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IMS partners with the most influential global law firms and corporations to elevate their legal strategies. Through every stage of dispute resolution, we provide the full suite of sophisticated advisory services lawyers need to prevail. 

Our world-class consultants and experts have supported clients in thousands of the most consequential civil and commercial matters across every industry and discipline. Together, we win.

  • Who to Contact Press

    If you are a member of the press and would like to speak with someone at IMS, please contact Lauren Fay, Senior Communications Manager, at press@imslegal.com. This email is regularly monitored, and responses to press requests will be sent as soon as possible.

  • Who to Contact Clients & Experts

    If you are interested in our expert witness or consulting services, please reach out at contactus@imslegal.com or call 877-838-8464. You may also request a consultation here. If you are an expert, visit this page for additional resources.

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IMS Evolution

2024

  • Announced a new name and corporate identity, IMS Legal Strategies, to represent the company’s growth, evolution, and unwavering dedication to client success across the full lifecycle of high-stakes dispute resolution

2023

  • Acquired MMG Jury Consulting, bringing nationally recognized jury consultants and a vast wealth of educational resources and CLE programs to benefit IMS clients
  • Acquired Analytic Focus, a quantitative consulting firm providing financial, economic, and statistical analytics, predictive modeling, and data mining services, along with in-house direct experts
  • Recognized in The National Law Journal "Best of 2023" awards as a leading provider of online jury research services
  • Acquired Tsongas Litigation Consulting, adding exceptional talent and expertise to the jury consulting team and expanding IMS’s footprint into the Pacific Northwest
  • Grew to more than 300 employees across the US and UK

2022

  • Recognized by the National Law Review as a "Go-To Thought Leader" in the business of law and jury trial preparation
  • Acquired Z-Axis, an international visual communications firm with a strong history of success in complex legal actions, and expanded to the UK
  • Named a winner in The Recorder and The Legal Intelligencer's "Best Expert Witness Referral" category and Texas Lawyer's "Best Texas-Based Expert Witness" category
  • Recognized in The National Law Journal "Best of the Midwest" awards for remote trial services and litigation dispute advisory services in the area of consulting
  • Named a top online jury research provider in New York Law Journal's "Best of 2022" awards
  • Acquired the trial division of Precise, Inc. to further serve the trial presentation and technology needs of IMS clients in the Northeast US

2021

  • Named to The National Law Journal's Hall of Fame as Best Expert Witness Provider and Best Litigation Dispute Advisory Services Consulting
  • Launched Trial LinkTM, a remote trial presentation platform
  • Acquired nationally recognized firm Litigation Insights, increasing IMS’s depth and leadership in jury research, visual communication, and presentation strategy

2020

  • Launched COVID-19 Client Resource Hub and conducted in-depth jury research and industry analysis, publishing extensively on pandemic-related topics relevant to litigators
  • Named by the National Law Review as a "Go-To Thought Leader" for COVID-related coverage
  • Named to New York Law Journal's "Best of 2020" awards for Best Trial Presentation/Hot Seat Consulting
  • Company name changed to IMS Consulting & Expert Services to reflect new suite of offerings after IMS ExpertServices joined with respected trial consulting firm The Focal Point in 2019

2019

  • Acquires The Focal Point, a trial consulting firm based in Oakland, California, and expands offerings beyond expert witness services to include integrated trial services for every stage of litigation
  • Grows to more than 150 employees across four offices in the US
  • Recognized by the National Law Review in the "Go-To Thought Leader" awards for litigation strategy
  • Launches comprehensive, evidence-based Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB) program across all offices
  • Named national winner in eight categories of Corporate Counsel's "Best of 2019" reader favorite awards

2018

  • Recognized by the National Law Review as a "Go-To Thought Leader" for the firm's thought leadership work on intellectual property issues
  • Named "Top Company to Work for in Florida" by Florida Trend magazine, ranking 12th among all medium-sized businesses in the state

2017

  • Trinity Hunt Partners, a private equity firm based in Dallas, acquires majority interest in IMS

2012

  • Recognized by The National Law Journal as Best Expert Witness Provider

2011

  • Grows to more than 50 employess

2008

  • Recognized by Northwest Florida's Top Companies for Working Families by Northwest Florida Business Climate Magazine

2006

  • Named by Inc. Magazine in the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing Private Companies

2001

  • ExpertServices is born; first search and placement

1992

  • Intelligent Management Solutions founded by Mike Wein, Bill Wein, and Ted Gorder

Meet Our Executive Team

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  • Our Story

    IMS pioneered the executive-recruiting approach to connect lawyers with leading experts in every industry. 

    Today, we position clients for success throughout the lifecycle of high-stakes dispute resolution.

  • Our Team

    We offer an integrated team of the industry’s finest litigation professionals. 

    Our employees are empowered to find the right solutions and work together seamlessly in pursuit of client and company success.

  • Pro Bono

    Through the IMS Pro Bono Program, we serve worthwhile initiatives and legal matters.

    Servant leadership is a fundamental aspect of our company culture, and we strive to make a positive impact on our communities.

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IMS offers a fully integrated international team with decades of practical experience in more than 45,000 cases and 6,500 trials.