Expert Witness Services offers expert analysis in disputes arising from real estate transactions and investment activity, across all property types and deal sizes. Our work spans everything from individual ownership and small investor matters to large-scale commercial developments, institutional portfolios, and complex partnership structures.
We provide in-depth expertise in cases involving breach of contract, fraud, and negligent misrepresentation. Our analysis covers all stages of the deal process, including disclosures, due diligence, transaction structuring, and post-closing performance. We are frequently engaged to evaluate the accuracy of property valuations, the adequacy of financial disclosures, the reasonableness of compensation structures, and the economic viability of proposed ventures. We also provide opinions on fiduciary duties and conduct within real estate partnerships and trusts.
We evaluate the accuracy and methodology of valuations used in transactions, financing, and investments. This includes review of market comparables, appraisal standards, and the underlying financial assumptions.
We assess whether financial information, including income, expenses, debt obligations, and property performance, was properly disclosed and whether any omissions were material to the transaction.
We analyze the diligence conducted prior to acquisition or investment, including review of leases, title, financial underwriting, and physical inspections, to determine whether standard industry practices were followed.
Retained by: Defendant and Cross-complainant
Counsel: Merino Yebri, LLP
Retained to evaluate claims and related economic damages associated with a high-profile single-family residential project in Los Angeles, California. Testified at jury trial.
Retained by: Plaintiffs
Counsel: Irell & Manella, LLP; Quinn Emanuel
Plaintiff sued for fraud, malice, and oppression related to the tortious interference with a large-scale retail shopping center development. Engaged in punitive damages phase of the case to evaluate defendant’s financial condition and related SEC filings and disclosures.
Retained by: Plaintiffs
Counsel: Allen, Matkins, Leck, Gamble, & Mallory LLP
Plaintiff filed claims for breach of contract, negligent misrepresentation, fraud, and related damages arising from alleged failure to disclose material facts related to plaintiff’s purchase of single-family residence. Provided assistance in compilation of discovery assessing and evaluating damage claims.
Retained by: Defendant
Counsel: Hennelly & Grossfeld LLP
Retained to assess and evaluate damages claimed by Plaintiff in connection with open space easement encumbering certain real property owned by Plaintiffs. Prepared report, testified at deposition and bench trial.
Retained by: Defendants
Counsel: Jones Day
Retained to analyze and assess economic damages allegedly suffered by Plaintiff in connection with the potential development of a multifamily apartment community in Doraville, Georgia. Prepared report and testified at deposition.