Overview
Each of these areas of practice requires a detailed understanding of the methodologies used to determine the fair market value of real property. In the area of condemnation-appropriation, the practice also involves a review of the legality of the taking process, advice to condemnors on procedures to follow and negotiations with affected parties to resolve issues prior to litigation. In the area of real property taxation, the firm has done substantial work across the state on behalf of property owners and municipalities, addressing a variety of valuation issues associated with all types of property. We have had substantial contact with real estate appraisers, engineering valuation consultants, assessors, boards of assessment review, judicial hearing officers and the courts regarding a multitude of property valuation challenges. Our valuation proceedings experience covers land, private residences, seasonal resorts, domed stadia, private lakes and lodges, supermarkets, minimarts, commercial businesses, and a wide variety of industrial and manufacturing facilities including utilities. We are also asked to advise both municipal and corporate clients regarding PILOT negotiations and the tax implications thereof.
