expert witnesses services

Given the inherent complexities of planning schemes today, responsible authority decisions on development proposals and planning scheme amendments can be determined by independent tribunals and panels. These decision making and advisory processes often involve legal representation and expert evidence being heard at the appropriate hearing.

Hansen’s team of senior personnel appear regularly before Application for Review Tribunals/Courts and Planning Panels in the role of expert witnesses. Our team has unparalleled experience and expertise across the disciplines of urban planning, urban design and landscape architecture. We act as expert witnesses for public and private sector parties, as well as third parties and, in every circumstance, seek to provide well considered and balanced professional advice.

Our experts draw on their knowledge of relevant planning instruments, expertise in their respective fields with a sound appreciation of the strategic and policy frameworks, and many years of proven professional experience. Along with an ability to synthesise relevant information and present compelling, well-constructed arguments utilising their excellent oral and written communication skills the expert witness team at hansen is highly respected for its honesty, integrity and competency.