Chambers USA Ranks Allen Matkins Among Top Tier of California Real Estate Law Firms for 22nd Consecutive Year

LOS ANGELES – June 5, 2023 – Chambers USA has released its annual rankings of the premier business law firms in the U.S. and, for the 22^ndconsecutive year, Allen Matkins is in the top tier of real estate law firms in California. Chambers USA also elevated the Environmental practice group’s ranking, and recognized the firm's Construction and Land Use practices among the best in the state.

Real Estate partners Gary McKitterick, Tony Natsis, David Stone, John Tipton, and Marc Young were recognized; Construction partner Mark Hartney was ranked for the second year; Land Use partner Jeffrey Chine was recognized; Environmental partner Pamela Andes was elevated to a higher ‘Band,’ with David Cooke and Sandi Nichols again receiving high rankings; and Banking and Finance partner Pauline Stevens was also individually recognized by the publication.

Through interviews with peers, significant purchasers of legal services, and competing law firms, London-based Chambers USA rates business lawyers at U.S. law firms by state within a selected set of key practice areas, assessing the attorneys' and firms' legal abilities, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by clients. The following is what Chambers USA said about Allen Matkins in its 2023 guide:

Real Estate Practice: Allen Matkins maintains a strong reputation across the state of California for its deep real estate expertise. The firm is particularly noted for its strength in highly sophisticated leases, acquisitions, and dispositions. They are recognized in the market for representing developers. Allen Matkins boasts additional expertise in related areas, including joint venture transactions, land use approvals, and commercial finance and tax issues.

Construction Practice: The firm’s work includes drafting and negotiating design and construction contracts for a range of projects, including mixed-use, residential and retail developments. They have the capacity to handle construction issues arising from each stage of a project, encompassing bid protests, delay and insurance claims. Allen Matkins is noted for its experience in both private and public projects. There is particular strength in the south of the state, with construction practitioners resident in the firm's Los Angeles, Century City, San Diego, and Orange County offices.

Land Use Practice: Allen Matkins is well versed in the handling of environmental-related litigation in both state and federal courts. "Jeff Chine has a tremendous amount of experience in litigation,” notes a client, adding: “He is able to advise on how to avoid risk while keeping the project moving forward."

Environmental Practice: Allen Matkins maintains a strong reputation for the full range of environmental regulatory, transactional, and dispute resolution work. They boast a strong litigation team with significant experience in both trial and appeals, particularly in relation to CERCLA cases and contaminated sites. The firm frequently advises clientele on high-value projects and redevelopments requiring environmental due diligence, and has a wealth of experience in water rights and quality matters. Clients include Silicon Valley tech companies, major developers, and public sector bodies.

About Allen Matkins

Allen Matkins, a law firm with more than 225 attorneys, was founded with deep roots in real estate that has leveraged that foundation to grow and build prominent litigation, corporate, tax, labor and employment, land use, and environmental practices allowing us to partner with clients across myriad industries and markets. For more than 45 years, Allen Matkins has worked with clients drawn to us by our reputation for market leading solutions, pragmatism, exemplary quality, approachability, and our unparalleled network of contacts and connections in business and government. For more information about Allen Matkins please visit www.allenmatkins.com.