Eminent Domain Attorney To Host Community Education Meeting

Waldo & Lyle, a leading Virginia property rights law firm, is hosting a free educational community meeting to discuss the proposed Valley Link transmission line and property owners’ rights under Virginia law. The event will cover key topics including:

• Your rights regarding requested surveys and access to your property

• Evaluating compensation offers

• Practical steps to protect your land and maximize your legal protections in the event of eminent domain proceedings

“When we’re done, the audience will know more about property rights and eminent domain in Virginia than 99% of the attorneys,” said a representative of the firm. This is a free, non-partisan educational event open to all affected property owners and interested community members.

When: Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Where: Orange County High School Auditorium, 201 Selma Road, Orange, VA 22960

RSVP: Please send an email to Donna Elliott at dre@waldoandlyle.com to reserve your seat. When you send your email to reserve a seat, please include your full name, the property address or GPIN for your property that will be affected by the project and your mailing address. They will be checking registrations at the door, and folks who aren't registered will be unable to attend.

Waldo & Lyle’s reputation in eminent domain and property rights matters is well established. The firm was recommended without hesitation by a retired federal judge who presided over numerous cases in which Waldo & Lyle represented landowners—advice that came directly from an affected Orange County attorney and landowner.

If the Valley Link project is approved by the State Corporation Commission and proceeds with eminent domain, property owners who understand their rights and the proper process will be best positioned to protect their interests. This meeting is designed to provide that essential knowledge.