Attorney Andrew Alper reviews recent amendments to the California Finance Lender’s License law, which have created complications for lenders that work with unlicensed brokers. He advises anyone involved in selling, brokering or lending to obtain a license to prevent negative consequences.... read more

May/June 2016

Andrew Alper discusses the issues that arise after a court recharacterizes a lease transaction as a loan. He reminds us that while a contract will remain enforceable, regardless of whether it is determined to be a lease or loan, there is no substitute for careful drafting.... read more

September/October 2015