Eminent Domain/Condemnation

Condemnation Attorney in Charlotte

Under the law of eminent domain, also called expropriation, a government has a legal right to take your property through a condemnation proceeding. You still have rights under condemnation law, despite the government's right of eminent domain. To fight a condemnation proceeding and maximize the value of your property, contact a condemnation attorney at Baucom, Claytor, Benton, Morgan & Wood for an initial consultation.

After receiving notice of the government's intention to use its power of eminent domain, you should speak to one our condemnation attorneys. In order to take a property using eminent domain, the government must follow certain steps of the condemnation process. Our firm can help you make sure the government follows these steps and protect your interests in the proceeding.

Your Rights as a Property Owner

You must know your rights in order to protect them against eminent domain. Property owners have important rights. Here are examples of some of the most important rights you have to protect:

• The government must pay you the fair market value for any property taken under its power of eminent domain.
• The amount of money that the government pays you should reflect the full diminution of the value of your property.
• You have the right to have a condemnation attorney represent you during any eminent domain proceeding.

Property Valuation

The value of your property is based on a wide range of subjective facts. The government will always offer you a lower value on your property. The process of determining the value of your property is complicated. We can help you maximize the appropriate value of your property to ensure you receive the just compensation for any government taking.

Contact a condemnation lawyer at Baucom, Claytor, Benton, Morgan & Wood for an initial consultation.