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Obtaining a liquor license in the state of New York can be a complicated process, and the ongoing backlog at the New York State Liquor Authority (the SLA) is resulting in application processing times of between six and eight months; however, in many cases, applicants may be able to obtain a temporary permit to operate while the application is reviewed.If you are thinking of starting or purchasing a business requiring a liquor license, there are a number of threshold issues to consider before you [...]

ALBANY, N.Y. – Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP, the Capital Region’s largest law firm, has announced that Kelsie Harris has joined the Firm as an Associate in the Business, Corporate and Commercial Practice Group. In her new role, Harris will provide comprehensive legal counsel to businesses, financial institutions, funds, not-for-profits and individuals in connection with significant corporate transactions and government matters. She will also assist with tax planning strategies [...]