NICOLAS SEAL CEnv, MIEMA, BSc

Nic is recognised as a leading expert in the field of Japanese knotweed, and it's eradication.

He has the academic and practical skills to absorb the facts of a case, and to give clear professional opinion on his area of expertise. He is actively involved in the day to day running of Environet, hence keeps a practical hands on approach to any developments, myth or otherwise, within the specialist field of knotweed eradication.  

He has acted as an expert witness in several high profile cases.

What types of dispute happen?

Disputes regarding Japanese knotweed are surprisingly common. The two most common scenarios are:-

• knotweed encroaching from one parcel of land to another, resulting in civil claims in private nuisance.
• provision of false or misleading information relating to the absence/presence of Japanese knotweed during property sale/purchase resulting in misrepresentation claims.

Thankfully most of these disputes are resolved out of court.

If litigation is looming and you need assistance Nicolas Seal can provide Japanese knotweed expert witness services in accordance Civil Procedure Rules (CPR 35).

We can also put you in touch with excellent solicitors, highly experienced in Japanese knotweed disputes.

Want to discuss a dispute situation?

Please contact us