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    The Appraiser as an Expert Witness: Preparation and Testimony

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    Date
    September 25-26, 2026
    Time
    8:30AM - 4:30PM (EST)
    Sponsor
    Hoosier State Chapter
    Location
    3rd Floor Classroom
    9247 North Meridian Street
    Indianapolis, IN 46260
    Instructor
    Rick L. Carlile, MAI, SRA
    Class Time
    14 hours
    Exam Time
    1 Hour
    Full Price
    $290.00
    AI Price
    $270.00
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    Course Description
    This course introduces the basic concepts and strategies needed to engage in litigation valuation. It explores the scope of activities you can expect in a legal action, including assessing the status of a case, developing a USPAP-compliant appraisal without preparing a written report, and understanding legal terminology and jargon. The course addresses how litigation assignments differ from lender assignments and how to market appraisal services to litigation clients. You’ll work in small groups to practice effective deposition and direct testimony techniques and a mock trial with a residential case study gives them the opportunity to experience a realistic courtroom environment in which to polish their skills.

    This course is in the Litigation Professional Development Program. View this list of FAQs, which includes information regarding the courses you’ll need to complete the program successfully.

    Who Should Enroll
    • Experienced residential and general real property appraisers interested in exploring litigation valuation as a specialty
    • Real estate professionals
    • Users of appraisal services
    • Attorneys
    AI CE Points
    Attend:
    150
    Attend & Pass Exam:
    200
    State Approvals
    State QE/CE Course & Exam Course Only Exam Only Delivery Format Start Date Expire Date State Code
    AK CE 16 15 1 Classroom 03/15/2024 03/04/2027 19835
    AR CE 16 15 1 Classroom 05/07/2024 03/07/2026 AI022
    AZ CE 16 15 1 Classroom 02/23/2022 02/22/2026 0224-0000006
    CA CE 15 14 1 Classroom 08/23/2024 08/27/2027 23CP754601549
    CO CE 14 14 Classroom 07/26/2024 07/29/2027 2741
    CO CE 15 14 1 Classroom 07/26/2024 07/29/2027 2741
    CO QE 15 14 1 Classroom 07/26/2024 07/29/2027 2741
    CT CE 15 15 Classroom 07/09/2025 07/09/2028 AAL.001440
    DC CE 15 14 1 Classroom 02/29/2024 02/28/2026 4075
    FL CE 15 15 Classroom 02/14/2023 02/13/2027 0007081
    GA CE 14 14 Classroom 01/01/2004 27984
    IA CE 14 14 Classroom 03/24/2025 03/24/2027 A518-2314
    IA CE 15 14 1 Classroom 03/24/2025 03/24/2027 A518-2315
    ID CE 16 15 1 Classroom 06/10/2024 03/04/2027
    IL CE 15 15 Classroom 12/26/2024 12/31/2026 575.010722
    IN CE 16 15 1 Classroom 04/10/2015
    KY CE 15 15 Classroom 05/31/2025 06/30/2026
    KY CE 16 15 1 Classroom 05/31/2025 06/30/2026
    MA CE 15 14 1 Classroom 03/13/2025 03/13/2027 00120184
    MI CE 15 15 Classroom 07/16/2025 07/16/2028 20-607812
    MN CE 16 15 1 Classroom 06/01/2024 03/31/2028 1036851
    MO CE 16 15 1 Classroom 03/20/2024 06/30/2026
    MS CE 15 14 1 Classroom 07/27/2025 07/27/2027 MAB #49149
    MT CE 16 15 1 Classroom 05/14/2025 05/14/2028 REA-CEC-REC-19313
    NC CE 15 15 Classroom 01/01/2026 12/31/2026 944
    ND CE 15 14 1 Classroom 03/24/2019 08/15/2027 CE-223068
    ND CE 16 15 1 Classroom 03/24/2019 08/15/2027 CE-223068
    NE CE 15 15 Classroom 11/22/2023 11/21/2028 2131441.02
    NH CE 16 15 1 Classroom 03/16/2025 04/19/2026
    NJ CE 16 15 1 Classroom 07/16/2025 07/16/2030 2025-3034
    NM CE 15 14 1 Classroom 07/01/2024 07/01/2027 4439
    NV CE 15 15 Classroom 08/18/2025 08/31/2026 CE.0009781-A
    NY CE 15 15 Classroom 01/01/2026 12/31/2026 A0693-15
    OH CE 14 14 Classroom 01/01/2026 12/31/2026 084601202A 25
    OK CE 15 14 1 Classroom 06/06/2025 06/06/2028 725
    OR CE 16 15 1 Classroom 06/04/2025 06/04/2028 APIN-C-0625-9052
    PA CE 16 15 1 Classroom 03/27/2023 02/06/2029
    SC CE 16 15 1 Classroom 09/01/2024 08/31/2026 AC . 725, CE 725
    SD CE 15 15 Classroom 03/25/2025 03/25/2028 SD 1719
    TN CE 15 15 Classroom 03/07/2018 04/30/2028 2153
    UT CE 16 15 1 Classroom 04/01/2024 03/31/2026 AC240313
    VT CE 16 15 1 Classroom 04/09/2024 02/12/2028 CA-222782
    WA CE 16 15 1 Classroom 09/12/2024 09/12/2027 A24024817
    WA CE 15 15 Classroom 09/12/2024 09/12/2027 A24024817
    WI CE 16 15 1 Classroom 12/15/2009 REA 3274
    WY CE 16 15 1 Classroom 08/15/2024 08/14/2027 410
    Course Objectives
    • Describe the general process of a lawsuit involving real property valuation.
    • Identify the mechanics and strategies of a deposition and direct testimony.
    • Identify the requirements to communicate and defend an opinion of value in a courtroom setting.
    Course Details

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    Additional Information:

    Course Materials Include:

    • Course Handbook (259 pp.)
    • Reference List (10 pp.)

    You will be asked to clear the calculator’s memory before and after the examination. Only one calculator is permitted in the testing room. Examinees taking most AI exams may bring their own calculator to use during the exam. Laptops, cellular phones, tablets, iPads, wearable technology (smart watch, Apple Watch, Google Glass, etc.), and other devices that can store data or connect to the Internet are NOT permitted during the exam. In addition, all watches, wallets, bags, and purses must be removed and stored out of reach prior to taking the exam.

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    Today thru 05/15/2026
    $290.00 $270.00
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    05/16/2026 thru 09/04/2026
    $305.00 $285.00
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    After 09/05/2026
    $325.00 $305.00
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    Event Information

    CLASS LOCATION: 9247 North Meridian Street, 3rd Floor Classroom in Indianapolis, IN 46260. 

    ATTENDANCE: Please note registration runs from 8:00AM to 8:30AM with instruction starting PROMPTLY at 8:30AM. Following Appraiser Qualifications Board minimum criteria requirements, 100% ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPRAISAL INSTITUTE EDUCATION PROGRAMS. Students should not be late or leave early. Those missing class times may not receive credit.

    HOTELS: To take advantage of a special rate the Hoosier State Chapter of the Appraisal Institute has negotiated, please mention you are with the Appraisal Institute when booking any of the following accommodations: 

    *     HILTON HOMEWOOD SUITES 2501 East 86th Street Indianapolis, IN 46240 1-800-225-5466 317-253-1919 Call Sales Department for negotiated rate - includes a large 1 bedroom suites with a separate kitchen and living room, fully renovated in 2016. All stays include a complimentary full hot breakfast, evening social M-TH, high speed internet, a workout facility & transportation to the classroom (but please confirm).