Why attending ASA’s MD114 How to Excel at Your Expert Witness Deposition December 6, 2023 course is a must for appraisers from all disciplines.
By: Jack Young, ASA, ARM
In the course of their careers, all appraisers will likely find themselves in situations where they need to defend their valuation conclusions. These situations can range from inquiries by clients or advisors to formal disputes with insurance companies or lending institutions. To successfully navigate these challenges and mitigate risks, advanced training and continuous professional development are vital. Here, we outline ten compelling reasons why every appraiser should consider training in deposition techniques:
Incorporating these ten reasons into your practice can help you excel as an appraiser when it comes to giving depositions. ASA and SEAK, leaders in the valuation and expert witness training fields, recognize the importance of deposition training and have come together to offer a unique virtual training session: "MD114 - How To Excel at Your Expert Witness Deposition," to be held online on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM ET.
The topics covered in the training session include:
The training will be provided by Senior SEAK Trainer and Consultant, Nadine Donovan, Esq. Registration for this invaluable event is available online at https://bit.ly/47igr0v or by calling (800) 272-8258.
Looking for additional advanced training options? Consider ASA’s AR202 – Litigation Services virtual course, January 23-February 9, 2024.
Jack Young, ASA, ARM, CPA, is a machinery and equipment appraiser with NorCal Valuation, Inc. He holds the designation of Accredited Senior Appraiser in Machinery and Technical Specialties and has an Appraisal Review and Management (ARM) designation in the MTS specialty. Jack is an active member of ASA, with a distinguished track record including roles as the Current ARM Discipline Governor and Past Chair of the ARM Discipline Committee and past editor of the ARM E-Journal. He was also recognized as ASA's 2021-2022 Appraiser of the Year. In addition to his work with family law and litigation attorneys, Jack has served as a court-appointed expert in CA Section 2000 cases and has often acted as a jointly retained expert in family law cases.