The unique challenges that construction, environmental, and real estate attorneys face in navigating the complexities of compliance, regulatory matters, and real estate and property transactional work are many. To support you in delivering exceptional outcomes for your clients, we have a deep bench of experts and technical professionals across various disciplines, ready to provide specialized insights and services.
Thomas Koch is a Vice President at VERTEX with over 25 years of experience in Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Health & Safety. He specializes in regulatory compliance, OSHA and EPA program implementation, and has provided expert testimony and defense response reports.Learn More
Kelsey Bonner is a certified fraud examiner with experience across multiple industries. She has provided expert testimony with opinions on changed work, disruption, bid reasonableness, and forensic data analysis. She has also supported experts testifying before the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals and the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals. Kelsey has reviewed opposing reports and has prepared rebuttal reports.
Andrew Borglum, EVP of Project Controls at VERTEX, has over 38 years of experience in CPM scheduling, construction claims, and litigation support across a diverse range of complex projects. He is a recognized expert in schedule impact analysis and has provided expert testimony in various courts, as well as consulting services to major stakeholders in the NYC metropolitan area.Learn More
Cristal Brun brings over 20 years of experience in forensic accounting investigations, commercial damages, litigation consulting, corporate finance, auditing, and strategic advisory for publicly-traded, closely-held, and public sector entities. She has led multiple engagements across a broad variety of industries and Fortune 500 firms. Learn More
Mark St. Marie, National Technical Lead at VERTEX, has over 30 years of experience in industrial hygiene, specializing in healthcare, laboratory, and manufacturing environments. A retired U.S. Air Force professional, he has managed nationwide programs for the Department of Veterans Affairs and is certified as a CIH and RCP-SCF, with a strong commitment to STEM education and training. Learn More
Stephen McCarthy, Vice President of Due Diligence at VERTEX, has over 30 years of experience in environmental consulting. Stephen manages compliance and regulatory projects including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, Property Condition Assessments (PCAs), asbestos and mold assessments, and advising on risk and remediation strategies for various clients. He is a seasoned expert in running fast-turnaround portfolio due diligence work. Learn More
Eric Nelson, Vice President at VERTEX, has nearly 30 years of experience in construction-related services, including property condition assessments, geotechnical engineering, and energy savings investigations. He leads the PCA and Energy Savings Investigation practices and has managed complex projects throughout North America, providing expertise in evaluating construction progress and assessing structural conditions. Learn More
Ms. Pierce has nearly 25 years of technical and management experience in environmental consulting and insurance services. She has provided consulting services related to environmental site assessments, field investigation activities, scheduling and coordination of subcontractor activities, regulatory reporting, collection of soil and groundwater samples, data analysis, and loss control services. Ms. Pierce has completed cost control reviews for a broad range of environmental remedial activities on behalf of clients, including multi-million dollar cleanups.. Learn More
Nacole Caputo is a seasoned manager with over 15 years of experience. Ms. Caputo is a Certified Industrial Hygienist who maintains several indoor air quality, lead, and asbestos certificates, Nacole has worked with attorneys on mold loss projects including Section 8a housing and high-end residential properties. Learn More
Our experts are dedicated to partnering with you to address the nuanced needs of your clients, whether it’s conducting thorough due diligence, managing compliance or regulatory matters, or navigating complex construction litigation. VERTEX is here to help you succeed.
If you'd like to learn more about our team or discuss a specific case, feel free to reach out to one of our Experts. We look forward to collaborating with you.
