Litigation Support & Expert Witness Testimony
Court-ready valuations and professional testimony by experienced AACI-designated appraisers. Decades of experience before Ontario courts and tribunals.
When Is Litigation Support Required?
When legal proceedings require expert real estate valuation, our experienced appraisers provide comprehensive opinions and professional testimony that withstand cross-examination.
Matrimonial & Divorce Proceedings
Under Ontario's Family Law Act, the matrimonial home and other real property must be valued at specific dates to calculate net family property and equalization payments. Our valuations are prepared in a format accepted by Ontario family courts.
Expropriation & Land Acquisition
When government or public agencies acquire private property, owners are entitled to fair compensation under Ontario's Expropriations Act. We assess market value, Injurious Affection, and Disturbance Damages.
Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Business dissolutions, shareholder buyouts, and partnership disputes involving real property require independent valuations that can withstand legal scrutiny and arbitration proceedings.
Estate & Probate Litigation
Contested estates, beneficiary disputes, and challenges to estate valuations require independent appraisals that meet court standards. We provide date-of-death valuations and retrospective assessments.
Property Tax Appeals
If your MPAC property assessment is inaccurate, a professional appraisal provides the evidence needed to support an appeal before the Assessment Review Board (ARB). We prepare reports that address MPAC's methodology.
Insurance Claims & Disputes
Insurance disputes involving property damage, total loss claims, or coverage disagreements require independent valuations to quantify loss and support fair settlement negotiations.
Our Litigation Practice
Our appraisers have provided expert testimony in hundreds of proceedings across Ontario. We understand the unique requirements of litigation work and prepare every report to withstand cross-examination.
Expert Witness Testimony
Professional, credible testimony with extensive cross-examination experience before Ontario courts and tribunals.
Court-Ready Report Preparation
Reports formatted to meet all court and tribunal requirements with detailed methodology, comprehensive analysis, and full disclosure of assumptions.
Retrospective Valuations
Historical date-specific valuations for estate, matrimonial, and tax matters requiring specialized research into past market conditions.
Rebuttal Report Preparation
Critical review and response to opposing expert opinions, identifying weaknesses in methodology and supporting your position.
Mediation & Arbitration Support
Professional valuation support for alternative dispute resolution proceedings — a cost-effective path to resolution outside the courtroom.
Courts & Tribunals Experience
Ontario Superior Court, Assessment Review Board, Ontario Land Tribunal, Ontario Family Court, arbitration panels, and mediation proceedings.
The Litigation Appraisal Process
Case Review & Consultation
Initial discussion with legal counsel to understand the issues, identify required valuation dates, and define scope.
Independent Investigation
Thorough property inspection, market research, and data analysis independent of either party's position.
Court-Compliant Report
Detailed report with comprehensive analysis, clear reasoning, and full disclosure of methodology and assumptions.
Testimony & Cross-Examination
Professional presentation of findings and defence of opinion under oath before courts and tribunals.
Related Services
Commercial Valuations
Office, retail, industrial, and investment property valuations
Residential Appraisals
Home valuations for mortgages, estate planning, and legal matters
Real Estate Consulting
Market analysis, feasibility studies, and investment advisory
Government & Institutional
Specialized services for public sector clients
Need Litigation Support?
Contact us to discuss your case. Our experienced appraisers work closely with legal counsel to provide the expert support your matter requires.