Engaging with Panel Experts, Professor Marom Bikson and George Reis
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Today’s episode is a panel discussion on the Expert-Attorney relationship. Our panelists are Professor Marom Bikson and Mr. George Reis.
Professor Marom Bikson is a professor at the City College of New York, where he is the Co-Director of the Neural Engineering Group. He specializes in the effects of electricity on the human body, and his research has been published in numerous scientific journals. Additionally, Professor Bikson has been awarded multiple patents, and holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University.
George Reis, owner of Imaging Forensics, a forensic analysis firm specializing in media including video, digital images, and photographs. He is a sought-after expert that has testified approximately 90 times, including over 50 times in court. Additionally, Mr. Reis is the author of Photoshop for Forensics Experts.
Attorneys assess expert witnesses on several factors before hiring, and experts do the same. A great relationship is the intersection of compatible styles, mutual respect, and open, honest, and frequent communication. Each attorney and every case is different, making patience and flexibility key attributes for a successful engagement.
Check out the full episode for our discussion on spotting red flags, staying proactive during the case, and trial team dynamics.
Chapters
1. Introduction to Expert Panelists (00:00:00)
2. Starting the Attorney-Expert Relationship (00:01:23)
3. Identifying Red Flags with Attorneys (00:04:47)
4. Delivering Unwelcome News to Attorneys (00:09:17)
5. Wrapping Up Engagements and Feedback (00:13:07)
6. Declining Problematic Attorney Engagements (00:18:04)
7. Building Successful Expert-Attorney Relationships (00:24:22)
8. Expert Demeanor and Trial Preparation (00:31:52)
9. Visual Aids and Team Dynamics (00:42:31)
10. Final Advice for New Experts (00:49:07)
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