Best Lawyers in America for Land Use and Zoning Law

As a practicing land use lawyer in New York since 1984, Jay Segal has wide-ranging knowledge of virtually all aspects of land use law. He frequently appears before New York City's City Council, City Planning Commission, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Board of Standards & Appeals and Buildings Department. Jay counsels many of New York City's leading developers, institutions and non-profit organizations. He has wide-ranging experience with zoning districts, variances, special permits, a...

Robert Roe Campbell, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Land Use and Zoning Law, Project Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Robert Roe practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Robert Roe Campbell, Jr. since 2005. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Robert Roe Campbe...

Michael Sahn is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Land Use and Zoning Law. Michael practices law in Uniondale, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Sahn since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael Sahn is held by other lawyers.

Dubbed zealous and creative by opposing counsel, Aaron S. Evenchik focuses on construction and real estate law, where he represents clients in both transactional and litigation matters. Serving as co-chair of both the firm’s construction and real estate practice groups, his cross-practice technique allows him to help resolve disputes innovatively and effectively. Aaron’s Cleveland experience with transactions and handling multiple first chair litigation/arbitration matters enables...

Matt is a member of the Environmental and Energy Practice Groups. A significant portion of Matt’s practice involves representation of municipalities and private developers in regard to water law matters, including: the permitting, operation and expansion of water supply/treatment/distribution systems and wastewater collection and treatment systems; sewer use ordinance drafting and enforcement including industrial pretreatment programs; stormwater management including ordinance drafting,...

Jeremy joined MSK at its inception in March 2004 and became a member of the firm in January 2007. Jeremy’s practice focuses on commercial real estate law, in which he represents developers, property owners and municipalities in the acquisition, financing, permitting, development, management, leasing and sale of a wide variety of commercial, residential, hotel, resort and office properties. Jeremy’s practice additionally includes general commercial transactional law, including enti...

Richard Rattner has more than thirty years of experience in real estate law, with specialties in real estate acquisition, sale and loan transactions, land use development, zoning, and corporate law. Mr. Rattner is a member of the Oakland County Bar Association, the State Bar of Michigan, the American Bar Association and the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation. He served on the Governing Council of the Real Property Law Section (RPLS) of the State Bar of Michigan and remains an active parti...

Nectaria Chakas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Land Use and Zoning Law. Nectaria practices law in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Nectaria Chakas since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Nectaria Chakas is held by other lawyers.

Greer Mallette serves as managing partner and focuses his practice on real estate, construction, and business litigation matters. He advises small business owners regarding their rights, duties, and obligations, and has litigated claims of shareholder oppression, squeeze-outs, and breach of fiduciary duties. He works with banks, title companies and other property owners on matters related to commercial contracts, leases, loan closings and resolves real estate problems, such as title and bound...

Ted Zangari is Chair of the Sills Cummis & Gross Real Estate Department and Chair of the Redevelopment Law Practice Group. His law practice is multipronged. As Chair the Sills Cummis cross-disciplinary Redevelopment Law Practice Group, he captains a team of the Firm’s attorneys on brownfield, transit-oriented, central business district, and waterfront redevelopment projects, as well as adaptive reuse projects at obsolete or vacant corporate campuses and shopping centers. In addition...

Letitia D. Moore is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Environmental Law and Land Use and Zoning Law. Letitia D. practices law in San Francisco, California Best Lawyers has recognized Letitia D. Moore since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Letitia D. Moore is held by other lawyers.

Lamont R. Richardson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Lamont R. practices law in Salt Lake City, Utah Best Lawyers has recognized Lamont R. Richardson since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Lamont R. Richardson is held by other lawyers.

Carli M. Koshal is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Land Use and Zoning Law. Carli M. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Carli M. Koshal since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Carli M. Koshal is held by other lawyers.

Kim Martin represents real estate developers, investors and owners of residential, commercial, industrial, TOD and mixed-use projects. She has a specific focus on large-scale greenfield and brownfield development projects, including all aspects of land use entitlements—securing approvals for annexations, development agreements, zonings and rezonings, subdivisions, site plans, transferable development rights, public revenue sharing agreements and vested property rights. Kim assists clien...

Bradley A. Fowler focuses his practice on municipal law, civil litigation, real estate, and zoning/land use issues. Brad has a wide range of experience in representing large corporations, small businesses, local governments, and individuals in commercial, real estate, construction, contract, and employment related disputes in both Federal and State Courts. He also counsels local governments on a number of municipal matters including governance issues, planning and community development, Const...

Ivan M. Lui-Kwan was born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii. He has practiced law for over 55 years, focusing on Hawaii’s land use, administrative and real estate law. Mr. Lui-Kwan is highly involved in the community, bringing his legal experience to further goals which support Hawaii’s future. Mr. Lui-Kwan is a Director of the law firm. He is recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in the practice areas of Real Estate Law, Leisure & Hospitality Law, Land Use & Zoning Law,...