As far as detailed documentation is concerned, what should appraisers focus on to minimize the need to appear in court?

At the 2025 Val Expo appraisal conference in Las Vegas, attorneys Craig Capilla, of Franklin, Greenswag, Channon and Capilla, LLC and BBG's Peter Christensen addressed the attendees with advice for appraisers looking to stay out of court, or how to defend themselves should they need to appear on the witness stand.

Valuation Review caught up with Capilla after the conference. Read on to find out what we learned.