Frequently Asked Questions

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General Questions

What is Expert Retainer?

Expert Retainer is an efficient, private, and direct way for attorneys to connect with expert witnesses—without middlemen, directories, or inflated fees.

How does Expert Retainer work?

Attorneys submit their expert needs, and our network of qualified experts is instantly notified. Experts respond directly, so attorneys get fast, relevant matches—no wasted time.

Does Expert Retainer allow search firms or agencies?

Nope. Only attorneys and independent experts can join. We keep it direct and transparent—no brokers, no middlemen.

Features

What makes Expert Retainer different?

We focus on speed, transparency, and confidentiality.

No directories. Experts stay private until they choose to engage.
No middlemen. Attorneys connect with experts directly.
No wasted time. Fast matches with experts who fit the case.

What types of experts are available?

Currently, we focus on medical experts across all specialties. Soon, we’ll expand to other professional fields.

Pricing

How much does it cost?

Attorneys: $450 per case submission—no hidden fees.
Experts: Join for free. No subscriptions, no paywalls.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Absolutely. If you don’t find the right expert within 30 days, we’ll refund you or conduct a custom search—free.

Troubleshooting

I’m having trouble submitting a case. What should I do?

Make sure all required fields are complete. If you still have issues, contact our support team, and we’ll help.

What if I don’t receive responses from experts?

Reach out to us. We guarantee you’ll find the right expert. If needed, we’ll assist you directly.

Usage Instructions

How do attorneys sign up?

Create an account [Sign Up] with your firm email (for verification).
Submit your expert need immediately.

All accounts are verified—only attorneys (or their direct representatives) can submit cases.

How do experts receive notifications?

Experts set preferences based on specialty and availability. When a case matches, they’re notified instantly by email.

Contact & Assistance

How can I get help from Expert Retainer?

For inquiries or support, visit our Contact Us page. Our team is ready to assist.

Can I request a personalized service?

Absolutely. Many attorneys use our Custom Expert Search and Pre-Litigation Case Analysis services as much as the platform itself.

Custom Search: We find the exact expert you need. Hand-picked by our medical directors
Pre-Litigation Case Analysis: Our medical directors assess case viability—fast, reliable, any specialty. We are the gold-standard in physician pre-litigation case analysis.