Frequently Asked Questions
Expert Matching Services
Where do you find your experts?
We find our experts through a variety of sources including traditional research, referrals from other experts, attorneys, law firms, educational institutions. We also receive steady stream of experts applying to work with us through our website. All experts are vetted thoroughly to ensure the highest quality and credibility.
What types of experts do you have?
At ExpertPays, we have an extensive nationwide network of more than 3,000 experts in every specialty serving every state including but not limited to:
- Life Care Planning
- Future Medical Care
- Vocational Assessment
- Economic Loss
- Accident Reconstruction
- Pain Management Solutions
- Biomechanical Analysis
- Human Factors Evaluation
- Functional Capacity Evaluation
- Forensic Medical Evaluations
- Forensic Engineering & Safety
- Product Failure / Liability
- Professional Negligence
- Real Estate Contract Law & Construction Defects
- Bad Faith
- Medical Malpractice
- And More
What if I have my own experts?
If approved, ExpertPays can offer no-recourse, fixed fee, deferred payment for experts you’ve already hired.
How long does it take to find an expert?
ExpertPays sources an expert within a few weeks of receiving your request.
Expert Matching Fees:
- Standard $500.
- Rush (within 30 days) $1,500.
If we are unable to match you with an expert, your expert matching fees are refunded.
If we enter into a deferred payment solution, your expert matching fees are credited against final invoicing.
Can you recommend legal support vendors?
ExpertPays can connect you with legal & trial support vendors and offer the same deferred payment solutions as matching experts.
Support Vendors Include, but aren’t limited to:
- Day in the Life Videos
- Settlement Documentaries
- Court Reporting
- Animators/Animations
- Trial Consultants
- Policy Limits Searches
- Medical Records Retrieval
- Private Investigators
- Process Servers
and more.
Payments with ExpertPays
What is deferred payment?
Our deferred payment plan provides fixed rate, no-recourse solutions for experts and case costs.
We pay the costs up front, there is no repayment unless the case settles in your client’s favor.
What case cost expenses can be submitted for deferred payment?
Our deferred payment plan covers a wide range of case-related expenses, including
- Expert witness fees
- Deposition costs
- Mediation fees
- Court filing fees
- Investigation costs
- Trial preparation costs
- Forensic testing
- And More
Can I use deferred payment for costs already accrued?
Yes, in many cases! If you have already paid expert fees or other eligible expenses, we may be able to include them in the deferred payment plan. Contact us to discuss your specific situation and options.
What options are available for other case costs?
ExpertPays has deferred payment, fixed fee, no-recourse payment plans for all types of approved case costs. Contact us to review your cases.
Your cases
What type of cases do you find experts for?
ExpertPays can help source experts in nearly every type of case.
Working with ExpertPays
Will I have a dedicated team?
YES! You will have a dedicated team. Once setup in our system your account manager will be your primary point of contact with ExpertPays.
In addition ExpertPays executive team is available to discuss any additional questions.
How do I use the online portal?
The case portal from ExpertPays is a robust, easy to use system that allows you to submit cases, manage requests, track expert deliverables and access payment information.
Designed to be quick and easy, ask your account manager for a walk-through of the ExpertPays portal.
How long does it take?
Account setup is free, requires no commitment, and takes only moments.
Underwriting may take up to one week. Expert matching may take a few weeks after submission, depending on the experts needed.
Note: Timelines vary by matter. Submit matters as early as possible to avoid delays or additional fees.
Can I speak with someone to get direction on my cases?
Our team is available to assist with any questions on expert matching to help you build the strongest case. Contact your assigned account manager to schedule a time to chat.