Understanding the curriculum vitae
A curriculum vitae (also known as a CV) is a document you create that outlines your education and experience, your certifications and membership, and professional organizations. The court and attorneys who determine your qualifications as an expert witness will use your CV to make that determination. The contents of your CV will contain a synopsis of what makes you an expert; it will highlight all the experiences that make you an expert in your field.
There is no specific format you have to use when creating your CV, but all of them will contain the same content as it is the history of your professional life.
At the top of the CV will be your name and contact information. This ensures that your name is spelled correctly throughout the proceeding and when added to the witness list. You will also want to identify the field you are an expert in. If the attorney, judge, or court clerk is dealing with multiple experts in a matter, this helps to...
