The hospitality, resort and adventure industry has evolved significantly over the last two decades, shaped considerably by advancements in digital technology. Scale’s real estate and land use attorneys are both personally and professionally aligned with the positive disruption taking place in these sectors. And by leveraging the tech-forward, distributed platform upon which Scale was built, we are able to transact deals, shape complex real estate structures, and manage owner portfolio needs in ways that are thoughtful, cost-effective, and tailored. Acquisition, land use, and reconfiguration costs can be streamlined with effective planning and careful attention, while simultaneously attending to important conservation and sustainability goals.
Scale’s best-in-class team pulls together experts from government, tech startups, in-house counsel, venture investment, and high-end law firms. Together, we provide a complete legal solution - with a focus on practical, strategically aligned legal advice and operational efficiency - to address the unique needs our clients face, from planning and acquisition to operations, maintenance, and sale.
DIY Law: Beware of the Legal Template
Many companies use contract templates in their day-to-day operations. When drafted properly and tied to the appropriate use case, templates can be a tremendous time and money saving resource. As outside general counsel to companies of all sizes, the review of existing contract templates comes up quite often. Some clients are looking for an upgrade, while others may be seeking a quick, validating green light or help with a contract negotiation utilizing a template as the foundation. Unfortunately, many templates do not accomplish the intended purpose, or worse.
Under the Corporate Transparency Act, Companies Face New Requirements in 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial regulation and corporate transparency, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has emerged as a pivotal piece of legislation. Enacted in 2021 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, the CTA will require most new and existing legal entities operating in the United States to file reports with the federal government regarding their beneficial owners. The CTA goes into effect on January 1, 2024, and its key provisions are described below.
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