Marie A. Cooper

Marie A. Cooper is experienced in addressing issues arising under planning and zoning laws, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), water supply bills, housing laws, the California Coastal Act, election laws, and annexation-related laws. She is also skilled in handling Williamson Act matters. 

Marie has substantial litigation experience in challenging and defending land use entitlements, general planning and zoning enactments, development fees and dedications, annexation proceedings, and initiatives and referenda. Her land use litigation practice focuses on writ of mandate proceedings and validation actions. She is adept at navigating the unique procedures applicable to land use cases. 

Marie has brought her knowledge of litigation processes and outcomes to bear in shepherding development projects through the approval process, representing both developers and public agencies. She has worked on environmental impact analyses for such projects as research facilities, infrastructure, residential subdivisions, large commercial centers, and institutional and educational facilities. Marie works with clients, consultants, and public agencies to present a comprehensive approach to the preparation of environmental documents, focusing on rational solutions that fit the client's particular circumstances.