Expert Institute Acquires ExpertConnect Litigation Support, LLC, Expanding Leadership in High-Stakes Expert Witness Consulting
We're thrilled to welcome ECLS into the Expert Institute family. This acquisition expands the breadth of our expert network and deepens our ability to support elite litigators with even more specialized expertise and white-glove service. - Michael Talve
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The acquisition further solidifies Expert Institute's position as the largest and most trusted platform for expert witness engagement and litigation intelligence. ECLS brings with it a distinguished client base, including top-tier law firms, Fortune 500 companies, and U.S. government agencies involved in complex matters before the SEC, IRS, FINRA, federal and state courts and international tribunals.
Founded by Eric Broyles, a former attorney turned serial entrepreneur who clerked for a federal appellate judge and worked at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, ECLS has earned a reputation for precision and excellence in matching elite experts in pharmaceutical litigation, securities disputes, patent cases, and regulatory enforcement matters. Mr. Broyles will remain involved with the combined company as a shareholder and strategic advisor. 'Expert Institute is the ideal partner to build on the culture, values, and standard of excellence our clients and team have come to expect. Their unmatched technology and innovation will only enhance the level of service and results we deliver — raising the bar for what's possible in this industry,' said Eric Broyles.
'ExpertConnect Litigation Support has built a world-class reputation for delivering bespoke expert solutions in some of the most complex and sensitive matters in the legal industry,' said Michael Talve, Founder and CEO of Expert Institute. 'We're thrilled to welcome their team and network into the Expert Institute family. This acquisition expands the breadth of our expert network and deepens our ability to support elite litigators with even more specialized expertise and white-glove service.'
With the integration of ECLS, users of Expert iQ —Expert Institute's proprietary platform for managing expert witness workflow—will gain access to an even broader roster of professionals and additional research tools designed to streamline expert vetting, engagement, and case management.
This strategic acquisition underscores Expert Institute's commitment to continually enhancing its services to meet the demands of today's most sophisticated litigation teams.
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