Partner; Leader, Land Use Practice
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
Leader of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP’s nationally recognized land use practice, Victor De la Cruz has successfully guided his clients through complex land use matters at the intersection of law and government for nearly 20 years. Through his record of success, De la Cruz has cemented his position as the go-to advisor for entitlements and California Environmental Quality Act matters for the companies and institutions that are shaping Southern California’s landscape with prominent high-value developments.
De la Cruz was named as one of the Top-Ranked Attorneys in Chambers USA in 2021 and has been recognized as one of The Best Lawyers in America every year since 2018.  His clients include developers, institutions, high-net-worth individuals, for-profit companies and nonprofits. Notable clients include Mount Saint Mary’s University, Athens Services, the American Music and Dramatic Academy, and Republic Metropolitan among many others.
