Sanford Kaminsky, AIA, NCARB Expert Witness

Construction Defects Expert Witness

Contact this Expert Witness

  • Company: m2e Consulting Engineers
  • Phone: 305-665-1700
  • Website: www.m2e.com

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

General Specialties:

Architecture and Construction Defects

Keywords/Search Terms:

Standard of Care, Failure Analysis, Construction Documents, Defect, Change Order, Building, Design, Condominium, Hospitality, Casino, gaming, Code Compliance, Contract Document, Field Management, Contract Administration, Commercial, Highrise, Retail, Hotel, Condo-Hotel

Education:

Bachelor in Architecture, University of Waterloo

Years in Practice:

32

Number of Times Deposed/Testified in Last 4 Yrs:

12

Additional Information

With over four decades of experience in architecture, construction, and litigation support, I am a Nationally Board-Certified Architect and a proud American Institute of Architects (AIA) member. My portfolio encompasses multi-billion-dollar projects worldwide—including retail, office, hotel, institutional, aerospace, and mixed-use developments—covering every facet of architectural practice, from design and construction to defect mitigation and resolution of class-action claims. My expertise extends to Luxury Condominium litigation and Casino Gaming Hospitality, where I have provided specialized insights into the unique challenges associated with high-profile, complex developments. These include addressing construction defects, water intrusion, and operational compliance for large-scale residential and hospitality environments. As an expert witness, I have supported plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes construction defect litigation. My services include field investigations, water intrusion and failure analyses, development of repair methodologies, specialty construction reviews, and de-watering techniques. I have been deposed on matters related to professional standard of care, AHCA regulations for Class III operating rooms, and wrongful death cases involving my OSHA certification. I am licensed in Florida and Nevada, formerly licensed in Ontario, Canada, and maintain active membership in: AIA – American Institute of Architects NCARB – National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (Ret) My commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards and delivering comprehensive, expert testimony has made me a trusted resource for attorneys seeking authoritative insights into complex construction defects and standard-of-care disputes.