Devon Akhtar

Devon Akhtar is a Senior Counsel at the prestigious firm of Sterling & Grant, where she has dedicated over 15 years to mastering the complexities of state and local regulatory compliance. Her expertise is particularly focused on municipal law, land use, and environmental impact assessments, guiding both public and private sector clients through often labyrinthine legal frameworks. She holds a Juris Doctor from Stanford University School of Law, where her commitment to public service and environmental justice first took root. Devon believes in a proactive, preventative approach to legal counsel, aiming to identify potential challenges before they escalate. Her articles offer a unique blend of incisive legal analysis and practical, real-world application, empowering readers to understand and effectively navigate the nuances of state and local laws. Her landmark work on the 'Green Infrastructure Act' of 2018, published in the California State Law Review, remains a testament to her impactful contributions to regional policy