In high-stakes intellectual property litigation (or, in this case, steaks), the right expert can make all the difference. IMS Legal Strategies is known for quickly connecting legal teams with top-tier subject matter experts across a wide range of industries and specialties. This particular expert witness search involved a complex inter partes review (IPR) and proprietary beef testing technology.
The Case Challenge
The IPR proceeding centered on a highly technical method for detecting E. coli in beef without sacrificing significant portions of the product. Our client needed to identify an expert witness with advanced knowledge in food safety testing, statistical analysis, and microbiology, as well as prior experience in patent litigation and deposition testimony. All parties and patent details were to remain confidential, adding another layer of complexity to the expert search.
The Expert Solution
IMS responded swiftly. Within one week, our expert witness team sourced and conducted outreach to eight highly qualified candidates. By the following week, we presented a carefully vetted shortlist of experts who met the client’s criteria for scientific expertise, litigation experience, and communication skills.
The selected expert held a PhD in food science and technology and had decades of experience in food safety and microbiology. A combination of academic and testifying experience gave him high-level technical authority and courtroom credibility, which was essential for supporting our client’s litigation strategy.
The Outcome
The expert’s declaration was filed with the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), providing critical scientific analysis that supported our client’s position. Following the submission, the parties reached a settlement and jointly moved to terminate the proceeding.
Experienced Technical Expert Witnesses for IP Disputes
Complex intellectual property cases can hinge on credible expert witness testimony, which is why precise alignment is critical.
Our dedicated technology expert witness division employs proven search methods—expedited by proprietary AI tools—to promptly identify candidates with the exact scientific, engineering, or analytical background your case demands. In addition to vetting technical credentials, we ensure that experts have the patent litigation experience and communication skills needed to make an impact in PTAB and trial proceedings.
Strengthen your strategy and enter the courtroom with confidence. Contact our team to secure the right expert for your IP case, without delay.
