March 18, 2020
Our impressive global team continues to grow. We are pleased to welcome construction delay expert Oliver Barnes as the newest Managing Director in our London office. Oliver stands apart for his deep expertise in forensic delay analysis and the preparation of expert reports on scheduling matters across a wide range of sectors. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building, a Member of the Academy of Experts and an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. Oliver exemplifies what “Experience Above All” means for our clients and people. Welcome to the Secretariat team, Oliver!
Secretariat Secures No. 1 Spot on Lexology Index’s Arbitration 2025 Report
We are proud to announce that Secretariat has earned the position of No. 1, top-ranked Consulting Expert Firm in the Lexology Index Arbitration 2025 report. The report features firms and experts who have distinguished themselves as industry leaders based on their independence, sharp testifying skills, clear communications, and meticulous analytical insights.
Eric Poer, CPA, a globally recognized securities, accounting, valuation, and regulatory enforcement expert, was retained by Orrick, Herrington, and Sutcliffe LLP to provide expert and summary witness testimony in defense of Apple Inc., CEO Timothy Cook, and CFO Luca Maestri in a high-stakes securities class action dispute.
Neil Gaudion provided an expert report and testimony on behalf of Five Star Resort Owner, LLC, in construction dispute litigation surrounding a $2 billion Ritz-Carlton Hotel development. The jury awarded $2 million, plus interest, an amount determined from Mr. Gaudion’s testimony.