Channel Law Group is a respected California law firm focused on land use and environmental protection, known for advocating on behalf of communities impacted by unsafe development. Representing MERC, they have filed an appeal to stop the proposed project until thorough safety reviews are completed. The firm is also actively litigating against the City of Los Angeles, alleging that the City approved development in severe fire hazard zones while disregarding state wildfire safety regulations. They cite 75 examples in a lawsuit filed December 23 in L.A. County Superior Court. Based on their experience, they believe MERC’s case is not only strong, but winnable. Below is a copy of the appeal they filed on MERC’s behalf.