Conflict Avoidance, Management & Dispute Resolution Procedures 3

Question 1

What is the role of a surveyor-advocate in dispute resolution?

Answer 1

A surveyor-advocate can represent a client in front of certain tribunals, adhere to professional standards, advance their case by fair means, and provide a valuation without offering an opinion.

Example: A surveyor can represent a client in rent review disputes in front of an arbitrator.

Question 2

What guidance publications are relevant to surveyors in dispute resolution?

Answer 2

Practice Statement & Guidance Note for Surveyors acting as expert witnesses, Professional Statement & Guidance Note for Surveyors acting as advocates, Professional Standard for Surveyors acting as arbitrators, Guidance Note for Surveyors acting as independent experts, Guidance Note for Surveyors and lawyers involved in tenancy renewals, Professional Standard for conflicts of interest.

Example: RICS produces guidance publications relevant to dispute resolution.