Expert Witness & Litigation

80+

Testimony appearances

Independent forensic DNA expert witness services grounded in laboratory leadership, validation expertise, and courtroom experience.

TrueNorth Forensic Consulting provides independent expert witness and litigation consulting in matters involving forensic DNA analysis, human identification technologies, laboratory operations, and forensic quality systems.

Expert opinions are based on extensive experience as a forensic DNA laboratory technical leader, global forensic product and technology expert, and testifying expert in state courts.

1,000+

Forensic DNA cases worked

Areas of expertise

  • Forensic DNA analysis and interpretation

  • Human identification technologies and workflows

  • Laboratory validation studies and method implementation

  • ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and quality systems

  • Laboratory policies, procedures, and casework practices

  • Forensic technology performance and limitations

Case file review and technical consultation

  • Independent review of forensic DNA case files and associated documentation

  • Evaluation of analytical methods, interpretation, and reporting practices

  • Identification of technical issues, limitations, and potential sources of error

  • Consultation with legal teams to clarify forensic evidence and implications

Expert reports, affidavits, and declarations

  • Preparation of expert reports, affidavits, and declarations

  • Clear documentation of opinions, methodologies, and scientific rationale

  • Technical critique of opposing expert reports and laboratory practices

Deposition and trial testimony

  • Deposition testimony in civil and criminal matters

  • Trial testimony at state and federal levels

  • Preparation and consultation to support effective presentation of forensic evidence

Review and critique of laboratory methods and validation data

  • Review of laboratory validation studies and quality systems

  • Assessment of compliance with accreditation and best practices

  • Evaluation of forensic technologies and workflow implementation

Expert Witness Services