Atty. Joshua E. Baker
Josh is a specialist, exclusively in the practice of eminent domain law and exclusively for private property owners. He has two specialties now: ensuring that his clients and all Virginians — through his efforts at reform of condemnation laws — receive just compensation when their property is taken.
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Joshua E. Baker is a Partner based in Norfolk, Virginia, practicing at Waldo & Lyle, P.C.. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on zoning. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2007) and North Carolina (2017). Educated at College of William and Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Hillsdale College (B.A., 2001). Serves clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Josh is a specialist, exclusively in the practice of eminent domain law and exclusively for private property owners
- He has two specialties now: ensuring that his clients and all Virginians — through his efforts at reform of condemnation laws — receive just compensation when their property is taken
Practice Areas
Attorney and President, The Law Firm of Waldo & Lyle Josh’s practice is limited to representing property owners in eminent domain proceedings and defending private property rights throughout Virginia and the District of Columbia
Professional Activities
- - Chairman, CLE International Virginia Eminent Domain Seminar, 2016- Present Presenter, CLE International Virginia Eminent Domain Seminar, Common Areas in Subdivisions: A Study in Highest and Best Use (2017) - Presenter, CLE International Virginia Eminent Domain Seminar, Rare, Unique and Unusual Easement: What Rights Can Be Taken? (2016) - Virginia Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2012-2015 - Presenter, CLE International Virginia Eminent Domain Seminar, Property Rights: Are Less Than Fee Interests Worth Anything in Condemnation? (2015) - Presenter, CLE International Virginia Eminent Domain Seminar, Unity of Lands: Do I Have One Parcel? (2014) - Presenter, CLE International Virginia Eminent Domain Seminar, Latest Trends in Mediation: New Strategies to Resolve Disputes (2013) - Presenter, CLE International Virginia Eminent Domain Seminar, Recovering Compensable Costs: What Your Colleagues Do Not Know (2012) - Member, Brigham-Kanner Property Rights Conference Journal Advisory Board, 2013- Present - Co-Author (with Joseph T. Waldo), Damages from Transmission Corridors and Transmission Lines, The Practical Real Estate Lawyer, January 2012 - Presenter, CLE International Virginia Eminent Domain Seminar, Housing Authority Projects: New Laws, New Rules, Old Plans (2011) - Author, Virginia’s Property Owners Are Not Safe From Kelo-Styled Economic Takings, The Fee Simple, Vol
- XXX, No. 2, May 2010 - Author, Note “Quieting the Clang: Hathcock as a Model of the State-Based Protection of Property Which Kelo Demands,” Volume 14 William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal Issue 1 (2006) (Available at 14 Wm. & Mary Bill Rts
- J. 351). - Executive Articles Editor, William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal Volume 14 Professional Memberships: - Virginia Member, Owners Counsel of America - Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association, 2007-present - Chair, Young Lawyers Section, 2011-2012 - Treasurer, Young Lawyers Section, 2010-2011 - The Federalist Society - Virginia State Bar Civic Involvement: - Hillsdale College President’s Club Member - Hillsdale College Admissions Assistance Program, Volunteer - Alzheimer Association, Alois Society Member
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Why local counsel matters in Virginia
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Norfolk are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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