senior forensic economist

ph.d. economist and founder – roberts forensics

Dr. Roberts is a senior forensic economist, experienced expert witness, and award-winning professor whose work combines rigorous analysis, clear communication, and a proven record in litigation.

Dr. Roberts is a senior forensic economist and founder of Roberts Forensics, bringing more than fifteen years of litigation-driven economic expertise to cases across the United States. He has been retained in over 100 matters, authored numerous expert reports, testified in multiple jurisdictions, and has never been excluded under Daubert.

A Ph.D. economist with advanced training in labor, development, public, health, and gender economics, Dr. Roberts delivers the kind of analysis attorneys rely on in high-stakes cases. He builds clear, defensible economic models for wage loss, commercial damages, business interruption, class actions, and complex multi-plaintiff disputes. His work is recognized for its rigor, transparency, and ability to withstand scrutiny from opposing experts.

In addition to his forensic work, Dr. Roberts brings more than 18 years of university teaching experience, including awards for excellence in instruction and applied research. That background translates directly to the courtroom, where he breaks down complex economic issues with clarity and precision for counsel, judges, and juries alike.

Attorneys turn to Dr. Roberts for reliable economic opinions, meticulous analysis, and testimony that stands firm. He brings clarity to complex financial questions and provides the strategic insights counsel need to advance their case with confidence.