Condemnation and Eminent Domain

Protecting the rights of property owners in Indiana

There has always been a great deal of controversy surrounding the ability of governments and private businesses to take private property for public use.  Given the amount of highway construction and development in the state of Indiana, this debate continues.  At the Indiana law firm of Church, Church, Hittle & Antrim, we have been representing people in condemnation and eminent domain proceedings for over a century.

The Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution limits the government's power of eminent domain by saying "nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation."

From offices in Noblesville, Fishers, and Tipton, Indiana, our firm fights for fair compensation for your residential or commercial property.  We may not necessarily be able to stop the taking of your property by the government.  But we do everything we can to make sure the compensation you receive is fair and just.  If you received notice that your property is subject to eminent domain, contact one of our attorneys for an initial consultation.

Helping you maximize the compensation you receive

Every time the government takes your property for a public use, it must provide you with just compensation.  What that means varies, but generally it means that they must pay you fair market value.  Our goal is to help you receive all that you are due, including consequential damages.

Before the government can take your property, you must be offered an opportunity to be heard by the government body responsible for the condemnation.  There are specific rules related to the taking of private property for public use.  We can help you understand these requirements and follow these rules correctly.

Contact us

To discuss your divorce, child custody, visitation, or other family dispute with a Church, Church, Hittle & Antrim family law attorney, make an appointment with Douglas D. Church, Jack G. Hittle, J. Michael Antrim, Samuel R. Robinson, Sarah J. Randall, or Alexander P. Pinegar by calling 317.773.2190 or contacting us online.  With offices in Noblesville, Fishers, and Tipton, we represent clients throughout central Indiana, including—