Davidoff Hutcher & Citron

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP With offices located in New York City, Albany, Washington, D.C.

and on Long Island, DHC is a multi-disciplined full service practice that handles legal and government relations matters. This firm's experience in traditional legal services and government relations enables us to address each client's specific concerns with a perspective and approach unparalleled by other firms. The firm's diverse and sophisticated practice includes all aspects of the business la

w, commercial litigation, real estate, land use, matrimonial, bankruptcy, trusts and estates and administrative law.

When restaurant owners stop speaking who controls the POS system, the bank accounts, and the lease?On Friday, October 2,...
09/08/2026

When restaurant owners stop speaking who controls the POS system, the bank accounts, and the lease?

On Friday, October 2, our partner, Andreas Koutsoudakis returns to the NYC Bar Association’s Restaurant Law Conference to break down the Corporate Considerations every hospitality counsel needs to know. From entity formation to judicial dissolution, Andreas will work through the actual documents and deal structures that dictate a restaurant's survival.

NYC Bar
42 West 44th Street
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

5.0 NY CLE credits in Professional Practice

To learn more and register visit here: https://dhclegal.com/dhcs-andreas-koutsoudakis-at-the-city-bars-restaurant-law-conference-2026/

We are happy to congratulate the leadership team at the Coalition for Ticket Fairness (CTF) on being named one of New Yo...
09/03/2026

We are happy to congratulate the leadership team at the Coalition for Ticket Fairness (CTF) on being named one of New York State’s top trade associations by City and State NY Magainze.

Our firm was honored to join CTF in Midtown Manhattan to celebrate this well-deserved recognition.

Partnerships rooted in policy, progress, and protection are central to our work. Congratulations to the entire coalition on this outstanding achievement.

Pictured (L to R): Jason Berger, Dana McLean, Olivia Mock, and DHC Partner Charles Capetanakis.

Read more at https://dhclegal.com/the-coalition-for-ticket-fairness-ctf-was-honored-to-be-named-one-of-the-top-trade-associations-in-new-york-state/

Building stronger communities starts with understanding and active collaboration.Members of the DHC Government Relations...
09/01/2026

Building stronger communities starts with understanding and active collaboration.

Members of the DHC Government Relations team recently spent an inspiring day touring the Helen Keller National Center campus in Port Washington, NY. From specialized rehabilitation and vocational training to comprehensive community support programs, the Center's work for individuals who are DeafBlind is truly remarkable.

Special thanks to CEO Susan Ruzenski, Executive Director John Filek, Chief of Programs Jeff Kunkel, Associate Executive Director Elizabeth Meade, and the incredible HKNC team for their warm hospitality and invaluable insights. We look forward to building on this vital partnership in the work ahead!

Read more here
https://lnkd.in/gE72rVJG

Is your partner’s side hustle quietly eating away at your restaurant’s bottom line? A management company can keep a rest...
08/31/2026

Is your partner’s side hustle quietly eating away at your restaurant’s bottom line?

A management company can keep a restaurant running smoothly—until a partner owns it and sits on both sides of the contract. In our latest white paper, the DHC Hospitality & Restaurant Law Group breaks down a real-world case where unchecked management fees, padded "shared services," and pocketed vendor rebates extracted over $500,000 a year from a thriving restaurant.

Learn how proper governance, total transparency, and legal strategy resolved a massive self-dealing conflict without destroying a $5M business.

Key Takeaway: The management company’s success should never come at the restaurant’s expense. If a partner owns it, watch it like one.

Read the full breakdown by partner Andreas Koutsoudakis with this link: https://dhclegal.com/the-management-company-that-ate-the-restaurant/

When a business partner controls the books, don’t stop at the books.In our latest white paper, The Gatekeeper — Informat...
08/28/2026

When a business partner controls the books, don’t stop at the books.

In our latest white paper, The Gatekeeper — Information Withholding & Forensic Discovery, we explore how third-party records—from banks, POS systems, payroll providers, vendors, and accountants—can uncover the financial truth when a partner refuses to provide it.

The lesson? Don’t argue about the reports. Don’t beg for access. Go to the source.

For restaurant and hospitality owners facing a partnership dispute, the records may tell a very different story than the one you’ve been shown.

Read the full piece by partner, Andreas Koutsoudakis and learn how forensic discovery can expose what a gatekeeper thought he could hide.

https://dhclegal.com/the-books-dont-lie-but-they-can-be-hidden/

Join NAMC NY Tri-State Chapter for a Unity Power Breakfast with Paul Ochoa, Commissioner of the NYC Department of Design...
08/26/2026

Join NAMC NY Tri-State Chapter for a Unity Power Breakfast with Paul Ochoa, Commissioner of the NYC Department of Design and Construction.

This special event will bring together contractors, industry leaders, public agency representatives, and business professionals for an engaging discussion on the future of New York City's construction industry, upcoming opportunities, and the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors.



REGISTER NOW here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/namc-unity-power-breakfast-tickets-1996684321555?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

130 lives transformed, 1 major milestone!The Doe Fund celebrated 130 graduates of the Ready, Willing & Able program at R...
08/24/2026

130 lives transformed, 1 major milestone!

The Doe Fund celebrated 130 graduates of the Ready, Willing & Able program at Riverside Church. From keeping 115 miles of NYC streets clean through paid transitional work to accessing housing, job training, and recovery services, these individuals built a clear path toward a second chance.

Inspiring words from NYC Deputy Mayor Helen Arteaga and Justice Reform Activist JJ Velazquez highlighted the power of courage, discipline, and community support—with DHC’s Melissa Chapman-Samad joining the celebration.

Read more here: https://dhclegal.com/the-doe-fund-celebrates-130-graduates-at-riverside-church-ceremony/

DHC Partner and “Lobbying Insider” Host Zack Fink sits down with Randy Peers, President and CEO of the Brooklyn Chamber ...
07/24/2026

DHC Partner and “Lobbying Insider” Host Zack Fink sits down with Randy Peers, President and CEO of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, for a wide-ranging conversation about Brooklyn’s business community, the Chamber’s contributions to New York City, and the latest developments in local politics.

Hear this engaging discussion and gain valuable insight into the issues influencing Brooklyn’s businesses, communities, and political landscape.

Listen to the latest episode of The Lobbying Insider by tapping the link below, or search for “The Lobbying Insider” on your favorite podcast platform:

https://dhclegal.com/podcast/host-zack-fink-chats-with-brooklyn-chamber-of-commerce-president-and-ceo-randy-peers/

Could an ownership change cause you to lose control of your restaurant?DHC Partner Andreas Koutsoudakis explains why res...
07/16/2026

Could an ownership change cause you to lose control of your restaurant?

DHC Partner Andreas Koutsoudakis explains why restaurant owners should prepare for partner exits, buyouts, new investors, and other ownership transitions before they happen.

Without the right legal protections, ownership changes can lead to a loss of control, reduced business value, and costly disputes. Learn how operating agreements, buy-sell provisions, valuation methods, transfer restrictions, and rights of first refusal can help safeguard your business.

Planning for an ownership change? Contact DHC Partner Andreas Koutsoudakis and the firm’s Hospitality & Restaurant Law Practice to discuss your options.

Read more: https://dhclegal.com/protecting-your-interests-during-ownership-changes-in-your-restaurant/

DHC Partner Sean Crowley, Partner and Interim Chair of our Government Relations Group, had the privilege of meeting Pope...
07/07/2026

DHC Partner Sean Crowley, Partner and Interim Chair of our Government Relations Group, had the privilege of meeting Pope Leo XIV during the Pope's final seasonal public audience at the Vatican while celebrating his 30th wedding anniversary in Italy with his wife, Maureen.

The memorable visit took place in Vatican City during a milestone celebration, making the occasion especially meaningful.

Read more: : https://dhclegal.com/sean-crowley-meets-pope-leo-xiv-in-rome-while-celebrating-30th-wedding-anniversary/

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