A California law firm whose Government, Land Use, Environment & Energy department is one of the longest-established entitlement practices in the city. Its L.A. book is notably individual- and small-owner-heavy — single properties, family trusts and owner-operators — alongside institutional development work.
Fees reported to the City of Los Angeles Ethics Commission by this firm’s clients in their quarterly filings. Figures cover City of Los Angeles lobbying only — County, Metro, LAUSD and state work is reported to separate registries and is not included here.
| Reporting year | Fees reported | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.39M | — |
| 2024 | $1.62M | +16% |
| 2025 | $1.20M | −26% |
| 2026 (Q1–Q2) | — | part year |
Individuals registered with the City of Los Angeles to lobby on this firm’s behalf in its most recent registration year.
Clients that registered this firm with the City and the amounts they reported paying it. Amounts cover 2025 and 2026 filings to date.
| Client | Paid, 2025–26 to date |
|---|---|
| Manuel Valencia | $116,470 |
| Luisa World | $91,532 |
| Cook Family Trust and William Cook | $80,365 |
| Ronald A. Simms Commercial Development | $77,988 |
| Gary Burdorf | $70,346 |
| Glass Garage Doors & Entry systems | $65,966 |
| Stella Nova LLC | $64,495 |
| Treetop Development LLC | $64,014 |
| Denny's Car Wash | $50,745 |
| Joel Shapiro | $49,424 |
Departments, offices and bodies this firm reported contacting in its quarterly activity filings.
| Agency or office | Reported activity |
|---|---|
| Building and Safety | 138 filings |
| Planning, City | 134 filings |
| City Council | 52 filings |
| Los Angeles Housing Department | 27 filings |
| Public Works, Engineering | 17 filings |
| Cultural Affairs | 17 filings |
| City Attorney, Office of | 16 filings |
| Recreation & Parks | 11 filings |
| Transportation (LADOT, DOT) | 9 filings |
| City Clerk | 8 filings |
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