Two Perspectives on the Path to Becoming an FVS Expert for Litigation
There are ample opportunities for FVS professionals who are interested in becoming expert witnesses in litigation involving valuation appraisals and forensic accounting. However, it can often be difficult to get your foot in the door. Further, being an expert witness requires an additional skillset to those needed to perform the analysis. Two accountants of differing experience levels will share their perspectives on getting qualified and the resources they use to prepare for expert witness testimony.
Format
Webcast
NASBA Field of Study
Accounting
Level
Overview
CPE Credits
1.5
Instructor
Karolina Calhoun, Greg P Saunders
Availability
3 months
Product Number
WC4202368
Accelerating Development as an Expert
Valuation appraisers and forensic accountants who can provide effective expert witness testimony continue to be in high demand. However, building a curriculum vitae doesn’t happen overnight and it is oftentimes difficult to get hired as an expert with little to no prior testifying experience. In this webinar, we will discuss ways that these professionals further their careers in the litigation space. We will also discuss your role as an expert witness within the litigation process.
Expert witness testimony requires an additional skill set beyond those needed to perform the analysis, including various communication skills. Consequently, we will cover approaches to successfully deliver your opinion to the trier of fact.
We will identify the resources that we have found most helpful in these engagements, from preparing the analysis to providing testimony, to the question “How do I get my first testimony experience?”
Key Topics
- Gain expert witness knowledge, education, training, and skills
- How to deliver unbiased testimony
- Techniques for effective communication
Learning Outcomes
- Recognize the key skills, attributes and responsibilities needed to be an expert witness.
- Identify resources to assist in the preparation of expert reports and testimony.
- Select ways to build your curriculum vitae.
Who Will Benefit
Valuation appraisers and forensic accountants with little to no prior experience testifying as expert witnesses.
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