Top Rated Orange County, CA Land Use and Zoning Lawyers

In Orange County, California, there are 179 land use & zoning lawyers available with 97+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Orange County Has 179 Land Use and Zoning Attorneys with 97 Reviews

Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Litigation, Real Estate and more

Review: "Melinda Luthin is a consummate legal professional. She is knowledgeable, personable, diligent and responsive to all of our legal needs. Melinda is focused on justice. Proven experience matters. Litigation with Melinda is not a drill or a legal exp..."

Rating: 7.8

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Environmental and Natural Resources, Litigation and more

Bio: Victor J. Otten has been a licensed attorney for over 21 years and is the firm’s senior partner. Mr. Otten’s practice focuses on complex civil litigation including, environmental and land use law, real estate law, business law, criminal defense of...

Rating: 9.3

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate, Construction & Development and more

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Rating: 7.5

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Contracts & Agreements, Real Estate and more

Bio: Charles Stec is licensed General Contractor with over 15 years construction experience. As an attorney, Mr. Stec represents general contractors, tradesmen, material suppliers and property owners in all types of construction and real estate related...

Rating: 7.7

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Construction & Development, Insurance and more

Bio: I am an attorney with over 30 years experience in trial practice. I live and work in Laguna Beach, but my practice is nation wide. Our clients range from Florida to Washington state. Lawyers frequently call on me to mediate and arbitrate cases, an...

Rating: 8.4

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, State, Local And Municipal Law, Contracts & Agreements and more

Review: "Sharp and shrewd, extremely knowledgeable. Exceeded our expectations and resolved our land use and project development issues in a way that was not only cost effective, but provided a resolution beyond expectations. Successfully lobbied all intere..."

Rating: 7.4

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Litigation, Real Estate

Bio: Our motto is "Big Firm Experience, Small Firm Values." Having worked at some of the largest firms in the country, I know how to handle complex litigation matters. Owning a boutique firm means I bring that experience to all types of clients, from l...

Rating: 7.4

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 51 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning

Review: "Great job getting our new home built! Thank you Gene !!!"

Rating: 6.5

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Employment & Labor, Litigation and more

Bio: General Advisory and Trial Counsel with over 25 years experience in Business, Administrative, Government, Tort, Real Estate, Employment, Labor, Constitutional and Civil Rights Litigation and 19 civil jury trials. Ms. Knefel most recently served as...

Rating: 9.8

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Landlord & Tenant, Real Estate

Bio: Matthew M.Gorman is a Partner in the Firm, specializing in the fields of real estate law, land use litigation, redevelopment, and environmental law, representing clients in matters ranging from contract disputes, mechanics liens and construction l...

Rating: 6.7

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Litigation, Land Use and Zoning, Environmental and Natural Resources

Review: "Kristine was one the most responsive and knowledgeable lawyers I've worked with and known."

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Landlord & Tenant, Real Estate and more

Bio: I represent landlords, lenders and business owners in a wide variety of real estate and business disputes. Efficiency, communication and results are paramount.

Rating: 7.7

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Corporate & Incorporation, Real Estate

Bio: Alexander Maniscalco focuses on real estate and business transactions, land use entitlements and disputes, and general corporate practice. He serves as outside general counsel to a range of businesses, individuals, and families in San Diego and Or...

Rating: 9.2

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Environmental and Natural Resources, Appeals and more

Bio: John McClendon’s practice focuses on the land use entitlement process with an emphasis on CEQA/NEPA and other environmental laws, the Coastal Act, Planning & Zoning Law, Subdivision Map Act, affordable housing and water law. An experienced litigat...

Rating: 7.7

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Estate Planning, Real Estate and more

Bio: My promise to you: I will take the time to listen to you and understand your problem before giving advice, I will not rush you to sign a contract, I will help you consider all options not just the ones that cost a lot of money.

Rating: 8.3

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 54 years

Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Land Use and Zoning and more

Review: "Mr. Porter did an incredible job for me in my divorce settlement. He handled everything in a very professional manner and took the stress out of my life. He is a very sharp and highly respected attorney. The judge complemented him on his calm d..."

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Litigation, Bankruptcy and Debt, Land Use and Zoning and more

Review: "I spoke with Mathew May a few times concerning the rights I have as a real estate agent. He was very patient, understanding, intelligent and helpful. He listened to my questions without interruption or judgement and responded with clarity. He was ..."

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Arbitration, Bankruptcy and Debt, Banking and more

Review: "The when office is rude. It doesn't get better when you talk to him. He is arrogant and clearly just here for your money. AVOID HIM "

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Land Use and Zoning

Review: "Tinnelly makes his living by creating as much litigation as possible. He cost our HOA thousands in needless filings, court fees and lawyer hours. The longer things take, the more money he makes! We found out the hard way that it's in his best inte..."

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Orange County Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Land Use & Zoning Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Family, Litigation

Bio: Attorney, coach, and therapist providing trauma-informed, child-centered litigation services to individuals engaged in high-conflict divorce/child custody disputes. Litigation attorney with extensive experience in land use and environmental matter...

Rating: 6.5

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