Jury Consultant
/ˈdʒʊəri kənˌsʌltənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A professional who advises attorneys on jury selection strategies based on psychological and sociological analysis.
The attorney hired a jury consultant to improve their chances of selecting a favorable jury.
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- jury consultant
- jury consultants
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Commentary
Jury consultants often use social science techniques to assist in trial strategy, but their role is advisory and typically outside courtroom proceedings.
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