Autism Expert Witnesses in Arizona

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Autism expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including psychology, psychiatry, education, pediatrics, and neurology. Some of the most common specialties include autism diagnosis, ABA therapy, special education, disability accommodation, and developmental pediatrics. They can opine on the effects of autism on behavior, communication, learning, safety, employment, and independent living.

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  • Review Fee $500/hr
    Deposition Fee $650/hr
    Court Fee $700/hr

    This expert gained his MD from the University of South Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency in neurology at Brown University. He completed an additional fellowship in behavioral neurology and neuropsychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco. This expert is board certified in neurology. Currently he is an assistant professor of neurology of a university's memory and aging center and an attending at a neurology clinic.

    Assistant Professor, A Medical School in CA

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of South Florida

    San Francisco,

    California

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  • This expert is a well qualified and experienced drug and alcohol treatment professional. He completed his BA at SUNY, and his MS in clinical mental health counseling and MBA at UNLV. He is a certified addictionologist and a licensed alcohol and drug counselor. He is also active in the field as a member of the State of Nevada Association for Addiction Professionals and serves on the Governor’s Substance Abuse Working Group. He previously was the president and chief operating officer of Sierra Health Services, and was the president and co-founder of an addiction treatment facility called Resolutions. He currently is the regional vice president for a residential drug treatment company in Nevada.

    Regional Vice President, A Residential Drug Treatment Company in NV

    Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Nevada, Las Vegas

    Nevada

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  • This highly qualified neuropsychology expert is a licensed psychologist specializing in TBI, autism, and developmental delays. She received her BA in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley and went on to receive her MS in clinical health and psychology from the University of Florida, Gainesville. She went on to complete her Ph.D. in clinical and health psychology with a concentration in neuropsychology at the same institution. She completed a neuropsychology internship at the University of Florida before completing a postdoctoral fellowship in neuropsychology at the VA Northern California Health Care System. She is an active member of her community as a member of the Sacramento Valley Psychological Association. She has formerly held appointments in psychology, neurology, and clinical science at multiple different institutions, including, Santa Fe Community College and the University of California at Berkeley. She has also worked, clinically, for VA Northern California Health Care System and John Muir Medical Center. Currently, she serves as an assistant clinical professor of neurology at a major University in California, an expert reviewer and examiner for a state psychology board and as a psychologist for a private psychological practice in California.

    Independent Practitioner, A Private Psychological Practice in CA

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Florida, Gainesville

    California

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  • Review Fee $300/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr
    Court Fee $300/hr

    This highly-qualified social worker has more than 20 years of experience in her field, working in various settings such as residential treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, domestic violence shelters, and outpatient mental health clinics. She earned her BS in social work from Northern Arizona University before earning her MS in social work from the University of Southern California. This expert is a licensed clinical social worker and is active in her field as a member of the International Association of Trauma Professionals. Formerly, she served as a therapist at Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services before working in multiple roles in the psychiatry department of Kaiser Permanente. This expert is currently a social working in private practice in California, where she specializes in several areas related to women's health, including maternal mental health and PTSD.

    Social Worker, A private practice in CA

    Master of Science (MS), University of Southern California

    Woodland Hills,

    California

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What Can an Autism Expert Witness Opine On?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Structured approach to improve behavior.

Speech Therapy

Enhances communication skills and language.

Occupational Therapy

Develops daily living skills and routines.

Social Skills Training

Teaches interaction and relationship-building.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Addresses negative thoughts and behaviors.

Parent Training Programs

Equips parents with effective strategies.

FAQs for Autism Expert Witnesses

What is a autism expert witness?

An autism expert witness is a qualified professional who explains autism-related issues in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving expert testimony, and clarifying complex autism evidence.

In what types of cases might the testimony of an autism expert witness be required?

An autism expert witness is needed in criminal defense, competency, special education (IDEA/IEP), disability claims, employment discrimination, family law, and personal injury cases.

How can an autism expert witness assist in evaluating witness credibility?

An autism expert witness can explain how autism affects communication and behavior, helping courts fairly assess witness credibility without misinterpreting autistic traits.

What qualifications should counsel require from an autism expert witness?

Counsel should require an autism expert witness to have advanced clinical training, licensure, extensive ASD evaluation experience, and prior forensic or courtroom testimony.

How does an autism expert witness analyze social communication evidence?

An autism expert witness analyzes social communication evidence by comparing observed behaviors and interaction patterns to clinical autism criteria and developmental norms.

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