Foster Garvey attorneys Devra Cohen, Bob Sterbank, Kinnon Williams, and Adrian Winder will be presenting at the upcoming 18th Annual Fall Real Estate Conference hosted by the Appraisal Institute - Seattle Chapter.
Presentation One:
October 25, 2024, 1:45 – 3:15 p.m.
Legal Session: Understanding the Problem Property – Considering Land Use
Session Summary:
There are few perfect properties that have permitting clear requirements and no environmental issues. This session will explore various issues that appraisers may encounter when valuing properties in an eminent domain case.
Learning Objectives:
To increase awareness of land use, permitting, and environmental conditions that affect property values and how to address those in eminent domain settings.
Presenters: Devra Cohen, Bob Sterbank, Kinnon Williams.
Presentation Two:
October 25, 2024, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Legal Session: Qualifying as Expert Witness: What to Know
Session Summary:
Qualifying as an expert witness is more than just a few letters after your name. Knowing what is in your wheelhouse and where to draw the line is just as important as being a good presenter. In this presentation, participants will find out what information they can rely upon in rendering opinions and when they should seek out other experts to rely upon. Participants will also learn how qualify as an expert and what they need to do to prepare to withstand a challenge to their credentials as an expert.
Learning Objectives:
Familiarization of expert qualifications and legal standards.
Presenters: Kinnon Williams, Adrian Winder
Visit the Appraisal Institute’s website for more information about the conference and to register.
