Andrew Skanchy helps clients get projects done. Although the permitting process can be confusing and daunting, Andrew has extensive experience navigating clients through the morass and helping them achieve their objectives.

He provides strategic guidance on entitlement considerations and getting a project through the CEQA and NEPA processes, with a primary goal of avoiding litigation. But, should litigation ensue, Andrew is adept at defending project approvals in both federal and state court, having successfully defended public agencies and private developers when their projects are challenged. (Read more…)

Josh Bailey brings a wide range of real-world and litigation experience to his work advising clients on land use and natural resource matters, both in day-to-day governance and in active disputes.

He represents clients across a broad spectrum of industries, including agricultural businesses, municipalities, and special districts, as well as developers, trade groups, chambers of commerce, and citizen and landowner coalitions. With a strong foundation in environmental, water, and land use law, combined with extensive general litigation experience, Josh provides practical, forward-thinking counsel.(Read more…)

Christopher Marelich is committed to helping clients navigate California’s complex energy and environmental regulatory landscape. Chris’ current practice has a particular focus on proceedings and rulemaking before the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and the California Energy Commission (CEC). (Read more…)

Sarah assists with compliance and liability research for clients concerning complex federal environmental laws and regulations. She has experience working with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). She also deals with contract matters related to environmental regulations. (Read more…)