…F.3d 816 (10th Cir. 1997). [21] See Skidmore v. Swift & Co., 323 U.S. 134, 140 (1944). [22] See U.S. v. Mead Corp., 533 U.S. 218, 228, 234-35 (2001). [23] Nat. Res. Def. Council, Inc. v. U.S. Dep’t of the…
…in Alaska. [1] Available at https://www.doi.gov/sites/doi.gov/files/uploads/m-37043.pdf [2] See 935 F. Supp. 2d 195 (D.D.C. 2013). [3] See 25 C.F.R. § 151.11. [4] Land Acquisitions in the State of Alaska, 79 Fed. Reg. 24,648 (May 1, 2014). [5] Available at https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/26/memorandum-on-tribal-consultation-and-strengthening-nation-to-nation-relationships/…
Commercial real estate buyers who skimp on due diligence cannot shift liability for that mistake to their seller, according to a December 2021 opinion from the Alaska Supreme Court. In Gavora, Inc. v. City of Fairbanks, the Court ruled unanimously…
…regular basis to meet their business and transactional needs. Lauren has handled real estate transactions involving the purchase and sale, lease, and management of commercial and residential properties, medical office space, commercial condominiums, mixed-use properties, warehouses, and undeveloped land in…
…development joint ventures, syndications and all aspects of related securities law matters, including Rule 506 private placements. Ben also practices in the areas of land use and zoning, ANCSA, and public lands. Ben is active in Arctic policy and development….
…[8] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(d)(1)(A), (f)(8). [9] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(c)(2). [10] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(b)(2)(i). [11] See generally 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(a)(2). [12] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(g). [13] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(a). Related article: FinCEN Issues Final Rules for…
Landye Bennett Blumstein’s practice includes all aspects of business and entity law. Clients range from Alaska’s largest air carrier to local nonprofit organizations. Our experienced business attorneys cover the following areas: Business formation (corporations; limited liability companies; general, limited and…
…disputes, and professional malpractice claims impacting construction. Working to prevent future disputes is critical. We help clients analyze, negotiate, and draft competitive bid invitations, requests for proposal, prime contracts, consulting agreements, joint-venture agreements, purchase and change-order documents, subcontracts, contract specifications,…
…seeking to address their financial commitments, practice administration, succession planning and buyouts. We assist in the sale and acquisition of healthcare businesses as well as asset purchase agreements. LBB supports the risk management needs of health care organizations facing potential…
…1606(o). [3] A.S. 10.06.413 [4] 260 P.3d 1036 (Alaska 2011). The case is available at the ANCSA Resource Center [5] A.S. 10.06.430 [6] A.S. 10.06.450 [7] A.S. 10.06.430(c) [8] A.S. 10.50.870 [9] A.S. 10.50.880 [10] A.S. 32.06.403 [11] A.S. 10.20.131…
Suzanne focuses her practice on business litigation, natural resources litigation, and employment law. She has successfully litigated issues of natural resources standing to the Alaska Supreme Court and has worked on a variety of real property, contract, and construction disputes….
Before joining the firm, Casey served as a law clerk to Anchorage Superior Court judge Peter Ramgren. In addition to the general litigation matters Casey worked on at the court, she has experience in municipal matters and utilities representation. Before…
…in Anchorage, interned at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Anchorage, and worked as a summer law clerk at Landye Bennett Blumstein, LLP. Before pursuing a career in the law, Alex worked as a legislative aide in the Alaska State Legislature….
Ryan joined the firm in 2022. Originally from Fairbanks, Ryan attended the University of Colorado School of Law and practiced commercial real estate law in the Lower 48 before returning to Alaska. In addition, Ryan has a breadth of experience…
…of the worker’s noncompete. The proposed rule interprets non-compete agreements broadly, to avoid circumvention. For example, an overreaching non-disclosure agreement or claw-back of training expenses could fall within the rule’s scope. The proposed rule contains an ownership exception for persons…
…transactions. His legal journey also included an internship at the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office, where he assisted with the prosecution of serious felonies. Prior to entering law school, Jackson worked in Business Affairs in the film and television industry….
…appeal before state, federal, or administrative tribunals. John also advocates for clients before Alaska’s Marijuana Control Board and assists in solving marijuana related problems in the areas of entity formation, operations, and regulatory compliance. John represents clients throughout Alaska and…
…resolution. Doug has a master’s degree in construction engineering and management and has also been an adjunct professor in construction law at the University of Colorado. Doug also represents clients in a wide variety of litigation and disputes, including business…
…U.S. Congress and Executive Branch. He has decades of experience representing Alaska Native tribes and tribal organizations, local rural governments and Native corporations on a wide variety of issues, including tribal and subsistence rights, Indian Child Welfare Act cases, natural…
…a knack for conflict resolution. Leslie previously worked as a law clerk for U.S. Magistrate Judge John D. Roberts, The Alaska Attorney General’s Office, and Alaska Superior Court Judge Vanessa White. Leslie focuses her practice on Civil Litigation, Municipal Law,…
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