Expert witness agreement

This is an agreement between ________, hereinafter “Client”, and Dr. Richard J. Stride, hereinafter “Consultant/Forensic Expert/Peer Reviewer/Private Investigator”.

1. Claims Covered by Agreement

a. Client retains Consultant/Expert Witness/Peer Reviewer/Private Investigator to assist in developing Client’s strategy with respect to hereinafter “Matter”.

2. Services to Be Provided

a. Consultant/Expert Witness/Peer Reviewer/Private Investigator agrees to provide services reasonably required to assist Client in developing a negotiation and/or litigation position and strategy. This may include but is not limited to conversing with Client, witnesses; working in cooperation and concert with Client’s attorney, accountant, or Client’s other strategic representatives; gathering relevant information; evaluating Client’s case; making recommendations; and attending negotiation, mediation, or settlement conference sessions; depositions; expert witness testimony.

3. Client’s Duty

a. Client agrees to be truthful with Consultant/Expert Witness/Peer Reviewer/Private Investigator in discussing all aspects of the Matter and shall keep Consultant/Expert Witness/Peer Reviewer/Private Investigator apprised of all changes and new developments regarding the Matter…

4. Deposit

Client shall pay fifteen hundred dollars ($1,500.00) by the date of the signing of this agreement. This initial deposit shall be deemed EARNED when received and shall be non-refundable…