Worldwide: Real Estate and Construction

As artificial intelligence data centers face mounting public opposition across New York State, developers and municipalities must navigate complex zoning disputes involving environmental concerns, infrastructure strain, and community resistance. This analysis explores strategic approaches for managing contentious AI data center projects, from environmental review processes to public engagement tactics that can transform opposition into productive dialogue.

Attorney Aaron Dunn from the Real Estate and Litigation Transaction Group presents a comprehensive primer on lis pendens, exploring the legal mechanisms and practical implications of this important real estate litigation tool. The webinar examines how lis pendens notices affect property transactions and the rights of parties involved in real estate disputes.

Jordan Metzger, a real estate attorney, provides expert analysis on New York City's Pied-À-Terre Tax, explaining how this levy on high-value residential properties affects owners who don't use them as primary residences. The discussion covers the tax's far-reaching implications for property owners, prospective buyers, and co-op boards across the city.