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Insight: Legal Affairs

Proposed climate-related disclosures for federal suppliers

Babst Calland’s Gina Falaschi and Susanna Bagdasarova on how the Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule could impact federal suppliers.

Proposed SEC ESG rule would affect public, private companies

Babst Calland’s Gina N. Falaschi outlines some of the implications of the proposed SEC Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors rule.

Helping Pittsburgh Businesses Grow through IF Ventures

Babst Calland’s Chris Farmakis and Idea Foundry’s Mike Matesic on how a third-party funding program can help both sides of the investment equation make the most of the deal.

What to consider before starting a new construction project

Babst Calland’s Matthew Moses on what to consider before deciding when — and if — to move forward with a construction project.

Insight into what buyers are looking for in an acquisition

Taft Stettinius & Hollister’s Howard Bobrow on what M&A buyers are looking for in the market today and how sellers can maximize their value in a transaction.

Insight into what buyers are looking for in an acquisition

Taft Stettinius & Hollister’s Caryn A. Kaufman on what M&A buyers are looking for in the market today and how sellers can maximize their value in a transaction.

Developments in the calculation of an assessment ratio could benefit Allegheny County property owners

Babst Calland’s Peter Schnore explores what has changed in the assessment ratio, and how commercial property owners can take steps to reduce their property taxes.

How this tactic can prevent out-of-line liquidity payments

Babst Calland’s Michael Fink on how a shadow series works, when to use it, and the pros and cons of doing so.

3 steps to manage the financial risks in your construction project

Babst Calland’s Marc Felezzola on three ways to protect yourself before beginning a construction project.

Navigating environmental issues and liabilities in transactions

Babst Calland’s Ben Clapp explores the environmental diligence process in a sale and how to address environmental risks in contractual provisions.

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