Condemnation Proceedings

Clients: various

Overview

Phillips Preiss works on behalf of both private property owners and public agencies in eminent domain proceedings to provide expert planning and market evaluations of taken properties before the courts.

• Advisement to agencies and property owners on land use issues affecting negotiations and potential litigation.
• Preparation of expert planning reports for use by agencies and property owners in negotiations and litigation.
• Appearance and the provision of expert testimony before Commissioner’s hearings; and where property acquisitions are subject to litigation, in New Jersey courts.

Phillips Preiss' services have provided the basis for fair and equitable valuation of property, resulting in voluntary settlement between “taking” agencies and property owners; or where litigation has ensued, have provided the courts with a basis for informed rulings on value.