Our Practice Areas
Experienced legal counsel for land use and real estate development tailored to advance your interests and objectives in an environment of increasingly stringent regulatory control.
For nearly 50 years, DTM Law has delivered practical legal counsel with professionalism and integrity to clients who build and support our communities and economy. Whether guiding clients through critical litigation, securing development approvals, or structuring complex transactions, DTM Law delivers results that leverage upon our extensive experience and expertise.
PRACTICE AREA
Real Estate Development
DTM Law’s Real Estate Development Practice integrates land use, environmental, corporate, and eminent domain expertise to guide clients through all stages of real estate projects across Massachusetts. We represent developers, businesses, and property owners in securing entitlements, managing environmental risks, structuring ownership, and navigating takings-related challenges. Our multidisciplinary team works seamlessly with public agencies and private stakeholders to deliver strategic, efficient, and forward-looking counsel that brings complex developments to life.
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Land Use & Zoning
DTM Law is a trusted leader in land use and zoning law, representing clients across Massachusetts and beyond. We provide strategic guidance to national, regional, and local developers, businesses, and property owners navigating complex real estate development, use and permitting processes. With deep knowledge of local zoning ordinances and state land use regulations, we work to identify solutions that advance projects and drive economic growth across the Commonwealth and New England.
Our attorneys have extensive experience working with municipal boards, local stakeholders, state agencies, regional planning authorities and federal regulators to secure approvals, resolve challenges, and move developments forward efficiently. Whether guiding large-scale commercial ventures or local community growth investment, we are committed to delivering results that align with our clients’ goals and the communities they serve.
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Environmental Law
DTM Law provides strategic counsel to developers, businesses, municipalities, and property owners in Massachusetts navigating the complex landscape of environmental compliance, permitting, and enforcement. With deep knowledge of federal and state environmental statutes, regulations, and evolving policy frameworks, we work to identify practical solutions that protect natural resources while advancing our clients’ objectives.
Our attorneys have extensive experience working with environmental agencies, regulatory bodies, conservation commissions, and community stakeholders to secure permits, manage risk, and resolve disputes across a range of industries. From wetlands and waterways protection to hazardous waste and stormwater, we deliver results that align with environmental standards and support sustainable development.
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Eminent Domain
DTM Law is a recognized authority in eminent domain law, representing both public entities and private property owners in complex land taking and just compensation matters. With a distinguished record of success in the courtroom, our attorneys have tried over 100 eminent domain jury trials to verdict—drawing on decades of experience that spans some of the most significant public infrastructure and development projects in Massachusetts history.
Our team includes former Assistant Attorneys General with firsthand knowledge of government-side takings, as well as seasoned trial lawyers who advocate for the award of fair and just compensation for the takings of real property from private and public entities. We handle all aspects of eminent domain litigation, from initial valuation and pre-condemnation strategy to trial, appeal, and settlement.
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Corporate Formation
DTM Law provides comprehensive counsel on business formation and entity structuring for clients across Massachusetts. We work with long-established entities, entrepreneurs, professional service providers and their tax professionals to establish business entities that align with their goals, operations, and growth plans. Our attorneys help clients evaluate the legal and practical implications of different structures—such as LLCs, corporations, and partnerships—to ensure a strong foundation from day one.
With a deep understanding of state and federal requirements, we guide clients through the entire formation process, from drafting and filing organizational documents to preparing operating agreements, bylaws, and other essential contracts. We take a hands-on, accessible approach, offering clear advice on ownership structure, liability protection, and compliance matters. Whether launching a new venture or formalizing an existing enterprise, DTM Law helps clients make informed decisions that position their businesses for long-term success.
