Objective Valuations for Legal Proceedings and Expert Witness Testimony
Commercial Real Estate Appraisals for Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Defensible Appraisals for Legal and Court Use
Litigation and dispute scenarios demand appraisals that are accurate, unbiased, and legally sound. At SM RE Inc., we specialize in delivering USPAP-compliant reports that withstand legal scrutiny and are ready for deposition or courtroom use.
Legal Professionals We Support
We partner with:
Common Litigation Scenarios We Serve
– 01
Divorce and partnership dissolution
Commercial real estate appraisals for divorce and partnership dissolution, delivering accurate, impartial valuations to support equitable settlements and legal proceedings.
– 02
Probate or inheritance disputes
Expert commercial real estate appraisals for probate and inheritance disputes, helping attorneys and heirs resolve asset valuation issues with accurate, court-ready reports.
– 03
Breach of contract or misrepresentation claims
Defensible commercial real estate appraisals for breach of contract or misrepresentation claims, supporting litigation with objective market valuations and expert testimony when needed.
– 04
Eminent domain/condemnation proceedings
Specialized commercial real estate appraisals for eminent domain and condemnation proceedings, ensuring just compensation through accurate, defensible property valuations.
– 05
Partition actions or forced sales
Impartial commercial real estate appraisals for partition actions and forced sales, supporting fair division of jointly owned properties through accurate market valuations.
– 06
Bankruptcy and foreclosure proceedings
Objective commercial real estate appraisals for bankruptcy and foreclosure proceedings, providing accurate valuations to assist trustees, lenders, and legal professionals in asset recovery and reorganization.
Expert witness testimony
Our principal has extensive experience as an expert witness in deposition, arbitration, and trial. We provide:
- Clear, well-documented valuation logic
- Professional demeanor under cross-examination
- Testimony aligned with court standards and case law
property types we cover
Where we work
Our coverage includes all of Southern California, with a focus on:
What you can expect
📋 Fully-supported appraisal reports
⚖️ Objective, defensible methodologies
🕒 Expedited turnaround when timelines are tight
📍 Local market expertise throughout Southern California
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