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Monthly Archives: November 2014

When landlords rent to college students

11/17/2014 | Real Estate Blog

For many Americans, an empty room is simply a space that has yet to be rented to someone who can put it to good use. If you share this sentiment, you may be a landlord to many tenants or you may simply aspire to rent out a single room in your home to someone who can use it more fully than you can. And for someone in need of a place to sleep or to engage in creative work, that […]

Kaplin Stewart Super Lawyers

11/17/2014 | Media

We are pleased to announce that five of Kaplin Stewart attorneys have been selected as 2014 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, and three attorneys selected as 2014 Pennsylvania Rising Stars. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multiphase selection process. Only five percent of the total lawyers in the state are ultimately selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers. Named as Super Lawyers: Andrew B. Cohn for Construction Litigation Marc B. Kaplin for Land Use & Zoning Robert A. Korn for Construction Litigation […]

Minimize delays and avoid pitfalls with construction consulting

11/15/2014 | Construction Blog, Real Estate Blog

From the planning phase to contract disputes to employment issues, costly obstacles can arise at any point in the construction process. No matter what your role is in the project, it is crucial that you have sound legal counsel to help keep costs down, protect against liability and resolve disputes.

Land use and zoning appeals follow a strict timeline

11/9/2014 | Real Estate Blog

Even an experienced developer can become frustrated with the numerous rules and regulations surrounding Philadelphia’s complex zoning laws. It is not uncommon for developers or contractors to be involved in various stages of completion on a number of different projects at any given time. Even with scheduling technology and a staff of dedicated professionals, it can be easy to lose track of a timeline and find yourself facing a variety of unnecessary delays.