Amanda Ripp is an attorney with Walker Wilcox where she concentrates her practice in eminent domain and commercial litigation.  She has served as a special assistant attorney general, representing the Department of Transportation and the Illinois Toll Highway Authority, since 2001.  She has also represented private property owners against local municipalities.

In the area of eminent domain, Ms. Ripp is able to amicably resolve 98 percent of her cases without the expense of trial.  However, she is experienced in trying cases, having successfully tried several jury cases in Cook, DuPage, Will and Lake Counties.  In addition to trying cases, Ms. Ripp also represents condemning authorities on appeal, including interlocutory appeals on traverse hearings and final compensation.