Property Management Expert Witnesses

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Property management expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including landlord tenant disputes, premises liability, and commercial real estate operations. Some of the most common specialties include lease administration, maintenance standards, fair housing compliance, and risk management. They can opine on the effects of negligent management, code violations, security failures, and financial mismanagement.

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  1. Real Estate & Property Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $175/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $275/hr

    This expert has 25+ years of experience in property management specifically in Chicago, IL. Currently, he is the director of building services at a private property management practice where he maintains 300 + residential condominiums, including Gold Coast high rise and small to large multi-family properties. He manages a building inspection team which checks each property for municipal code compliance and comprehensive safety. Formerly, he was the Onsite Manager for Schneider Residential Properties where he managed 75+ units throughout Chicago as well as the owner of a residential and commercial property services practice that provided building inspection services, and advance carpentry, plumbing, and design. This expert earned his BA at the University of Kansas.

    Director of Building Services, Connected Property Management

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of Kansas

    Chicago,

    Illinois

  2. Real Estate Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $550/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $550/hr
    Court Fee
    $550/hr

    This expert has over 30 years of experience in residential property management with a portfolio including multi-family apartments, condominium units, and single-family homes. After receiving his BA in business administration from National University this expert went on to become a certified property manager and certified community association manager. He is also a licensed real estate broker in California and Illinois. He previously worked as the co-owner and president of Coastside Property Management, Inc. He has been an active participant at the local and national level in the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) where he previously served as the San Diego chapter president. He regularly instructs several national courses and seminars for the IREM, including courses specializing in successful site management, real estate management ethics and introductions to managing residential properties and community associations. Throughout his career, this expert has provided training in property management to over 500 residential managers. He is currently the senior vice president of property and asset management for a multi-state, full-service property management company.

    Executive Vice President, A property management company in CA

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), National University

    Petaluma,

    California

  3. Residential Property Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $160/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $190/hr
    Court Fee
    $210/hr

    This expert has several years of property management experience, which includes 4 years of apartment management. For over 11 years he has also performed property safety inspections for major insurance companies. As a professional property manager, he holds the Master Property Manager designation from the National Association of Residential Property Managers. He conducted workshops for their property managers both locally and nationally, and is the author of several Property management classes approved in Texas for continuing education, and the Texas Real Estate Commission has certified the expert as an instructor of property management classes. In addition to authored classes, he has had over 25 property management articles published.

    Owner/Broker/CEO, A Real Estate Brokerage & Property Management Company in TX

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), San Jose State University

    Austin,

    Texas

  4. Property Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $190/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $250/hr
    Court Fee
    $250/hr

    This expert is a certified and highly credentialed property manager. Since earning his bachelors degree in Business Management and Real Estate Studies, this expert has spent over 25 years in the property management field. He is the owner and operator of a full service real estate property management firm that specializes in the management of private residential, commercial, and industrial property throughout the Northeast US. Additionally, he has previous federal property management experience working with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the United States Department of Justice (USDOJ), and the United States Marshals Service (USMS). He routinely handles emergency maintenance, finances, summary process, and small claims action for numerous properties.

    Owner and Operator, A property management firm in MA

    Bachelor of Science (BS), Marylhurst University

    Lakeville,

    Massachusetts

  5. HOA Property Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $300/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $300/hr
    Court Fee
    $300/hr

    This expert has about 10 years experience in property management. He has vast experience as a property portfolio manager where he was responsible for asset management, building code compliance, and real estate/insurance appraisal. He is currently the Director of Community Association Management for the Pacific Northwest at a California based property management company.

    Director of Community Association Management, A national property management company

    Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of British Columbia

    Seattle,

    Washington

  6. Security & Law Enforcement Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $250/hr

    This expert has a 22 year career with the Houston Police Department demonstrating a vast range of skills and expertise in public safety, threat/crisis management, criminal investigation, and hostage negotiation. He has expertise as an interviewer/interrogator with more than 20 years experience conducting thousands of interviews or interrogations. He contributed to the development of a highly competent and principled investigative team with the Houston Police Department through various supervisory and training roles.He executed security for 7-day Super Bowl event with over 100,000 guests and 50 bands, including personal protection of high profile guests and dignitaries. He is currently an independent security consultant providing services nationwide regarding security policies and procedures for industries including property and apartment management, hospitality, entertainment, and sports.

    President and Founder, A private security firm in TX

    Master of Science (MS), Sam Houston State University

    Georgetown,

    Texas

  7. Insurance Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $250/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $300/hr
    Court Fee
    $400/hr

    This expert has over 30 years experience as an insurance claim adjuster specializing in helping clients manage residential and commercial insurance claims after natural disasters or fires damage their property. He is a graduate of University of Central Oklahoma and a Certified Property Manager (CPM) with the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). He is licensed in 11 states. He is currently the Regional Director at a public insurance adjusting company where he oversees Commercial Insurance Claims, Business Owner Insurance Claims, Risk Management, Recovery from Natural Disaster and Property loss, Commercial Property Re-positioning, and Homeowner Insurance Claim.

    Regional Manager, A public insurance adjusting company

    Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Central Oklahoma

    Edmond,

    Oklahoma

  8. Hotel & Resort Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $300/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $300/hr
    Court Fee
    $300/hr

    This highly qualified expert has experience managing properties including resorts, hotels, and condos. His experience includes all operational aspects of reorganizing, quality control, risk management, and project management. He is particularly experienced in hospitality safety, and has dealt with issues ranging from slip and falls to hurricanes. He is a member of associations such as SKAL International and ARDA and is currently a board member of the Cocoa Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau. He has worked as a general manager for properties such as Crowne Plaza, Marco Island Hilton Beach Resort, and Wyndham Ocean Ridge. This expert is currently a general manager and director of operations at a resort company in Florida.

    General Manager, A Resort Company in FL

    Associate of Science (AS), Edison Community College

    Cape Canaveral,

    Florida

  9. Commercial Property Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $450/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $450/hr

    This highly qualified expert has extensive experience in commercial real estate, specializing in malls, shopping centers and retail plazas. He earned both his BA and MBA from the University of Chicago and has given lectures at a few universities across the United States. He has previously held many senior level positions including VP of development, real estate, and construction for companies like Macy's, Cole National Corporation, The Taubman Company and the Montgomery Ward & Company. He is currently the principal for a private advisory and consulting real estate practice in Illinois.

    Principal, A private advisory and consulting practice in IL

    Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Chicago

    Chicago,

    Illinois

  10. Commercial Real Estate Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $450/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $450/hr
    Court Fee
    $450/hr

    This qualified expert has over 35 years of experience in real estate. He earned his BA in film and broadcasting from Stanford University. He began his career in real estate with Coldwell Banker Commercial as a real estate portfolio manner. He has been licensed as a real estate broker in California for 36 years, and is a certified property manager and commercial investment member. He is also a LEED-accredited professional. This expert has extensive experience in property management, as he has been the director of property management for La Caze Development Company and the owner of Weiner Property Management. This expert is a distinguished professional in the field, having received Certified Property Manager of the Year from the Institute of Real Estate Management in California. Currently, he works as the executive vice president for a tenant representation brokerage firm in California.

    Executive Vice President, A Tenant Representation Brokerage Firm in CA

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), Stanford University

    Temecula,

    California

  11. Property Management Expert Witness

    This qualified expert has over 40 years of experience in the field of property management. He earned his BA in history from Stanford University. He holds numerous certifications, which include OSHA construction site safety, property management, commercial investment, and forensic litigation consulting. He is a member of several real estate associations, including the Institute of Real Estate Management and the National Association of Residential Property Managers. This expert began his career in property management as a licensee, investor, and property manager before becoming a real estate broker in the state of California. He also served as a partner for First Affiliated Finance Corporation, as well as the founder and general manager for CRE Property Management. Currently, he serves as a senior associate at an expert witness and consulting firm in California.

    Senior Associate, An expert witness and consulting firm in CA

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), Stanford University

    California

  12. Real Estate & Property Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $175/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $250/hr
    Court Fee
    $250/hr

    This highly qualified expert has extensive experience in the field of real estate and property management. He earned his BA in political science from UCLA before beginning his career in real estate. He is a certified property manager and commercial investment member and holds his real estate sales license in California. He is active in his field as a member of several organizations, including the National Investment Center for Senior Housing, the Rental Housing Association, and the National Association of Realtors. He has formerly served as the vice president and director of marketing for VandenBerghe Properties, regional property manager of Porta Management Group, vice president of residential services for Ray Stone Incorporated, and regional vice president for Sunrise Management. Currently, this expert provides real estate services and consulting for a private consulting practice in Tennessee.

    Consultant, An Independent Real Estate Firm in NV

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of California, Los Angeles

    Sparks,

    Tennessee

  13. Property Management Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $350/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $400/hr
    Court Fee
    $450/hr

    This highly qualified residential property management expert has over 30 years of experience in his field. He earned his BA in business and real estate from the University of Tennessee and is a certified property manager. He is active in his field as a member of several professional societies including the Texas Housing Association, the Austin/Houston Apartment Association, and the Institute of Real Estate Management. This expert formerly served as the senior regional manager of the Texas Region for CMH, Inc., as the regional vice president of Sun Communities, and as the area manager of the Texas Division for Champion Industries. This expert is currently the regional director of a national real estate and property management group for properties in downtown urban areas in Dallas, Houston, and Austin, Texas.

    Vice President, A property management firm in TX

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of Tennessee

    Keller,

    Texas

What Can a Property Management Expert Witness Opine On?

FAQs for Property Management Expert Witnesses

What is a property management expert witness?

A property management expert witness is a seasoned real estate professional who explains industry standards and landlord‑tenant practices in court. They assist by reviewing property records, evaluating management procedures, and testifying to clarify complex property management issues.

What types of cases may benefit from the insights of a property management expert witness?

A property management expert witness supports landlord‑tenant disputes, premises liability, habitability claims, fair housing violations, negligence, lease disputes, and HOA/condo litigation.

How can a property management expert witness support damages calculations?

A property management expert witness supports damages calculations by analyzing leases, expenses, market rents, and operations to quantify lost income and repair or compliance costs.

How can a property management expert witness strengthen lease-dispute testimony?

A property management expert witness strengthens lease-dispute testimony by explaining industry standards, clarifying lease terms, and providing objective analysis of management practices.

What qualifications should a property management expert witness possess for complex litigation?

A property management expert witness should have extensive industry experience, relevant licenses, formal real estate education, and prior expert testimony in complex property management litigation.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting property management expert witnesses?

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