Elias Patel

Elias Patel is a Senior Litigator and Expert Witness Liaison at Sterling & Finch LLP, where he leads the firm's initiatives in leveraging and scrutinizing expert testimony across a diverse portfolio of high-stakes litigation. Holding a J.D. from the University of Michigan School of Law, Elias has dedicated over 15 years to mastering the intricacies of expert opinion in legal proceedings. Before joining Sterling & Finch, he honed his skills at Beaumont & Chambers, focusing on forensic accounting and engineering expert challenges. His professional philosophy centers on the belief that robust expert testimony, when properly presented and rigorously cross-examined, is the cornerstone of justice in technically complex cases. Elias is particularly renowned for his work in intellectual property valuation and patent infringement, where his strategic approach to expert evidence has frequently turned the tide in his clients' favor. Readers can expect his articles to offer incisive analysis of recent expert witness rulings, practical guidance on selecting and preparing experts, and deep dives into the evidentiary standards governing scientific and technical testimony