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Expert Witness Fee Schedule Generator

Turn your rates into a clean, professional one-page PDF that law firms take seriously — record review, deposition, trial, travel, and retainer, with your terms. Free and private.

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We publish fee benchmarks for 25 physician specialties — typical record review, deposition, and trial ranges based on what experts actually charge. Price yourself with data, then generate your schedule.

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Frequently asked questions

What should an expert witness fee schedule include?

At minimum: your hourly rate for record review, your deposition rate, and your trial testimony rate (often quoted per day or half-day). Most experts also list travel time, an initial retainer, and terms — minimum billing increments, cancellation policy, and how travel expenses are handled.

How much do physician expert witnesses charge?

Most physician experts charge $400–$800 per hour for record review, with deposition and trial testimony billed 20–50% higher. Rates vary meaningfully by specialty — surgical and procedural specialties command more. See our free fee benchmarks by specialty for current ranges.

Why do I need a written fee schedule?

Attorneys expect one before engaging you. A clear, written schedule prevents fee disputes, speeds up retention decisions, and is often requested during discovery — opposing counsel may ask what you're being paid. A professional document signals that you treat expert work seriously.

Should I charge a retainer?

Most experienced experts require an initial retainer (commonly $1,500–$5,000) before beginning record review, applied against hourly billing. It filters out non-serious inquiries and protects you if a case settles early.

Is this generator really free?

Yes — it creates the PDF entirely in your browser at no cost, with no account. Nothing you enter is stored or sent to our servers.

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