meet our team
WHO WE ARE
ROBERT BITTERLI, AIA/NCARB,LEED AP
Principal + Expert Architect
Throughout Bob’s career he has provided clients with a personal commitment, delivering expert consultant services in a forthright manner, with both pragmatic and theoretical perspectives in mind.
Specialties
- Trial and Mediation Expert Witness
- Forensic Architecture
- Design & Construction Claims
MITCH WRIGHT, AAFS, RWC, IACT
Principal + Building Scientist
Mitch has specialized in Building Enclosure Science, Research and Analysis since 2006. He currently sits on multiple industry standards committees and has served as a forensic expert in over 150 cases.
Specialties
- Forensic Expert + Building Sciences
- Building Enclosure Consulting
- Design & Construction Industry Standards
LAURA CAFFEY, RA, FLORIDA CBC, FEWA Assoc.
Principal + Forensic Architect
Laura brings over 35 years of experience in architectural design, management, and construction administration. Her experience as a Certified Contractor in Florida, brings a unique perspective and ability to analyze Design & Construction Defects.
Specialties
- Architectural Standards of Care
- Residential + Commercial Contracting
- Architectural/Construction Defects
Foard Meriwether, AIA, NCARB
Expert Architect
Specialties
- Architect Standard of Care
- Building Enclosure + Moisture Intrusion
- Expert Reporting
SEAN KELLY, AIA ASSOCIATE
Project Manager, Building Investigator
Sean supports our experts in all facets of Design + Construction Litigation as well as Building Enclosure Consulting projects. He brings expertise in materials and fabrication as a Certified Composites Technician.
Specialties
- On-Site Investigations & Destructive Testing
- Product & Performance Research
- Materials Specialist
SCOTT BITTERLI, CDT, PDC, AIA Associate
Principal + Managing Director
Scott manages day-to-day operations of the firm and serves as a Project Principal. He also ensures that we effectively communicate our findings with engaging reports, presentations & infographics.
Specialties
- Client Relations
- Visual Communications
- Innovative Housing & Community Development
JACK WEST III
Building Claims Adjuster, Investigator
Specialties
- On-Site Inspections
- Building Claims
- Property Insurance
JACK TOWNLEY, CFLC
Senior Consultant, former Architect + General Contractor
Jack served 40 years as an architect & contractor. He is a Certified Forensic Litigation Consultant and serves on the board of the Forensic Expert Witness Association.
Specialties
- Architect & General Contractor
- Remediation & Project Management
- National & International Experience
DAWN TALTY, MBA
Business Administrator
Dawn works closely with our principals and clients to ensure prompt and friendly contract management as well as internal financial and team services. Dawn is also a proud veteran of the US Air Force.
Specialties
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Financial Reporting
- Team Benefits