John Erskine

John Erskine has substantial experience counseling property owners and development teams on compliance with planning and zoning laws, the California Environmental Quality Act, State resource agency issues, and the California Coastal Act. He has advised and coordinated large development teams in connection with major urban infill multifamily projects, residential/retail mixed use centers, office complexes, mid and high-rise residential projects, oil field land use conversions, and beach/waterfront coastal projects. John has also represented numerous homeowner associations and residential and commercial land owners before counties, cities, and the California Coastal Commission.

John serves as co-chair of Nossaman's statewide coastal law practice. Prior to joining Nossaman as a partner in 1989, he served in several elected and appointed positions in local, County, and State government.