Mehjabeen Rahman, J.D.
Mehjabeen Rahman, J.D., is a versatile legal professional, currently a Law Graduate at Gutman, Mintz, Baker & Sonnenfeldt. She has been serving as a Staff Writer and Legal Blog Author for the Expert Institute since September 2015, where she conducts expert interviews and writes advisory articles for the legal community.
Her hands-on legal experience includes internships at the Kings County District Attorney's Office in the Special Victims Bureau and the Community Legal Assistance- Law Reform Advocacy Clinic. At the DA's office, Mehjabeen assisted in case preparation and trial observation, and at the Advocacy Clinic, she managed litigation for a Civil Action case and argued pretrial motions. Additionally, she gained experience in criminal defense and motion drafting during her internship at Renfro, Driscoll & Foster, LLP.
Mehjabeen earned her Juris Doctor from Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University, where she was a Mock Trial Team member, Clinic Student, and Associate Editor for the Hofstra Labor and Employment Law Journal. Her legal education and practical experiences underscore her expertise in legal research, writing, and trial preparation.
Using Trial Graphics to Strengthen Expert Witness Testimony
Visual evidence enhances expert testimony by making complex facts easier to understand. Jurors retain information better with demonstrative exhibits like graphics, videos, and models.
Posted on January 19, 2016 in Reports & Testimony & Trial Prep & Expert Witness
Top Attorneys Share Their Tips for Working With Experts
Attorneys reveal key strategies for selecting expert witnesses, emphasizing credibility, communication, and case strategy to maximize impact in high-stakes litigation.
Posted on March 1, 2016 in Selection & Vetting & Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice & Expert Witness
Surviving a Daubert Challenge: 6 Tips for Success
It’s less than a month before trial, and you've just learned that a Daubert challenge has been raised against your expert witness.
Posted on June 20, 2017 in Daubert & Frye & Reports & Testimony & Expert Witness
7 Ways to Win Big Box Retail Safety Cases With Expert Witnesses
Big box retail injury cases require expert witnesses who understand unique store environments, safety standards, and industry practices to strengthen litigation strategies.
Posted on October 13, 2015 in Premises Liability & Selection & Vetting & Expert Witness
Mining Expert Witnesses – 8 Tips to Maximize Value
Maximize the value of mining expert witnesses in litigation by understanding industry regulations, assembling the right team, leveraging technology, and effectively presenting testimony.
Posted on November 3, 2015 in Expert Witness & Selection & Vetting
Best Practices For Preparing Expert Depositions
Expert depositions play a crucial role in litigation, impacting trial outcomes. Proper preparation, adherence to rules, and strategic planning ensure credible, effective testimony.
Posted on November 14, 2015 in Depositions & Exams & Expert Witness
A Paralegal’s Guide to Working With Expert Witnesses
Paralegals play a vital role in managing expert witnesses, from selecting the right expert to handling credentials, coordination, and fees—key for successful litigation.
Posted on November 23, 2015 in Expert Witness & Selection & Vetting & Fees & Costs
3D Printing: A New Dimension of Expert Testimony
3D printing is transforming courtroom evidence, allowing jurors to see and touch precise models in cases like malpractice, forensics, and product liability.
Posted on November 30, 2015 in Privacy & Technology & Reports & Testimony & Expert Witness
Experts of the Future: 4 Areas of Emerging Litigation
Emerging litigation is evolving with advancements in robotics, biotech, 3D printing, and UAVs, driving demand for expert witnesses in cyberpsychology, AI, and digital forensics.
Posted on December 22, 2015 in Privacy & Technology & Industry Reports & Expert Witness
22 Best Apps For Working With Expert Witnesses
Discover 22 powerful apps designed to help attorneys and expert witnesses streamline research, organization, trial prep, billing, and collaboration in an increasingly digital legal world.
Posted on December 29, 2015 in Expert Witness & Legal Technology