Independent expert evidence from CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS chartered surveyors
The chartered surveyor team provides independent expert witness services for property disputes, construction litigation, boundary issues, and professional negligence claims. As CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS qualified experts, our panel of surveyors deliver impartial evidence, comprehensive reports, and court testimony across London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Bristol.
Comprehensive expert evidence for legal proceedings
Our panel of CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS chartered surveyors provide independent expert evidence for a wide range of property dispute cases, helping courts and tribunals understand complex technical matters and reach fair decisions.
Expert evidence on property boundaries, encroachments, and title plan interpretations
Expert opinions on easements, access rights, and prescriptive rights claims
Assessment of damage causes, repair costs, and diminution in value claims
Expert analysis of construction defects, latent defects, and remedial work requirements
The chartered status and court experience make our expert evidence highly credible. They have assisted solicitors and barristers in County Court, High Court, and arbitration proceedings across property dispute types.
Construction disputes require experts who understand building technology, construction methods, and industry standards. Our panel of building surveyors provides authoritative expert evidence in construction litigation cases.
| Dispute Type | Our Expert Evidence | Typical Issues |
|---|---|---|
| Defective Works | Technical assessment of building defects and remedial requirements | Poor workmanship, specification non-compliance, material failures |
| Delay Claims | Analysis of construction programs and critical path delays | Extension of time disputes, liquidated damages, critical path analysis |
| Cost Disputes | Evaluation of construction costs and payment claims | Interim payment disputes, final account disagreements, variations |
| Contract Interpretation | Expert opinion on construction contract terms and obligations | JCT contracts, specification requirements, design responsibilities |
| Professional Standards | Assessment against building regulations and industry best practice | Building control issues, CDM compliance, quality standards |
Technical Expertise: Our building surveyors have hands-on construction experience, understanding how buildings are actually constructed. This practical knowledge, combined with CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS qualifications, makes our expert evidence particularly persuasive in construction litigation.
We've acted as expert witnesses in disputes ranging from residential extension disagreements to multi-million-pound commercial construction claims. Our clear, authoritative reports help judges understand complex technical construction matters.
When surveyor professional negligence is alleged, independent expert evidence is essential. Our panel of CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS chartered surveyors provide objective assessments of whether professional standards were met.
Detailed analysis of the original survey report and instructions
Site visit to assess what defects were present and visible
Evaluation against CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS practice statements and guidance
Independent conclusion on whether negligence occurred
Complete Independence: Your surveyor understands their duty to the court supersedes party interests. Even when instructed by defendants, if they find negligence occurred, they must say so. This independence makes our expert evidence trusted by courts and helps parties reach realistic settlement positions.
Your expert report will address breach of duty, causation, and quantum of loss - the three elements courts require in professional negligence cases. The expert surveyors have acted for both claimants and defendants in surveyor negligence litigation.
Our CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS Registered Valuers provide expert evidence in property valuation disputes across various legal proceedings. As valuation experts, we deliver authoritative opinions on property values and valuation methodology.
Independent Valuations: We conduct fresh valuations using appropriate CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS methodology (comparable evidence, investment method, residual valuations) and provide fully reasoned valuation reports.
Valuation Review: We critique existing valuations, assessing whether assumptions were reasonable, comparables were appropriate, and methodology was correct.
Market Evidence: Our expert reports include comprehensive market evidence supporting our valuation opinions, including comparable sales, rental evidence, and yield analysis.
Houses, flats, development sites - Red Book valuations
Offices, retail, industrial - investment and market valuations
Development land, agricultural property, unique buildings
Our CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS Registered Valuer status and Red Book compliance give our valuation evidence significant weight. Courts trust chartered valuers to provide objective, well-researched property valuations that help resolve financial disputes fairly.
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From instruction to court testimony - professional expert evidence throughout
The surveyors receive your instructions, conduct conflict checks, review case documentation, and confirm they have the appropriate expertise. We provide transparent fee quotes and agree timescales for report delivery.
Our panel of CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS chartered surveyors conduct comprehensive site inspections, gathering physical evidence, taking professional photographs, and documenting all relevant technical matters for the dispute.
Your surveyor prepares detailed CPR Part 35 compliant expert reports with reasoned opinions, supporting evidence, and clear conclusions on disputed technical questions. Reports undergo rigorous quality review.
If ordered by the court, your surveyor meets with opposing experts to identify areas of agreement and disagreement. They prepare joint statements narrowing issues for trial efficiency.
Our panel of qualified surveyors attend trial, present expert evidence clearly, and answer questions professionally. Your surveyor maintains independence under cross-examination, ensuring their evidence assists the court effectively.
Our panel of expert witness surveyors hold CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS with decades of combined experience. Courts trust their chartered or accredited status and professional expertise.
As CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS chartered surveyors, your surveyor understands their duty to the court supersedes client interests. They provide objective, impartial expert evidence.
Our panel of qualified surveyors have extensive experience providing expert witness testimony in County Court, High Court, and arbitration proceedings.
You need an expert witness surveyor when property or construction disputes require specialist technical evidence for court proceedings. This includes boundary disputes, building defect claims, professional negligence allegations, dilapidations disagreements, and valuation challenges. Our panel of chartered surveyors provides independent expert opinion that helps courts understand complex property matters. Early appointment of a CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS qualified expert witness ensures you have strong evidence supporting your case. Contact the expert witness team via 0204 579 8270 to discuss your legal matter.
Expert witness fees from our panel of chartered surveyors typically range from £1,500-£5,000+ depending on case complexity. Simple matters requiring desktop review and basic reports cost less than complex cases involving site inspections, detailed technical analysis, and court attendance. Our panel of CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS qualified experts charge hourly rates for work undertaken. Your surveyor provides transparent quotes outlining expected time requirements. Expert witness costs are usually recoverable from losing parties in litigation. Call 0204 579 8270 for a detailed quote based on your specific dispute.
Good expert witness surveyors combine technical expertise, relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. They must be CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS chartered with recognised qualifications in their specialism. Crucially, expert witnesses must be independent and objective, understanding their duty to the court supersedes party interests. Our panel of qualified surveyors prepare clear, well-reasoned reports that judges and juries understand. We remain impartial under cross-examination and provide honest opinions even when unhelpful to instructing parties. This professionalism ensures our expert evidence is trusted and persuasive in court proceedings.
Yes, expert witness surveyors can be cross-examined by opposing counsel during court proceedings. This tests the strength and reliability of expert evidence. Our panel of chartered surveyors have extensive court experience and handle cross-examination professionally. Your surveyor prepares thoroughly, knowing their expert reports and evidence inside-out. CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS qualifications and expertise give confidence under questioning. Cross-examination is an important part of the legal process, ensuring only sound expert evidence influences court decisions. Our panel of qualified surveyors' testimony consistently withstands rigorous cross-examination.
While not legally required, courts strongly prefer CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS chartered surveyors as expert witnesses for property matters. Chartered or accredited status demonstrates professional standards and ongoing competence through continued professional development. CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS regulation provides additional credibility. Judges know accredited surveyors operate to high standards and can be held accountable through CIOB, RPSA and/or RICS complaints procedures. For this reason, solicitors typically instruct accredited and qualified experts. Your surveyor's membership gives their expert testimony significant weight in court proceedings involving property disputes or construction litigation.
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