Forestry Expert Witnesses in New York

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Forestry expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including environmental conservation, forest management, arboriculture, wildfire mitigation, and timber valuation. Some of the most common specialties among forestry expert witnesses also include tree safety assessment, pest and disease management, forest economics, silviculture, and urban forestry. They can opine on the effects of deforestation, the impacts of climate change on forests, strategies for forest fire prevention, timber theft cases, and disputes over tree-related property damage.

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Forestry Experts in New York

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $375/hr
Court Fee $375/hr

This expert is currently a wood scientist and has been working in the wood industry for almost 20 years. He earned a BS in Construction Management & Wood Products Engineering from SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry and a Masters Degree in Forest Products from Oregon State University. This expert focuses primarily in investigations of problems associated with wood and wood-based products, evaluations of wood products used in construction, and management of testing laboratories.

Wood Scientist, Principle & Owner, A wood consultancy in NY

Master of Science (MS), Oregon State University

Millbrook |

New York

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FAQs for Forestry Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a forestry expert witness in legal proceedings?

A forestry expert witness provides specialized knowledge on forest management, timber valuation, wildfire investigations, and environmental conservation to assist in court cases.

In what types of cases can a forestry expert witness be beneficial?

Forestry experts are often involved in cases related to land disputes, environmental impact assessments, wildfire litigation, timber theft, and personal injury incidents in forested areas.

Can a forestry expert witness provide testimony on subspecialties like urban forestry or agroforestry?

Yes, many forestry experts have experience in subspecialties such as urban forestry, agroforestry, silviculture, and forest ecology which can be crucial for specific case requirements.

How can a forestry expert witness help in wildfire-related lawsuits?

A forestry expert can analyze fire behavior, determine cause and origin of wildfires, assess damage to property and environment, and evaluate adherence to fire safety regulations.

Why is it important to hire a forestry expert witness with experience in timber valuation?

An experienced forestry expert can accurately estimate the value of timber resources which is essential in cases involving timber theft or damage, land disputes, or insurance claims.

How does Expert Institute select its Forestry expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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