Prepares records, forms and reports for right-of-way acquisition, relocation assistance, sale and rental of properties and federal sharing of right-of-way costs. Prepares worksheets/reports on parcels of real estate to be acquired and relocation reports and plans. Contacts property owners and explains reasons for the need to purchase right-of-way, negotiates routine purchases and obtains agreements and documents necessary to acquire right-of-way. Prepares and presents testimony in eminent domain suits for the acquisition of property for highway purposes. Obtains legal information necessary for condemnation. Locates comparable replacement housing, commercial buildings and lots. Assists in field reviews to determine property marketability. Researches records to verify ownership, encumbrances, and conditions of sale. Serves as a liaison between agency and general public on issues relating to acquisitions or disposals. Assists as needed at public information meetings. Performs detailed review of all documents prior to recordation to ensure correctness/legibility. Prepares various claim packages for payment to landowners, county courthouses, consultants, vendors, and others. Itemizes, categorizes and scans all project documentation both electronically and by hard copy in conformance with State Archives and History Retention/disposal schedules. Provides investigative research when requested to determine Agency ownership of right of way and forwards information to requestor. Processes all FOIA requests within legally mandated timeframes.