Driven by its port activity on the west coast of Florida, Tampa has a diversified economic base. Key industries include banking, finance and insurance, as well as high tech businesses related to aerospace, medical technology and electronics. Agriculture and food processing as well as tourism are also contributors to the local business expansion. 
 
Observers say that the environment for litigation is somewhat less amenable in Florida than in other states. Consequently, attorneys often consider teaming up with expert witnesses when preparing for trial and presenting their case in court.
 
As an expert witness for lending and mortgage loan servicing matters, Jason D. Koontz has extensive background with more than 20 years of service in the banking industry. He taps his experience in mortgage financing and other bank operations. Notably, he is well-versed in risk issues and earned the Credit Risk Certification (CRC) designation from the Risk Management Association.
 
When it comes to litigation, Koontz draws upon his extensive background to advise attorneys on complexities regarding commercial loans, banking and mortgages. With a track record of more than 175 engagements, Koontz is particularly adept at reviewing key documents and files to determine whether or not loan officers and other bank representatives have adhered to standard procedures and best practices.
 
In the courtroom, where Koontz has testified, he is well-regarded as someone who delivers his understanding of the case in terms members of a jury can easily follow and remember. 
 
Litigation in the lending industry may involve banks, large lenders, individuals, mortgage loan services or even small business owners. These are the areas where Koontz has in-depth experience:
 
For Commercial Banks
  • Cash management
  • Commercial loans
  • Debt collection
  • Fraud
  • Lender liability
  • Underwriting
 
For Retail Banks and Mortgage Servicing
  • Consumer protection
  • Debt collection
  • Deposit accounts
  • Foreclosure
  • Fraud
  • Lender liability expert witness
  • Loan modifications
  • Mortgage loan servicing
  • Predatory lending expert witness
  • USPAP compliance
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The initial phase of an engagement with an expert witness is document review. Generally, Koontz reads the files provided by the attorneys and prepares written reports. However, the language and terminology of the lending industry is rather technical; therefore, Koontz takes the additional step of making these reports accessible to the members of the jury and the judge, by using familiar and everyday language and examples. Koontz is considered highly skilled when explaining his findings in a clear and intelligible manner, with limited use of lending jargon. Koontz is often called upon as an expert witness in cases related to mortgages, lending and any other related issue that may require litigation or mediation.

Your litigation may require an expert witness like Jason Koontz to deliver a clear case to the jury and judge. Contact Koontz at (646) 397-3835 or email jasonkoontz1@gmail.com.