Mark A. Easter - Riverside, CA
Mark A. Easter is a partner at Best Best and Krieger LLP in Riverside, California, specializing in public agency acquisitions, eminent domain, inverse condemnation, and commercial real estate litigation. With over thirty-five years of legal experience and recognized by The Best Lawyers in America, he serves public entities and property owners throughout the Inland Empire and statewide.
Eminent Domain and Commercial Real Estate Litigation in Riverside
Public infrastructure expansion and complex property disputes demand sophisticated legal strategy and trial experience. Based in the Riverside office of Best Best and Krieger LLP, partner Mark A. Easter is a leading California authority on eminent domain, inverse condemnation, and public land acquisitions. Since earning his Juris Doctor from UC Davis School of Law in 1989, Mr. Easter has represented municipalities, transportation agencies, water districts, and school districts across Southern California.
Property acquisitions for transit corridors, utilities, and civic redevelopment involve intricate constitutional issues under California law. When public agencies or commercial property owners confront valuation disputes, loss of business goodwill, or right-of-way conflicts, having access to an experienced real estate litigation attorney is essential. If you need a lawyer who understands complex appraisals and jury trials, Mark A. Easter provides dependable advocacy backed by decades of courtroom success.
Core Areas of Legal Practice and Representation
Mark A. Easter provides focused legal representation across multifaceted aspects of real estate, business, and municipal law:
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation: Guiding public entities through resolution of necessity hearings, appraisals, valuations, and jury trials, while protecting compensation rights for affected property owners.
- Inverse Condemnation Litigation: Representing public agencies and property owners in inverse condemnation actions involving public works projects, regulatory takings, landslides, and flood control operations.
- Commercial Real Estate and Land Use: Resolving lease disputes, boundary conflicts, title defects, easement enforcement, and land use regulations affecting commercial properties.
- Business Litigation and Contract Enforcement: Representing corporations and public entities in contract disputes, vendor conflicts, and construction litigation across California courts.
- Nuisance Abatement and Receiverships: Assisting municipal entities in remedying substandard properties through court-appointed receiverships and civil code enforcement actions.
Distinguished Professional Leadership and Accolades
Throughout his career, Mark A. Easter has played an active leadership role in the local legal community, serving as president of the Riverside County Bar Association and mentoring mock trial teams. Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for eminent domain and condemnation law, Mr. Easter is an active member of the International Right of Way Association, where he was honored as Professional of the Year.
Clients who hire a real estate litigation attorney through Best Best and Krieger benefit from the full resources of one of California oldest and most respected law firms. Mr. Easter combines deep institutional knowledge with a practical, cost-effective approach to dispute resolution, helping clients negotiate favorable settlements when possible or vigorously defending their positions in trial courts and appellate proceedings.
Downtown Riverside Office and Consultations
Located at 3750 University Avenue, Suite 400, in downtown Riverside, California, Mark A. Easter and the legal team at Best Best and Krieger LLP provide accessible counsel for public entities, corporate leaders, and commercial landholders. Those seeking to find an attorney for eminent domain matters or commercial property litigation can contact the Riverside office to arrange a professional consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the center of Downtown Riverside, situated directly at the prominent corner of Market Street and University Avenue.
Building Location
The office is located in Mission Square, a prominent six-story Class A office building built in 1984. It is located adjacent to City Hall and close to cultural sites like UCR ARTS, with multiple restaurants nearby, including Le Chat Noir and Lake Alice Trading Co..
Parking Details
A multi-level public parking structure is available on-site at Mission Square, alongside other paid and free surface public parking lots in the immediate area.
Public Transit
Served by Riverside Transit Agency Route 1 and Route 49 (Eastbound/Westbound); nearest stop is at University + Market.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter Mission Square through the main lobby. Take the elevator to the fourth floor, where the office of Best Best & Krieger LLP is located in Suite 400.