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Our Court-Ready

Expert Process

From your first consultation through expert testimony, NLC follows a proven, methodical process designed to support attorneys, clarify boundaries, and strengthen cases.

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Step 1: Start with a Free

30-Minute Consultation

Schedule a free 30-minute consultation call with our Expert Services team. During the call, we’ll discuss your dispute, the current status of the lawsuit, and any important deadlines you and your attorney are under.

This call allows us to determine whether we can offer assistance and what the appropriate next step may be.

🟢 May proceed to Initial Review

🟡 May proceed directly to Full Expert Services

🔴 May determine NLC is not the right fit

Step 2: A Deeper Initial Review (When Necessary)

In some cases, an Initial Review is required to determine whether full expert witness services would be of value.

This phase allows NLC to fully evaluate the matter before proceeding.

Review of all case documents provided

Review of current filings and case summary

Independent research by NLC

Final review meeting with you and your attorney

Following the Initial Review, NLC will either recommend proceeding with full expert witness services or advise that such services would not be beneficial.

Step 3: Comprehensive Boundary Survey & Expert Services

If it is mutually agreed to proceed, NLC begins the boundary survey process in collaboration with you and your attorney.

STAGE I — Principles Phase

NLC conducts extensive document and literature review to determine how the subject property should be surveyed.

Deeds, plats, conveyances

Public real property records

Pleadings and filings (if litigation is pending)

Full title reports

Working sketch prepared by experienced drafter

This phase can take up to 30 days and may involve the review of thousands of pages of records.

Step 4: On-Site Boundary Survey (Practice Phase)

NLC conducts an on-the-ground boundary survey of all applicable parcels using advanced surveying technology.

Equipment prepared, calibrated, and transported

Field crew confirmed

Travel and site logistics coordinated

Step 5: Data Analysis, Survey Map & Expert Report

All data collected in the field is analyzed and combined with records research to prepare the official Survey Map and Expert Report.

History of ownership

Description of dispute

Detailed factual analysis

NLC’s expert opinion

All deliverables are reviewed with the attorney-client prior to signing and notarization.

Step 6: Expert Testimony & Case Resolution

NLC’s Expert Survey Consultant works with your attorney in preparation for deposition, hearing, or trial. NLC also assists with preparation related to opposing experts.