From landlord-tenant disputes and foreclosure actions to joint venture breakdowns and receivership proceedings, Rhode Island real estate litigation is governed by a complex web of statutes, case law, and procedural rules. In the latest Chambers USA: Law & Practice guide, PSH attorneys Daniel E. Burgoyne, James P. McGlone, Michael L. Mineau, and Allison L. Fleet...

As short-term rentals (STRs) continue to reshape the housing and hospitality markets, Rhode Island finds itself at the center of a legal balancing act between state-level statutes and local zoning restrictions. In his latest contribution to Chambers USA: Trends & Developments, PSH Partner Michael L. Mineau explores the state’s fast-developing case law around STR regulation,...

Alicia J. Samolis, Partner and Chair of the Employment & Labor Practice at Partridge Snow & Hahn, was recently interviewed by Law360 in its article regarding Edward Blum, a legal strategist behind many recent lawsuits challenging Affirmative Action programs in different contexts.  The article highlights the multitude of lawsuits targeting various DEI initiatives since the...

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Department of Justice released new guidance on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (“DEI”) in the workplace in March of 2025.  In a recent Rhode Island Lawyers Weekly article, PSH Partner and Employment & Labor Chair Alicia J. Samolis offers valuable insight into what this shift means for employers. Drawing on her deep experience in...

Partner Allison L. Fleet teamed up with Practical Law Real Estate to bring you this Real Estate Finance Rhode Island (7-571-2185) Q&A guide, which provides a detailed overview of commercial real estate finance law in Rhode Island. It addresses critical topics for borrowers and lenders, including security instruments, usury laws, recording requirements, title insurance, priority...

Partner Allison L. Fleet teamed up with Practical Law Real Estate to bring you this Real Estate Leasing Rhode Island (w-000-1954) Q&A guide, which provides a comprehensive overview of commercial real estate leasing laws in Rhode Island. It covers key aspects of lease execution, recording practices, disclosure obligations, rent and security deposits, lease term and renewal,...

Partner Allison L. Fleet teamed up with Practical Law Real Estate to bring you this Real Estate Ownership Rhode Island (3-571-2205) Q&A guide, which provides an in-depth overview of commercial real estate ownership laws in Rhode Island. It addresses key legal and procedural aspects that impact property owners, investors, and purchasers, including taxation, transfer requirements, title...

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