Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use
USA Guide 2024 : Virginia: Northern
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+1 703 456 8000Chambers Review
Cooley has a stellar real estate practice with considerable strength in land use and zoning matters. The team is renowned for its work on behalf of owners and developers in mixed-use and residential projects at state and national level. It continues to be sought after for its expertise in data centers and hotel development. Other areas of strength include transport-focused development projects.
Work Highlights
- Cooley represented Compass Datacentres in connection with zoning approvals for data center projects in Northern Virginia.
Strengths
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"Cooley have a team of lawyers that always provide well thought and unique perspectives. They are able to recommend approaches and solutions to complex matters."
"Cooley's practitioners are experienced and exercise superb judgment on how to approach each issue."
"It's one of the best in the business and a go-to for the biggest and most complex cases. It has a deep bench of experienced attorneys."
"The group's lawyers are all top-notch, knowledgeable, efficient and strategic."
"Cooley have a team of lawyers that always provide well thought and unique perspectives. They are able to recommend approaches and solutions to complex matters."
"Cooley's practitioners are experienced and exercise superb judgment on how to approach each issue."
"It's one of the best in the business and a go-to for the biggest and most complex cases. It has a deep bench of experienced attorneys."
"The group's lawyers are all top-notch, knowledgeable, efficient and strategic."
Notable Practitioners
John Lavoie is a leader in the commercial real estate sphere. He has extensive experience advising on the sale, development and leasing of properties.
"John is truly experienced and has a strong breadth of knowledge."
"He's a fantastic lawyer and a pleasure to work with."
Mark Looney is highly recommended for his handling of zoning and land use matters, particularly in Reston.
"Mark can comprehend and analyze extremely complex matters."
"He is incredibly strategic and thoughtful in his guidance."
"He's a highly talented land use professional."
Michelle Schulman focuses her practice on real estate transactions and leasing on behalf of borrowers, institutional landlords and tenants. She also has expertise in advising on data center transactions.
"She is knowledgeable in all subject matters and is able to communicate and navigate negotiations effectively."
"Michelle is a great lawyer with excellent business acumen and attention to detail."