Technology Expert Witness Services

Counsel ideally retains a technology expert witness at the earliest feasible stage, often during pre-suit investigations or before claim construction. When technology expert witnesses are involved early, they are better equipped to help shape the case strategy, identify potential weaknesses, and provide input on technical arguments. 

IMS Legal Strategies provides support throughout the life cycle of intellectual property litigation, including proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), International Trade Commission (ITC) hearings, trade secret disputes, claim construction (Markman) hearings, valuation matters, and trial testimony. 

In 2023, IMS integrated Teklicon, Inc., a premier Silicon Valley-based expert witness firm. This expansion underpins IMS's authority in the intellectual property and technology expert witness domain, strengthening our ability to deliver timely, precise expert search services in technology-driven cases.  

Technically complex intellectual property disputes arise in fields such as computer science, biotechnology, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. These disputes are most frequently litigated before the PTAB, the ITC, and in federal district courts, though international venues also play a significant role. IMS provides technology expert witness support in jurisdictions throughout the United States and also maintains experience in the United Kingdom.

IMS maintains a thoroughly vetted network of technology expert witnesses across disciplinesthat frequently relate in high-stakes intellectual property disputes. In computer science, IMS experts specialize in artificial intelligence, computer architecture, cybersecurity, distributed systems and databases, human–computer interaction, mobile technologies, image processing, networking, and software engineering. In the life sciences, IMS offers expertise in biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, chemistry, genetics,medical devices, medical research, and pharmaceuticals. Electrical engineeringand its subdisciplines are also well represented among IMS’s technology expert pool.

IMS utilizes a proprietary artificial intelligence tool to enhance our expert search process and perform a cursory match of your case within our global database. This delivers rapid expert matches. In a recent IP case, IMS identified and presented three qualified PhD candidates within twenty-four hours of engagement, with interviews scheduled within forty-eight hours. The selected expert contributed to a successful outcome, which included a limited exclusion order in a patent litigation proceeding. We aim for these results every time.

IMS specializes in locating experts who combine advanced technical expertise with extensive experience in intellectual property litigation. This perspective ensures that they can both explain complex subject matter and withstand rigorous cross-examination. We also have intellectual property experts and analysts who can support complex damages models that technical matters often require.

Retaining an expert through IMS confers distinct advantages over relying on an individual consultant, both in and out of the courtroom. In addition to professional expert witness sourcing, IMS also provides comprehensive support—including credibility screening, engagement support, and preparation resources—to ensure reliability throughout the litigation process.

The IMS network includes a vast number of experts who are authorities in artificial intelligence and machine learning, many of whom possess advanced academic and industry credentials. Whether a matter involves algorithm development, data science, or patent disputes, IMS can secure the appropriate expert for your case.

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