Eminent Domain and Land Valuation Litigation 2026

Why You Should Attend

For more than four decades, this conference has been the premier national gathering for eminent domain lawyers and related professionals. Now celebrating its 43rd year, it remains the must-attend event for anyone looking to stay current, connected, and inspired in this field.

Whether you’re a returning attendee or joining us for the first time, you’ll find unmatched opportunities to engage — from thought-provoking sessions to casual conversations at networking and social events. Attendees return year after year to exchange ideas, build new relationships (and strengthen old ones), and gain insights from leading voices, all within a warm and welcoming community united by a shared passion for this niche practice area.

Can’t make it to Savannah? Join us virtually through the live video webcast, where you’ll have full access to every plenary and the afternoon substantive tracks, with the ability to ask real-time questions and download materials for all sessions.

Start your year with meaningful professional growth — and a renewed connection to the eminent domain community — by joining us this January, in Savannah or online.

What You Will Learn

National in scope and rich in content, this conference is the event for lawyers and professionals focused on eminent domain and land use law. From relocation and valuation to regulatory takings and inverse condemnation, the program offers a customizable experience with sessions for every level of experience.

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner ready to explore advanced topics or a newer attorney looking to build a strong foundation, in-person attendees can customize their experience to optimize their time and learning, with:

• Dual afternoon tracks covering advanced substantive topics in takings law or practice-oriented sessions

• The Condemnation 101 bootcamp (Thursday) — A primer designed to focus on the fundamentals

This year’s agenda will feature a diverse lineup of speakers from across the country, including voices from private and public practice, nonprofit organizations, academia, and valuation experts. Their insights will offer a 360-degree view of the latest legal trends, strategies, and challenges in this evolving field. Topics planned, in addition to the always-needed hour of ethics, include:

• This term's SCOTUS case: What you need to know about Pung v. Isabella County, Michigan

• Barron v. Baltimore: How the U.S. Supreme Court’s First Major Takings Case in 1833 Diminished the Bill of Rights

• Ten Steps to Prevail in the Courtroom—or How to Organize for a Successful Outcome Before a Jury, Judge, or Mediator

• The Demise and Possible Resurrection of the Public Use Clause

• Who Owns What? Title Disputes in Eminent Domain

• Client Perspectives: How a Small Town Flooded Property and Bankrupted Itself in the Process

• Market Evidence or Mere Talk? The Admissibility of Contracts, Offers, and Listings in Eminent Domain Proceedings

Come to Savannah ready to recharge, reconnect, and return to your practice with new tools, fresh ideas, and sharper skills.

Who Should Attend

This conference will benefit any land use, zoning, or real estate lawyer - particularly those who may be involved in an eminent domain dispute; appraisers; property valuation consultants; constitutional law enthusiasts; and municipal/local government lawyers.