Madison Leake

Expert guidance on a complex commercial property zoning issue

I engaged Madison Leake at Burch & Cracchiolo to assist with a challenging zoning variance for a small commercial property I was acquiring in Phoenix. Her dual recognition in Land Use and Real Estate Law was immediately apparent. Madison expertly navigated the city's planning department, clearly explaining the often-opaque regulations and crafting a compelling case for our request. Her knowledge of local ordinances, honed since her graduation from ASU Law in 2022, was invaluable. She was proactive, anticipating potential pushback from the board, and prepared thorough documentation that addressed their concerns before they were even raised. The outcome was successful, saving me significant time and future liability. My experience was overwhelmingly positive; Madison is a sharp, dedicated attorney who clearly knows her field. The only slight critique, and the reason for 4 instead of 5 stars, is that during the initial busy week of the filing period, response times to emails could stretch to a full business day. That said, when we did connect, her attention was complete and her advice was precise. I would confidently recommend her for any real estate or land use matter in the Phoenix area.