Experience You Can Trust, Service You Can Count On

Áreté (pronounced Ah – Rah – Tay) is an ancient Greek word meaning excellence or virtue. At Áreté Forensics, we use our decades of engineering design, analysis, and forensic experience to investigate each case thoroughly and communicate the complexity of our investigations into clear language that is easily understood by any audience. By using Áreté as a core principle in our work, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality forensic services available.

Áreté Forensics, PLLC | Bringing Facts to Light

Meet The Experts

Supported not only by their educational competencies, our experts have the hands-on practical experience to perform reliable and comprehensive investigations.

John Thomazin, MSME, PE, DFE
John Thomazin, MSME, PE, DFE

Mechanical Engineer

Paul D. Tucker, SE, PE, DFE
Paul D. Tucker, SE, PE, DFE

Structural Engineer

Christopher A. Banbury, PE, PEng
Christopher A. Banbury, PE, PEng

Structural Engineer

Shane W. Niemann, PE
Shane W. Niemann, PE

Mechanical Engineer

Phase 1 - Initial Review

Áreté will complete an initial file review and familiarization of the case background, required services, and case specific materials provided by the client.

Phase 4 – Written Report

When required by client.

Phase 2 – Initial Inspection

This phase includes an initial inspection to document the site and collect significant data to support an initial assessment of the conditions.

Phase 5 – Testimony

Áretés consultants are available for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and in-court testimony.

Phase 3 – Analysis

This phase includes a detailed evaluation of the collected evidence, reviewed materials, researched materials, and observations by the consultant.