Does this sound like you?
- You bought a piece of waterfront property that you hoped would be a peaceful oasis for your family or a strategic location for your business. All of a sudden, access to the water is being blocked or you’re dealing with nuisances from your neighbor’s dock or use of the waterway.
- You want to build a dock but are getting opposition from neighbors and the local community.
- Your neighbor wants to build a dock, and you have concerns about infringement on your property or navigability of the waterway.
- A neighbor’s dock or access to the waterway has resulted in issues with noise, food tracks, or other disturbances.
- You believe you have a right to access the water, but a local property owner says you do not.
FREE GUIDE: Riparian Rights and Lake Access
If you find yourself experiencing a riparian rights conflict, we can help.
Dalton & Tomich are Michigan-based attorneys with decades of experience in the various types of waterways in Michigan and your rights to access them. We can quickly assess your case, help you understand your rights, protect property values, and fight for the ability to enjoy your home or operate your business as desired.
Together, we preserve our lakes and waterways’ beauty, navigability, and responsible use.
If you find yourself experiencing a riparian rights conflict, we can help.
Resolve Conflict Quickly so You Can Enjoy Your Waterfront Property
What is RLUIPA?
The 3-Step Riparian Rights Process
If you face a riparian rights dispute, we will walk you through a three-step process to help you understand your options and defend your rights.
1. Consultation
In a complimentary consultation, we learn about your situation and your issue.
2. Analysis + Plan
After the initial consultation, the first step is to analyze your case, review documents, and determine your rights and chances of winning the dispute. We would like to give you our opinion and possible steps forward. This analysis alone holds tremendous value for our clients as it helps them understand their rights, the best course of action, and if it’s worth pursuing litigation.
3. Legal Action
If you decide to proceed with your case, we begin taking legal action. We stay out of court where possible, first trying letters and other forms of resolution. However, our lawyers are skilled litigators and will see your case through the entire process if going to court becomes necessary.
