HANDBOOK CONTENTS I The Power of Eminent Domain II The Eminent Domain Process III Just Compensation IV Retaining an Attorney • Why do I need an attorney? • But I Don't Want To Be Involved In Litigation And "You Can't Fight City Hall" Anyway - Can You? • What should I look for when considering an attorney to represent me in my eminent domain action? • Why should I consider California Eminent Domain Law Group to represent me in my eminent domain action?
	THE CALIFORNIA EMINENT DOMAIN HANDBOOK Chapter IV: Retaining An Attorney But I Don't Want To Be Involved In Litigation And "You Can't Fight City Hall" Anyway - Can You? While eminent domain proceedings are court proceedings, they are somewhat different than typical court proceedings, and do not necessarily result in a trial. In eminent domain cases, the action is to acquire title to property and to establish just compensation to the owner. That's it. Unlike ordinary litigation, there are typically no claims of wrongdoing or fault, and the owner generally need not become extensively involved in the litigation with the right counsel. Eminent domain litigation is nothing to be afraid of, and in fact is typically the road to obtaining the maximum net compensation in most owners' pockets. The reality is that the vast majority of eminent domain cases settle through the court process without trial. And you can indeed fight City Hall! Those owners who believe they "can't fight City Hall" are typically the ones that shortchange themselves.
SEARCH                CONTACT INFORMATION (866) EM DOMAIN Toll Free | (818) 957-0477 Telephone | (818) 957-3477 FAX 3429 Ocean View Blvd., Suite L, Glendale, California 91208          Terms of Use Home | Cal ED Handbook | About Us | Our Track Record | Contact Us | Blog           COPYRIGHT (C) 1997 - 2008 Arthur J. Hazarabedian, Esq.