Carter N. McDowell

Before becoming an attorney, I worked in government. My roles included both city manager and planning and building director. I also have a master’s degree in planning. Based upon my experience in government and the projects I’ve handled in private practice, I have a much broader technical background, understanding, and depth of experience than most. I know how government works because I’ve done it from the other side. I’ve worked on many large, complicated mixed-used developments, including waterfront projects and vertical developments that are particularly complex. I know how they work - where the problems are, and where there are opportunities. I am also very experienced at leading the multi-disciplinary consultant teams required to undertake these complicated projects.

Constantly. The development world is an ever-changing environment, so helping clients stay abreast of the changes is an important part of what we do. The emergence of the Public Private Partnership model has presented new and significant opportunities that we are helping clients leverage. Sea level rise and sustainability related changes also require vigilance and adaptability. We are helping our clients navigate these emerging issues.