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Podcast Episode 9: Becoming an Expert Witness
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Podcast Episode 9: Becoming an Expert Witness

bySean Mosby

 

In the 9th episode of the Expert Matters Podcast, we look at how to become an Expert Witnesss. If you think expert witness work might be for you, don't miss the great advice in this month's episode where we talk to the wider EWI team on expert witness training, how to become an EWI member, and the key next steps to get your practice up and running, from setting up your business, terms and conditions, and insurance to sorting out your CV, marketing strategy and web presence.

You can listen to Episode 9 of the Expert Matters Podcast on a number of podcast apps, including spotify and apple podcasts. If you can't find the podcast on your favourite app, let us know at expertmatters@ewi.org.uk. 

Chapters:

00:00  Introduction

01:38  What is an Expert Witness

03:21   What is the Expert Witness Institute

03:44  Membership of the Expert Witness Institute

20:48  Expert Witness Training

32:37 Your Next Steps: Advice from the EWI Team

38:05 Working with Agencies

39.19  Conclusion

The resources we mention in this episode are:

Expert Witness Training

The Core Competencies Framework for Expert Witnesses

Training and Events

Becoming an Expert Witness - Your First Steps

Core Training for Experts

Single Joint Expert Training

EWI Study Day

EWI Membership

Personal Membership

Corporate Membership

Associate Membership

Mentoring

Member Helpline

Find an Expert Directory

Expert Terms and Conditions of Engagement

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Supplier Discounts

EWI Knowledge Hub

Working with Agencies

EWI Guidance for Experts Approached by Unscrupulous Expert Witness Agencies

Contact details

membership@ewi.org.uk for membership enquiries

events@ewi.org.uk for enquires about training or events

info@ewi.org.uk for anything else

Phone: 020 3880 0064

We would appreciate your feedback including improvements and ideas for content you would like us to include at expertmatters@ewi.org.uk. 

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