Sean Sherlock represents real estate developers, investors, and lenders in environmental, land use eminent domain, and real estate litigation matters. He litigates cases under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and advises clients preparing Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and other CEQA documents needed to obtain project approvals. Sean has extensive experience representing clients in environmental cases involving contaminated properties, air and water quality, and government enforcement actions. He also represents clients in eminent domain and a variety of real estate and business litigation, including contract disputes, commercial landlord-tenant disputes, and loan enforcement.
Sean keeps abreast of changes in these areas through his active involvement in real estate industry organizations including the Legislative Affairs Committee for the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) SoCal chapter, and the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors, Orange County/Inland Empire chapter. Sean’s education and early professional experience as a chemical engineer and Environmental Specialist for Chevron U.S.A. gives him a unique industry perspective and understanding of the issues businesses face.
Sean also serves as co-chair of Snell & Wilmer’s Pro Bono Committee.