VERTEX Strengthens Forensics Expertise with ARCHforensic, LLC Aqui-Hire, Welcomes Christopher D. Ling as New Forensics Sub-Practice Leader

Integration Deepens VERTEX's Bench of Forensic and Litigation Specialists in the Mid-Atlantic Region and Beyond

NEW YORK, Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vertex Companies, LLC ("VERTEX"), a global professional services firm delivering expert, forensic, construction project advisory, and management and regulatory consulting services, has completed the aqui-hire of ARCHforensic, LLC ("ARCHforensic"). ARCHforensic is an award-winning, full-service forensic architecture and engineering firm with over 30 years of experience.

As part of this integration, Christopher D. Ling, AIA, NCARB, PP, LEEDap has been named VERTEX's new Forensics Sub-Practice Leader. Ling brings more than 40 years of expertise in the construction industry with a proven track record providing advisory support and testimony in more than 1,000 cases, representing more than $1B in claims. Ling's full team also joins VERTEX, deepening the bench of specialists available in VERTEX's forensic and litigation practices areas in the mid-Atlantic region and beyond. Collectively, the ARCH team has prepared over 2,000 expert reports, representing more than $2B in claims.

"Christopher and his team will provide immense value to our clients by expanding our Forensics and Litigation practices, enhancing the core capabilities we provide our clients across a wide range of areas," said David Tortorello, Chief Executive Officer of VERTEX. "Clients across VERTEX's footprint will benefit from Christopher's decades of experience delivering objective and dependable forensic analysis." 

"My team and I are thrilled to join VERTEX to strengthen its already exemplary forensics and litigation practices," shares Ling. "ARCHforensic has built a legacy of precision and integrity that aligns perfectly with VERTEX's mission and vision. I'm looking forward to the impact we can have on our clients going forward." 

This acqui-hire unites two industry leaders to deliver unmatched expertise in forensic architecture, engineering, and construction claims consulting, enhancing VERTEX's ability to serve clients nationwide.

About VERTEX

The Vertex Companies, LLC is a global professional services firm that delivers expert, forensic, construction project advisory, and management and regulatory consulting services. VERTEX partners with clients across sectors to solve complex challenges and deliver exceptional results.

About ARCHforensic 

ARCHforensic, LLC is a licensed forensic architecture, construction claims consulting, and design firm that delivers expert investigations, analysis, and testimony for construction-related disputes and projects. ARCHforensic partners with attorneys, insurers, and property owners to resolve disputes, mitigate risk, and achieve successful project outcomes.

Media contact: 
Dawn Hancock 
Vice President of Marketing
The Vertex Companies, LLC 
[email protected] | 1-240-653-9932 

SOURCE The Vertex Companies, LLC