Innovative Successful Solutions Crafted at the Intersection of Business and Public Policy
Client Insight Matters
Innovative Successful Solutions Crafted at the Intersection of Business and Public Policy
Relations
Since our founding, RYP has recognized the significance of the interaction between business and government, as well as the relationships between regulators and those industries that are regulated. Our professionals, many of whom have state and federal government experience, understand these complexities and how to balance regulatory concerns and policy considerations with fundamental business practices. Our success comes from the recognition of these key principles and our ability to fashion outcomes for our clients that acknowledge the importance of this balance.
Advocacy
Our professionals have the depth of experience with the court system, governmental agencies and the legislature to advocate for our clients. We evaluate carefully each client matter to determine the most suitable branch of government in which to advocate for our client’s needs in the most efficient manner. When litigation is necessary, RYP’s trial attorneys have brought thousands of disputes to successful resolution in the state and federal courts in New England covering a diverse range of matters for businesses and individuals.
Policy
Representation of our clients includes our understanding of, and participation in, the development of sound legal policy. Our professionals often work collaboratively with government agencies, the legislature, trade associations, and various commissions and working groups to formulate favorable legislation, regulations, and administrative practices to balance the needs of the business community with the effective functioning of state government. This key component of our firm’s history adds depth to our legal representation of our clients and maintains our valued position in the legal field.
Client Insight Matters
Why Insight Matters
New Hampshire and Vermont Business Tax Update
Several tax-related issues were vetted before the New Hampshire and Vermont legislatures this past session. In particular, both states had to grapple with whether to conform to the sweeping federal income tax changes enacted by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA”) that was signed into law on July 4, 2025. For a full update on material business income tax changes proposed and enacted this session in both New Hampshire and Vermont…
2026 Super Lawyers(®)
We are proud to honor seven of our attorneys who have been named to the 2026 edition of the New England Super Lawyers(®). William F.
RYP Representation before the New Hampshire Supreme Court Receives Statewide Attention
Attorney Michael Lewis presented oral argument on Tuesday before the New Hampshire Supreme Court in a high-profile civil rights matter, as reported in statewide news outlets.
The Union Leader Highlights the Civil Rights Work of Michael Lewis on Behalf of New Hampshire Children
The Union Leader highlights the civil rights work of Michael S. Lewis on behalf of New Hampshire children in this article, which describes his efforts to persuade New Hampshire to value children and their safety.
New Publication by Lily Denslow Analyzes Issues in Long-Term Care Facility Bankruptcies
Lily Denslow’s article, Ensuring Long-Term Care Access: How Bankruptcy Law Can be Leveraged to Address the Impending Senior-Care Crisis, has been published in the February 2026 edition
Rath, Young and Pignatelli’s Attorney Cassandra Moran and Attorney Christian Merheb File Civil Lawsuit Against the City of Franklin, NH and Franklin Police Department
Attorneys Cassandra Moran and Christian Merheb have filed a civil rights lawsuit against the City of Franklin, the Franklin Police Department and City and Police Department