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Francesco De Vito Authors Article in the Journal of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys
The Abstract
Verrill Partner Frank De Vito authored an article featured in the Spring 2026 issue of The Abstract, the journal of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys. His article, titled “Full Rent Acceleration as Enforceable Liquidated Damages in Commercial Leases: What Massachusetts’ High Court Means for Risk Allocation and Drafting,” examines recent developments in Massachusetts commercial leasing law and their broader implications for real estate practitioners.
In the piece, Frank discusses a decision of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court addressing the enforceability of rent acceleration provisions in commercial leases and highlights how the ruling reinforces the importance of clear drafting and negotiated risk allocation in commercial real estate agreements.
The Abstract is a national publication of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys, featuring commentary and analysis on legal issues affecting real estate finance and mortgage law.
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