Condemnation

Condemnation, also called eminent domain, is the right of governmental bodies and certain private companies to acquire private property from an unwilling owner. The primary legal issues involved are whether the condemning authority has the right to “take” the property and the amount of compensation payable for the property taken. Condemnation is a field of law requiring specialized counsel.

Darling, Bergstrom & Milligan specializes in all aspects of condemnation law and has extensive experience representing both landowners and condemning authorities. It has defended private landowners in recent matters involving complicated appraisal issues, resulting in the recovery, by the landowner, of several million dollars. We address both the “taking” and the valuation issues involved in a typical condemnation case, providing our clients with support and counsel through the proceedings.