Social Worker Expert Witnesses in California

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Social worker expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including child welfare, mental health, substance abuse, healthcare social work, and school social work. Some of the most common specialties for these expert witnesses also include family services, geriatric social work, clinical social work, psychiatric social work, and community organization. They have provided opinions on the effects of child neglect and abuse, mental health disorders, addiction issues, elder care concerns, and the impact of socio-economic factors on individual well-being.

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Social Worker Experts in California

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This expert is a professor in the Department of Psychology at a CA based university. She is a clinical psychologist whose work focuses on the psychosocial consequences of violence, trauma and victimization with an emphasis on violence against women and other forms of interpersonal violence. Her work has addressed the mental health consequences of violence, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and depression as well as other important physical and social health outcomes. She also works in the areas of forensic psychology and frequently provides expert testimony in complex legal cases involving interpersonal violence.

Emeritus Professor, A University in CA

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Long Beach |

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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FAQs for Social Worker Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a social worker expert witness in legal proceedings?

A social worker expert witness provides insight into standards of care, ethical considerations, and practices within the field of social work. They can testify on matters related to child welfare, mental health, and more.

In what types of cases might a social worker expert witness be beneficial?

Social worker expert witnesses are often involved in family law cases, child custody disputes, abuse or neglect cases, mental health evaluations, and disability claims.

Can a social worker expert witness provide testimony on both clinical and policy issues?

Yes, social worker expert witnesses can offer valuable insights on both clinical practices and policy matters due to their comprehensive understanding of the field.

What subspecialties exist within the field of social work that an expert witness might focus on?

Subspecialties include child and family social work, school social work, healthcare social work, mental health and substance abuse social work, among others.

How does a social worker's expertise in human behavior contribute to their role as an expert witness?

Their understanding of human behavior allows them to provide context for individuals' actions or reactions within the framework of societal norms and regulations.

How does Expert Institute select its Social Worker expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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