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Biography
I am an experienced California attorney focused on Land Use, Zoning, Environmental, Litigation and Construction Law matters.
First a licensed architect, I attended law school to further my interest in construction and development. With over 25 years of experience, I bring a depth of knowledge and unique insight to help clients achieve their goals and objectives.
Outside of work, I enjoy international travel and a new passion for 50's modernist architecture. I can often be found taking architectural tours, running by Richard Neutra houses in Silverlake, and biking along beachfront structures.
Practice Areas
- Gov & Administrative Law
- Administrative Law, Election Law, Government Contracts, Government Finance, Legislative & Government Affairs
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Construction Law
- Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
- Environmental Law
Additional Practice Area
- Land Use & Zoning
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- California
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- New York
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Languages
- English
Professional Experience
- Partner
- Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP
- Current
Education
- Fordham University School of Law
- J.D.
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- Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation
- M. Arch.
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- Columbia College of Columbia University
- B.A.
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Awards
- Southern California Super Lawyer "Rising Star"
- Super Lawyers
- Also awarded in 2008
Professional Associations
- Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Committee # 235192
- Member
- Current
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- Urban Land Institute
- Member
- Current
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- Central City Association, Land Use and Development Committee
- Member
- Current
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- California Preservation Foundation
- Member
- Current
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- Los Angeles Conservancy
- Member
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- JMBM Proposes Amendments to CEQA
- JMBM Development Rights Newsletter
- Update: Los Angeles City Council Approves Ban on New Supergraphics in Hollywood
- JMBM Development Rights Newsletter
- A Sign of the Times
- JMBM Development Rights Newsletter Summer 2009
Speaking Engagements
- The Challenges of Urban Development, Sustainable Design Panel, CEB Program/Real Property Institute
- Public-Private Partnerships for Real Estate Development, Strafford Webinar
- Spoke with Guy Maisnik and David Cincotta
- Project Management and Construction Technology (RED 547)
- USC Masters of Real Estate Development
- Lecturer, 2005 Summer Session
Certifications
- Licensed Architect
- State of New York
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