Eminent Domain and Condemnation


Critical infrastructure and utility projects require a team that knows the lay of the land. With decades of experience in the area of eminent domain and condemnation, Dykema represents companies on issues involving hundreds of parcels of land and thousands of miles of right-of-way. We are involved in extensive projects from pre-planning and strategy to voluntary land acquisition and condemnation proceedings.

Dykema delivers innovative and comprehensive legal services for all aspects of both minor and major eminent domain projects, including:

  • Working closely with clients and right-of-way agents to maximize the highest number of voluntary real property rights obtained
  • Insuring reasonable just compensation awards consistent with Michigan law
  • Deposing and cross-examining some of the most prominent eminent domain appraisers throughout Michigan
  • Facilitating and mediating eminent domain cases before special panels
  • Negotiating complex MRE 703 orders to streamline the trial process
  • Longstanding relationships with a significant number of highly experienced eminent domain appraisers and other experts who specialize in eminent domain
  • Participating as members of key industry trade groups such as the International Right-of-Way Association

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