Facts: JD hired Bertolino LLP to defend against a complaint filed with the Board. The complainant made accusations that JD had violated state law, the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), and alleged deficiencies under Federal Housing Administration requirements and this threatened harm to JD’s reputation and potential discipline from the Board.
Outcome: Bertolino LLP evaluated JD’s situation, assessed the applicable law and we compiled the necessary documents, witness statements and evidence necessary to fight against the accusations and show the Board this needed to be dismissed without delay. Bertolino LLP’s legal team developed a well- honed written response demonstrating the complaint lacked evidence, the lack of any violations of the law or USPAP and advocated for swift dismissal of this matter. The Board considered our submission and agreed to dismiss the charges and take no action against our client. This allowed JD to focus on running his appraisal business without this complaint remaining over his head.