Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use - Arizona
What the team is known for
Berry Riddell LLC is a highly respected boutique firm specializing in zoning and land use matters. It has extensive experience advising on permits, leasing and rezoning, with further knowledge of real estate litigation and transactions. The team demonstrates considerable expertise in large mixed-use developments. It works with a wide range of clients such as hotels, government entities, healthcare providers and REITs. The firm is based in Scottsdale and is particularly active on mandates in and around the area.
Strengths
"The attorneys can always read the room for what needs to be accomplished and what can be accomplished."
"The firm understands the market and is also connected to the political side, with a good idea of what is taking place."
Work highlights
Berry Riddell advised EcoVista Development on the rezoning of a seven-acre rural site to facilitate a multifamily residential development.
Notable practitioners
John Berry handles a broad array of matters, including development agreements, zoning and land use permits. His clients range from REITs to commercial developers. He is a founding member of Berry Riddell LLC.
Wendy Riddell serves as the managing partner of Berry Riddell LLC and is very highly regarded for her expertise in zoning and land use issues. She acts for a range of developer clients and primarily operates across the Phoenix region. "She is a team player." "Wendy is a trusted adviser and is also liked and trusted by the municipalities."