Best Lawyers in America for Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
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Anthony Coyne is President and Managing Partner of Mansour Gavin, where his legal practice centers on business law , municipal law, zoning and planning, eminent domain, real propert y, and litigation . Well-versed in urban affairs, Coyne has authored several papers and held significant positions, including Executive Assistant to the Director of Transition for Cleveland Mayor Michael R. White. Additionally, he served as a Judicial Extern for Judge Alice M. Batchelder, who is now senior status ...
Anthony Misseldine joined Jackson White PC in 2011 and is a shareholder in the firm’s Mesa, Arizona office. He represents private property owners, tenants, and developers in matters involving eminent domain and condemnation law, including disputes related to takings, valuation, and compensation. In addition to eminent domain and condemnation law, Anthony’s practice includes business and commercial litigation, land use litigation, and the representation of financial institutions in...
George B. Autry, Jr. has been a trial lawyer since 1991 and has practiced exclusively eminent domain since 1993. Before joining Cranfill, Sumner & Hartzog, LLP as a partner in 2001, George was a partner in Autry & Crabill, a Raleigh eminent domain law firm. Prior to representing exclusively property owners in eminent domain matters, George handled condemnation cases as an Associate Attorney General for the State of North Carolina. George’s career has included over fifty cases wh...
Stuart M. Lederman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Real Estate. Stuart M., who practices law in Madison, New Jersey, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stuart M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Joshua T. Mangiagli is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law. Joshua T., who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joshua T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Stuart D. Kottle is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Insurance Law, Municipal Law and Oil and Gas Law. Stuart D., who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stuart D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alma Sobo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Litigation - Real Estate, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants and Municipal Law. Alma, who practices law in Troy, Michigan, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alma is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jeffrey B. Bell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law. Jeffrey B., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jeffrey B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kenneth Haywood is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law and Real Estate Law. Kenneth, who practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kenneth is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Clarissa Levingston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law. Clarissa, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Clarissa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Gabriel Snyder is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants. Gabriel, who practices law in Greensboro, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gabriel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Forrest Cohrs is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Litigation - Real Estate and Real Estate Law. Forrest, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Forrest is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kaley Duncan Ward is a senior associate attorney practicing in the areas of eminent domain, civil litigation, and estate planning. Ms. Ward primarily represents condemning authorities throughout the Northern Virginia area and is well-versed in Virginia eminent domain law and property valuation issues. Since starting practice in 2018, Ms. Ward has assisted numerous clients through the estate planning process. She has also represented clients in multiple areas of civil litigation including cont...
3 Things to Know About Brian Lagesse: He was selected for inclusion on the “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch” list for Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (2024–2026).* He is a member of the Appraisal Institute and LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce. He has represented hundreds of property owners in eminent domain matters. Brian Lagesse is an eminent domain attorney at the GA Eminent Domain Law Firm , a division of the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin. He advises and repr...
Cole D. Hedrick is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law and Natural Resources Law. Cole D., who practices law in Okemos, Michigan, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cole D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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