Patricia K. Rocha, a shareholder at Adler Pollock and Sheehan P.C., was recently named 2012 commercial litigator of the year by Finance Monthly Magazine. Now in its third year, the Finance Monthly Law Awards recognize law firms and legal professionals who have outperformed their peers through dedication to client service and work undertaken. At her firm, Rocha serves as chair of the litigation group. She is a co-author of a national text on trial advocacy and has also written articles and lectured on various aspects of the law. Rocha holds a J.D. from Boston College. more

When East Providence-based Capital Properties Inc. announced a fat dividend of $2.25 per share to be paid on Dec. 27, the company became the latest of scores of businesses large and small locally and across the country responding to potential tax increases that could go into effect in the new year. more

(Editor’s note: This is the first in a three-part series on tax-planning considerations and strategies for tax year 2012.) more

When Nikki Parness, a certified financial planner with a decade of experience crossing the public and private sectors, wanted to go independent after five years at Fidelity Investments, she knew there would be more to change than her office location. more

Some small-business owners are insisting they can’t afford new laws requiring them to charge sales tax for the first time. more

At Kahn, Litwin, Renza & Co., the results of the office wellness program can be seen at every morning staff meeting. more

For the people, by the people: The health programs offered at Ryan LLC in Providence, a leading global tax-services firm, aren’t just for workers, they’re designed by workers as well. more

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