Defensible valuation and strategic insight for assets and decisions that fall outside the ordinary

Special Asset

& Litigation Advisory

Keystone's Special Asset & Litigation Advisory Division supports attorneys, institutional owners, government entities, family offices, and investors facing unusual assets, disputed values, complex transactions, or high stakes decisions. Our senior professionals handle assignments where specialized knowledge, advanced analysis, and the ability to communicate and defend a conclusion are essential.

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Special Asset Appraisal

Some properties cannot be credibly valued through a conventional appraisal process alone. They require specialized market research, industry knowledge, technical collaboration, and a deeper understanding of the asset's economic characteristics.

Special Asset Experience

  • Mineral deposits and natural resources

  • Quarries and extractive use properties

  • Conservation easements

  • Historic properties

  • Airports and marinas

  • Golf courses

  • Healthcare facilities

  • Renewable energy and solar related assets

  • Mitigation banks

  • Other special use or limited market properties

Why Keystone

Expert Witness & Litigation Support

Keystone provides expert appraisal and consulting support in matters where property value is disputed or likely to be challenged. Our professionals prepare independent valuation opinions, assist counsel in understanding complex property issues, evaluate opposing appraisal work, and communicate technical conclusions clearly in reports, depositions, hearings, and court proceedings.

"The U.S. District Court of Georgia finds Doug Kenny qualified based on his experience, education,

training, knowledge, and skill to provide opinion testimony on issues related to the appraisal of properties

with mineral deposits."

- Middle District Judge, 2024

Litigation Services

  • Expert witness testimony

  • Litigation appraisal reports

  • Rebuttal and review reports

  • Critique of opposing expert analyses

  • Deposition and trial preparation

  • Consultation with legal teams

  • Valuation support for settlement strategy

  • Estate, tax, environmental, and property disputes

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Valuation Consulting

Not every valuation challenge requires a traditional appraisal report. Keystone provides consulting and advisory services for clients who need experienced analysis to support a transaction, dispute, portfolio decision, investment strategy, or other complex real estate matter. We begin by defining the client's objective, identifying the level of analysis required, and developing a scope that provides meaningful insight without unnecessary process.

Consulting Services

  • Strategic valuation advice

  • Acquisition and disposition analysis

  • Portfolio valuation strategy

  • Market and feasibility studies

  • Economic impact analysis

  • Appraisal review and risk assessment

  • Family office and institutional advisory

  • Support for complex negotiations or disputes

  • Customized valuation research

Published and Recognized Expertise

"Doug Kenny, MAI, authored Valuing the Unseen: A Guide to Appraising Mineral Valuation and Beyond, a specialized resource addressing mineral assets and other difficult to value property interests. Keystone's professionals have provided expert opinions in federal and state matters involving complex real estate valuation.."

- Doug Kenny, MAI

Bring Us Your Most Complex Valuation Challenge

Keystone provides the specialized expertise, disciplined analysis, and clear communication required when the asset, or the decision, does not fit neatly into a standard appraisal process.

Every inquiry receives a response within one business day.

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Additionally, our expert consulting services provide strategic guidance.

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