When Valuations Are Disputed, Expertise Matters.
Fine Art & Personal Property Litigation Support and Expert Witness Services
Capital Art Group provides independent appraisal reviews, consulting expert services, and expert witness support to attorneys handling fine art and personal property valuation disputes.
From evaluating opposing appraisal reports to assessing valuation methodology and supporting evidence, we help counsel identify potential weaknesses, understand complex valuation issues, and prepare for litigation with greater confidence.
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Independent Appraisal Reviews
Evaluation of existing appraisal reports to assess the quality of the work, including valuation methodology, supporting market evidence, credibility of conclusions, and compliance with applicable USPAP requirements. Reviews may be performed with or without an independent opinion of value.
Consulting Expert Services
Assistance to attorneys in understanding complex valuation issues, evaluating opposing expert reports, identifying potential weaknesses in appraisal evidence, and preparing for depositions or trial.
Expert Witness Services
Independent, well-supported opinions concerning fine art and personal property valuations, including expert reports, deposition testimony, and courtroom testimony, as appropriate to the engagement.
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When an appraisal is central to a legal dispute, its credibility deserves careful examination.
Capital Art Group provides independent, USPAP-compliant appraisal reviews to evaluate the quality of appraisal work, including valuation methodology, supporting market evidence, and adherence to applicable professional standards.
Reviews may be performed with or without an independent opinion of value, depending on the assignment.
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Capital Art Group provides independent appraisal review and valuation expertise to attorneys handling disputes involving fine art, collectibles, and other personal property. Our services support a wide range of legal matters, including:
Divorce & Equitable Distribution
Independent valuations and appraisal reviews involving artwork, jewelry, collectibles, and other personal property in contested marital asset distributions.
Trust & Estate Litigation
Valuation analysis and appraisal reviews for disputes involving estate assets, contested valuations, and trust and estate administration.
Insurance Claims & Disputes
Independent valuation opinions and appraisal reviews involving damaged, lost, or stolen property, disputed claims, and questions concerning replacement costs or pre-loss values.
Commercial & Business Litigation
Valuation expertise in disputes involving fine art, collections, business-owned artwork, and other valuable personal property.
Challenges to Expert Appraisal Reports
Independent evaluation of opposing appraisal reports, including valuation methodology, market evidence, assumptions, conclusions, and compliance with applicable professional standards.
Our services are tailored to the specific circumstances of each matter, providing attorneys with objective analysis and well-supported valuation expertise.
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Capital Art Group combines extensive fine art and personal property valuation experience with specialized expertise in appraisal review.
Founder Maria Tarrence is an Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) and holds the specialized Appraisal Review & Management (ARM) designation from the American Society of Appraisers. She is also an Accredited Member of the International Society of Appraisers and the Appraisers Association of America.
Her specialized qualifications, commitment to professional standards, and independent approach provide attorneys with objective, well-supported analysis in matters involving contested valuations and appraisal evidence.
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Litigation support services are billed on an hourly basis. Please contact us for our current schedule of fees.
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Capital Art Group maintains professional liability insurance for your confidence and peace of mind.