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Request an expert witness
The trusted provider of expert witnesses since 1959.
Experts are drawn from Unisearch’s extensive, and often exclusive, knowledge bank. The panel comprises unrivalled academics and renowned industry leaders drawn from Australia’s leading universities, commercial enterprises and independent consultancies.
Why choose Unisearch?
A personalised service
Each case is allocated to an individual Client Relationship Consultant, who manages your project through to completion.
Quality control
Unisearch checks every opinion for compliance and admissibility, which includes reviewing, proofing and publishing the expert’s report prior to submission to ensure it addresses the brief.
Back-end support
Unisearch handles expert logistics like subpoenas, reports, court appearances, travel, inspections, and quotations.
Save your time
Engaging Unisearch saves time, relieves resources and increases efficiency and productivity.
Minimise risk
We work with our experts to meet your deadlines and ensure their reports can withstand scrutiny.
Strengthen your case
Unisearch has a panel of over 2000+ vetted experts, some of whom are leading in their field of expertise.
Testimonials
"I have used Unisearch for over 20 years. They have always been proactive and supportive. They identify suitable experts, and their systems and staff make the process of engaging an expert simple and efficient. They take the time to build relationship and understand what we do. They are who I always call first. I commend them."
Brian Moroney - Partner, Moray and Agnew Lawyers
"I have referred many cases to Unisearch to obtain an expert opinion on various scientific, building and engineering disputes. I have always found the service level to be impressive. The main value associated with the Unisearch experience is the efficient and timely identification, authentication and selection of a suitable expert and the ongoing ease with which the Unisearch administration team members facilitate the arrangements under which work then proceeds with the chosen expert."
Roger Walter - Partner, TurksLegal
“We have sought the assistance of the Unisearch team to find the appropriate expert for many cases involving personal injury, product liability and property damage claims for various insurer clients of the firm. Their understanding and knowledge of the litigation process, the requirements and obligations on experts for their reports to be used as evidence and sourcing and instructing the correct expert for cases has been of great assistance. We would recommend Unisearch to any lawyer who requires assistance in obtaining expert opinion in their practice.”
Leighton Hawkes - Principal, McCabes Lawyers
“I exclusively use Unisearch when sourcing an appropriate liability expert. They have an extensive range of experts at their disposal and their service is both professional and efficient.”
David Hughes - Partner, BBW Lawyers
How it works
1. Brief
Connect directly with the Unisearch team to discuss your requirements. You will be assigned a dedicated Client Relationship Consultant responsible for overseeing the matter.
2. Expert match
Your Client Relationship Consultant will understand the brief, source the most suitable expert(s), advise availability and forward expert CVs for approval.
3. Approve & appoint
You consider and approve the proposed expert(s) and have a brief conversation if required. Once approved, Unisearch will prepare a fee proposal for you to authorise before appointing the expert.
4. Execution
Your Client Relationship Consultant will manage all aspects of the engagement, including connecting the expert with the client, managing travel and logistics, assisting with reports, and helping parties navigate the legal process.
5. Payment
Upon the completion of the engagement, a tax invoice will be issued. The expert will be paid within 30 days of receipt of the invoice for approved works.
