Eminent domain can be a complex legal process, and those impacted by it need an eminent domain lawyer to protect their rights and help ensure they are adequately compensated. Trusted lawyers with a solid understanding of this practice can provide sound legal advice and aid those facing an eminent domain claim.
If you are faced with an eminent domain case, Waldo & Lyle’s legal team can help. We have the region’s finest and most knowledgeable eminent domain attorneys. Each of our attorneys brings unique skills and experiences that provide you with the representation you need for your case.
Our attorneys strive to stay current on the latest legal trends and developments, and they use their decades of combined experience to work on your behalf to protect your property rights.
If you seek the legal guidance of experienced eminent domain attorneys, look no further than Waldo & Lyle.
Meet Our Team
Waldo & Lyle has a team of trusted eminent domain attorneys with a wide array of expertise in the practice of law. Our attorneys have years of experience helping individuals and organizations impacted by eminent domain cases.
With years of successful representation, we are highly respected in our community and have a reputation for integrity and effectiveness. Our attorneys have a passion for the law, which enables them to handle even the most difficult eminent domain cases.
No matter the situation, we strive to ensure the best results possible for our clients. We provide legal services with a commitment to customer service while understanding and following the specific laws of each jurisdiction. With decades of expertise and understanding, our lawyers are here to represent your interests and get you the just compensation you deserve.
JOSEPH T. WALDO – PRESIDENT
One of Joe’s most fulfilling accomplishments came on the high seas, not inside the walls of the courtroom. A lifelong goal was to step foot on every continent, to sail on every ocean and to cross the Arctic and Antarctic circles...
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JOSHUA E. BAKER – PARTNER
One of Josh’s claims to whimsical fame is being remembered at Hillsdale College as the the streakiest 3-point shooter in intramural basketball history. Josh loved basketball, even though he did not have the size and speed to dominate...
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STEPHEN J. CLARKE – PARTNER
Steve loves competition, whether it is in the courtroom defending property owners from overreaching governments, or just in the backyard with friends swinging a mallet at a croquet ball..
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BRIAN G. KUNZE – PARTNER
Starting at age four, year-round soccer was Brian’s life. He wasn’t the fastest or most talented player on the field. But he learned how to excel by out working and outthinking his opponents. Until a leg injury sidelined him, those traits carried him pretty far,...
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JOSEPH L. LYLE, JR. - FOUNDING MEMBER (1936-2004)
Joseph L. Lyle, Jr. was a founding member of The Law Firm of Waldo & Lyle, P.C. Admitted to the Virginia Bar in 1960 after receiving his J.D. and undergraduate degrees from Washington & Lee University, Joe demonstrated extensive litigation experience and aptitude in both state and federal courts. He argued over twenty cases in the Supreme Court of Virginia, achieving significant victories for property owners in the fields of condemnation and eminent domain law.
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BLAKE A. WILLIS
Blake comes naturally by his passion for private property rights. He grew up in the Connecticut countryside, absorbing a reverence for the the bond between the land and the families that held tight to it...
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Our condemnation attorneys possess the knowledge and experience to protect your property rights and maximize your financial interests in all aspects of condemnation. Don’t hesitate to contact us for a consultation.
Together, we can review your unique situation and explore your available options. Our ultimate goal is to empower you to make the best decision for you and your property.