Best Lawyers in New York, United States for Land Use and Zoning Law
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Paul J. Cambria, Jr. is recognized as one of the nation’s preeminent attorneys. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Cambria focused his practice in the areas of criminal trials, criminal appeals, constitutional law, First Amendment law, zoning and land use, antitrust, and professional licensing defense. Mr. Cambria built a strong reputation for successfully representing individuals and businesses in complex, high-profile cases at all levels of the courts, including state, federal, and the Unit...
Caroline Harris's practice is focused on land use law, emphasizing New York City zoning and historic preservation. She is an expert on development rights deals (“air rights”) and discretionary approvals. She also has substantial transactional experience and serves as a Neutral Arbitrator on the Commercial Panel of the American Arbitration Association.Ms. Harris began her zoning career in the public sector as Associate Counsel for the New York City Department of City Planning. As A...
Kacey H. Sou is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law. Kacey H., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kacey H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Christopher Koester is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Christopher, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Erik W. Snipas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law. Erik W., who practices law in Garden City, New York, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Erik W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Paulo Coelho is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Paulo, who practices law in Uniondale, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paulo is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
John C. Stellakis is an experienced land use attorney handling zoning applications, municipal matters, litigation, and environmental cases, as well as commercial and residential real estate transactions. John works closely with owners, applicants, engineers, and architects to prepare, coordinate, and present entitlement applications, and navigates complex environmental review frameworks. He counsels municipalities in drafting, enacting, implementing, and applying local laws, hearing and consi...
Joseph Sbarro focuses his practice on land use and zoning real estate matters. In particular, he concentrates on land use and zoning diligence and applications for discretionary approvals with governmental agencies including the New York City Planning Commission, Department of City Planning, Department of Housing Preservation and Development, and the Board of Standards and Appeals. Joseph also prepares and assists clients with applications for New York City’s Voluntary and Mandatory Inc...
Allison L. Curreri is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Allison L., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Allison L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Michael Zoltan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law. Michael, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Rachel Scall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Rachel, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rachel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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