Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Legal Services in Scottsdale
Since 2004, Berry Riddell has established itself as a premier real estate law firm in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Our attorneys combine deep industry experience with personalized service to address complex legal challenges in real estate transactions, zoning, land use, and litigation. With a proven track record in both routine and intricate matters, we prioritize responsiveness, creative problem-solving, and client-centric solutions. Recognized by Best Lawyers, U.S.News & World Report, and Chambers USA, our team brings decades of combined expertise to every case. We maintain strong community ties and collaborate with top professionals across architecture, engineering, and finance to deliver exceptional results. Our commitment to excellence extends to administrative law, eminent domain, bankruptcy, and commercial litigation, ensuring comprehensive legal support for clients.
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Zoning and Land Use
Commercial Finance
Eminent Domain
Commercial Litigation
Administrative Law
Bankruptcy
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Recognized in Best Lawyers and Chambers USA since 2004 for real estate expertise
- Founding partners with 40+ combined years in Arizona zoning and land use law
- Responsive team available for urgent client needs
- Proven success in complex commercial litigation and bankruptcy cases
- Deep community connections with local planning agencies and development partners
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers
- U.S. News & World Report Best Law Firms
- Chambers USA
What people say
Exceptional expertise
Talented, professional
Highest level of attorney expertise
Conscientious and responsive
Positive outcomes
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Handling complex acquisition, development, and financing transactions with expertise in joint ventures and capital markets. Our team navigates legal intricacies to protect client interests while maintaining transaction efficiency. Proven success in both straightforward and multifaceted real estate deals.
Zoning and Land Use
Specializing in Arizona zoning regulations and entitlement processes. We represent clients before local governments to secure permits and approvals. Our deep understanding of municipal requirements helps clients overcome development challenges and maximize property value.
Commercial Finance
Structuring and negotiating secured commercial loans for diverse real estate projects. We handle loan modifications, construction financing, and complex capital structures. Our creative approach ensures tailored financial solutions while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory requirements.
Eminent Domain
Protecting property owners against government overreach in condemnation cases. We challenge improper valuations and ensure fair compensation through negotiation or litigation. Our track record includes successful outcomes in partial takings and damage assessments.
Commercial Litigation
Resolving real estate and commercial conflicts through strategic litigation. We handle breach of contract, property boundary disputes, and business valuation matters. Our approach balances aggressive advocacy with cost-effective resolution strategies to protect client assets.
People
John V. Berry
Founder
Recognized zoning attorney with 20+ years in Arizona land use law. Chambers USA honoree since 2004 and Lawyer of the Year in 2022 and 2024. Specializes in complex development approvals and regulatory compliance.
Wendy R. Riddell
Founder
Land use expert with extensive experience in zoning approvals and entitlement processes. Recognized by Chambers USA since 2019 for expertise in real estate development and regulatory matters.
Cassandra Ayres
Attorney
Specializes in zoning, land use, and eminent domain cases. Handles complex commercial litigation involving constitutional issues and property rights disputes. Active participant in Arizona's legal community.
David Carroll
Attorney
Commercial finance specialist with expertise in construction lending and multi-family property transactions. Advises major lenders and developers on complex financing structures across Arizona's commercial real estate market.
Jeffrey D. Gross
Attorney
Litigation expert focusing on real estate valuation disputes and zoning conflicts. Handles inverse condemnation cases and represents clients in Arizona's state and federal courts.
Questions
What real estate law services does Berry Riddell offer?
We provide comprehensive real estate legal services including transactions, zoning, land use, eminent domain, commercial finance, and litigation. Our expertise covers both routine and complex matters.
How experienced is your team in Arizona land use law?
Our founding partners have over 40 combined years of Arizona-specific zoning experience. We've handled land use matters since 2004 and maintain deep relationships with local planning agencies.
Can you handle complex commercial real estate litigation?
Yes, our attorneys have extensive experience in commercial litigation involving property disputes, breach of contract, and business valuation matters. We combine aggressive advocacy with strategic resolution approaches.
How do you approach eminent domain cases?
We protect property owners through rigorous valuation analysis and challenge improper condemnations. Our approach combines negotiation, mediation, and litigation to ensure fair compensation for taken properties.
What commercial finance services do you provide?
We structure secured commercial loans for various real estate projects, including construction financing and loan modifications. Our services cover multi-family, retail, and industrial property transactions.
