Land Use
Jackson Walkerâs land use and municipal law practice group â the largest in the Southwest â handles transactions from the city to the suburbs and beyond. Whether itâs an urban redevelopment, industrial complex, or a brand-new neighborhood, we assist clients with securing appropriate zoning, addressing thoroughfare and circulation issues, and obtaining necessary approvals. We also help our clients devise and implement the most cost-effective approaches to their projects.
Jackson Walker Assists Live Nation in Obtaining Permits for The HiFi
November 24, 2020
Jackson Walker Attorneys Negotiate Zoning Changes Based on RLUIPA
December 22, 2016
November 6, 2025
Spotlight
Jackson Walker Earns 27 National and 142 Metropolitan Rankings in 2026 Edition of “Best Law Firms”
Jackson Walker proudly announces its inclusion in the 2026 edition of Best Law FirmsŽ by Best Lawyers. This year, Jackson Walker observed notable improvements in the rankings, including the addition of Construction Law as National Tier 3 and the advancement and additions of 14 practice areas in the metropolitan rankings.
September 18, 2025
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates 2025 Texas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the recognition of 75 attorneys by Thomson Reutersâ Super Lawyers in the 2025 “Texas Super Lawyers” list, as well as 66 attorneys as “Texas Rising Stars” for 2025. Each year, less than 5% of attorneys are selected to Super Lawyers and 2.5% to Rising Stars. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.
September 9, 2025
Mentions
Robert Soza and Jenny Roan Forgey Discuss Texas Senate Bill 17 on Spectrum News 1 Dallas
Jackson Walker partner Robert L. Soza and senior counsel Jenny Roan Forgey interviewed with Spectrum News 1 Dallas discussing both the scope of the term âreal propertyâ and the practical implications of Texas Senate Bill 17 for foreign investors already operating in the state.
August 21, 2025
Attorney News
âThe Best Lawyers in Americaâ Features 350 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2026 Edition, Including 10 âLawyers of the Yearâ and 106 âOnes to Watchâ
The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 350 Jackson Walker attorneys across 87 specialty practice areas in its 2026 edition, including 10 Lawyers of the Year and 106 Ones to Watch.
August 6, 2025
Mentions
Robert Soza and Jenny Roan Forgey Discuss the Impact of Texas Senate Bill 17 on Real Estate and Foreign Investment
Jackson Walker partner Robert L. Soza and senior counsel Jenny Roan Forgey were featured in the Houston Business Journal to discuss the implications of Texas Senate Bill 17, a new law signed by Governor Greg Abbott.
June 24, 2025
Insights
Analysis of Texas S.B. No. 17 Restricting Foreign Ownership of Real Property in Texas
By Robert L. Soza, Jr. and Jenny Roan Forgey
Texas has enacted significant new legislation, effective September 1, 2025, that imposes sweeping restrictions on the purchase or acquisition of real property by certain foreign individuals, entities, and governments.
June 5, 2025
Spotlight
Chambers and Partners Releases 2025 USA Guide Featuring 79 Jackson Walker Attorneys and 28 Ranked Departments
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 79 attorneys and 28 departments for inclusion in the 2025 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys were ranked across 29 departments, with 4 attorneys listed among multiple areas, 9 ranked nationwide in their respective areas, and 12 recognized for the first time.
May 29, 2025
Insights
City of Dallas Eases Parking Mandates
By Suzan Kedron & Victoria Morris
On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, the Dallas City Council approved sweeping changes to the minimum off-street parking requirements under the Dallas Development Code, a process that began in 2019. The Cityâs imposed off-street requirements were originally adopted in 1965 and have only undergone minor updates since.
April 25, 2025
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates 21 Attorneys Named Among 2025 “Best Lawyers in Dallas”
Jackson Walker congratulates the 21 attorneys recognized among D Magazineâs list of the âBest Lawyers in Dallasâ for 2025. For recognition in the list, Dallas attorneys must be nominated by their peers on the basis that they offer unmatched counsel in one of 40 categories.
April 1, 2025
Spotlight
‘The Texas Lawbook’ Interviews Suzan Kedron in Honor of Women’s History Month
In an interview with The Texas Lawbook, Suzan Kedron discusses how being a woman lawyer has changed during her career, the meaning of Womenâs History Month, and the elements that make diversity and inclusion programs effective.
