A real estate expert can be asked to testify in an Orlando Divorce matter for several reasons. A witness is considered an expert if he or she is one who has knowledge about a topic that the average person would not possess.
When the parties in an Orange County Dissolution of Marriage or Divorce are unwilling to agree on the value of their marital home, an expert may be called to testify as to the current market value of the home. The value of the home, whether positive or negative, can be a major factor in the Equitable Distribution of the their assets and liabilities. The same can be done if the parties own property or homes other than the one in which they lived together during their marriage.
There are times when one party wishes to relocate with the children. If they have stated an inability to afford a home in the current location as one reason for the relocation, a real estate expert can testify as to the affordability and availability of appropriate homes.
Experts are not frequently used in Family Law matters. However, be sure to discuss with your experienced Orlando Divorce Lawyer any issues you feel may call for expert testimony. If you are in need of a Family Attorney, please contact Family Law of Orlando to schedule an initial consultation with Attorney Wade P. Luther. We can be reached by email or by calling (407) 835-9900.