Real Property Tax Certiorari & Condemnation

Farrell Fritz lawyers handle all aspects of real property taxation, advocating on behalf of developers, owners and tenants of commercial and residential property in New York. We focus on minimizing property tax burdens while safeguarding our clients’ rights in taxation and eminent domain issues. Our property tax attorneys handle the trial, litigation, and administrative disposition of real estate tax cases, yielding millions of dollars in refunds and savings.

Our clients hail from diverse businesses—from the largest commercial-industrial complex on Long Island to private golf clubs, regional shopping malls, and a local residence renovated to accommodate the needs of a disabled child. With a deep understanding of the valuation methods used by assessors and appraisers, we work closely with clients to determine protective legal strategies. To provide full-bodied legal support to our clients, we call upon the firm’s real estate, land use, and environmental lawyers to collaboratively develop innovative strategies to succeed in reducing our clients’ property taxes.

In matters of eminent domain, or “condemnation,” we represent landowners navigating the intricate procedural and substantive requirements associated with the total or partial taking of property. Whether our clients seek to challenge the government’s actions or seek fair compensation for their property, we provide strategic guidance and advocacy to safeguard their interests.