Navigating the Maze: Unpacking California Municipal Codes as a Legal Professional

Navigating the Maze: Unpacking California Municipal Codes as a Legal Professional In the complex landscape of legal statutes and regulations, California Municipal Codes stand as a cornerstone for legal professionals, city planners, and local government officials. These extensive collections of local ordinances, crafted and enforced by cities and counties across California, govern a wide range … Continued

Navigating CEQA Exemptions in California with CEB

Navigating CEQA Exemptions in California with CEB The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a cornerstone of environmental law in the state, mandates a thorough environmental review of projects to assess and mitigate their impacts. Navigating CEQA’s comprehensive requirements can be daunting for projects of all sizes, making the understanding and application of CEQA exemptions a … Continued

How Business Entity Choice Affects Succession Planning in California

Three Scenarios: How Business Entity Choice Affects Succession Planning in California Any estate with business interests will involve succession planning issues around limited partnerships (LPs), limited liability companies (LLCs), corporations and other business entities. They can come in the form of actual businesses being passed down to an owner’s heirs through share or ownership interest … Continued

A Comprehensive Guide to Real Estate Law in California

Navigating the Golden State: A Comprehensive Guide to Real Estate Law in California California real estate law encompasses a broad range of regulations and statutes that govern the ownership, use, and transfer of real property within the state. This expansive area of law covers aspects such as property rights, real estate transactions, land use and … Continued

California Affordable Housing Updates

California Affordable Housing Updates: What Lawyers Need to Know Now California land use and municipal law attorneys: we see you. You’ve got your work cut out keeping up with the state’s ever-evolving patchwork of affordable housing regulations. It almost seems as if California launches new statutes and initiatives aimed at solving its housing crisis on … Continued

Understanding California’s Brown Act

Understanding California’s Brown Act: A Guide to Open Government California’s Brown Act, a key piece of legislation promoting transparency and accountability in local government, plays a crucial role in ensuring that the actions and deliberations of public bodies are open and accessible to the public. This guide delves into the Brown Act, exploring its significance, … Continued

Ensuring Compliance with the Subdivision Map Act

Ensuring Compliance with the Subdivision Map Act: Count on Continuing Education of the Bar  The Subdivision Map Act (Map Act) is a foundational piece of legislation in California’s real estate and land development industry. Although it’s been around for a while, its relevance remains undiminished. In this guide, we’ll explore the historical context of the … Continued