Land Use

Jackson Walker’s land use and municipal law practice group – the largest in the Southwest – handles transactions from the city to the suburbs and beyond. Whether it’s 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.

Karl Baker

Karl Baker

Partner, San Antonio
210.978.7753

Christopher B. Bradford

Christopher B. Bradford

Senior Counsel, Austin
512.236.2320

Myron D. Dornic

Myron D. Dornic

Senior Counsel, Dallas
214.953.5946

Luke Franz

Luke Franz

Associate, Dallas
214.953.6063

Henry Gilmore

Henry Gilmore

Senior Counsel, Austin
512.236.2342

Katherine Loayza

Katherine Loayza

Land Use Consultant, Austin
512.236.2259

Pamela Madere

Pamela Madere

Partner, Austin
512.236.2048

Victoria Morris

Victoria Morris

Associate, Dallas
214.953.6080

James M. Nias

James M. Nias

Partner, Austin
512.236.2350

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September 19, 2023
Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2023

Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. 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.

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September 18, 2023
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‘Scene in S.A.’ Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2023 “Best S.A. Lawyers” List

Jackson Walker congratulates the 44 practicing attorneys in the San Antonio office who were included in Scene in S.A.’s 2023 “Best S.A. Lawyers” list. In its 19th year, the “Best S.A. Lawyers” list presents attorneys across 80 distinct practice areas who were nominated by fellow licensed, practicing attorneys of Bexar County.

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August 17, 2023
Attorney News

‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 287 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2024 Edition, Including 12 “Lawyers of the Year” and 80 “Ones to Watch”

The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 287 Jackson Walker attorneys across 5 offices and 82 specialty practice areas in its 2024 edition, including 12 Lawyers of the Year and 80 Ones to Watch. In this year’s guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (66 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (60 attorneys) and the addition of 35 attorneys as Best Lawyers.

Suzan Kedron

July 10, 2023
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Suzan Kedron Named Fellow of Texas Bar Foundation

Jackson Walker is pleased to congratulate partner Suzan Kedron on her election as a fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation.

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June 1, 2023
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Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2023 USA and Global Guides

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 51 attorneys and 17 departments for inclusion in the 2023 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys recognized in the guides were ranked in 19 practice areas, with 4 attorneys listed among multiple areas and 6 named among the top attorneys nationwide in their respective areas.

Suzan Kedron

May 9, 2023
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Longhorn Ballroom Presented With Community Impact Award

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that our client Edwin Cabaniss won in the Community Impact category at the 2023 Commercial Real Estate Awards for the Longhorn Ballroom. Presented by D CEO, the annual awards recognized outstanding projects, deals, and industry players.

Pam Madere

May 8, 2023
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Secrets to Success: Female Leaders Say Relationships, Confidence and Work Ethic Open Doors l Austin Business Journal

Building a career is hard work, but it can be especially arduous for women vying for top ranks in industries like finance and law, which tend to be male-dominated. Women across all industries have taken on more executive roles in recent years, according to a recent article from U.S. News and World Report using U.S. Census Bureau data. In many states, female execs accounted for at least one-third of the top positions in 2021, though that figure was roughly 27% in Texas, according to the data.

Jackson Walker Best Lawyers in Dallas 2023

April 25, 2023
Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates 24 Attorneys Named Among 2023 “Best Lawyers in Dallas” List

Jackson Walker congratulates the 24 attorneys recognized among D Magazine’s list of the “Best Lawyers in Dallas” for 2023. 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.

March 23, 2023
Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its 2023 Texas Rising Stars

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the selection of 63 attorneys to Thomson Reuters’ 2023 “Super Lawyers – Rising Stars” list, which recognizes only 5% of Texas attorneys who either are 40 years of age or younger or have been in practice for 10 years or less.

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February 16, 2023
Attorney News

Suzan Kedron and Brad Lowry Named Practice Leaders, and Josh Romero Elevated to Committee Chair

Jackson Walker announces the appointments of Suzan Kedron and Brad Lowry as firmwide chairs of the Land Use and Real Estate practices, respectively. In addition, Joshua Romero has been appointed Chair of the Paralegal Committee, which oversees the work of paralegals at the firm.

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