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From Blueprints to the Bench: Craig L. Moskowitz’s Premier Forensic Engineering Firm

In the world of forensic engineering, where expertise must meet clarity and credibility under the scrutiny of litigation, few professionals have carved out a more impactful niche than Craig L. Moskowitz, MBA, MS, PE, CME. As the founder and president of CLM Engineering Associates, LLC, Moskowitz leads a team of seasoned experts who deliver thorough, reliable and litigation-ready investigations for attorneys across the country.

What sets Moskowitz apart is not just his vast technical background, but the way he’s bridged the worlds of construction, law and communication—making him and his firm a go-to resource for attorneys handling complex cases involving construction defects, construction accidents, pedestrian fall-downs and more.

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Building a Foundation in the Field

Before launching his own company, Moskowitz gained invaluable experience working in diverse engineering roles. “I spent several years working for others in several areas, including on a $500 million wastewater treatment plant project, a hospital addition for the Veteran’s Administration, a sub-division project such as housing for military officers and their families along with billets for enlisted sailors as part of the United States Navy,” he recalls.

This early hands-on experience not only developed his technical skill set but also introduced him to the real-world dynamics of design, construction and infrastructure, all of which would later inform his investigative work as a forensic engineer.

But it was a series of unanticipated phone calls that pivoted his path. “I actually started by receiving phone calls from national engineering companies searching for someone such as me to perform forensic investigations on behalf of their clients who consisted of mainly law firms and insurance companies.  At the time, I had no idea what the term forensic engineering even meant,” he says. “I was told, ‘follow our template and you will get the gist of it after a few investigations.’ I would travel to various parts of New York, Connecticut and New Jersey.

The demand was there, and Moskowitz quickly realized there was a gap in the market for engineers who could not only investigate incidents but also communicate findings clearly and credibly in legal contexts.

From Solo Consultant to Industry Leader

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By 2010, he officially incorporated CLM Engineering Associates, LLC, and began taking the steps that would transform his solo practice into a leading forensic engineering and litigation support firm.

“By 2014, I was enlisting younger engineers to join my team. I started doing some marketing and the company took off,” Moskowitz says. “I joined some key associations and started networking, and the company just continued to grow. It was like being on a rocket ship.”

Today, CLM Engineering boasts a team of 25 experts with backgrounds in engineering, construction and various other technical disciplines. Together, they handle a wide range of forensic investigations across the country.

“My areas of specialty include cases involving slips and falls and other types of accidents due to alleged defects,” Moskowitz explains. “Most of my competition only takes calls from either plaintiff attorneys or defense attorneys—they don’t represent both sides. My company handles a variety of different cases, and I feel very well prepared because I do know my competition. I’m always playing the Devil’s Advocate when analyzing a case thereby trying to anticipate what an adversarial expert will do given the facts.”

That versatility, he notes, gives CLM a strategic advantage.

I’m always playing the Devil’s Advocate when analyzing a case thereby trying to anticipate what an adversarial expert will do given the facts.”

Military Precision: A Legacy of Discipline and Integrity

Long before Moskowitz became a trusted expert witness in high-stakes litigation, he was developing the core traits that would define his leadership style in the military. Although he doesn’t often lead with that part of his story, the values instilled during his military service have left an unmistakable mark on how he runs his business—and how he serves his clients.

Moskowitz was commissioned as a second lieutenant in December 1995 after completing the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program at the University of Maine, where he earned a two-year scholarship while studying civil engineering. Following his commission, he graduated from the U.S. Army Engineering Officer Basic Course at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, in December 1996, further solidifying his technical and leadership foundation as a military engineer.

Moskowitz continued to serve in the Connecticut National Guard until December of 2001. He was eventually promoted to first lieutenant due to his leadership and technical skills.

“My military background definitely impacts how I operate my business,” he says. “We are very transparent and very responsive to our clients. We typically work on retainer and tell our clients what documents or materials we’re going to need in terms of discovery or evidence. We stand by our work. We do the right thing even when no one is watching.”

This ethos, rooted in discipline, accountability and mission-focused execution, has become the bedrock of CLM Engineering Associates. It shapes everything from client communications to internal operations.

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“Integrity is demanded,” Moskowitz says. “We’ll let people go if they’re not working within those parameters.”

For Moskowitz, the chain of command is not about rigidity but responsibility. His approach to leadership emphasizes accountability without micromanagement, clear expectations without ambiguity. Team members are empowered, but they also understand that excellence is not optional, it’s the standard.

“Military training teaches you to be direct, efficient and thorough,” he says. “Those traits translate extremely well into forensic engineering and expert witness work, where you often have limited time to investigate, form a defensible opinion, and articulate your findings under pressure.”

The military also taught him how to manage stress and uncertainty—essential qualities in the litigation environment, where timelines shift, facts evolve and courtroom scrutiny can be intense. “I’ve worked on over 500 cases” he says. “Every single one is different. You have to adapt quickly, stay calm, and be prepared for anything—just like in the field.”

That structured yet flexible mindset has proven especially valuable in coordinating his team of engineers and consultants across multiple states and jurisdictions. Whether it’s a construction defect case in New York or a storm damage investigation in Florida, Moskowitz runs his team like a well-trained unit—each member prepared, briefed and clear on their mission.

But perhaps most importantly, Moskowitz’s military experience reinforced the idea of service. He doesn’t just view his role as transactional but as a form of professional duty—one that demands thoroughness, impartiality and trust. “When we take on a case, we’re not just completing a task—we’re contributing to the outcome of someone’s legal pursuit. That deserves our full commitment.”

In many ways, his transition from military service to forensic engineering wasn’t a pivot, but a continuation—one where the battlefield became the courtroom, and the mission became uncovering the truth.

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Communication Is Critical

One of the core principles that Moskowitz emphasizes at CLM is the ability to translate complex technical concepts into language that judges, juries and attorneys can understand.

“We preach to our people about not being too technical,” he says. “I review all the reports so judges, opposing counsel and the jury can understand what we’re talking about. It took a lot of training and experience to become proficient at being an effective expert witness. I love testifying.”

He also loves the writing process—something that’s a rarity in the field. “I know a lot of expert witnesses who detest writing the reports,” he says. “I actually enjoy that very much. My mom was an English teacher so I get that from her.”

Moskowitz believes strongly that collaboration between expert and attorney makes a measurable difference in outcomes. “One thing I learned very early on is that in order for me to do my best in my role as an expert witness, I need to have a collaborative and highly communicative relationship with the attorney,” he says.

“Early in my career, I’d encounter attorneys who—naturally are very busy—and they didn’t want to hear from me or be bothered. One attorney said to me, ‘I hired you as an expert, you don’t need to speak to me.’ But it became apparent very quickly that working together and staying in the loop with one another delivers a much better outcome, as opposed to me just showing up on the day I’m supposed to testify having had no contact in the interim.”

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Family Support

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Moskowitz and his wife Lana—his life and business partner—work together seamlessly. Their partnership is one of mutual respect and shared entrepreneurial drive. “My wife and I have been together for 20 years; married for 18 years, and she is not just my life partner but also my business partner,” he says. “She is a smart woman with an entrepreneurial mindset.”

Family is all important to Moskowitz and he credits various members for providing not only unconditional support and encouragement but also for some of his skills.

“I know I got my love for writing from my mom,” he says, “but it’s important to note that there’s no question where my interest and talent for engineering came from. Many in my family have an entrepreneurial spirit, but my dad and I are the only ones to become engineers. I always looked up to him, he set such a great example. Following him into engineering seemed quite natural.”

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Trusted by Attorneys Nationwide

With more than a decade of business ownership and hundreds of successful expert engagements, Moskowitz has built CLM Engineering Associates into a powerhouse of reliability and results. Attorneys appreciate not just the quality of his firm’s work, but the way he and his team communicate, collaborate and support them throughout the legal process.

At its core, the success of CLM is built on Moskowitz’s unwavering commitment to clarity, ethics and technical excellence. His unique ability to translate engineering principles into persuasive testimony—combined with his military values —has made him a trusted ally to both plaintiff and defense attorneys alike.

“Every day brings something different,” he reflects. “Every case is a puzzle to solve, a story to uncover, and a responsibility to get it right. That’s what makes this work so rewarding.”

Every case is a puzzle to solve, a story to uncover, and a responsibility to get it right. That’s what makes this work so rewarding.”

At a Glance

CLM ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES, LLC
P.O. Box 4532
Stamford, CT 06907
866-432-4677
[email protected]
clmpe.com

NEW JERSEY OFFICE

  • P.O. Box 394, Montvale, NJ 07645

SELECT SERVICES

  • Slips, Trips and Falls; Real Estate Disputes; Construction Accidents; Standard of Care for Engineers and/ or Home Inspectors; Standard of Care for General Contractors and/ or Subcontractors; Construction Defects; ADA Compliance Issues; Water Intrusion Cases; Variance and Land Boundary Issues; Electrocution and Other Electrically-Related Cases; Air Emissions Issues; Product Liability Problems; Metals Evaluation/Testing; Vehicular Accident Reconstruction Situations; and Fallen Tree Impact

EDUCATION

  • Master's in Construction Administration, Columbia University
  • Certificate in Mediation, Quinnipiac College School of Law, Center for Dispute Resolution
  • Master of Business Administration, University of Bridgeport
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of Maine
  • The United States Army Officer Engineering School Graduate
  • U.S. Army Reserve Officer Training Corps Graduate

Professional Affiliations

  • National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE)
  • Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE)
  • American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
  • American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE)
  • National Association of Subrogation Professionals (NASP)
  • Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA)

Favorite Quote

  • Success is the best revenge.

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