Experienced Texas Eminent Domain Attorneys Protecting Your Property Rights

Dawson & Sodd represents Texas property owners facing condemnation for pipelines, roads, utilities, and more. Get the dedicated expertise you need when it matters most.

Getting a letter saying someone wants to take your land, or hearing about a big project planned nearby, can be really scary and confusing. You might not know what to do next or what your rights are when dealing with the government or big companies. It’s a tough spot to be in.


But you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. At Dawson & Sodd, we get it. Our job is simple: we only help Texas landowners fight eminent domain cases. That’s it. We don’t do other types of law. Because we focus only on this only in Texas, we know exactly how to protect your rights and help you get the fair payment you deserve for your property.

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How Can We Help You Today?

Received a
Condemnation Notice?

Understand the steps, know your immediate rights, and learn how we can help protect your interests from the start.

Learn About The Process & Your Rights

Concerned About an
Upcoming Project?

Learn how potential projects might affect your land and what proactive steps you can take to prepare and protect your property value.

Explore Landowner Rights & Project Impacts

 Attorney Seeking Co-Counsel?

Discover why attorneys across Texas trust Dawson & Sodd for specialized eminent domain expertise and reliable referrals.

Information for Referring Attorneys

Dedicated Expertise in All Areas
of Texas Eminent Domain

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The Dawson & Sodd Difference:
Texas Eminent Domain Law Firm

Proven Track Record

Decades of experience securing significant results for clients across the state.

Experienced & Dedicated Team

Our attorneys are recognized leaders in Texas eminent domain law.

Real Results for
Texas Landowners

Don’t just take our word for it. See how we’ve helped landowners like you. View all Case Results.

Landowner Awarded

$200,000

Initial Offer

$1,500,000

Final Recovery


Pipeline Case – Central Texas

Landowner Awarded

$350,000

Initial Offer

$4,400,000

Final Recovery


Building Case – Dallas

Our Dedicated Texas
Eminent Domain Team

Jody McSpadden
Jody Sodd McSpadden

Managing Partner


With decades of experience, Jody champions Texas landowners in diverse eminent domain battles, from pipeline takings to major commercial condemnations.

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Jason Sodd

Partner


A dedicated litigator with a career focused on eminent domain, Jason leads many of the firm’s power line condemnation cases and complex property disputes.

Clint Schumacher, CRE

Partner


Clint brings nearly three decades of experience to eminent domain, government takings, and high-stakes litigation for a diverse range of property owners.

Hayley Nanasi
Hayley Ailshie Nanasi

Partner


Hayley has devoted her career exclusively to representing property owners in eminent domain, condemnation, and various takings law matters across Texas.

Dawson Sodd legal team
Tyler Milton

Partner


Tyler exclusively defends property owners, leveraging significant trial experience to secure favorable outcomes in pipeline, highway, and utility condemnations across Texas.

Christopher Norris
Christopher R. Norris

Associate Attorney


Bringing 16 years of extensive civil litigation and trial experience, Chris now dedicates his skills to advocating for Texas landowners in eminent domain cases.

David Wilde
David Wilde

Associate Attorney


David supports the firm’s eminent domain practice, assisting Texas landowners with case preparation and legal research in complex property rights matters.

Ready to Protect
Your Property and Your Rights?

Don’t navigate the complexities of eminent domain alone. Contact Dawson & Sodd today
for a confidential, no-obligation consultation to discuss your specific situation.