Biography
Louise Zwicker brings a unique and diverse background to her role as Counsel at OFP, leveraging her extensive experience as a former licensed civil engineer turned legal professional. With a solid foundation built over 18 years in civil engineering practice, Louise seamlessly transitioned into the field of law to pursue her passion for land use, zoning and commercial real estate litigation.
During her nearly two decades as a civil engineer, Louise excelled in planning, designing and supervising construction and infrastructure projects. Her hands-on experience allowed her to develop a deep understanding of the technical aspects of development, providing a unique perspective that she now applies to her legal practice. During her tenure as a real estate / construction lawyer, she has expanded her skills to include settlement and contract negotiations and litigating zoning and construction disputes.
Known for her ability to analyze complex engineering and land use issues and effectively communicate with owners, contractors, engineers and government officials, Louise approaches legal challenges with a comprehensive understanding of both the technical and legal aspects of her cases. Her ability to bridge the gap between engineering and law allows her to provide OFP's clients with well-rounded, informed and effective legal counsel.
Practice Areas
- Real Estate & Land Use
- Litigation
Education
- Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University, Arlington, Virginia
- J.D. - 05/2018
- Nottingham Trent University
- B.E. - 07/1995
- Honors: Higher National Diploma in Civil Engineering Studies
- Honors: Second Class Honors (1st Division)
- Major: Civil Engineering
Bar Admissions
- Virginia
Honors
- Pro Bono Attorneys of the Year, Fairfax Bar Association, 2023