Mastering expert depositions in catastrophic accident cases.
This course is part four of the series on litigating catastrophic automobile accident cases, focusing on expert depositions. Participants will learn best practices for selecting, preparing, and deposing expert witnesses to build a compelling case. The session covers legal strategies, effective questioning techniques, and common pitfalls to avoid. Designed for litigators and legal professionals, this course provides practical insights to enhance trial preparation and maximize the impact of expert testimony.
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Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for Part 4 of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 4 – “Expert Depositions,” topics discussed will include preparation and conduction/defending the deposition of an expert witness.
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Attorney at Smiley & Smiley LLP
Andrew is the lead trial attorney for Smiley & Smiley, where his practice focuses on significant personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death. Andrew is a graduate of Brooklyn Law School. He served as Academy President in 2017–2018 and is also a Past President & Board Member of the New York City Trial Lawyers Alliance. He hosts The Mentor, Esq., a podcast for lawyers.
