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John Gregory McClendonEnvironmental And Natural Resources Attorney in Irvine, CA
Leibold McClendon & Mann, P.C.
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(949) 751-1446
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Irvine, CA, US
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**John Gregory McClendon** *Irvine, CA* *Leibold McClendon & Mann, P.C.* John Gregory McClendon is a distinguished attorney at Leibold McClendon & Mann, P.C., based in Irvine, California, specializing in land use entitlement processes. With extensive expertise in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and various environmental laws, Mr. McClendon offers comprehensive legal guidance in matters related to the Coastal Act, Planning and Zoning Law, the Subdivision Map Act, affordable housing, and water law. As an accomplished litigator, Mr. McClendon has successfully represented both public interest groups and governmental entities throughout California. On the offensive side, he has advocated for numerous citizens' groups, effectively challenging controversial public and private development projects. His strategic approach at the administrative level, followed by successful court actions, has earned him a notable reputation in the field. Conversely, in his defense work, Mr. McClendon has provided invaluable legal support to cities, redevelopment agencies, special districts, and private developers. He has adeptly prepared legally defensible CEQA, NEPA, Planning and Zoning Law, and Subdivision Map Act documents and findings, ensuring that they withstand judicial scrutiny. His pre-litigation strategies have consistently led to favorable outcomes for his clients, with all documents he prepared surviving judicial challenges. In the private sector since 2000, Mr. McClendon has successfully negotiated and structured disposition and development agreements and owner participation agreements, facilitating development projects valued at over $300 million. His robust legal acumen and commitment to achieving results make him a trusted partner for clients navigating the complexities of land use and environmental law in California.
Credentials
Education
1989 University of Southern California Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1986 University of California - Irvine BA - Bachelor of Arts 1976 Westmont College BA - Bachelor of Arts N/A Fuller Theological Seminary
Recognition & Involvement
Publications
1994 Western City Don't Let Tigard Scare You! Cities Can Shoulder the Burden Placed Upon Them by This New U.S. Supreme Court Decision 1994 California Water Law and Policy Reporter Stay Tuned for the Next Exciting Episode of “We ‘Gotch’-Ya” or, “Don't Make Us LAF(CO)”
Associations
1990 - Present State Bar of California, Environmental Law Section 1990 - Present State Bar of California, Public Law Section
Speaking
2015 CEQA and Land Use Boot Camp Introduction to CEQA and Land Use 2014 Government Law Suing & Defending under CEQA 2014 10th Annual Advanced Seminar on CEQA Recent Non-CEQA Cases Every CEQA Attorney Needs to Know 2005 Monthly MCLE Meeting Ethics and the Environment: The California Environmental Quality Act 2000 The California Redevelopment Association's Redevelopment Institute The Powers of Redevelopment
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Updated: May 25, 2026