Tree/Arborist Expert Witnesses

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On this page you will find expert witnesses who may opine on trees and arborists. The professionals found through this page may advise regarding "heritage" trees of community value, abiotic disorders, arboriculture, and botany. These experts may also provide reports on certified arborists, diagnosis and treatment of tree diseases, evergreen trees, and forestry. Consultants found here may also testify concerning the impact of roots across boundaries, obstruction of views and/or light, tree care, tree pruning, the safety of nearby trees, and tree removal, among other topics.

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Mark A Webber (Mark Webber’s Arboricultural & Horticultural Consultancy, LLC  (Available Nationwide))
Mark A. Webber holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and nineteen different certifications, qualifications, accreditations, and licensures in the fields of arboriculture and horticulture. Most notably, Mr. Webber is a Register Consulting Arborist,... Learn More ›

Daniel J Maple (A.B.C. Consulting Arborists LLC)
Daniel J. Maple is an ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, ISA Municipal Specialist, ASCA Tree & Plant Appraisal Qualified (TPAQ), ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ), Qualified Tree Farm Inspector, Commercial... Learn More ›

David D Hunter (David D. Hunter, Consulting Arborist)
David D. Hunter is a Registered Consulting Arborist with ASCA, USFS Trained Tree Risk Assessor, ISA Certified Arborist and Tree risk Assessor Qualified, Professional Plant Appraiser, and Professional Forester. Providing both expert witness and consulting... Learn More ›

Gregory W Applegate (Arborgate Consulting, Inc.)
Mr. Applegate is an independent registered consulting arborist, certified arborist, certified tree risk assessor, and CEO of Arborgate Consulting, Inc. He has been in the horticulture industry since 1963, providing professional arboricultural consulting... Learn More ›

Marty Shaw (Green Season Consulting)
Do you need a top tree expert or an expert witness for your project or litigation case involving trees? Look no further. Marty Shaw, is among the top tree experts in the country. He is a Registered member of the American Society of Consulting Arborists... Learn More ›
Jason C Miller (Tree Resolutions)
Location: New Jersey
Areas of Expertise: Jason C. Miler has acquired dozens of credentials over his career including Registered Consulting Arborist, Board-Certified Master Arborist, Certified Tree Care-Safety Professional, Tree and Plant Appraisal...
Robson Forensic, Inc.
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Robson Forensic is a national leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines. We...
Bobby L. Lanford, PhD
Location: Alabama
Areas of Expertise: Bobby L. Lanford, PhD is a Forest Operations Consultant with over 35 years of experience. Dr. Lanford is currently an Adjunct Professor at both Auburn and Clemson Universities. Dr. Lanford provides litigation...
Consolidated Consultants
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Consolidated Consultants (CCc) continues to deliver high quality expert witness and medical expert witness referrals nationwide since 1995. CCc is the only referral service where you can view the full,...
ForensisGroup, Inc. (The Expert of Experts)
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: For over 30 years, ForensisGroup has provided the nation’s top law firms, businesses, insurance companies, government entities with highly qualified expert witnesses and consultants. Experts referred by...
Christopher Larson, BCMA, TRAQ (Robson Forensic, Inc.)
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Christopher Larson is a Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) with over 20 years of experience in urban forestry, arboriculture, and landscape design/maintenance. He is Tree Risk Assessment Qualified...
Michael LaMana, MS, RCA, BCMA (LaMana Consulting Foresters)
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Michael LaMana is the founder of LaMana Consulting Foresters – a professional consulting firm providing expertise in most facets of landscape management, arboriculture, urban and municipal forestry, and...
Tree/Arborist FAQs

What is a tree/arborist expert witness?

A tree/arborist expert witness is a professional with specialized knowledge in tree care, maintenance, and safety. They provide expert opinions in litigation involving forestry, botany, tree-related damage or injury.

What is the role of a tree/arborist expert witness?

An arborist/tree expert witness is called upon to give expert opinion in legal matters on the growth, health, and maintenance of trees.

How much can a person make as a tree/arborist expert witness?

Tree/arborist expert witnesses usually earn in a range from $150-$400 per hour, and sometime more, depending on whether it is for testimony or investigation.

What are the qualifications of a tree/arborist expert witness?

The qualifications necessary to be a tree/arborist expert witness in legal proceedings include knowledge of tree anatomy, arboriculture practices, and tree failure analysis, as well as strong communication and research skills.

What type of evidence is reviewed in a lawsuit by a tree/arborist expert witness?

A tree/arborist expert witness reviews evidence such as tree health, maintenance records, and site conditions to determine if negligence or improper care caused damage or injury.

In what type of cases would testimony be required from a tree/arborist expert witness?

Tree/arborist expert witnesses may be required in cases involving property damage or personal injury caused by falling trees, disputes over tree ownership or maintenance, and disputes over tree removal or pruning.