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Certified Arborist Tennessee

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Marty Shaw
Green Season Consulting
615-794-4377

What It Means to Work with a Certified Arborist Tennessee Consultant

When tree-related matters turn complex—whether it’s a legal concern, property dispute, insurance claim, or municipal question—you don’t just need someone with a chainsaw. You need someone with credentials, clarity, and courtroom-ready communication. As a Certified Arborist in Tennessee, I provide expert consulting services to help you interpret, assess, and respond to tree issues from a legal, environmental, and financial perspective. I don’t climb trees—I clarify situations and provide support where data, law, and arboricultural expertise intersect.

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My work as a Certified Arborist Tennessee consultant is entirely focused on advisory and analytical services. I don’t offer trimming, removal, or planting. Instead, I offer expert evaluations and testimony to support your most complex tree-related decisions. Whether you’re a property owner, developer, attorney, or insurance adjuster, I help you understand the facts, assess risk, and make informed, defensible decisions.

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Every tree tells a story—and when that story becomes part of a legal case, claim, or conflict, I help translate it clearly. My consulting includes expert witness work, tree law interpretation, appraisals, and risk analysis.

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Tree Law and Legal Support Across Tennessee

Trees may be rooted in the soil, but tree law is rooted in case law, regulations, and property rights. Boundary disputes, wrongful removals, construction conflicts, and storm damage can quickly lead to litigation. As a Certified Arborist Tennessee professional who understands Tree Law, I assist clients and attorneys throughout the state in making sense of what happened and why it matters legally and financially.

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I provide written reports, expert testimony, and site investigations for both plaintiffs and defendants. My focus is always on accuracy, clarity, and helping the court understand how tree-related facts apply to the law. 

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Certified Arborist Tennessee Expert Witness Services

Whether the dispute involves one tree or a dozen, the presence of a credible, experienced expert witness can make or break your case. I serve as an expert witness in civil and insurance cases throughout Tennessee, including disputes involving negligence, damage valuation, hazard assessment, and development impact.

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With every case, I bring the objectivity and technical knowledge that attorneys and judges can rely on. I prepare professional reports, attend site visits, assist with discovery, and offer deposition and trial testimony. My role is to ensure the court has an unbiased, scientifically sound understanding of the tree-related issues at hand.

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Tree, Landscape, and Plant Appraisals with Certified Accuracy

Trees are assets. When they’re damaged, removed, or lost due to development or neglect, their value must be accounted for. I offer Certified Arborist Tennessee tree appraisals that align with the most current industry standards from the Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers (CTLA).

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Whether you need to determine the loss of a heritage tree, assess the value of landscaping for insurance or legal matters, or plan for development impact, I provide appraisal services that are clear, detailed, and legally defensible. I also assess shrubs, perennials, and full landscape installations to help you capture the complete picture.

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Tree Risk Assessment and Hazard Evaluations

Trees are living structures—and like any structure, they can fail. But risk isn’t always obvious to the untrained eye. If you are concerned about safety, liability, or tree failure, I offer certified Tree Risk Assessments using the TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification) standard developed by the ISA.

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As a Certified Arborist Tennessee expert, I help homeowners, businesses, schools, and municipalities identify, document, and manage risk. My reports are especially valuable when trees are near public spaces, infrastructure, or legal boundaries. I offer an unbiased look at what’s safe, what’s questionable, and what should be addressed before it becomes a liability.

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Insurance Claims and Certified Documentation

Storms, accidents, and unexpected damage can leave you with more than just cleanup. If you’re filing an insurance claim related to a tree or landscape feature, I can support your case with detailed, certified documentation. From valuation to cause determination, I work directly with policyholders and insurance companies to ensure transparency and fairness.

 

My Certified Arborist Tennessee services include site inspections, tree condition analysis, replacement cost calculations, and photographic documentation. I can also serve as a third-party expert if there’s a dispute between claimant and adjuster.

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Investigations That Uncover the Truth

Was the tree properly maintained? Did construction or root cutting cause its decline? Did a neighbor’s actions cross a legal line? When trees become part of a deeper problem, I conduct formal investigations to find the answers.

 

As a Certified Arborist Tennessee consultant, I blend forensic techniques with industry standards to produce evidence-based reports. These investigations often support legal action, settlement discussions, or peace of mind when the cause of tree damage isn’t clear.

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Consulting Support for Attorneys and Legal Teams

I frequently work with attorneys throughout Tennessee to prepare for trial, assist during depositions, and provide background research. As a consulting arborist, I understand not only the science of trees but also the legal expectations for presenting evidence and testimony. Whether your case is in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, or a rural county, I bring the same level of professionalism and accuracy to your client’s case.

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Legal professionals can rely on my insight to strengthen discovery, develop expert strategy, or create counterpoints to opposing arborist testimony. I’m experienced with both plaintiff and defense roles.

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Who Needs a Certified Arborist Tennessee Consultant?

If you’re navigating a tree issue involving law, insurance, value, or safety—you need a consulting arborist. My services are frequently requested by:

  • Attorneys and law firms

  • Insurance companies and adjusters

  • Municipalities and zoning officials

  • Homeowners and HOAs

  • Real estate developers

  • Landscape architects

  • Risk management departments

  • Property managers

 

What they all have in common is the need for answers—answers that are documented, backed by science, and delivered with clarity.

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Not a Tree Service—A Trusted Expert Resource

While many arborists are focused on pruning, cabling, or removals, my role is strictly advisory. I do not perform tree work. My independence from tree service companies ensures objectivity, and my Certified Arborist Tennessee status affirms my commitment to industry standards and ethics.

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When you bring in a consultant like me, you get more than an opinion. You get strategic guidance based on data, expert methodology, and the highest level of arboricultural training.

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Supporting Tennessee’s Communities and Landscapes

Whether you live in a historic district in Franklin, manage municipal property in Chattanooga, or represent a landowner in a boundary dispute in Johnson City, I’m here to help. Tennessee’s landscape is diverse—and so are its legal and environmental challenges involving trees.

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As a Certified Arborist Tennessee, I’m committed to supporting this region’s people and properties with consulting services that offer value, clarity, and peace of mind.

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Hire Green Season Consulting for Your Arboricultural Needs

At Green Season Consulting, I’m ready to help you solve your tree-related issues with professionalism and precision. When you need expert testimony, certified valuation, or reliable documentation, don’t call a tree service—call a Certified Arborist Tennessee who specializes in consulting.

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Reach out to me today to discuss your case, claim, or concern. Let’s move forward with answers, integrity, and strategy.

© 2017 Martin A. Shaw, RCA

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