Eminent Domain

Public and private client representation in trials and appeals representation regarding:

We have successfully represented both public agencies and property owners in all stages of eminent domain proceedings, and dealt with the entire breadth of legal issues, including:

• "Right to take" challenges
• Claims for project enhancement and blight
• Severance damages
• Relocation assistance benefits
• Prejudgment possession
• Inverse condemnation
• Regulatory takings

We have also litigated issues concerning compensation for all types of property interests, such as goodwill, easements, fee interests, leaseholds, water rights, and reversionary interests.

Our lawyers have extensive experience briefing and arguing eminent domain issues at the appellate level. BB&K lawyers have appeared in many reported decisions dealing with eminent domain issues.

For additional information, please contact Mark Easter, Eminent Domain practice group leader.