Jeffrey Esch McCombie

Profile

Esch is Co-Chair of the McNees Real Estate Group, a growing and collaborative team of professionals who take a practical approach to resolving real estate matters. Esch’s focus is on land use matters, for which he helps his clients navigate zoning, subdivision, land development, and other approvals and permits, including permits related to stormwater and road access. In addition to working with townships of all sizes, he frequently handles matters for clients developing property in more densely populated areas, such as the City of Harrisburg and the Commonwealth’s boroughs.

What does Esch do for Clients?
Esch relies on legal expertise and municipal relationships to secure the best outcomes for his clients. He takes a practical approach with a focus on the big picture, so that his clients’ best interests are always what drives his strategy. He prefers a collaborative approach with the municipality because that usually leads to the best result for his clients. However, he is willing to create leverage and litigate when the situation calls for it.

Utilizing his legal and personal skills, Esch secures permits and approvals at the municipal, county and state level for his clients. He also conducts zoning due diligence in support of construction and M&A activity throughout the country. His clients operate in all business sectors. Broadly speaking, he represents commercial, industrial, institutional and residential developers and property owners.

What do Clients have to say about Esch?
“Esch is an extremely thoughtful attorney who can manage a wide variety of land use and real estate matters. I’ve had the privilege of teaming with him on multiple projects and he makes the process smooth and efficient. He is hard-working and I would recommend him to anyone with a land use issue that needs to be resolved effectively.” – Justin Doty, P.E., Vice President, Frederick, Seibert and Associates, Inc.

How does Esch spend his free time?
Esch is a member of the Firm’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. He also is a co-chair of the Firm’s Legal Equity Advancement Program and a co-editor of the McNees Land Use Blog. Esch currently is on the Board of Directors for the Susquehanna Art Museum and the Board of Directors for CVSD’s Eagle Foundation, in addition to being named LLS’s Man of the Year for Central Pennsylvania in 2021. Esch resides in Hampden Township (Cumberland County) where he coaches youth sports and enjoys time with his wife, three children and their dog.