Trusts & Estates Expert Witnesses

Banking, Securities & Investments - Trust & Estates, Corporate Trustees, Individual Trustees, Trust Beneficiaries, Estate Executors/Personal Representatives, Estate Beneficiaries, Trustee Duty of Loyalty, Trustee Duty of Impartiality, Trustee Duty to Account Trustee Fee Litigation, Prudent Investor Rule, Trustee Duty of Prudence

Charles W Ranson provides litigation consulting services and expert witness testimony for plaintiff and defense counsel in trust and estate litigation cases alleging breach of fiduciary duty. Counsel that engages my services typically represents corporate and individual trustees, trust beneficiaries, estate personal representatives/executors, estate beneficiaries, registered investment advisors, ultra-high net worth investors, and family offices. In assisting plaintiff or defense counsel in trust and estate litigation claims of breach of fiduciary duty my liability analysis is conducted in light of state probate statutes, terms of the trust instrument, and the prevailing customs and practices in corporate fiduciary services. Each case is analyzed in light of the facts and circumstances alleged/defended in the matter and the corresponding fiduciary standard of care applied to the case allegations, facts, and circumstances. www.charleswranson.com to view a video clip of Ranson.

San Diego, California

Appraisal & Valuation, Real Estate Appraiser - Automobile Dealerships, Real Estate Valuation, Trusts & Estates, Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, Utilities Appraisal, Construction Damages, Retail Real Estate, Eminent Domain, Shopping Center/Mall Real Estate

Principal of Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc., a real estate valuation firm specializing in real estate appraisals and appraisal reviews for litigation support. Extensive valuation and consulting experience related to the appraisal of commercial and residential real estate throughout the United States, as well as expertise in forensic appraisal review. The focus of my work involves litigation and disputed real estate matters, including eminent domain, assessment appeal, construction defect, and lease renewals (including ground leases), among others. My assignments also involve complex issues related to property rights, including the valuation of the fee simple, leased fee, and leasehold interests; easement interests; partial interests; and partial acquisitions. Clients include government agencies, law firms, corporations, and private clients. As an active member of the valuation community, I've served on various committees and boards related to the appraisal profession, incl...