Mehta and Shabahang Named Among California's Top Real Estate and Development Lawyers by Daily Journal

Manatt Partners and have been recognized in Daily Journal's 2026 list of Top Real Estate and Development Lawyers, an annual supplement honoring California attorneys leading significant real estate transactions, development projects and complex real estate litigation matters.

In its profile of Mehta, the publication highlighted his work in United States v. 1003.58 Acres, where he represented property owners in a high-profile eminent domain dispute involving land sought for expansion of the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms. Following a seven-day trial, a jury awarded $30.2 million in compensation, more than five times the government's valuation. The profile also noted Mehta's leadership in significant land use and development litigation, including a trial victory in North Four Deer v. Solstra Communities California, LLC, as well as his ongoing representation of utilities in high stakes municipalization proceedings.

Shabahang was recognized for her work guiding transformative development and financing projects. Daily Journal highlighted her representation of a real estate developer in the acquisition of real property for a planned residential townhome community in the Bay Area, as well as her longstanding representation of a major commercial real estate developer on significant commercial office developments throughout California and Texas. The profile also noted her leadership on sophisticated financing matters, including one of the largest C-PACE financings on record and complex capital solutions helping clients navigate evolving market conditions.

The recognition reflects Mehta's and Shabahang's deep experience advising clients through significant litigation, development, financing and land use matters across California and beyond.

Daily Journal subscribers can view their full profiles .