Recruiter - Legal & Expert Witness Sector

The Expert Witness Recruiter is responsible for maintaining, expanding, and strategically sourcing Dane Street’s network of specialized expert witnesses. This includes identifying and onboarding high-caliber experts—such as physicians, economists, biomechanical engineers, accident reconstructionists, life care planners, and ballistics experts—negotiating retention fees within pre-established guidelines, and ensuring that all open service requests (OSRs) are resolved promptly. The ideal candidate will leverage research skills, industry networking, and strong communication to close niche talent gaps and support our legal and insurance operations.

Key Responsibilities

Network Maintenance & Growth

• Understand client requirements, case constraints, and turnaround time (TAT) deadlines to negotiate expert witness agreement terms.
• Proactively research and source new niche specialists (e.g., engineering, financial, forensic, and scientific fields) to meet evolving client litigation needs.
• Onboard new expert witnesses based on case demand, managing the collection of required documentation (curriculum vitae, specialized certifications, fee schedules, W9s, and background checks).
• Maintain existing expert records, including fee schedules, profile updates, and active/inactive statuses.
• Coordinate with the Director of Operations to finalize specialized fee structures.

Special Assignments & Contract Negotiation