1st Edition
Certified Forensic Consultant Body of Knowledge
Understanding the Legal System
Overview of the Court System
State Courts
Federal Courts
An Understanding of the Court System
Lawsuit Procedures
Marketing Consultation Services
Attorney Considerations in Contracting an Expert
Expert Marketing Considerations
Establishing Appropriate Consulting Fees
Establishing Procedures for Contracts
Litigation Processes, Themes, and Strategies
Initial Interview of the Attorney and the Potential Client
Attorney Considerations in Deciding to Use a Forensic Expert
Disclosure Considerations for the Forensic Expert
Discovery
General Legal Principles
Federal Rules of Civil Procedures
Federal Rules of Evidence
The Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure
Motions and the Forensic Expert
Typical Elements of a Negligence Claim
Disclosing Notes in Accordance with Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
Expert Witness Payment
The Importance of Retention
Methods for Collecting Various Consultation Fees
Establishing Appropriate Consultation Fees
Appropriate Retainer Etiquette
The Discovery Process
The Attorney’s Role
The Forensic Expert’s Role
The Inspection
The Formal Written Report or Affidavit
Reading the Subpoena
The Forensic Expert’s Deposition
Preparing for the Deposition
The Deposition
Conclusion of the Deposition
After the Deposition
The Trial
The Role of the Forensic Expert in the Trial Strategy
Preparing for Trial
The Trial Process
After the Trial
Professional Practices
The Role of Credibility, Reputation, and Professional Discipline in Forensic Consulting
Stipulating Responsibilities to the Attorney
Sharing Files Appropriately
Final Billing
Concluding on a Good Note
References
Biography
American College of Forensic Examiners Institute
