Our firm is recognized as one of the premier law firms practicing land use law in Oregon. We have several highly experienced land use attorneys with expertise in growth management and legislative matters, development review, hearings, and appeals. We also serve as land use hearings officers for various jurisdictions and have played an active role in developing land use legislation at the state level.

We have represented our clients on land use issues in Circuit Court, the Land Use Board of Appeals, and the Oregon Court of Appeals.

Our attorneys regularly conduct trainings on land use issues for the Oregon State Bar, Oregon City Attorneys Association, and other organizations, have authored a chapter in the State Bar’s treatise, “Land Use,” and are active members in the State Bar’s Real Estate and Land Use Section. We also routinely provide comprehensive land use training for many planning commissions, county commissions, and city councils.

Our firm is also recognized for its depth and expertise on annexation issues. We are knowledgeable not only about the legal provisions applicable to annexation, but also about the significant political ramifications that can ensue from annexation policies.