Condemnations/“Government Taking of Property”

Condemnation is defined as the process of taking private property through the power of eminent domain. Eminent domain is the right states, localities and the federal government have to condemn and force the sale of private property.

Although the government does have the right to take property upon meeting certain legal criteria, individual property owners are entitled to receive just compensation for their private property when it is taken by the power of eminent domain.

The condemnation law firm of Dore Deutscher represents property owners in compensation issues including relocation benefits, property valuation, limits on the power of government agencies to take property, damages to the remaining property, relocation benefits, loss of business goodwill as well as other types of monetary damage issues relating to the government taking of property.

In our years practicing in the area of eminent domain, we have dealt with a variety of legal situations and issues which can arise as a result of government taking of private property and businesses. Our experience coupled with the expert witnesses and unique resources we have cultivated in this area of the law give us a decided advantage when representing clients in trial and settlement negotiations.

If you or someone you know is facing the challenges and stress of a government taking of property action, contact the condemnations lawyers at Dore Deutscher for experienced, steadfast and results producing representation.

Representation Areas

Dore Deutscher represents property owners in condemnation actions against government entities at all levels including, but not limited to, the following federal, state, county, city and district entities:

  • Cities
    • City of Anacortes
    • City of Auburn
    • City of Bellevue
    • City of Bellingham
    • City of Bremerton
    • City of Covington
    • City of Des Moines
    • City of Everett
    • City of Federal Way
    • City of Ferndale
    • City of Kent
    • City of Lynnwood
    • City of Mount Vernon
    • City of Redmond
    • City of Sammamish
    • City of SeaTac
    • City of Seattle
    • City of Shoreline
    • City of Spokane
    • City of Tacoma
    • City of University Place
  • Entities
    • Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
    • Sound Transit
    • Port of Seattle
    • Port of Tacoma
    • Port of Shelton
  • Counties
    • King County
    • Kitsap County
    • Pierce County
    • Skagit County
    • Snohomish County
  • Districts:
    • Fire Districts
    • School Districts
    • Sewer, Water and Public Utility Districts
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