Community bank settlement
Initial offer: $6.2M
Illinois eminent domain attorney
Your property. Your livelihood. Your right to fair compensation.
Focused representation for Illinois owners facing condemnation, partial takings, and public infrastructure projects.
Illinois property rights counsel
When the government comes for your property, experience matters.
Since 1996, Cacciatore Law Group has represented commercial, industrial, and residential property owners in eminent domain matters.
We know condemnation from both sides. Victor J. Cacciatore spent nine years representing IDOT and the Illinois Toll Highway Authority in property acquisition matters. Today, that insight is focused exclusively on protecting Illinois property owners.
Meet Victor Cacciatore →How we help
Focused eminent domain representation.
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Condemnation & eminent domain
Strategic counsel from the first government notice through negotiation, trial, and appeal.
02↗Partial takings
Careful valuation of the land taken and the impact a public project has on what remains.
03↗Relocation benefits
Guidance for businesses and property owners seeking eligible moving and reestablishment costs.
04↗Transit & road projects
Experienced representation in IDOT, Tollway, CTA, Metra, and local infrastructure matters.
Senior & founding partner
Victor J. Cacciatore
A property owner’s advocate with rare insight into how condemning authorities evaluate and pursue a taking.
In practice for more than 35 years, Mr. Cacciatore seeks neither quick settlements nor protracted litigation—but the optimal result for each client. He has successfully tried eminent domain cases before juries and recovered millions of dollars through negotiation, trial, and appeal.
- J.D., DePaul University College of Law
- Illinois Bar, admitted 1983
- Former Special Assistant Illinois Attorney General
Selected outcomes
Results that changed the equation.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every matter depends on its own facts and circumstances.
Restaurant jury verdict
Initial offer: $290K
Initial offer
Animal care center settlement
Selected clients
Businesses we’ve represented.
Client reviews
What our clients say.
GoogleReviews sourced directly from the firm’s Google Business Profile.
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Shehdeh Abu-Khalil
Google review ↗★★★★★
“Vic was extremely knowledgeable and walked me through my imminent domain case. He laid the whole process out in Laymans terms and I was able obtain a fair value for my property. I would highly recommend working with Vic!”
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Your first steps
A notice is not the final word.
The earlier you seek advice, the more options you may have to protect your property and compensation.
Request a consultation- 01
Preserve every document
Keep notices, offers, appraisals, plans, leases, and communications from the acquiring agency.
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Do not sign prematurely
An initial offer may not account for all compensable property damage, relocation costs, or business impact.
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Get a focused review
We assess the taking, timeline, valuation, and leverage—then explain your options in plain language.
Property rights insights
Clear answers for Illinois owners.
What to do after receiving an eminent domain notice in Illinois
Five practical steps to protect your options before you respond to an agency, appraiser, or acquisition agent.
Read article →How a partial taking can affect the value of your remaining property
Compensation may involve more than the square footage acquired. Access, visibility, parking, and use can all matter.
Read article →Relocation benefits for Illinois businesses facing condemnation
A concise overview of moving, reestablishment, and related costs that may be available in a public acquisition.
Read article →Time matters
Has a government agency contacted you about your property?
Talk directly with an experienced Illinois eminent domain attorney about the notice, offer, or project affecting you.