Since joining the firm in 2000, Robert Kalonian has embarked on a wide array of ventures and worked with all levels of government. He is familiar with all aspects of the firm and is the principal coordinator of many of the firm’s cases.

Kalonian is a skilled campaign strategist and operative specializing in “come from behind” campaigns, having embarked on numerous campaigns, including those of Rep. Jane Harman, Supervisor Yvonne Burke, Controller Laura Chick and various members of the Los Angeles, West Hollywood and other City Councils.

Of note was the recent re-election of Supervisor Burke, who faced harsh opposition. Kalonian’s efforts helped ensure a landslide victory. As well, he was instrumental in the passage of Prop. Q for $600 million in bonds, which had twice failed. He worked with city leaders, securing a two-thirds approval margin.

This expertise, combined with understanding land use, has been essential to organizing winning community outreach efforts, resulting in high-profile projects being approved with little or no opposition. Examples include the new PDC Red Building, a master planned community in Chatsworth and the James Hotel on Sunset.

Governmental advocacy and assisting clients in obtaining government contracts is another of his strengths. Successes include transportation, healthcare and social services contracts with the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County and other jurisdictions.

Kalonian has been rewarded for his fervert efforts with honors, one of them presented by Mayor James Hahn at the Prop. Q victory celebration. Moreover, he served as a Mayor’s appointee to the West Hollywood Mixed Use Task Force to reform zoning regulations.