Best Lawyers in Pennsylvania, United States for Land Use and Zoning Law

Named “Lawyer of the Year 2022” by Best Lawyers in America ® and chair of Gawthrop Greenwood’s management committee, Stacey L. Fuller practices in the areas of Municipal Law, Land Use Law, Education Law, and Special Education Law. Stacey represents municipalities, townships, boroughs, planning commissions, zoning hearing boards and other governmental entities, as well as individual developers and residents, on issues such as zoning and other land development matters. She...

Irv currently serves as the firm's Managing Shareholder. He concentrates his practice on land use, zoning , and real estate litigation. Prior to joining Tucker Arensberg, he served as in-house counsel to the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh. He has represented land owners and developers before planning commissions, zoning hearing boards, governing bodies, administrative agencies, and the Court of Common Pleas. In addition, Irv serves as counsel to numerous food service and restaura...

Robert C. Jefferson, IV is a senior associate attorney at Gawthrop Greenwood, PC who focuses his practice on municipal government law, as well as land use, land development and zoning. A former Assistant District Attorney, Jefferson spent six years at the Chester County D.A.’s Office prosecuting 19 jury trials and more than 20 bench trials for criminal cases ranging from felonies to misdemeanors. His career in public service, along with experience navigating the adversarial court system...

Gregory R. Gifford is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Gregory R., who practices law in Colmar, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gregory R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Alex is an associate attorney at Nochumson P.C., where he helps clients navigate the complexities of land use and zoning as well as real estate taxation matters throughout the Philadelphia region. Whether he is working with developers, homeowners, or governmental agencies, Alex is known for his sharp attention to detail, creative problem-solving, and ability to think on his feet when it matters most.

Ashley Puchalski Thomas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management, Land Use and Zoning Law, Municipal Law and Real Estate Law. Ashley Puchalski, who practices law in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ashley Puchalski is held by other...

Erin Kernan Aronson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Erin Kernan, who practices law in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Erin Kernan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Zachary A. Sivertsen is a Shareholder in Eastburn and Gray's Municipal, Land Use and Zoning, and Litigation practice groups. Mr. Sivertsen has appeared on behalf of clients before zoning hearing boards and other municipal governing bodies in land development matters, zoning amendments, zoning appeals, and applications for zoning variances and conditional use and special exception approvals. He has represented municipal clients in litigation matters, drafted municipal ordinances, filed and res...

Nicole Feight dedicates her practice to Municipal Law, Education Law, and Land Use and Zoning Law at Clarke Gallagher Barbiero Amuso & Glassman Law in Trevose, Pennsylvania. She holds a particular interest in Open Records/Right to Know Law compliance. Nicole provides representation for both school districts and municipalities, frequently addressing inquiries related to Right to Know (RTK) requests, assisting with their processing, and managing appeals with the Office of Open Records. Nico...

Greg is a Montgomery County native whose deep-rooted connections inspire his dedication to assisting local leaders in developing effective services and thoughtful policies for townships, boroughs, and school districts. At Clarke Gallagher Barbiero Amuso & Glassman Law, Greg plays a significant role in the Land Use and Zoning Law practice, concentrating on guiding both municipalities and residents through zoning and land development challenges in Trevose, Pennsylvania. With a strong convic...

Michael E. Peters is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Municipal Law. Michael E., who practices law in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Lauren Gallagher, a dedicated Partner at Clarke Gallagher Barbiero Amuso & Glassman Law in Trevose, Pennsylvania, offers comprehensive legal guidance in Land Use and Zoning Law and Municipal Law. She helps the Firm’s municipal clients navigate a wide array of regulatory issues, including compliance with Federal and state laws and local ordinances. Lauren benefits from her deep connections to the area, being a native of Bucks County. Growing up in Quakertown and now residing in Lansd...