Kel
Building Consultants
Lawyers & Legal Professionals
Expert Witness Services
Independent technical reporting and expert testimony for VCAT proceedings, domestic building disputes, and complex construction litigation. Reports prepared by a dual VBA-registered building practitioner — qualified to attend hearings and defend opinions under cross-examination.
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VCAT compliant expert reports — methodology, findings, and independent opinions
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Expert witness attendance — hearing preparation and cross-examination support
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Building defect identification — scope of works and rectification costing
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Pre-litigation technical assessment — independent advice before proceedings commence
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Joint expert conference support — preparation and representation at conferences
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DBDRV reports — dispute resolution reporting and support
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Scott Schedules — itemised defect and rectification cost schedules
Technical Advisory
Independent building advisory for lawyers and their clients across property transactions, compliance matters, and construction disputes. I provide direct, personally accountable advice — giving your firm technically precise, defensible opinions on even the most complex building matters.
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Pre-transaction due diligence — building risk assessment before property transactions
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NCC and building regulation compliance advice — independent regulatory interpretation
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Technical briefings for legal teams — plain language explanation of complex building issues
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Causation reports — independent opinion on defect cause and responsibility
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Building notice and order assessment — advice on obligations and response options
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Expert opinion letters — independent technical opinions for settlement negotiations
Need Independent Technical Evidence for Your Matter?
When your client needs independent technical evidence — not a paid advocate — Kel Building Consultancy provides qualified, defensible reporting from a registered building practitioner who understands the duty an expert owes to the tribunal. Speak directly with the principal today
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