Expert Evidence
More stringent statutory heritage requirements at a Commonwealth, State and Local level, and an increase in community awareness, means that heritage often becomes part of judicial and administrative proceedings for development approvals. GML has wide experience providing expert evidence across a range of disciplines and jurisdictions, especially in the NSW Land and Environment Court and the Victorian Civil and Administrative Appeals Tribunal.
GML’s experts have the proven skills, authoritative opinions and established reputation required for effective contribution to legal proceedings involving heritage places. Where our professional opinion supports the case, we can provide a major contribution through intensive research, analysis and clear presentation of evidence.
Statements of Evidence
In planning cases, it is often the clarity of documentation and thoroughness of preparation that determines the outcome. Our statements of evidence are focused in a manner that directs the Court, Panel or Tribunal towards key issues and a logical outcome.
NSW Land & Environment Court
The GML reputation is well known throughout the NSW Land and Environment Court, where our credible and authoritative opinion on heritage matters has been recognised for more than a decade.
Victorian Civil and Administrative Appeals Tribunal
Our Partners are experienced in presenting to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Involvement in ‘VCAT’ hearings reflects recognition of GML’s ability to provide independent and well-resolved authoritative opinion in diverse jurisdictions.