Division: SSSA Division: Consulting Soil Scientists

Title: Symposium--so You Think You're an Expert - Consulting As an Expert Witness

Lead Community Sponsor:
Cosponsor: SSSA Division: Wetland Soils
Community Cosponsor: Soil and Water Management Professionals Community, Professional Applied Agronomists Community, Crop Management Professionals Community
Format: Oral Symposium
Keywords: Consultant, Expert, Legal and Soil

Session Description: Whether you are a University Professor, Industry Professional, CPSS, CPAg or CCA the opportunity to consult as an expert witness is one to carefully consider before accepting the role.  Does your experience apply in this case?  Does being an expert witness in this case conflict with your employers or your certifications Code of Ethics?  What are the risks or liabilities as an expert witness?  How much time is needed to be a well prepared expert witness?  Hear from science society peers and legal experts about how to be a quality expert witness, and when you should decline the role.