Utilizing Expert Testimony at Trial

Several factors go into utilizing experts for a trial. Whether the expert the facts of a case to provide an analysis or is testifying in court, attorneys must understand the critical components to expert witnesses and utilizing expert testimony at trial. In this interesting and informative course, veteran trial attorney Christopher O'Donnell discusses the importance of differentiating between non-testifying consultants' work-products and those who will testify. He explains the protective measures to take and the effect of non-disclosure when testifying.

Moreover, Mr. O'Donnell provides information on protecting against disclosure by planning; he defines the importance of engagement terms, written reports, and "Layering" consultants and witnesses. Mr. O'Donnell concludes this course by exploring the conversion from consultant to testifying expert, the disagreement of two experts, and the changing of an expert's mind.