Alexander M. DeGood

Experienced In Land Use Matters

Alex is a land use attorney who handles zoning matters, environmental compliance, and litigation. He represents real estate developers before planning commissions and city councils, advises on permits and regulations, and works with public agency staff and elected officials.

Alex has litigated land use cases on behalf of developers and property owners, negotiated settlements in environmental matters, and structured complex land use entitlement projects for industrial, commercial, and educational clients.

A Rich Legislative Background

Before becoming an attorney, Alex was director of legislative affairs for a Washington, D.C.-based government affairs firm. In that capacity, he represented local governments and public agencies, advising them on how to advance their legislative goals in Congress. He also helped secure more than $62 million in direct federal applications for local infrastructure and development projects.

Honors & Recognitions

Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Star,  2016

Professional Affiliations

California Land Use Law & Policy Reporter, Editorial Board, 2015-Present