Feb 19, 2026 | Highlights, Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
In the span of 48 hours this week, the three largest commercial real estate services firms in the world collectively lost tens of billions of dollars in market capitalization. CBRE Group saw its stock decline more than 20% over two trading sessions. JLL and Cushman...
Feb 11, 2026 | Highlights, Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
As we move into February 2026, the Northern Virginia land use landscape is being reshaped by a distinct “top-down” pressure. While local Boards continue to grapple with the political fallout of data center density and affordable housing mandates, the Commonwealth has...
Jan 21, 2026 | Highlights, Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
Selecting a contractor is one of the most consequential decisions an owner or developer makes during a construction project. Whether the work involves a residential renovation, a commercial tenant build-out, or a larger development effort, owners reasonably expect...
Aug 27, 2025 | Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
Scope creep is one of the most common and, more importantly, costly challenges in commercial and public construction projects. When work expands beyond the original contract without proper documentation, contractors, owners, and subcontractors are left exposed to...
Aug 25, 2025 | Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
The rapid growth of artificial‑intelligence applications has collided with America’s aging energy and permitting infrastructure. This collision of massive demand and regulatory friction creates a high-stakes environment where, as the recent invalidation of...
Aug 19, 2025 | Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
Your project is stalled. The zoning administrator says your plans don’t comply. Special exceptions and variances serve very different purposes under Virginia law. Choosing the wrong one can waste months and fees and, in some cases, force applicants to start over. To...
