Expert Witness Finding Services for Litigators & General Counsel
12/23/2025
đ New Episode Alert: Engaging Experts with Media Expert, Howard Homonoff
How do experts and attorneys vet each other before taking on a case? In this episode, Howard Homonoff shares insights on:
â The importance of objectivity and perception in expert witness selection.
â Why conflicts of interest can derail engagementâeven when they seem minor.
â How reputation, networking, and transparency shape the vetting process.
Howardâs unique perspective as both an industry insider and JD sheds light on what makes an expert truly credible in front of the finder of fact.
When presenting complex financial evidence, simplicity wins. Expert witness Tatevik Torossian explains how demonstratives: charts, graphs, and visuals, can make or break juror understanding:
â One number in. One number out. What remains.
Instead of thousands of transactions, condense it into a single clear visual. Add interest or unpaid costs? Just one percentage. Jurors know exactly what theyâre looking at, and what it means.
Why it matters: Demonstratives arenât just helpful. Theyâre essential for clarity in the courtroom.
đ How do you use demonstratives in your field? Share your thoughts in the comments!
12/18/2025
Credentials matter, but conversations seal the deal.
As Anna DeSimone shared on our podcast, most expert engagements start with a phone call. Why? Because trust and rapport canât be built through a resume alone.
In litigation, relationships drive results. Take time to connect personally. It sets the tone for collaboration and success.
đ§ Hear more insights on building strong expert-attorney partnerships: https://bit.ly/4qhM4RB
12/12/2025
Preparing for Your First Deposition as an Expert Witness? Hereâs What You Need to Know
In a recent episode of Engaging Experts, guest Mark Gottlieb tackled one of the most nerve-wracking experiences for new expert witnesses: the deposition.
For first-time experts, the setting can be unpredictable: hotel rooms, offices, conference spaces. The process can feel overwhelming. Markâs advice? Keep it simple:
â Answer only the question asked.
â Donât anticipate or volunteer extra information.
â If itâs a yes/no question, say yes or noâand stop.
Remember, the transcript tells the story, not your tone or intent. Brevity and precision are your best allies.
Advances in medicine are reshaping how expert witnesses contribute to litigation. In our latest episode, Dr. Shawn Zardouz explains how innovations like DTI imaging and emerging biomarkers are changing the evaluation of traumatic brain injury (TBI) cases.
What does this mean for experts? Staying current with research and evidence is no longer optionalâitâs essential. These developments influence what experts are asked to opine on and can make or break credibility during depositions and trials.
đ§ Listen to the full conversation to learn how experts can adapt to this evolving landscape and maintain their edge in high-stakes cases.
How can experts turn complex technical details into compelling stories?
In a recent episode of our podcast, we asked Dr. Kirk McDaniel about techniques for making technical testimony understandable and persuasive to lay audiences.
Dr. McDaniel shared a powerful approach:
â Make it personal. Connect the technical aspects to real peopleâthe individuals or companies impacted.
â Educate without overwhelming. Explain concepts in clear, relatable terms, avoiding unnecessary jargon.
â Tell a story. Frame your expertise within a narrative that resonates emotionally and logically.
As Dr. McDaniel put it, âYouâd want to keep it less technical and more generic if you can, so that you can compel people to your perspective.â
This is a great reminder that expert testimony isnât just about factsâitâs about communication. The ability to translate complexity into clarity can make all the difference in court.
Question for you: What strategies do you use to make technical information accessible and engaging?
11/18/2025
Honored to Support Our Veterans at Lawyers for Warriors 2025!
We were proud to have Russ Rosenzweig, CEO of Round Table Group, attend Lawyers for Warriors 2025 as a Major Sponsor.
This incredible event celebrated 11 years of advocacy for our Veterans, marking over a decade of dedication, empowerment, and victories for those whoâve served our country.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in supporting this vital mission and standing with those who stood for us.
11/10/2025
In our latest , Dr. Pavithra Kumar shares how she builds visibility: short, relevant content, LinkedIn outreach, expert networks like Round Table Group, and targeted legal conferencesâespecially womenâs events. Her advice? Skip the long academic papers and focus on concise insights attorneys care about.
"I can get a much better picture of a site with drones than ever before." Tree expert Marty Shaw reveals how technology revolutionized his expert witness practice. Discover how he breaks down complex issues for juries while helping people reach conflict resolution.
Check out the entire episode for our discussion on expertsâ impact on justice, billing considerations, and the importance of gratitude: https://bit.ly/43TTi5p
11/06/2025
In the expert witness world, your reputation is built not just on knowledge, but on how you handle uncertainty. Owning what you donât know can be just as powerful as sharing what you do. Benjamin Mink shares how transparency builds trust in expert witnessing.
Listen to his journey from Alaska State Trooper to DEA compliance expert on the latest Engaging Experts episode: https://bit.ly/4nEApKI
Have you had a moment where transparency strengthened your professional credibility?
11/06/2025
đž After 30+ years as a dog trainer, Jill Kessler-Miller brings a unique perspective to the courtroom.
As an expert witness in animal behavior, she works with both plaintiffs and defendantsâalways as a neutral party. Her mission? To help attorneys understand what really happened by analyzing the dogâs behavior, not just human testimony.
In cases full of conflicting stories, Jill lets the dogâs actions speak for themselves. Itâs a powerful reminder that truth can come from unexpected placesâand that objectivity, empathy, and experience are essential in uncovering it.
đś What would your dog say if it could testify?
11/05/2025
đ Expert Witness Tip from Linda van Roosmalen
Even if you're not available to take on a case, your response still matters.
Linda reminds us that maintaining strong relationships with attorneys isnât just about the work you doâit's also about how you show up when you canât do the work. Referrals, thoughtful direction, and simply hearing someone out can go a long way in building trust and long-term connections.
đ¤ Bonding with attorneys and firms is a strategic investment in your expert witness career.
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In 1995, Round Table Group was established as the worldâs first âvirtualâ consulting firm consisting entirely of Ph.D. and M.D. faculty members from leading academic institutions. The first university professors to be admitted as âRound Table Scholarsâ hailed from Northwestern University, the University of Chicago, Cornell University, Vanderbilt University, Harvard University, and Stanford University. Within three years, Round Table Groupâs consortium of participating Scholars included faculty members from nearly all major universities in the US, the UK, Canada, Hong Kong, and Singapore. In 1996, the firm began admitting highly skilled practitioners in select fields, becoming a consulting/advisory firm of elite talent across numerous fields.
In 1997, Round Table Group began advising elite law firms by locating, vetting and engaging the Round Table Scholars to serve as expert witnesses in complex litigation matters. Soon, Round Table Group was doing business with the entire âAmLaw 200.â The firm also provided customized executive education to leading global companies. The firmâs exploits and achievements have been profiled in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Fortune Magazine, the Chicago Tribune, Crainâs Chicago Business, and in several business case studies published by Stanford University. The firm was also elected to Inc. Magazineâs prestigious list of fast growing private companies an unprecedented six times.
In 2010, Round Table Group was acquired by Thomson Reuters. The following year, we expanded our team and increased our depth and expertise through the acquisition of the Silicon Valley Expert Witness Group, a firm serving the niche intellectual property and patent technology market.
The combined experience and expertise of Round Table Group and Silicon Valley Expert Witness Group, coupled with the data-rich resources and analytical capabilities of Thomson Reuters, enabled us to offer the most comprehensive solutions available for expert witness needs.
In 2019, on the eve of the 25th Anniversary of the firm, Thomson Reuters Expert Witness Services was re-acquired by its original founders, once again becoming the worldâs leading privately held consortium of scholars and practitioners serving law firms. 2019 also celebrates the addition of a comprehensive array of artificial intelligence capabilities and numerous partnerships that further enhance our expert search capabilities.
While Round Table Group has earned a certain mystique in the legal and scholarly communities, there is no mystery about how we perform our services: with distinguished professionalism, thorough and rigorous research, and a steadfast commitment to serving justice and ensuring that the best and most qualified expert witnesses take the stand for our clients.
