Gregg I. Adelman

Gregg I. Adelman is a principal of the firm and a seasoned attorney in the Land Use, Zoning & Development Department. With over two decades of experience, he advises developers and private landowners on zoning, permitting, and entitlements across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. His work spans residential, commercial, and industrial real estate projects.

Gregg earned his Juris Doctor from Villanova University School of Law in 1999 after completing his B.A. in Diplomatic History and Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania in 1996. He is admitted to practice in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, as well as several U.S. District Courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

Known for his deep expertise and strategic insight, Gregg has appeared before hundreds of municipal boards in over 20 counties, helping clients secure critical land use approvals and enforce private property rights. His practice includes stormwater management, wetlands protection, endangered species issues, and other environmental compliance matters.

In addition to his transactional work, Gregg litigates real estate and land use disputes before courts and administrative agencies. His capabilities include handling tax assessment appeals, environmental permitting, brownfield redevelopment, and regulatory compliance. His litigation background reinforces his ability to protect client interests in development and defense.

Gregg I. Adelman is consistently recognized as one of Pennsylvania’s top lawyers. He has earned honors as a Super Lawyer or Rising Star annually since 2007, and was named Best Lawyers in America in 2019. His professional memberships include the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bar Associations, the Montgomery County Bar Association, the Urban Land Institute, and the International Council of Shopping Centers.

Deeply rooted in his community, Gregg currently serves as President of the Ludington Library Board of Trustees in Lower Merion Township, reflecting his dedication to civic engagement alongside his legal practice.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal, Kaplin Stewart

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania
• New Jersey

Education

• Villanova University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Pennsylvania
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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