Expert Determination
Non-litigated valuations under shareholders' agreements and ICAEW schemes.
We support binding and non-binding expert determination under shareholders' agreements, partnership deeds, and ICAEW appointment schemes - providing independent valuations without full court proceedings where parties have agreed a determination mechanism.
| Phase | What we do | Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| Mandate Review | Confirm determination clause and scope | Terms of reference |
| Valuation | Apply agreed methodology | Determination valuation |
| Determination | Issue binding or non-binding determination | Determination award |
| Documentation | Full reasoning and supporting analysis | Determination report |
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Common questions
- What is expert determination and how does it differ from court litigation?
- Expert determination is a contractual process where parties appoint an independent valuer whose decision is binding or non-binding under the agreement. It is usually faster and narrower in scope than CPR Part 35 court proceedings.
- When do shareholders' agreements require expert determination?
- Many agreements and ICAEW appointment schemes require determination for deadlock, leaver provisions, or price-setting on share transfers. The expert's mandate and methodology are defined by the determination clause.
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