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1 F O R E N S I C E X P E R T W I T N E S S ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND SYMPOSIUM APRIL 23 25, 2015 WESTIN SAN DIEGO WHERE FORENSIC CONSULTANTS LEARN, CONNECT, & GROW HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Esteemed faculty representing various legal perspectives Education designed for expert witnesses of all levels and specialties Hands-on, interactive sessions Networking and referral development with fellow experts, lawyers and legal professionals

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3 THE FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS ANNUAL CONFERENCE & SYMPOSIUM The Forensic Expert Witness Association (FEWA) is dedicated to the professional development, ethics, and promotion of forensic consultants in all fields of discipline. Since its existence, FEWA has brought together an elite group of professionals sharing common goals related to forensics. The association offers its members the opportunity to not only enhance their knowledge and techniques required to perform in an effective manner, but also unique opportunities for networking, referrals, and strategic partnerships. One such opportunity is at FEWA s annual conference and symposium. This year s conference features a variety of topics and panels, including ways in which to market and build your practice, the role and impact of an expert during a trial, importance of non-verbal communication, bias in the courtroom, and the role of technology in the legal profession. We invite you the join your fellow forensic professionals at one of the most anticipated conferences of the year, the Forensic Expert Witness Annual Conference & Symposium in San Diego!

4 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. UPDATES WILL BE POSTED TO 5:00 pm 7:30 pm Registration Open 6:30 pm 7:30 pm President s Reception The President of FEWA invites all of our conference attendees, their spouses, our generous sponsors, and members of the Board of Directors to the President s Reception. Enjoy hors d oeuvres, and a refreshing cocktail as we welcome you and kick-off the conference. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 THURSDAY, APRIL 23 7:30 am 8:00 am Continental Breakfast & Vendor Showcase 8:00 am 8:15 am President Opening Remarks 8:15 am 8:30 am Attendee Introductions 8:30 am 10:45 am Master the Fundamental Principles Important to Expert Witnesses Mark S. Adams, Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP JMBM Isaac R. Zfaty, Zfaty Burns 10:45 am 11:00 am Refreshment Break 11:00 am 12:00 pm Forensic Analysis of Audio and Acoustic Evidence Herbert Joe, MA, JD, LLM, BCFE, CFC, DABFE, DABLEE, FACFE, Yonovitz & Joe, L.L.P. 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Roundtable and Networking Lunch 1:00 pm 2:00 pm Forensic Analysis of Video Evidence Herbert Joe, MA, JD, LLM, BCFE, CFC, DABFE, DABLEE, FACFE, Yonovitz & Joe, L.L.P. 2:00 pm 2:50 pm Bias in the Courtroom Mike Wakshull, MSc, CQE, Q9 Consulting, Inc. 2:50 pm 3:00 pm Refreshment Break 3:00 pm 4:00 pm Optimizing Your Involvement in the Dispute Resolution Process Hass Sadeghi, Esq., MDR, Sadeghi Legal 4:00 pm 5:30 pm The Silent Language of Expert Testimony Janet Larsen Palmer, PhD, Communication Excellence Institute Neal Larsen Palmer, PhD, Communication Excellence Institute 5:30 pm 6:30 pm Attorney / Expert Cocktail Reception

5 FRIDAY, APRIL 24 7:30 am 8:00 am Continental Breakfast & Vendor Showcase 8:00 am 8:30 am President Remarks / FEWA Annual Businesss Update John Levitske, CPA/CFF/ABV, CFA, ASA, CIRA, FEWA President 8:30 am 9:30 am From Katz to Riley: How SCOTUS Analyzes Evolving Technology Herbert Joe, MA, JD, LLM, BCFE, CFC, DABFE, DABLEE, FACFE, Yonovitz & Joe, L.L.P. 9:30 am 9:40 am Refreshment Break 9:40 am 11:10 am Panel Discussion Answering the Questions Asked of all Experts Anna Winn, San Diego County DA s Office Speaker Name Coming Soon Speaker Name Coming Soon 11:10 am 12:00 pm The Organization of Scientific Area Committees Developing Standards and Guidelines for the Practice of Forensic Science Mark D. Stolorow, National Institute of Standards and Technology 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Becoming a Forensic Consultant: Your Next Career Join FEWA at the Annual Conference for this introductory workshop on how to successfully launch your forensic consulting business or jumpstart an existing one. Learn the essential traits for success from faculty of expert forensic consultants covering topics such as how to start your business, attract clients, market your business, and best practices for completing the consulting assignment. This workshop is a separate registration and will run concurrently to the FEWA Annual Conference sessions. Learn more at Price: $199* 2:00 pm 3:00 pm ediscovery Erik Laykin, Duff & Phelps LLC 3:00 pm 3:10 pm Refreshment Break 3:10 pm 4:00 pm Examination of Experts from the Judges Perspective William Howatt, JD 4:10 pm 5:10 pm Expert Witness Marketing and Business Development Summit Gary Laturno, Esq., GOODE HEMME PETERSON; Laturno Kuick Realty Larry Steven Londre, MBA, Londre Marketing Consultants, LLC Bruce Silverman, Silverman Consulting, LLC 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Roundtable and Networking Lunch 1:00 pm 2:00 pm Language and the Law: What an Expert Needs to Know About the Language of the Law Sanford Schane, Ph.D., University of California at San Diego SATURDAY, APRIL 25 5:10 pm 6:00 pm Expert Witness Marketing and Business Development Panel Gary Laturno, Esq., GOODE HEMME PETERSON; Laturno Kuick Realty Larry Steven Londre, MBA, Londre Marketing Consultants, LLC Steven Murow, DIRTONU, Inc. Bruce Silverman, Silverman Consulting, LLC Timothy Williams Jr., T.T. Williams, Jr. Investigations, Inc 7:30 am 8:00 am Continental Breakfast & Vendor Showcase 8:00 am 8:30 am President Closing Remarks John Levitske, CPA/CFF/ABV, CFA, ASA, CIRA, FEWA President 8:30 am 5:00 pm The Role and Impact of the Expert Witness on Trial From Start to Finish Michael D. Schwartz, Trial Attorney, Trial Advocacy Group, LLC *Schedule is subject to change. Updates will be posted to

6 GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION REGISTRATION To register for the conference, complete the registration form enclosed or go to to register online. Registration fees are highlighted on the enclosed registration form. Register by March 1, 2015 to save $100 or more on your registration fees! Full conference registration includes access to all sessions and all social events and refreshments provided by FEWA. Lunch is available for purchase each day. Note: Day registration only permits access to the registered days activities. HOTEL & TRAVEL INFORMATION Discounted room rates have been arranged at The San Diego Westin. Contact the hotel directly and reference the FEWA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2015 to receive the discounted rate. The Westin San Diego Room Rate: $199 per night 400 West Broadway Phone: San Diego, CA Online Reservations: Reservations should be booked by March 23, 2015 for the discounted rate. CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS Accountants: FEWA is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: All attendees should have the education and experience that would qualify them as an expert witness. Attorneys: FEWA will apply for MCLE in select states only. If your specialty is not currently included, or you desire specific credits, please indicate which credits your wish to obtain in the enclosed registration form, or contact Christina Pacini ( or execdir@forensic.org). We can often obtain desired credits upon request, but unfortunately, obtaining some types of credits is not feasible. As such we cannot guarantee that all credits requested will be provided. Please register early, as we can only apply for credits after your registration form has been received and it can take time to get the requested approvals back from the accrediting agencies. Approved for CFLC Certification Credit by FEWA

7 FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS ANNUAL CONFERENCE & SYMPOSIUM REGISTRATION FORM APRIL 23-25, 2015 SAN DIEGO WESTIN ATTENDEE INFORMATION I would like to opt-out of the conference attendee list. Name (as it should appear on badge): Organization: Address: City: State/Province: Zip Code: Phone: Area(s) of Expertise: Are you a FEWA member? Yes No MEMBERS: To which local chapter of FEWA do you belong? Will you require continuing education credits (please specify which)? REGISTRATION INFORMATION Please circle the appropriate registration option below. Early bird registrations rates apply until April 1, REGISTRATION TYPE FEWA MEMBER NON-MEMBER STUDENT by 4/1 after 4/1 by 4/1 after 4/1 by 4/1 after 4/1 1-Day Conference (any one day) $549 $599 $699 $749 $199 $199 2-Day Conference (any two days) $999 $1,099 $1,299 $1,399 $349 $349 3-Day Conference $1,399 $1,499 $1,749 $1,849 $499 $499 Roundtable Networking Lunch: (A) SUBTOTAL AMOUNT: (B) SUBTOTAL AMOUNT: $20 x days Becoming a Forensic Consultant Workshop N/A N/A $199 $199 $99 $99 (C) SUBTOTAL AMOUNT: TOTAL (combine Subtotals A, B & C): 1-Day OR 2-Day Conference Registrants, please indicate which day(s) you will attend: Thursday, April 23 Friday, April 24 Saturday, April 25 PAYMENT INFORMATION Check (enclosed, payable to FEWA) VISA MasterCard AMEX Name on Card: Card Number: Expiration Date: Billing Zip: Signature: CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellations must be received by April 1, 2015 for a full refund, less a $100 administrative fee. Notify the FEWA National Office in writing at execdir@forensic.org to cancel your registration. Cancellations received after April 1, 2015 may not be honored. SUBMIT COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORMS TO: FEWA, 575 MARKET STREET, SUITE 2125, SAN FRANCISCO, CA FAX: EXECDIR@FORENSIC.ORG

8 575 Market Street, Suite 2125 San Francisco, CA Presort First Class US POSTAGE PAID Indianapolis, IN Permit No F O R E N S I C E X P E R T W I T N E S S ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND SYMPOSIUM APRIL 23 25, 2015 WESTIN SAN DIEGO WHERE FORENSIC CONSULTANTS LEARN, CONNECT, & GROW Becoming a FORENSIC CONSULTANT: Your Next Career Friday, April 24 1:00 pm 4:00 pm NEW in 2015! Do you know someone interested in learning more about becoming a forensic consultant but don t know where to begin? FEWA will offer an introductory workshop on how to successfully launch your forensic consulting business or jumpstart an existing one. This workshop is designed for those brand new to the idea of forensic consulting and requires a separate registration fee from the Annual Conference. Learn more on page 4 or at I ve never learned more and receivedbetter advice in less time than at the FEWA conference. ~2014 Attendee