Expert testimony at trial presents unique challenges to both the expert and the examining attorney. The expert is tasked with teaching complex material to a group of “students” with widely varying levels of education, comprehension, pertinent experience and yes, interest. The students give no feedback, the consequences of a teaching mistake can be significant, and there are people waiting for the opportunity to attack at the first sign of weakness.

The attorney’s job is to help the expert overcome and thrive in these challenges. It is no small task...

By Natalie Gordon, M.A., DOAR analyst

Recently, we have heard stories in the media being described as instances of “restorative justice.” But sometimes an alleged example of restorative justice will not encompass all the core principles of restorative justice, or will conflict with the principles of our criminal justice system. Some recent examples may help illustrate what restorative justice is — and is not.

In October, President Donald Trump arranged a meeting at the White House for the family of Harry Dunn, a British teenager killed in...

Congratulations to our clients Michael Schachter, Randall Jackson, Casey Donnelly, Philip DiSanto, and the rest of the trial team at Willkie Farr & Gallagher on their unprecedented victory on behalf of Privinvest Group executive Jean Boustani.  Following a six week trial before Judge William Kuntz in the Eastern District of New York, the jury...

Today’s political climate has created an environment where simple words can unintentionally trigger polarized views and quick judgments. Watch Scott Allen, President at DOAR, discuss the importance of conducting jury research to develop case themes.

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