Senior Jury Consultant

Primary Responsibilities

Research and Engagement Leadership

Lead jury research engagements from intake and project planning through analysis, client recommendations, and final delivery.

Conduct intake discussions, clarify client objectives, and coordinate research plans, timelines, and project needs.

Design and lead mock trials, focus groups, and other qualitative research, including online research sessions.

Organize and lead on-site focus group teams, coordinating team members and project activities.

Support community attitude surveys, online jury research, and demographic profiling.

Analyze qualitative and quantitative findings and develop clear, actionable recommendations for clients.

Prepare reports, presentations, and other deliverables that explain research findings and their strategic implications.

Pretrial Consulting

Advise clients on case themes, arguments, evidence, and presentation strategy based on research findings.

Prepare witnesses to communicate clearly, credibly, and effectively.

Develop or advise on voir dire and jury selection strategy.

Conduct or oversee community and jury research, including surveys and demographic analysis.

Trial Consulting

Advise clients during jury selection and provide strategic recommendations as a case develops.

Lead or support shadow jury research and trial monitoring.

Conduct or oversee juror research using publicly available social media and public records, consistent with applicable requirements and client direction.

Advise on courtroom presentation, including the use of visuals and other communication tools.

Client and Project Leadership

Manage ongoing client communication and serve as a senior point of contact throughout an engagement.

Present research findings and strategic recommendations with clarity and confidence.

Collaborate with colleagues across the research team to deliver high-quality work.

Partner with the sales team on client discussions and proposals for jury consulting projects.

Take ownership of project quality, coordination, and delivery.

Desired Background

At least five years of experience in jury consulting.

Graduate degree in psychology or a related field—such as neuroscience, communication, or another social science—or a J.D. is preferred.

Demonstrated experience leading focus groups or other jury research and coordinating the team conducting the work.

Strong knowledge of social science research methods and the ability to assess the strengths and limitations of research findings.

Exceptional qualitative and quantitative analytical skills, with the ability to connect evidence to human behavior, motivation, and decision-making.

Excellent writing, speaking, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships, make strategic recommendations, and explain complex findings in a clear, practical way.

A solid understanding of the civil litigation process, procedures, and terminology. A law degree is not required.

Client development experience or an interest in supporting business development is helpful.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with analytical software such as SPSS is helpful.

Familiarity with presentation technology and courtroom presentation tools is helpful.