About Us
Based in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, we understand the nuances of working with municipalities, counties, and property owners throughout North Texas.
Our approach is collaborative, detail-oriented, and built to minimize disruption while maximizing long-term access.
We specialize in securing right-of-way and easement agreements that support public and private development across Texas. Whether you're improving roads, relocating utilities, or connecting new developments to city infrastructure, we help you navigate the legal, regulatory, and stakeholder landscape with precision.
Our Goal
To be a trusted partner for land acquisition and infrastructure access that supports private property and sustainable community development, preserving the natural character of the region while enabling projects that improve quality of life and regional connectivity.
Mission Statement
To create access and opportunity through thoughtful land use, ensuring that progress benefits the community without erasing the land’s character.
Our History
The name Blackland carries deep roots—both literally and figuratively. It was born from the soil itself: the rich, dark clay of the Blackland Prairie, a grassland ecoregion that once stretched across North Central Texas. As a sixth-generation resident of the region, naming the business Blackland was not just a nod to geography; it was a declaration of place, heritage, and purpose.
Blackland was established with a vision that blends economic development with community stewardship. Blackland specializes in acquiring private property for public-minded projects—those that foster growth while respecting the residents and lands character. Whether it's securing easements for infrastructure, facilitating ADA-compliant upgrades, or coordinating right-of-way access for civic improvements, the work is grounded in a belief that development should serve people without erasing the landscape that shaped them.
This duality—growth and preservation—is at the heart of Blackland’s mission. The business operates in the tension between progress and memory, seeking solutions that honor both. It’s about building pathways, not just roads; creating access, not just ownership. Every project is approached with an eye toward long-term impact, respect for the land and property owners, and community benefit. In this way, Blackland becomes more than a name—it’s a philosophy rooted in the soil, branching into the future.
Our Leadership
Michael Latham, Ph.D.
Michael Latham earned a Masters in Applied Economics and a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the University of Texas at Dallas and is a licensed Real Estate Agent in Texas. With over 15 years of experience, he has worked with both private developers and public sector agencies across the nation.
His extensive expertise includes managing complex right-of-way, easement, and relocation projects, as well as conducting market analysis and economic impact studies that supports strategic and comprehensive planning. This blend of knowledge and experience enables strategic insights and a versatile approach to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.