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GILBERTSON INVESTIGATIONS

GILBERTSON INVESTIGATIONS

  • EXPERT WITNESS CASEWORK
    • USE OF FORCE
    • FALSE ARREST
    • CRIMINAL DEFENSE
    • SELF DEFENSE
  • GILBERTSON RESUME` & BIOGRAPHY
    • BIOGRAPHY
  • TABLE OF CASES
  • FEES & CONTACT US

GILBERTSON INVESTIGATIONS

An Expert Witness & Private Investigations Agency

EXPERTS IN POLICE PRACTICES Use of Force - False Arrest - Criminal Defense Self Defense

"The Truth Begins Here."

Email: gregorygilbertson@proton.me  Phone: (239) 571-1840

EXPERT WITNESS FEE SCHEDULE 

Gilbertson Investigations Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured expert witness firm based in Naples, Florida. The CEO and owner is Professor Gregory G. Gilbertson (Ret.).  Professor Gilbertson provides analysis, opinions, written reports, deposition and trial testimony to attorneys as an expert witness in police practices, use of force, false arrest, criminal and self-defense casework.

RETAINER FEE 

Attorney clients are invoiced a non-refundable retainer fee of $8000.00 before work begins.  This fee represents 29-hours of discovery review and report writing at $275.00 per hour.  Most reports are typically completed within the confines of the flat rate retainer. However, clients may be invoiced for additional casework at $275.00 per hour upon notification by Professor Gilbertson, and mutual agreement, that additional time is needed to complete the casework.  Business checks are the only accepted method of payment.

INITIAL CASE ASSESSMENT

Professor Gilbertson does not accept every case.  Initial telephone consultations are provided to attorneys at no charge.  However, a four (4) hour initial case assessment may be required in some cases and invoiced at $1100.00.  If Professor Gilbertson accepts the case after the initial assessment, the balance due will be $7000.00.

EXPEDITED REPORTS & SUSPENSE DATES 

Professor Gilbertson requires six (6) weeks to complete an expert report. Attorneys that require expedited reports in less than six (6) weeks agree to pay an up-charge of $2000.00. Attorneys also agree to provide Professor Gilbertson with a report suspense date before beginning work.

TRAVEL FOR TRIALS OR DEPOSITIONS

Travel for trials or depositions are invoiced at $2400.00 per day. Travel time begins three (3) hours before Professor Gilbertson’s scheduled departure from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and ends two (2) hours after the scheduled flight return time to Southwest Florida International Airport.  Professor Gilbertson travels with American Airlines for all out-of-town travel exceeding three hours driving time to the destination.  Further, retaining counsel is responsible for all travel expenses including airline tickets, hotel accommodation, and ground transportation.  If Professor Gilbertson is asked to drive for trial or deposition testimony, retaining counsel will be invoiced at $100.00 per hour and $0.70 cents per mile.

DEPOSITION FEES – OPPOSING COUNSEL

Opposing counsel is invoiced at $500.00 per hour with a three (3) hour minimum for all depositions.  Payment of deposition fees is required in advance of the deposition date. Therefore, a minimum deposition fee of $1500.00 is required from opposing counsel prior to all depositions. Depositions that exceed 3-hours will be billed to opposing counsel at $500.00 per hour for each additional hour.

DEPOSITION FEES – RETAINING COUNSEL

Two (2) hours of deposition preparation time will be invoiced to retaining counsel at $275.00 per hour.  If for any reason opposing counsel fails to compensate Professor Gilbertson for his deposition fees prior to the deposition, retaining counsel agrees to pay all deposition fees within five (5) weeks of concluding the deposition.  Unless otherwise agreed upon in writing, it is the responsibility of both retaining and opposing counsel to pay Professor Gilbertson’s deposition fees prior to his examination.

W-9 FORMS

Gilbertson Investigations is a registered S-Corporation in the state of Florida.  Retaining and opposing counsel will receive a signed W-9 form from Professor Gilbertson and Gilbertson Investigations with their fee agreement or deposition invoice.

RETAINER REFUNDS

Once Professor Gilbertson has been retained by counsel, through a signed Expert Witness Fee Agreement, no refunds of fees will be issued to clients.

DISCLAIMERS

Professor Gregory Gilbertson and Gilbertson Investigations Inc. makes no guarantees with respect to favorable or unfavorable results in any civil or criminal case.  Moreover, Professor Gilbertson makes no guarantees regarding the admissibility of his expert reports or trial testimony. The admissibility of any report, analysis, or opinions authored by Professor Gilbertson is the responsibility of the retaining attorney.  While Professor Gilbertson has never been disqualified as an expert witness in any state or federal court, he assumes no liability and will issue no refunds for reports or testimony which is excluded at trial.

CONTACT

Professor Gregory Gilbertson is available by telephone from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, Eastern Standard Time (including weekends). He can be reached at 239-571-1840 or 239-529-2137.  The mailing address for Gilbertson Investigations Inc. is 2334 2nd Avenue NE, Naples, FL 34120-3705. Professor Gilbertson’s email address is: gregorygilbertson@proton.me.

Gilbertson sets a high standard for expert testimony in police practices.  

 

“Professor Gregory Gilbertson's comprehensive knowledge and incisive analyses sets a high standard for expert testimony in police practices.  His credentials are impeccable, and knowledge of police procedures, use of force, de-escalation techniques, and crisis intervention is very high.  Notably, his expertise has been acknowledged and recognized by the federal court. Professor Gilbertson's contributions to my cases have been invaluable. His keen ability to analyze and deconstruct complex situations, particularly regarding the reasonable application of force, has consistently offered pivotal insights. His commentary on police training and policy, coupled with his application of the Graham v. Connor standard, has been instrumental in shedding light on the nuances of use of force. Professor Gilbertson demonstrates an unwavering commitment to clarity and precision.  His lucid explanations and articulate presentation skills makes the complex and contentious topics of police use of force easily understandable to attorneys and the layman alike. He possesses the remarkable ability to distill complicated legal and tactical concepts into comprehensible language without compromising depth or accuracy. Professor Gilbertson's analysis, communication, and professionalism will significantly enhance any legal team. For anyone seeking an expert witness who combines intellectual rigor with impeccable character, I wholeheartedly recommend Professor Gregory Gilbertson." Angus Lee, Former District Attorney and Civil Rights Lawyer, Vancouver, WA / www.angusleelaw.com

 

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