The law of eminent domain creates complex legal problems when authorities attempt to acquire real property or business. Before the government can take or damage property, you have a right to compensation. When we fight for clients, we leverage our experience and our expansive network of professionals within the areas of real estate appraisal, business valuation, engineering and general litigation to provide our clients with the very best advice, support, and representation. We couple a proactive legal strategy with a coordinated communication plan as we assemble a unique team of valuation experts with extensive litigation experience to maximize the recoverable value of the real estate and business assets. This ability is especially critical for companies with multiple locations who need a comprehensive strategy to manage and avoid the destruction of business value through condemnation.
We have developed a national practice representing investor-owned utilities, private enterprises, state and national real estate and investment entities, and individual property owners faced with takeover attempts by local governments and public utilities. Having represented clients in Alabama, California, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri and Tennessee, the Group's diverse team of lawyers is experienced in defending all aspects of any kind of condemnation battle, including litigation strategy, maximizing business or property value, government negotiations, and strategic communications and media relations.
Our lawyers are uniquely experienced in the complex body of law governing municipal actions and public utility franchises, both of which are key in analyzing the rights of an investor-owned utility faced with a takeover attempt.