At Byron Carlson Petri & Kalb, we provide comprehensive legal services tailored to the needs of the agricultural community. Our expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting farmers, agribusinesses, and agricultural organizations, including land use, property rights, water rights, environmental compliance, contract negotiations, and regulatory matters.
We understand the unique challenges faced by those in the agriculture sector and are committed to delivering practical, effective legal solutions that support sustainable growth and success. Whether you’re acquiring land, negotiating leases, or navigating federal and state regulations, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Our attorneys have represented landowners and farmers in some of the largest transmission line and pipeline projects in Illinois. Between 2012 and 2016, we represented hundreds of landowners and farmers before the Illinois Commerce Commission and in eminent domain proceedings for the Ameren Illinois Rivers Project, which was a 375 mile-long, 345kV transmission line crossing Illinois. We also represented dozens of landowners and farmers for the Dakota Access Pipeline Project, which was 30-inch underground pipeline crossing 177 miles of Illinois. We have also have expertise in other types of easements impacting landowners and farmers, such as wind and solar leases.
Partner with us for trusted legal counsel rooted in a deep understanding of agricultural laws and policies, ensuring your operations are legally sound and positioned for long-term prosperity.
One of the major issues we handle at Byron Carlson Petri & Kalb, LLC, involves the laying of oil and gas pipelines through privately owned farmland. These pipelines can affect soil fertility and may result in the loss of crops and land. Our firm negotiates on behalf of the landowner for maximum compensation for lost profits and land restoration.
As a small law firm, we can give your case more personal attention and offer creative legal solutions that meet your legal needs. We work collaboratively with farmers and other agribusiness clients to develop a legal strategy that effectively meets their goals and resolves their legal issue.
To talk to an experienced attorney about legal matters involving agribusinesses and their operations, call 618-655-0600 for our office in Edwardsville.