Often appearing as an expert witness is seen as the highest possible professional achievement in any industry. Our arboricultural directors have experience appearing as expert witnesses for a range of planning appeals, compensation claims and even in the Magistrates Court, both for local authorities and for private clients, or as a joint expert witness for claimant and defendant in compensation claims. The services we provide include:

• In depth surveys/re-surveys carried out by a consultant with an eye to detail not normally needed in a planning application
• Preparation of expert evidence, including liaison with clients, other experts, legal advisors and Counsel
• Proofs of Evidence or Expert Witness Reports
• Rebuttal of another expert’s evidence
• Attendance at Public Inquiries or other hearings requiring cross examination