An Expert Witness is required when it is necessary to have opinion evidence to assist in the resolution of a dispute.
The opinion may lead to the early resolution of the dispute. An Expert Witness may be involved in court proceedings and may be called to give evidence. With over 40 years experience in the construction industry Martin Richardson is a highly qualified and experienced consultant ideally placed to provide advice, undertake forensic /analytical work, prepare reports and provide impartial expert witness evidence.
Martin’s fields of expertise
With over 40 years diverse experience in the Construction industry there are few situations Martin at MPR Consultants hasn’t been involved in.
Survey & Reports on defective work carried out by Builders
Survey & Reports on alleged defective work as reason for non-payment to the Builder
Dilapidation Reports for potential purchasing or property or property already in your ownership
Extra-Over Home Reports Survey
Construction Defects
Supporting Technical Reports for Planning Applications
Forensic / analytical work
Martin can provide this service for home owners, building owners, prospective property purchasers, conveyancing solicitors, architects, main contractors and other professionals in Fife, Angus, Edinburgh.
Martin is a member of The Chartered Institute of Building, the world’s largest and most influential professional body for construction management and leadership. He is also a founder member of the East of Scotland Traditional Building Forum and was invited to become a member of The Cross Party Group for Construction at Scottish Parliament.
flexible. experienced. innovative.
Martin qualified from Heriot Watt University in 1977 with an Honours Degree in Building. Martin is also a member of The Charted Institute of Building (MCIOB) with over 40 years experience in the Construction Industry.
With a wealth of planning experience, Martin successfully breathed respectful new life into old disused buildings for his clients to enjoy. He draws on his vast construction experience as a Professional Consultant and Expert Witness and is a founding member and active speaker for The Glass and Glazing Federation development working group with Historic Scotland.
