Business Details
Trusted Eminent Domain Lawyers in San Diego
At Allen Semelsberger & Kaelin, we have dedicated our practice to protecting the rights of property and business owners in complex legal matters. With over three decades of experience, including landmark cases in eminent domain and mobile home law, we have recovered more than $300 million for clients across California. Our team of AV-Rated attorneys combines deep legal expertise with a proven track record in resolving cases involving condemnation, business law, real estate litigation, and personal injury.We prioritize personalized legal strategies, ensuring clients receive just compensation for property takings, relocation impacts, and loss of goodwill. Recognized by San Diego Magazine and Super Lawyers, our firm remains committed to unrelenting advocacy and client-focused solutions. Backed by decades of experience, including special counsel work for the San Diego Padres, we provide actionable legal guidance tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Eminent Domain
Mobile Home Law
Personal Injury
Business Law
Real Estate Litigation
Highlights and features
- More than $300 million recovered in verdicts and settlements
- Selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers
- AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- Backed by 30+ years of legal experience
- Responsive, responsible, and unrelenting trial attorneys
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV-Rated
What people say
Highly successful
Trusted legal team
Responsive attorneys
Extensive experience
Successful outcomes
Services
Eminent Domain
Eminent domain law governs the government's right to acquire private property for public use. Our attorneys specialize in ensuring fair compensation for property takings, including land, buildings, and business relocations. We analyze appraisal values, demonstrate financial impacts of relocation, and advocate for additional awards like goodwill losses. With decades of experience, we secure just compensation for California property owners.
Mobile Home Law
We represent mobile home residents facing park closures or regulatory challenges. Our team negotiates relocation benefits, challenges unfair evictions, and ensures compliance with California's Mobile Home Residency Law. By leveraging statutory protections, we maximize compensation for residents and advocate for fair treatment in land-use disputes. Our expertise spans nearly three decades of precedent-setting cases.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice addresses cases involving negligence, premises liability, and catastrophic injuries. We investigate liability, document damages, and pursue compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain. By combining trial-ready advocacy with settlement negotiation skills, we resolve cases efficiently while prioritizing client recovery. The firm's litigation experience strengthens every injury claim we handle.
People
David Semelsberger
Attorney
David Semelsberger specializes in eminent domain and business litigation. With decades of experience, he has recovered millions for clients facing property takings and relocation. His expertise includes complex condemnation cases and mobile home park disputes.
George Kaelin
Attorney
George Kaelin focuses on eminent domain law and real estate litigation. Recognized for his trial advocacy, he has secured landmark settlements for property owners impacted by public infrastructure projects. His work spans over 30 years of California land-use law.
Questions
What is eminent domain?
Eminent domain allows public entities to acquire private property for projects like roads or parks. Owners must receive just compensation for land, structures, and business relocation impacts.
How much compensation am I entitled to?
California law guarantees fair market value for property takings, plus additional awards for relocation costs, lost goodwill, and business disruption. Our attorneys maximize these recoveries.
Can I challenge an eminent domain action?
Yes. We review the government's authority, public use justification, and appraisal methods to challenge unfair takings and negotiate better terms.
What if my mobile home park is closing?
Residents may qualify for relocation benefits, park replacement rights, or compensation under California's Mobile Home Residency Law. We help secure fair treatment and financial recovery.
How do you handle personal injury cases?
We investigate liability, document damages, and pursue full compensation for injuries caused by negligence. Our approach combines settlement negotiations with trial-ready advocacy.
