Susan Moya and her venture Global Eats LLC on their recent purchase of Restaurant 605 located on New Scotland Avenue in Albany, New York. It was our pleasure to represent them throughout the purchase, licensing, and closing processes of this transaction, and we are excited to watch and …
New York’s Iconic Flatiron Building is Sold for $190 Million as a Result of a Court Order
In a noteworthy decision by the Supreme Court, New York County, Judge Cohen ruled in favor of the minority owners who sought a judicial partition and sale of the Flatiron Building, a Manhattan landmark. And, on March 22, 2023, this historical building sold for $190 million at a live auction after a competitive bidding process. …
Albany’s Good Cause Eviction Law Overturned in Rare Win for New York Landlords and Developers
The Wagoner Firm represents landlords and developers throughout New York on a host of issues and will continue to advocate for them and follow along as the landscape evolves. We would be happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have related to your real estate needs.
FTC Proposes Ban on Noncompete Clauses
Last month, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) proposed a new rule that would ban nearly all noncompete agreements.
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This past December, The Wagoner Team facilitated the successful acquisition of Delmar’s Upstate Wine & Spirits for our clients, Dave Hostig and Rob Wentworth. As part of the closing, The Wagoner Team was able to procure an expedited approval of a license from the New York State Liquor Authority, allowing Upstate Wine and Spirits to …
The Wagoner Firm Attends Ironwood Cannabis Farm Tour
We had a fun time last Thursday evening touring Ironwood Cannabis Farm in Saratoga. The Capital District Regional Committee of the New York Cannabis Growers and Processors Association hosted an event to educate current and prospective cannabis cultivators on the best outdoor growing practices in New York and requirements issued by Office of Cannabis Management …