If you’re headed to court due to a divorce, an eminent domain dispute, or to settle an estate, it’s crucial to be prepared. Hiring an experienced attorney to protect your interests is an essential first step, because you don’t want to find yourself “outlawyered” when there’s so much at stake. Ferstl Valuation Services has proudly offered trusted real estate appraisals in Little Rock since 1967, and J.T. Ferstl, MAI, is an Arkansas-licensed attorney who is also certified in Louisiana, Tennessee, and Oklahoma. We have helped our clients navigate a wide range of property disputes and eminent domain cases, and we’re always a phone call away when you’d like to learn more about your options.
The Fifth Amendment guarantees your right to receive just compensation if your property is condemned for an eminent domain project. You have rights, and you can fight city hall if they’re being violated. You might not be able to stop the project, but you can definitely protect your interests if you disagree with the government’s valuation. We make it easy for you to schedule an independent appraisal to establish the property’s actual fair market value, and we’re always happy to back up our appraisal reports with expert witness and rebuttal testimony. And if you’ll be taking the stand, we can also ensure that you’re fully prepared for cross-examination.
Expert witnesses are individuals with specific technical knowledge, and they prepare detailed reports that both the plaintiff’s and defendant’s attorneys will see during discovery. Expert witnesses also frequently testify in other types of cases, including contract disputes, divorce proceedings, and property tax settlements. Attorneys on both sides will question the expert witness in court, and the witness can speak only to their area of expertise as instructed. An expert witness cannot act as your advocate or negotiator in your case, but you can and should hire someone for that role.
We value our partnerships with our clients and understand how to present our findings in terms that juries can easily comprehend. When you’re looking for a team of experts that can give you the highest level of support possible, you can always count on our team at Ferstl Valuation Services! If you have any questions about expert witness testimony or Little Rock real estate appraisal services, contact us online or at 501-375-1439.
