Property Tax Arbitration, Litigation & Correction Motions
When a Simple Protest Isn’t Enough: Paths to Fair, Lasting Results
Property tax disputes can become complex quickly, especially for high-value properties.
Republic Property Tax helps property owners pursue deeper levels of relief through arbitration, litigation, and correction motions under Texas law.
Our expertise allows us to handle complex, high-discrepancy cases with precision, transparency, and a focus on long-term results. With valuation experts on your side, you gain faster resolutions, stronger cases, and permanent corrections to your appraisal record.
When to Move Beyond the Standard Protest
If a traditional protest doesn’t achieve the fair market value your property deserves, advanced legal remedies can often provide a better outcome. These options may be right for you if:
- Your property value is over-assessed by 30% or more
- You’ve found a $100,000+ discrepancy between market and assessed value
- The appraisal contains clerical, factual, or exemption errors
- Previous appeals failed to fix the underlying issue
Moving to arbitration, litigation, or a correction motion gives you the opportunity to recover overpaid taxes, protect future valuations, and achieve a fair and lasting result.
Property Tax Arbitration
A Faster, Cost-Effective Path to Resolution
Arbitration allows you to challenge an unfair appraisal after the Appraisal Review Board (ARB) process without the delay and expense of court. A neutral third party reviews the evidence and determines a fair market value, helping you secure reductions more efficiently.
- Save time and cost compared to a lawsuit
- Gain impartial review from a qualified, state-certified arbitrator
- Strengthen your case with expert valuation data prepared by RPT
- Achieve clarity on fair market value without extended litigation
Typical use cases:
- Commercial and multifamily properties
- High-value single-family homes
- Clients seeking faster outcomes than litigation provides
>> Let our team help you get started on the arbitration process.
Property Tax Litigation
When the dispute requires formal legal action.
Some cases require judicial review to achieve a fair outcome. RPT’s in-house counsel guides clients through the litigation process — from filing the petition to negotiating settlements or pursuing court judgments — with complete transparency and professional diligence.
Our goal is to protect our clients’ rights while achieving the best possible valuation outcome under Texas law.
Litigation support includes:
- Case evaluation and filing strategy
- Coordination with expert witnesses and valuation professionals
- Negotiation or trial representation
- Communication at every stage of the process
(Note: Republic Property Tax provides legal representation through its in-house attorney for cases requiring formal litigation.)
>> Our team can help you take legal action.
Correction Motions (Section 25.25 of the Texas Tax Code)
Fixing errors. Even years later.
Many property owners don’t realize that significant overvaluations or factual errors can be corrected for up to five prior years under Texas Tax Code Section 25.25.
This process, known as a Correction Motion, allows you to recover overpaid taxes and permanently fix your appraisal record, even if you didn’t file a protest in those years.
Common scenarios for correction motions:
- Clerical or data errors in appraisal records
- Omitted or incorrect depreciation factors
- Overstated property condition or square footage
- Missed exemptions or valuation rollovers
>> Learn more about how a Correction Motion can fix appraisal errors and recover overpaid taxes.
Partnering With Other Property Tax Firms
RPT frequently collaborates with smaller firms and consultants who lack in-house legal or arbitration capabilities. Our flexible co-counsel and expert witness arrangements allow you to expand your service offerings while maintaining your client relationships.
We partner on:
- Section 25.25 correction motions
- Arbitration preparation and filings
- Litigation support and expert witness testimony
Benefits to partner firms:
- Access to legal expertise without hiring in-house counsel
- Fee-sharing or co-counsel arrangements available
- Streamlined process management from start to finish
If your firm encounters a complex case or a client requesting litigation or correction beyond your current scope, RPT can help you deliver results.
Why Work With RPT
- Expertise in identifying eligible correction cases
- In-house legal review of filings for accuracy and compliance
- Experience coordinating with appraisal districts and appraisal review boards
- Proven results in recovering substantial refunds
Even small factual errors can translate into thousands of dollars in overpaid taxes — especially for commercial portfolios. RPT’s correction motion process ensures those errors are corrected properly and permanently.
Ready to Review Your Case?
If your property’s value appears inflated or you suspect an appraisal error, RPT can help you determine which path — arbitration, litigation, or correction motion — is most effective. Schedule a consultation by submitting the form below.