The municipal law attorneys at Appel Yost LLP are knowledgeable and experienced when it comes to matters of local concern. Our attorneys strive for excellence in representing local municipalities, boards and agencies, as well as their residents, in the wide range of legal matters outlined below.
Representing Local Governments in Municipal Matters
The municipal law attorneys at Appel Yost LLP provide counsel to all levels and types of local government bodies in Lancaster County, including townships, boroughs, boards, agencies, commissions and authorities. We also offer our services to government officials in their official capacity. Our attorneys serve as solicitors to local government agencies handling day-to-day activities in addition to commercial and contract disputes, zoning and land use issues, public contracts, drafting of ordinances and other legislation, charter revision, subdivision and land development and planning, local taxation issues, easements and rights-of-way, transparency requirements, labor and employment issues, municipal financing, eminent domain, and more. The municipal law attorneys at our firm skillfully handle these matters, paying special attention to the rules and regulations under which your government body operates to ensure accurate and efficient results.
Representing Residents in Municipal Matters
Appel Yost LLP represents individuals who believe they have been wronged by a local government body. Our seasoned municipal law attorneys are prepared to handle many types of local matters such as eminent domain, zoning appeals, tax appeals, public record requests, code violations, utility issues, title and property line disputes, and more. We work closely with residents to evaluate their claims and present various options and alternatives for proceeding. Where appropriate, our municipal law attorneys aggressively litigate their clients’ claims for fair and just compensation in light of government wrongdoing.
