Litigation Support
An appraiser is not an "advocate" when preparing an unbiased appraisal. As an advisor, however, we can inform legal professionals on the strengths and weakness of opposing party appraisals. Our research & knowledge can support or discredit various assumptions and/or conclusions.
The problem we often encounter is that the appraiser is engaged too late to provide full benefit. Engaging the appraiser before depositions are taken can often expedite an out-of-court settlement. A review of the case and the subject property by a professional experienced in legal support can give the attorney a basis for decisions on what additional research and analysis is needed, if any. Sometimes these consulatations are enough for the attorney to complete a settlement without further cost or litigation.
If a formal appraisal report is required, we offer either a brief, summary document or aa formal in-depth report with sufficient documentation to go to trial.
Should you need an Expert Witness for testimoney in deposition or trail, Ms. Stillman's significant experience includes
- Antique Furniture
- Silver, China & Crystal
- Residential Contents
- Paintings, Sculpture & Prints
- Appraisal, Consultation, Umpire, & Review
- Estates & Trusts
- Charitable Donation
- Insurance & Third Party Loss Valuation
- Marital Dissolution
- Expert Witness & Litigation Support
- Over 30 years Appraisal Experience
- Over 25 years Litigation Support