Condemnation And Eminent Domain Mediation

Nothing in residential or commercial property law is as high stakes and stressful as eminent domain. When the government decides that part of your property must go to some important public purpose, it’s like you’ve lost all control. But perhaps, with a condemnation and eminent domain mediation attorney, you can get some control back.

My name is Robert Hill. For 38 years at my firm, U.S. Property Tax Association, Inc., I’ve been an attorney and mediator for clients across Wayzata. I know the subtleties of the mediation, litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes. I can help you find a constructive way forward.

The Major Parts Of Condemnation And Eminent Domain Disputes

Condemnation disputes and eminent domain disputes are similar in that a government – municipality, state or federal – makes declarations about your property. Condemnation is the process by which the government seizes property for many reasons. There could be eminent domain at play or back taxes and absentee owners.

When one of these matters comes to dispute, it is usually around these issues:

• Fair compensation for property taken by the government: Part of the law is that you must receive fair compensation for the property taken. Often, governments will try to underpay for the eminent domain and that’s where these issues can arise.
• Disagreements on the necessity of taking: This is an example of government overreach, as the government’s vision and needs may not – in fact – be necessary. Your property may be vital to whatever project is at hand, but not necessarily.
• The impact on remaining property: If eminent domain requires taking part of your property, it will leave the rest. However, if the eventual claim will negatively impact the rest of your property, you may have a successful claim to halt or negotiate.

In mediation, I go to the table with the municipality or state government to work out a better way forward. Mediation is there to help you preserve your relationship, and a solid relationship with the place your home or business is in is highly important.

Dedicated. Consistent. Experienced.

Condemnation and eminent domain are not easy issues to resolve and you don’t have to go through them alone. I am going to work hard to secure a favorable outcome for you and manage the stress and difficulties ahead. Call my office at 612-355-8180 or send an email using this form.