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Country Expert Witness

Expert verification standards

Every expert on the roster must pass a published five-point verification protocol before matching is offered to counsel.

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Step 01

Academic Credentials Verification

Confirm degrees, appointments, publications, and subject-matter standing relevant to the instructed jurisdiction and claim type.

Step 02

Judicial Track Record Audit

Review prior report and testimony experience across immigration, asylum, and related appellate forums where available.

Step 03

Impartiality Compliance

Assess conflicts, prior advocacy positions, and capacity to deliver objective, court-admissible analysis.

Step 04

Data Protection Agreement

Require encrypted handling commitments and clear rules against retaining unredacted applicant PII beyond matter need.

Step 05

Ongoing Conflict-Check Protocol

Re-screen for opposing-party conflicts and availability before each new match is confirmed.

Neutrality

Statement of Neutrality

Country Expert Witness maintains institutional independence. Experts provide objective country facts for tribunals and courts. Matching is organized around evidentiary need, not preferred case outcomes.

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