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Expert Witness

Why trust Samson Chartered Surveyors to act as your expert witness?

Alongside our extensive industry knowledge, broad experience, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients, our RICS Chartered Surveyors can be relied upon because we have acted as expert witnesses in a wide range of disputes at both County Court and High Court level. We will also provide clear, impartial evidence and professional advice across all property matters, from lease renewals to building contracts.

Our surveyors have held positions within prestigious professional bodies, including the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors’ Panel of Arbitrators and Independent Experts.

Disagreements relating to property are not uncommon and can often lead to lengthy, expensive, and stressful legal proceedings. A Chartered Surveyor can prepare a detailed Expert Witness Report for London properties, setting out a clear, professional opinion on the matter and providing robust evidence to support your case. Where required, they can also attend court to ensure the facts are properly presented.

At Samson Chartered Surveyors, our highly experienced professionals can assist with all expert witness matters relating to property, including:

  • Arbitration

  • Mediation

  • Negligence investigations

  • Dispute resolution

We provide clear expert advice and reliable evidence to help resolve disputes efficiently and reach fair, amicable outcomes. Where possible, this approach can prevent the need for court proceedings, protect you against unfounded claims, and reduce overall legal costs.

Appointing a qualified RICS Chartered Surveyor as an expert witness can help you to:

  • Present facts accurately and clearly

  • Achieve a fair and amicable settlement

  • Defend against false or exaggerated claims

  • Better understand legal issues relating to property

  • Support smooth and effective court proceedings

  • Save time and money in the long term

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Our chartered surveyors can support you by providing evidence on legal matters including:

Building surveys ✓

Valuations ✓

Party walls and boundaries ✓

Construction claims and disputes ✓

Tenant and landlord disputes ✓

Dilapidations and housing disrepair ✓

Commercial property ✓

Professional negligence ✓

Leasehold enfranchisement ✓