JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking an experienced Employment Expert Witness consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of workplace practices, human resources, hiring/firing procedures, wage and hour issues, employment law compliance, and standard HR protocols. This position is ideal for someone with a strong HR or employment law background who wants to apply their expertise in a legal setting to support attorneys and courts in understanding complex employment matters.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Employment Law, or related field (advanced degree or JD preferred).
• Substantial experience in HR management, employment law, or labor relations.
• Demonstrated experience providing expert testimony in legal proceedings (depositions/trials).
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to clearly explain complex employment concepts to non-experts.
• HR certifications (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP) or legal licensure preferred.

• Provide expert analysis on employment-related cases, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and workplace investigations.
• Draft detailed expert reports and declarations based on comprehensive review of documents, policies, and employment practices.
• Testify as an expert witness in depositions, hearings, and trials-translating HR and employment concepts for judges, juries, and attorneys.
• Consult with legal teams to shape case strategy and advise on employment standards and practices.
• Stay current on evolving federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.
• Review and assess company policies, employee handbooks, and personnel records for compliance and standard-of-care analysis.