Independent expertise that holds up
Disputes over a coin collection arise in probate battles, divorces, partnership dissolutions, fraud claims and insurance litigation. What the court needs is an expert whose conclusions rest on scholarship rather than self-interest — and whose compensation never depends on the outcome.
Joel J. Forman serves as an expert witness in court, and his practice is built for exactly this scrutiny:
- Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) — tested in ethics, principles of valuation, USPAP and numismatics.
- Listed with TASA — Technical Advisory Service For Attorneys, plus membership in the Beverly Hills Bar Association's professional community.
- Written reports — comprehensive appraisals that can be sent to lawyers, courts and other third parties.
- On-site examinations — the collection is examined where it is kept, preserving chain of possession.
- Scholarly grounding — published numismatic author and numismatic advisor to the Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance.
Engagement model
Scope, role and fee are fixed in a written contract before work begins — compensation is never contingent on the value assigned or the result of the case. Reports can be delivered to counsel, opposing experts or the court as required.
Attorneys: call to discuss the matter and the required scope. Contact Joel J. Forman.