The team at Ballard Spahr LLP plays a pivotal role in securing permits and approvals for the financing and construction of museums, arts centers, religious sites, and other buildings, thereby shaping city landscapes. The combined real estate and land use practice is led by Amy McClain and Matthew McClure, based in Baltimore and Philadelphia, respectively. Other key departmental figures include Salt Lake City’s Steven Mehr who has secured zoning and land entitlements for commercial, retail, and industrial developments. Philadelphia’s Joanne Phillips and Devon Beverly also focus on entitlements, zoning, and historic preservation matters, while Eileen B. Quigley represents clients before administrative bodies, commissions, agencies, and courts. Baltimore’s Jon Laria provides counsel on major development projects throughout the city.
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Key clients
- Midwood Investment & Development
- EQT Exeter
- The Rodin Group
- Brevet Capital Management, Silverstein Properties
- Temple University
- HRP Group
- Landmark Properties
- Saint Joseph’s University
- Fairmount Park Conservency
- Quaker Lane Realty
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Devon Beverly
Practice head
Amy McClain; Matthew McClure
Other key lawyers
Steven Mehr; Eileen Quigley, Joanne Phillips; Devon Beverly; Jon Laria