Expert Witness Referral · Since 2005
We connect attorneys with consulting and testifying experts to assist in every stage of litigation.
300+ specialties. Complimentary consultation. 24-hour turnaround. No obligation.
You do a lot of things every day that only a lawyer can do. Finding experts is not one of them — and it's the only thing we do.
Vident Partners Advantages
Experience and Insights
We have located experts across over 300 specialties in fields as diverse as healthcare, engineering, technology, construction, finance, and many more. Our experience spans every stage and type of litigation.
Value-Added Service
There is no obligation to retain our expert for your case. Our complimentary search is a value-added service. Whether you engage our expert or not, we intend to help your overall strategy and preparedness, for every stage and type of litigation.
Customized Search
In an industry where the norm is simply to forward resumes from a database, Vident Partners differentiates itself by performing an in-depth search for each client engagement. We can identify quality experts in any field, often in 24 hours or less.
Truth favors no side.
Plaintiff
“Adversity is the first path to truth.”
Defense
“Learn what is true in order to do what is right.”
Expert Directory
16 categories. 300+ specialties.
Litigation Intelligence
Research for the cases that matter now
Original research briefings on the litigation trends driving expert witness demand.
Social Media & Youth Mental Health Litigation: Where It Stands and What It Means for Expert Witnesses
Social Media MDLFentanyl Prosecutions and the Demand for Medical Toxicologists: A Litigation Landscape Overview
Fentanyl & ToxicologyVideo Game Addiction Litigation: An Early-Stage Mass Tort With Growing Momentum
Video Game AddictionFeatured Experts
World-class experts in high-demand litigation areas
Vident identifies and connects attorneys with leading professionals in the most critical areas of active litigation.
Barry N. Feldman, Ph.D., LICSW
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, UMass Chan Medical School
Ph.D. · LICSW · AAS Master Trainer · Psychological Autopsy Certified
A nationally recognized suicidologist with 20+ years of clinical, teaching, and research experience. Director of Psychiatry Programs in Public Safety at UMass Chan Medical School, with 644+ research citations.
Stephen L. Thornton, M.D., FACEP
Medical Director, Kansas Poison Control Center · Associate Professor, University of Kansas
Triple Board-Certified: Emergency Medicine, Medical Toxicology, Addiction Medicine
A triple board-certified physician leading the Kansas Poison Control Center, with 95 peer-reviewed publications, 1,100+ citations, and 31+ documented expert witness cases for both plaintiff and defense.
Al Vangura Jr., M.S., CPSI
Forensic Biomechanics Expert · University of Pittsburgh (Bioengineering)
M.S. Bioengineering, Pitt · B.S. Biomechanics, Penn State · CPSI Certified
A forensic biomechanics specialist with nearly 40 years of product development experience, 400+ cases retained, and testimony accepted in 13 states across county, state, and federal courts. Key expert in a $19 million jury verdict.
Douglas J. Blair, MBA, FACMPE, CPHIMS
President, Electronic Medical Record Association · Former CIO, OhioGuidestone
MBA · FACMPE · CPHIMS · Epic Systems Certified · U.S. Army Veteran
A healthcare IT executive with 30+ years leading EMR implementations at major health systems nationwide. President of the EMR Association, with expert witness experience in 8+ states and involvement in 36+ hospital investigations.
These profiles showcase the caliber of experts in our network. Featured individuals are real professionals with verified credentials. Their inclusion represents the type of expertise Vident Partners connects with attorneys — specific expert availability is confirmed on a case-by-case basis.
Complimentary Consultation
Tell us about your case and we'll identify the right expert at no cost. You only pay when you engage the expert directly.
24-Hour Turnaround
Receive qualified expert referrals within one business day of your request.
Attorneys, Not Middlemen
Our team includes JDs who understand the legal context of your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about expert witness referral
What does an expert witness referral service do?
An expert witness referral service connects attorneys with qualified professionals who can provide expert testimony, consulting, and case analysis. Vident Partners identifies experts across 300+ specialties based on your specific case requirements, credentials needed, and timeline.
How much does it cost to search for an expert witness?
Vident Partners offers a complimentary search at no cost. You only pay when you decide to engage an expert directly. There is no obligation to retain any expert we recommend.
How quickly can you find an expert witness?
In most cases, we provide qualified expert candidates within 24 hours of receiving your request. For highly specialized or urgent matters, we prioritize accordingly and communicate timelines transparently.
What types of cases do you handle?
We cover 16 practice area categories and more than 300 individual specialties, including medical malpractice, construction defects, forensic analysis, technology and cyber, business and finance, environmental litigation, employment disputes, and many more.
How do you vet expert witnesses?
Our team, which includes JD-credentialed professionals, evaluates experts based on academic credentials, professional experience, publication history, prior testimony experience, and Daubert/Frye readiness. We assess fit for your specific case, not just general qualifications.
Do you work with both plaintiff and defense attorneys?
Yes. Vident Partners serves both plaintiff and defense counsel, as well as government attorneys and in-house legal teams. Truth favors no side — our role is to connect you with the most qualified expert regardless of which side you represent.
Can you find experts for Daubert or Frye challenges?
Yes. We specifically evaluate experts for their ability to withstand Daubert and Frye challenges, including the sufficiency of their methodology, the reliability of their opinions, and their experience with courtroom testimony under cross-examination.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve attorneys nationwide across all 50 states. Our expert network includes professionals throughout the United States, and we can identify experts with specific geographic proximity to your jurisdiction when needed.
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