Expert Witness Services

Neonatal & Pediatric Expert Witness Services

Objective, clinically grounded support for attorneys handling complex neonatal and pediatric cases.

Legal Consulting

Legal Consulting Services

Each engagement is approached with professionalism, confidentiality, and a commitment to clear communication.

Initial Case Screening

A focused preliminary review to help determine whether a case may warrant deeper clinical analysis.

Starting at $1,500 flat fee

Medical Record Review

Detailed review of neonatal and pediatric medical records, timelines, clinical notes, medication administration records, monitoring data, and relevant documentation.

Approximately $250/hour

Standard of Care Analysis

Evaluation of whether clinical decisions, documentation, escalation, communication, and care delivery aligned with applicable standards of care.

Expert Reports

Clear, well-organized expert reports designed to communicate findings, clinical rationale, and relevant conclusions.

Approximately $350/hour

Depositions

Professional expert testimony support for deposition preparation and participation.

Approximately $500/hour

Trial Testimony

Credible courtroom testimony grounded in clinical expertise and objective review.

Approximately $750/hour

Case Types

Areas of Potential Review

The following examples illustrate Kelly's areas of focus and are not exhaustive.

  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • NICU care delivery
  • Prematurity-related complications
  • Respiratory distress and respiratory support
  • Sepsis recognition and escalation
  • Hypoxic-ischemic concerns
  • Medication administration and monitoring
  • Feeding complications
  • Neonatal transfers and escalation of care
  • Documentation and communication concerns
  • Nursing and advanced practice provider standards
  • Pediatric clinical care concerns

All case inquiries are reviewed for fit, availability, and potential conflicts before engagement.

Plaintiff & Defense

For Plaintiff and Defense Firms

Athena Clinical Experts supports both plaintiff and defense firms with objective, clinically informed analysis. Each engagement is approached with professionalism, confidentiality, and a commitment to clear communication.

Submit a Case Inquiry

Provide a brief overview of the matter, parties involved, deadlines, and the clinical questions at issue.