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Member Highlight - In a compelling episode of Round Table Groups "Engaging Experts", SER member Dr. Pavithra Kumar, Principal at Advanced Analytical Consulting Group, shares her journey from MIT to Lehman Brothers and into the world of economic consulting. With over 16 years of experience in securities and finance litigation, Dr. Kumar offers a candid look at the challenges and opportunities facing expert witnesses today. Key Takeaways include: Bias in Expert Selection - Dr. Kumar highlights how unconscious bias can limit opportunities for women and minority experts, urging attorneys to broaden their search; Soft Skills Are Crucial - Experts must communicate clearly and stay composed under pressure. Coaching and mock cross-exams help sharpen delivery; Crypto Cases Are Rising - As crypto litigation grows, Dr. Kumar stresses adapting traditional financial tools to this evolving space; Visibility Drives Engagement - Short, relevant LinkedIn posts and targeted outreach often outperform academic publications in attracting attorney interest; Community Matters - Dr. Kumar values SER for its peer learning and candid exchange, encouraging experts to join networks that foster growth. Dr. Kumar’s reflections offer a roadmap for emerging experts and a call to action for attorneys to broaden their search and embrace diverse perspectives. Listen to the full episode here.

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