Keiko Matsui

Keiko Matsui is a distinguished Senior Counsel at Sterling & Finch LLP, where she leverages 15 years of extensive experience in Leyes Estatales y Locales. Her career began after earning her Juris Doctor from Stanford Law School, following an undergraduate degree in Urban Studies from the University of California, Berkeley. Before joining Sterling & Finch, Keiko was instrumental in shaping urban policy as a lead legal advisor for the Metropolitan Planning Commission of San Francisco. Her practice focuses sharply on the intricate landscape of municipal zoning ordinances, land-use regulations, and local environmental compliance. Keiko's professional philosophy emphasizes meticulous analysis and proactive legal strategy to help clients navigate complex local regulatory frameworks. She is the author of the influential article, 'Navigating Inter-Jurisdictional Permitting in Urban Development,' a critical resource for developers and municipal entities alike. Readers can expect her articles to offer clear, actionable insights into the nuances of local and state law, grounded in real-world application and current legal precedent