RICS: Issues Faced by Expert Witnesses and the Courts with Martin Burns & Jonathan Fothergill #41

Whilst chartered surveyors may have exceptional and varied skills in built environment matters, those who act as expert witnesses need to complement their knowledge by adding another “string to their bow”.

Surveyors who take on instructions to act as expert witnesses in a tribunal must exhibit several key qualities, and prepare carefully for the case, as they aren’t immune from being sued if found to be negligent.

In this week’s RICS Podcast, Martin Burns speaks to Jonathan Fothergill, who has recently completed the professional Expert Witness Certificate, and they discuss the essential preparation that expert witnesses should undertake to best serve the tribunal.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

• What distinguishes an expert witness from a regular witness
• Who can be an expert witness, and the qualities they need to possess
• Pitfalls to avoid if stepping up as an expert witness
• What’s expected of the role, and how to prepare