Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use - Washington
What the team is known for
McCullough Hill is the preeminent land use boutique, regularly endorsed as a top player in Seattle. The team excels in helping clients obtain land use entitlements and permitting for a variety of projects, including high-rise office and condominium towers, industrial facilities, regional shopping centers and urban mixed-use projects.
Strengths
"McCullough Hill is expert in all aspects of local land use."
"The team provides a really strong level of service - very efficient, communicative and responsive."
"McCullough Hill is fast, decisive and knowledgeable of both the law and the political climate."
Work highlights
McCullough Hill represented Hines in securing entitlements for a seven-acre redevelopment split-zoned site in downtown Bellevue.
Notable practitioners
Richard Hill assists private and public sector clients with land use and zoning issues. He is also noted for his litigation experience. "Richard is a pillar of the community."
Jack McCullough is held in high regard for his handling of land use and zoning matters for real estate developers and other corporate clients. "Jack is unmatched in his knowledge of the political climate and current activity." "He is excellent, a super knowledgeable and seasoned lawyer."
Ian Morrison has developed an impressive profile for his handling of the zoning and land use aspects of major development projects. He also offers notable expertise in landmark and historic districts matters, including adaptive reuse and demolition approvals. "Ian has great analytical skills." "He really understands client issues."
Jessica Clawson acts for private developers on commercial, hospitality and residential projects, advising on land use and permitting matters. "She is a very strong lawyer - very knowledgeable and has a good pulse on the market." "Jessica is knowledgeable and laser-focused on the critical issues that can help drive value for a project."