Real Estate/Development
May 29, 2025
What every litigator should know about California real estate law
California real estate law is a complex mix of statutes, local regulations, and historical nuances that can challenge even seasoned litigators, making a solid understanding of fundamental concepts--like zoning, title, partition, and disclosure--essential for effective case strategy and resolution.
David B. Coher
Neutral
Alternative Resolution Centers (ARC)
David B. Coher is a neutral with Alternative Resolution Centers with expertise in real estate and technology matters. He combines his experience in real estate litigation with his years of service, including stints as chair of both the Planning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals in Pasadena, to help parties reach resolutions that consider the complexities of real estate law and land use in California, generally, and achieve the most desirable results. He also sits on the ADR panel for the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
When I mediate real estate matters, I'm often struck by how
easily even well-prepared parties can be caught off guard by the legal and
factual complexities involved. But I really shouldn't be surprised: real estate
law in California is a patchwork of statutes, local ordinances, historical
quirks, and evolving doctrines. Even attorneys who routinely handle litigation
can find themselves navigating unfamiliar terrain when a case involves property
law.
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