The author outlines the position and scope of expert evidence in the US under the Federal Rules of Evidence (“FRE”) and compares it to the relevant principles of English law. 

The main differences between these two systems that emerge are summarised. The full paper is available to download opposite.

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Markus Esly is a member of Howrey LLP's international arbitration and disputes resolution group.  He is based in London. 

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