James Moss

Municipal Law Counsel

J.D., University of California, Berkeley School of Law; Licensed Attorney, State Bar of California

15+ years experience

Credentials

James Moss is a distinguished Municipal Law Counsel with over 15 years of experience specializing in urban planning and zoning regulations. He earned his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, where he focused on administrative and environmental law. Currently a Senior Partner at Sterling & Finch LLP, James advises municipalities and developers on complex land use issues, from comprehensive plan amendments to conditional use permits. His professional philosophy centers on fostering equitable and sustainable community development through meticulous legal counsel and strategic foresight. James is renowned for successfully litigating the landmark "Green Spaces Initiative" case, which established new precedents for environmental impact assessments in urban development across the state. Readers can expect his articles to provide insightful analysis of emerging trends in state and local governance, practical strategies for navigating regulatory landscapes, and comprehensive breakdowns of significant legal rulings impacting urban and regional planning

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