In this episode…

Our guest, Dr. Nik Money, is a mycologist with expertise in fungal growth and development. He is a Professor of Biology at Miami University, and a published scholar. Dr. Money holds a PhD in Biological Sciences from the University of Exeter. 

According to Dr. Money, an expert’s role as an educator is the most enjoyable part of the job. He says that it’s crucial to not “dumb down” the science for juries—with a proper explanation, jurors can grasp even the most complex topics, especially with high-quality demonstratives. 

Check out the entire episode for our discussion on not underestimating the opposing counsel, working in teams with other experts, and preparing for an engagement through research.