Eminent Domain

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will be represented by an attorney. Shouldn’t you be too? Especially when you can get that representation at no cost to you?

🚧 What Is Eminent Domain?

Eminent domain is the government’s power to take private property for public use—such as roads, utilities, or infrastructure projects—with compensation.

In Florida, FDOT, the City of St. Augustine, and St. Johns County all have this authority under the state constitution. Whether it’s a partial taking of a driveway or a full acquisition of a commercial property, the impact can be substantial—and you need a knowledgeable advocate to protect your rights.

⏰ When Should You Contact an Eminent Domain Attorney?

Immediately.
The earlier you involve an attorney, the better your chances of maximizing compensation and protecting your property interests. Our team will step in before you accept any government valuation—to ensure your rights and future plans are fully considered.

✅ Our attorneys represent property owners at no out-of-pocket cost.

💡 Did You Know?

You may be entitled to compensation for more than just land value:

• Loss of business income

• Leasehold interests

• Billboard/signage value

• Rental revenue

• Equipment or fixtures tied to the property

These values are often overlooked—unless you have an attorney who knows how to fight for them.

🧭 How We Help: A Strategy from Day One

Our Eminent Domain team provides start-to-finish legal guidance:

• Develop a strategic plan to deal with FDOT or local agencies

• Protect your communications from being used against you

• Use our deep local knowledge of St. Augustine and St. Johns County real estate

• Challenge government claims that your land is unusable or improperly zoned

• Guide you through rezoning, special use, permits, and other approvals

• Negotiate a strong settlement—or prepare your case for trial if necessary

• Present expert-backed valuation reports to secure just compensation

💵 How Do You Get Paid?

When your property is taken, the government must pay you compensation—and must also pay your attorney’s fees and costs under Florida law.

We accept court-awarded fees, so you do not pay us directly. Your compensation is not reduced by legal fees, expert reports, or litigation costs.

🎯 Our Experience = Your Advantage

Our attorneys don’t just know eminent domain law—we’ve been on the other side. We’ve represented condemning authorities, including the St. Augustine–St. Johns County Airport Authority, giving us unique insight into:

• Government negotiation tactics

• Valuation disputes

• Procedural requirements

• Litigation strategy

Now, we use that experience to protect property owners like you.

📞 Talk to an Eminent Domain Attorney Today

If you’ve received notice that your land may be condemned—or if you suspect your property is in the path of a project—contact us now to ensure you’re treated fairly from the very beginning.

✅ No out-of-pocket fees
✅ Local market knowledge
✅ Proven experience on both sides of condemnation cases

St. Johns Law Group — Protecting What’s Rightfully Yours.