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Keri is one of the twelve most influential leaders in the first ever Women in CRE issue of TREND report. Keri’s interview highlights her thoughts on the industry and her road to success.  Read the full interview (PDF)

Lazarus & Silvyn, P.C. would like to congratulate John Graham for his commitment and follow through on the condominium project at the Phoenix Country Club. We are proud to have been involved in the original zoning case that secured the height and density that will allow this project to be built for the benefit of […]

Please join us in congratulating Keri Silvyn for being recognized in the July issue of Tucson Lifestyle Magazine as a 2020 Best Lawyer! Everyone here at Lazarus & Silvyn, P.C. are very proud of you!

By Jamie Donnelly SPECIAL FOR THE ARIZONA DAILY STAR Two hotels, two apartment complexes and an entertainment district are slated for the new Oro Valley Village Center in what officials said is an effort to create a mixed-used development on the northwest side with entertainment, dining, hospitality and residential options. The center, which was previously […]

Many of our clients, consultants and friends are asking how the Arizona cities/towns/counties are conducting themselves during this critical time. While each city/town/county has slightly different protocols in place, the common theme is to continue processing land use and construction permits and approvals while limiting in-person interactions to ensure the health and safety of their […]

To all clients, consultants and friends: We know this is a difficult time for many businesses and families.Lazarus & Silvyn is open for business, ready to serve and advise. Our primary commitment is to safely continue to be available and responsive to our clients. We are taking this issue seriously and are taking precautions to […]

The New Year and decade ahead hold challenges and opportunities for our clients and partners. Just as in years past, the combination of legal expertise, political acumen and strategic insight will be essential in guiding successful projects from start to finish. Land use regulations, zoning restrictions, entitlements and permitting in Arizona are going to remain […]

Lazarus, Silvyn & Bangs, P.C. is beginning the new year as Lazarus & Silvyn, P.C. to reflect the leadership of partners Larry Lazarus and Keri Silvyn. Both are respected Arizona land use and zoning law attorneys with offices in Phoenix and Tucson. Founded by Larry Lazarus and Keri Silvyn in 2012, the firm assists communities […]

By: Keri Silvyn, Esq. Let’s pretend that you own (or are under contract to purchase) a piece of property. You consult your local zoning attorney to determine whether you can use the property as you desire. You are told that a rezoning is required. You have the time, desire and drive to get it done […]

By Larry S. Lazarus, Esq. We Won!! The Supreme Court upheld the City of Phoenix Board of Adjustment variance that our firm successfully secured in 2010 on behalf of William Jachimek of Central Pawn. Although the Supreme Court discussed several issues, including the distinction between an area and use variance, the issue of greatest significance […]

By: Rory Juneman, Esq. The City of Tucson (“City”) recently adopted a major amendment to its Sign Code that took effect February 1, 2018. The amendment is the first significant and much-needed update to the Sign Code in decades. The final, adopted amendment was the culmination of a year-plus effort by the City’s Planning and […]