Expropriation Adjudication

We secure fair compensation in expropriation and compensation proceedings
covering land expropriation, compensation assessment, and relocation measures for public projects.

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Overview

The expropriation and compensation practice covers the expropriation of land and buildings for public projects (roads, railways, housing site development, industrial complexes, etc.), assessment of compensation amounts (for land, buildings, business losses, and relocation costs), adjudication by the Central Land Expropriation Committee, and litigation to increase or decrease compensation. Accurate application of the Act on Acquisition of and Compensation for Land, etc. for Public Works Projects and a thorough understanding of appraisal methodology are paramount.

Drawing on experience representing both landowners and project implementers, PYEONG AN provides professional legal services across the full spectrum of expropriation and compensation matters, including review of the adequacy of compensation, challenging expropriation decisions, litigation to increase compensation amounts, advisory on relocation planning, and resolution of issues relating to remaining land and fixture compensation.

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Key Practice Areas

  • Review of adequacy of land expropriation compensation and representation in objection adjudication
  • Litigation to increase or decrease compensation amounts (administrative litigation)
  • Advisory on business loss compensation, relocation costs, and fixture compensation issues
  • Claims for purchase of remaining land and compensation for diminution in value
  • Verification of appraisal adequacy and filing for re-appraisal
  • Administrative appeals and administrative litigation under the Land Compensation Act
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Key Members

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Awards & Recognition

Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2026 Top-Tier Firm in 16 Practice Areas
Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026 Band 1 in Key Practice Areas
IFLR1000 2026 Tier 1 in M&A, Restructuring and Finance
Korean Bar Association Commendation for Excellence in Legal Services
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