News and Insights

4.03.20

Ohio Issues Executive Order Requesting Relief for Small Business Tenants and Commercial Real Estate Borrowers

On April 1, 2020, Ohio’s Governor issued Executive Order 2020-08D, a copy of which is linked here. Issued pursuant to the Governor’s implied police powers to address the economic impact of COVID-19,…

3.01.21

The Eviction Moratorium: A Texas Federal Court Holds the CDC Lacks Authority to Regulate Private Property Rights—BUT Eviction Moratorium Remains

On Thursday, February 25, 2021, a Federal Court Judge in the Eastern District of Texas sided with a group of landlords by holding that the eviction moratorium instituted by the Centers for Disease…

1.28.21

The New Normal – The Consolidated Appropriations Act Temporarily Codifies Pandemic-Related Bankruptcy Relief for Commercial Tenants (But It’s Not All Bad For Landlords)

On December 27, 2020, the Consolidated Appropriation Act of 2021 (the “CAA”) was enacted to provide additional coronavirus stimulus and relief for businesses challenged by the ongoing COVID-19…

2.03.20

Should It Stay or Should It Go? Practical Tips for How to Handle Fixtures, Trade Fixtures, and Other Common Issues When Your Commercial Lease Term Comes to an End

Whether you are a commercial landlord or tenant, a number of questions arise as you approach the end of a lease term. Some of the more common disputes that arise at the end of a lease term involve…

6.23.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: How Much Will Tariffs Add to Your Construction Costs? (with Dan Schairbaum)

How much will tariffs add to your construction costs?With 25% rates hitting key building materials like steel, brick, and lumber, developers can’t just plan for the usual delays and change orders…

3.26.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Will Michigan Make Land Splits Easier for Real Estate Developers? (with Sam Kilberg and Bel Martin)

Will Michigan’s new land division bills make development easier? Senate Bill 23 and House Bill 4081 could expand land split opportunities—but what does that mean for developers, utilities, and…

2.20.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Why Are Investors and Developers Betting Big on Data Centers? (with Rob Pollock)

As digital infrastructure explodes, data centers are becoming CRE’s most in-demand asset class. Global power demand for these facilities is projected to grow approximately 16% annually from 2023 to…

3.24.25

5 Things I Learned in 50 Years of Legal Practice

What lessons can a 50-year veteran of law offer to young and seasoned attorneys alike? Dan Schairbaum, leader of Dykema’s Real Estate practice group, sits down with Carl Rashid to discuss key insights…

8.29.21

L.A. Times Names Jeff Huron a “Legal Visionary” in its Business of Law Publication

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Jeff Huron, Office Managing Member of Dykema’s Los Angeles office, was featured in a list of “Legal Visionaries” from Los Angeles and…

5.11.21

Robert Linton Discusses the Flexible Office Space Market in GlobeSt.com

Robert Linton, Chicago-based Member and Leader of Dykema’s Real Estate Practice Group, was quoted in the GlobeSt.com article, “An Oversaturated Flex Space Market Could Easily Deflate.”

4.29.21

Michael Wippler Provides Insight about Real Estate Law for Students in U.S. News & World Report

Michael Wippler, Los Angeles-based member of Dykema’s  Business Litigation practice group, was quoted in the U.S. News & World Report article, “What Real Estate Law Is and Reasons to Study It.”

6.23.25

Dykema Secures Significant Victory for Low-Income Tenant in Pro Bono Housing Case

Dykema is proud to announce a significant pro bono victory on behalf of a low-income single mother and her two children, successfully resolving longstanding housing violations that severely impacted…

3.12.24

Dykema Secures Reversal and Remand for Housing Investor as Fifth Circuit Overturns Jury Decision in High-Stakes Real Estate Dispute

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit reversed and remanded judgment in the appeal of Clapper et al. v. American Realty Investors Inc. et al. Dykema had appealed the jury decision…

8.29.23

Todd Schebor Elected Chair of State Bar of Michigan Environmental Law Section

Dykema announced today that Todd Schebor was elected as the Chair of the Environmental Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan, beginning October 2023. The Environmental Law Section of the State Bar…

2024

Strategic Alternatives For And Against Distressed Businesses, 2024 ed.

Gary Segal contributed to the Thomson Reuters treatise, Strategic Alternatives For And Against Distressed Businesses, 2024 ed.

2022

Strategic Alternatives For And Against Distressed Businesses, 2022 ed.

Gary Segal and Mark Silverman each contributed to the Thomson Reuters treatise, "Strategic Alternatives For And Against Distressed Businesses, 2022 ed."

11.22.21

Claims Against General Contractors

Dykema attorney and co-leader of the firm’s construction law group, Steve Mroczkowski, participated in editing and updating a construction law handbook published by the Illinois Institute for…

1.11.24

SBM Cannabis Law Section Webinar on Property Classification

Mark Magyar and Carl Rashid served as featured presenters for "State Bar of Michigan (SBM) Cannabis Law Section Webinar on Property Classification," which took place on January 11, 2024.