Ackerman & Ackerman is widely considered one of America’s leading law firms specialized in protecting property owners in eminent domain and condemnation cases and has obtained over $700 million dollars in jury verdicts and settlements for property owners.
The government often uses its eminent domain power to build or expand at the expense of existing infrastructure. These projects take a drastic toll on property owners. We can protect your interests.
Water Disputes
Waterway property is at risk of condemnation because of the appeal of its location and its financial value. We have years of experience fighting for landowners with property interests on a waterway.
Utility Disputes
When property is condemned for utility space, those entities must not advance their private business interests. We ensure utilities are held accountable and you receive just compensation.
Case Results
Taking of Used Auto Parts Facility
Michigan
Government Valuation: $300,000
Total Paid: $1.6 million
Painting Contractor
Michigan
Government Valuation: $460,000
Total Paid: $2.9 million
Acquisition of Land for Flood Detention—Florida
Florida
Government Valuation: $1 million
Total Paid: $6.2 million
Taking of Property for New Road
Michigan
Government Valuation: $400,000
Total Paid: $2.8 million
Detroit Marine Terminal
Michigan
Government Valuation: $4 million
Total Paid: $20 million
Hadyniak / Cieciek Properties
Michigan
Government Valuation: $380,000
Total Paid: $2.025 million
Natural Gas Storage Field Conversion Project
Michigan
Government Valuation: $386,000
Total Paid: $5.386 million
Automobile Dealership
Michigan
Government Valuation: $115,000
Total Paid: $700,000
Offer for Land in Path of Airport Expansion
Michigan
Government Valuation: $2.7 million
Total Paid: $4.4 million
Partial Taking of Automobile Dealership Frontage
Michigan
Government Valuation: $115,000
Total Paid: $700,000
Winning Just Compensation For Our Clients Nationwide
