Eminent Domain Attorney In Arizona For Just Compensation

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Condemnation Rights And Real-world Recovery

When the government or a utility takes land for roads, utilities, or public projects, you’re entitled to just compensation. Lancer Law represents owners in Tucson and Pima County—challenging necessity when appropriate, scrutinizing appraisals, and negotiating for full land value, severance damages, business impacts, and relocation benefits. We align strategy with your broader real estate law objectives, including timing around development or sale.

Driveways, Parking, And Site Circulation

Many cases involve strips along the frontage or temporary construction easements that disrupt operations. We quantify impacts—lost parking counts, traffic flow, or sign visibility—and press for compensation. If the project pushes you to reconfigure, we coordinate entitlements with land use and development strategy so your site remains viable post-project.

Who Gets Paid—and How Much

Commercial leases often split awards between landlord and tenant. We analyze condemnation clauses, protect tenant improvements, and negotiate rent adjustments or relocation assistance. For retailers, restaurants, and offices, we align claims with your commercial leases so business interruption and build-out costs are addressed in any settlement.

Common Questions About Eminent Domain

  • Can I stop the taking?

    Sometimes you can challenge necessity or scope, but most cases center on maximizing compensation.

  • Do I pay attorney fees?

    We offer flexible fee structures; in some cases, statutes allow fee recovery—ask us about options.

  • What if only a temporary easement is taken?

    Temporary rights still warrant compensation for loss of use and business impacts.