Expert Witness & Dispute Services
In today's complex business environment, disputes can arise in many contexts. These often require an independent assessment of financial loss, market-based intellectual property royalties, or business asset values. Accurate, objective expert evidence is essential in these situations, particularly when presented to courts or other dispute forums.
Areas of Expertise
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We quantify financial losses arising from breach of contract, business interruption, misconduct, or other disputes. Using accepted methodologies, we prepare robust and clearly explained calculations suitable for negotiation or court.
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We assist in disputes arising after business acquisitions, including assessing the fair value of acquired assets, intellectual property, and goodwill. Our analyses help identify key value drivers and can support negotiations, claims, or be relied in court.
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We provide independent valuations of shareholdings and businesses to assist in resolving disputes between shareholders. Our work supports equitable outcomes in contentious or negotiated scenarios.
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We value patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, helping to facilitate fair compensation and resolution of intellectual property disputes.
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We support clients in navigating regulatory disputes by undertaking thorough valuations and financial analyses. Our work ensures compliance with relevant regulations, and provides evidence-based conclusions to support our clients’ positions.
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In insurance disputes, we provide expert assessments of financial loss or damage. Whether acting for the insurer or the insured, we deliver independent and objective analysis to support claims resolution or legal proceedings.
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We support class actions by quantifying aggregate damages, valuing affected assets or interests, and providing expert witness services to help courts assess financial impact.
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We assist in family law matters by valuing business interests and other assets, helping parties reach informed agreements in divorce and separation proceedings.
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When land or business assets are acquired by government or authorised bodies, we assist clients in assessing and substantiating the market value of compensation due under relevant legislation.
What sets us apart?
Hewlett + Murray specialises in providing independent and credible support to clients involved in a wide range of disputes. Our expertise in valuations and financial loss quantification spans diverse industries and dispute types, including regulatory investigations, shareholder matters and post-acquisition issues.
We deliver clear, defensible analyses tailored to the specific issues in dispute. Our work is grounded in commercial reality, supported by robust methodologies and communicated in a way that is accessible to legal teams, courts and tribunals.
Our commitment to independence, objectivity and professionalism means clients can rely on us in even the most complex or contentious situations.