Guy Peters has extensive experience as a professional valuer and passed the necessary training and assessments with the RICS to be an Expert Witness.
What is an Expert Witness?
An Expert Witness is a qualified professional who provides independent, impartial, and expert opinion evidence to assist courts, tribunals, and legal professionals in resolving disputes.
In the context of residential property valuation, an RICS-registered Expert Witness offers specialist insight into property values, market conditions, and potential issues affecting a property’s worth. Their role is to prepare objective reports and, if required, present their findings in court.
What Does an Expert Witness Do?
A residential valuation Expert Witness may be called upon for cases involving:
- Matrimonial disputes – Providing valuations for divorce settlements.
- Leasehold and freehold disputes – Assessing property values in enfranchisement or lease extension cases.
- Professional negligence claims – Evaluating whether previous valuations met industry standards.
- Inheritance and probate matters – Establishing accurate property values for estate administration.
- Compulsory purchase and compensation – Assessing fair compensation when property is acquired by public bodies.
Expert Witnesses must adhere to strict guidelines, including Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), ensuring their reports are unbiased, evidence-based, and fit for legal proceedings.
If you require an independent, professional valuation report for a legal matter, please get in touch.