Expert Witness Services
J.D. Beck Consulting provides expert witness services in both civil and criminal cases involving human trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual violence. With extensive experience as an advocate, educator, and legal professional, Jamie Beck offers clear, trauma-informed, and research-based testimony to help courts understand the nuanced realities survivors face.
Services Provided
As a subject matter expert, Jamie is retained to:
Educate judges and juries on the dynamics of human trafficking and domestic violence
Explain the psychological and behavioral impact of trauma on survivors
Provide context for victim behavior that may otherwise be misunderstood
Support case strategy through consultation, reports, and testimony
Areas of Expertise
Human trafficking
Domestic violence
Sexual violence
Experience Highlights
Jamie has served as an expert witness in both civil and criminal matters, including cases involving:
Human trafficking survivors facing criminal charges related to their victimization
Civil litigation involving trauma-related harms and institutional accountability
The Use of a Human Trafficking Expert Witness in Civil Cases
In civil litigation involving trafficking survivors, expert witnesses are essential to explaining trauma’s impact on memory, behavior, and decision-making. They help clarify survivor experiences, support damages claims, and educate judges and juries about the realities of coercion and exploitation—ensuring survivors are more accurately understood and justly represented throughout the legal process.