Housing Streamlining and CEQA: Navigating SB 35, the Builder’s Remedy, and Ministerial Approvals
California provides multiple pathways to streamline housing development, but they do not accomplish the same thing. Two of the most […]
Drafting Enforceable CEQA Mitigation Measures: Avoiding Common Legal Challenges
When a mitigation measure fails a legal challenge, it is because the language was vague, the performance standard was subjective,
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CEQA Exemptions Under Attack: How to Assert and Defend Categorical and Statutory Exemptions in 2026
Relying on a CEQA exemption is the fastest path to project approval and one of the most frequently litigated decisions
Building and Defending the CEQA Record: Avoiding Common Pitfalls in California Environmental Review
In CEQA practice, your case is only as strong as the record you build. When a project is challenged, the
Building and Defending the Administrative Record in CEQA Proceedings: What Gets You Reversed and How to Avoid It
In CEQA litigation, what may seem like a routine compilation task is, in reality, a critical lawsuit strategy. Courts reviewing
CEQAs Lawsuits: Case Results and Pitfalls
If you’ve ever had to work your way through a CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) lawsuit, you know it’s not
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CEQA Compliance in 2025: What’s Changed and What’s Next
Staying current with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance is essential for lawyers advising clients on development projects in
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California Wildfire Legal Response: Executive Orders, CEQA Exemptions, and Rebuilding Guidelines
California Wildfire Legal Response: Executive Orders, CEQA Exemptions, and Rebuilding Guidelines The Los Angeles and Ventura County wildfires are, first and foremost, a human tragedy, displacing families, devastating communities and upending lives. But in addition, the physical destruction they’ve caused has created multifaceted legal challenges for California attorneys to navigate as property owners begin the … Continued
CEQA Suspensions and Wildfire Recovery: What Attorneys Need to Know
Wildfires in California have long been a devastating force, destroying thousands of homes and structures, displacing residents, and creating significant legal and regulatory challenges. In the wake of the most recent fires that have impacted Los Angeles and Ventura counties, Governor Gavin Newsom has taken decisive action to expedite recovery efforts by suspending key regulations … Continued
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CEQA Updates: New Housing Legislation to Have on Your Radar
CEQA Updates: New Housing Legislation to Have on Your Radar In another eventful year for California housing legislation, we’ve seen 40 bills introduced and 14 signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Many contain provisions affecting the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), which requires public agencies to assess and disclose the environmental impact of their actions, informing … Continued
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Real Estate Law: Significant Case Law for California Attorneys
Real Estate Law: Significant Case Law for California Attorneys Real estate law is a dynamic field, constantly shaped by case law. These decisions not only influence current legal practices but also offer valuable lessons for legal practitioners. From the intricacies of property easements to the complexities of zoning laws, understanding new rulings and landmark cases … Continued
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Case Law Review: Significant Environmental Law Decisions
Case Law Review: Significant Environmental Law Decisions California has been a pioneer in environmental law and regulation, often setting precedents that influence policy across the United States. This article explores key environmental law cases in California, highlighting their implications on policy, regulation, and legal practice in the environmental sector. Environmental Defense Fund, Inc. v. East … Continued
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