I have written about the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and its workings on a number of occasions in my blog. To be sure, requiring California government agencies to take into account the protection of the environment in their decision-making processes is a demonstrable benefit to society … [Read More...] about Will the California Supreme Court take action to curb abusive CEQA environmental review practices?
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Federal government tightens and expands high-priced residential real estate reporting obligations in money laundering battle
I’ve previously reported in this blog on efforts by the federal government to combat money laundering by imposing certain reporting and … [Read More...] about Federal government tightens and expands high-priced residential real estate reporting obligations in money laundering battle
Post year-end update on several new California laws affecting real estate
Those of you who are followers of my blog know that I post Items from time to time about current California legislation relating to real property … [Read More...] about Post year-end update on several new California laws affecting real estate
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“The Value of Vibrant, Active Bar Associations in Fostering Professionalism and Mentorship Among Attorneys and the Bench”: My speech accepting the Santa Clara County Bar Association’s Professional Lawyer of the Year Award
Each year, the Santa Clara County Bar Association recognizes our local bench for its dedication and contributions to the administration of justice at its annual Judges’ Night Dinner. The most recent edition of this … [Read More...] about “The Value of Vibrant, Active Bar Associations in Fostering Professionalism and Mentorship Among Attorneys and the Bench”: My speech accepting the Santa Clara County Bar Association’s Professional Lawyer of the Year Award
California Supreme Court upholds referendum challenge to zoning amendment seeking to reconcile an ordinance with its general plan
For regular readers of this blog, California land use matters are a frequent offering on our legal menu. These topics have ranged from grand-scale theories to seemingly trifling notions. Yet despite their variety, … [Read More...] about California Supreme Court upholds referendum challenge to zoning amendment seeking to reconcile an ordinance with its general plan
Will Opportunity Zones under the Tax Cut and Jobs Act enhance prospects for real estate investment and community development?
Virtually hidden among the more controversial provisions of the Tax Cut and Jobs Act adopted late last year, Opportunity Zones, which are intended to promote economic activity in lower-income areas by giving … [Read More...] about Will Opportunity Zones under the Tax Cut and Jobs Act enhance prospects for real estate investment and community development?