Chris Lavache

Chris Lavache, LEED AP is a construction management and litigation consulting expert specializing in construction defects, cost estimating, and project scheduling. With a career encompassing diverse roles in construction management, quality assurance, and litigation consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his expert witness work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing schedule delays, and evaluating cost estimation accuracy.

Mr. Lavache has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial buildings, high-end residential properties, and public infrastructure projects. His Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from California State University, Chico, along with certifications such as LEED AP and ASTM Certified Property Condition Assessments, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving construction management and scheduling issues.