Law Practice
Oct. 17, 2018
Key considerations when using expert witnesses
As the expert is neither the attorney nor the client, the protections afforded in the attorney-client relationship may not apply in the same manner to discussions with experts.
For many types of cases, expert testimony can be crucial. A strong expert witness can help simplify complex issues, increase leverage in settlement discussions, and establish credibility for a client's arguments at trial. Attorneys thus often rely heavily on experts and may even involve them in every aspect of the case from start to finish, including case strategy.
However, as the expert is neither the attorney nor the client, the p...
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