In Memoriam: Larry Israel

As many of you are aware, Larry Israel, former managing partner of Israel & Samuels LLP, Larry Israel & Associates and the creator and chief editor of Business Briefs (formerly known as “Business Law Update”) passed away last month after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease, Lewy Body Dementia and other health ailments. Larry passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family. The notes, emails and cards that have been received from many of Larry’s former clients, colleagues and friends are deeply appreciated and speak to the impact that Larry had on so many of us. Many of our readers’ business success can be directly attributable to Larry’s guidance from, not only a legal perspective but, from drawing on his vast business experience. As many of you know, Larry was a very successful business owner and CEO of a large tech company for many years before becoming a business attorney.

Soon after Larry formed Larry Israel & Associates in early 2001 he created a monthly newsletter, to bring matters of interest to the attention of business owners and entrepreneurs, on issues relevant to business. Larry’s creation was not only as a marketing tool, but, essential information that assists readers and clients to be efficient and successful in the operation of a business. Larry loved to write, he loved satirical humor, he loved to fly, he loved to give advice, he loved reading the Wall Street Journal, he loved his law practice and most of all, he loved his readers. With that, we offer a couple of articles relevant to our current readers and then a special look back to the first edition of Business Law Update sent out from the desk of Larry Israel & Associates on November 5, 2001. Enjoy and thank you all again for the support.