Municipal and Local Government Litigation and Counseling

Municipal-Government Experience

Tort Claims: Our attorneys have extensive experience in defending government entities in tort matters including false arrest and excessive force claims, claims against emergency responders, public school assault claims, and auto accident and premises claims. We have broad experience utilizing governmental immunities laws to actively and aggressively pursue motion practice to defend our clients’ rights under those laws.

Denial of zoning and land use approvals: LCBF brings a deep understanding of local governance and regulatory frameworks to land use and zoning disputes, including First Amendment and statutory claims brought by religious institutions.

Discrimination claims: Our attorneys have extensive experience representing public employers against discrimination claims arising under state and federal discrimination laws as well as First Amendment and whistleblower claims.

Environmental claims: We also have defended municipalities in federal, state and private enforcement actions alleging violations of environmental laws, including under solid waste and clean water statutes.

Why Choose LCBF

In representing government entities we recognize the unique community objectives that our municipal clients prioritize. We frequently assist clients through early negotiations, dispute resolution, or dispositive motions. We work closely with Corporation Counsel and other municipal officials to ensure that our litigation posture is consistent with municipal policies.

Our municipal practice is bolstered by the firm’s deep trial and appellate expertise, and a broad array of practice area experience that can be leveraged to further advance the defense and litigation strategy of our municipal clients.