Expert Witness
Our Expert Witness services are led by Scott Leadbetter BSc (Hons) FRICS MCABE MCIArb, Managing Director of James Scott Associates. Scott is a Registered RICS Expert Witness and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, with extensive experience providing independent expert evidence in building-related disputes.
His dual background in building surveying and dispute resolution ensures expert opinion that is technically rigorous, procedurally compliant and clearly presented, with a strong understanding of the expectations of the court, legal advisers and opposing experts.
Expert Witness Services
Our Expert Witness services provide independent, objective and technically robust evidence in building-related disputes. We act in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR Part 35), with our overriding duty at all times to the court or tribunal.
James Scott Associates are regularly instructed by solicitors, insurers, property owners and other professionals to provide expert opinion on a wide range of construction and surveying matters. Our reports are clear, well-reasoned and focused on the key technical and factual issues, helping disputes progress efficiently and with confidence.
Areas of Instruction
We provide Expert Witness services in relation to:
- Building defects and workmanship disputes
- Professional negligence claims, including claims involving surveyors, architects, contractors and consultants
- Contractual and specification disputes
- Building regulation and compliance failures
- Property condition and disrepair claims
- Dilapidations and landlord and tenant disputes
Each instruction is approached with careful analysis, balanced judgment and a clear understanding of legal and procedural requirements.
