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Edward J Casey

Edward J Casey

USA 2026

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With over 30 years of experience, Ed Casey has represented residential, retail, and commercial developers in land use matters, including those arising under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). His practice encompasses every facet of the entitlement process, from pre-acquisition due diligence to permitting, and he has defended CEQA and other land use lawsuits for a variety of major development projects. He also guides clients through water supply issues arising from development projects.

Personal

Multiple editions of The Best Lawyers in America®, including “Lawyer of the Year” in Litigation – Land Use and Zoning; “Top Litigator,” Los Angeles Business Journal; “Top Rated Lawyer in Energy, Environmental, and Land Use Law,” The Recorder; “Top 100 Lawyers in California,” Daily Journal; AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating™ and AV Judicial Edition Preeminent Rating™, the highest possible ratings for both legal ability and ethical standards, Martindale-Hubbell®.

Education

University of Chicago

JD

1985

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use - California

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Edward Casey is well regarded for his experience handling zoning and land use issues, including CEQA matters. He focuses his practice on litigation and regularly represents clients in trials and appeals.

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California

California: Southern

District of Columbia

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