ABSTRACT
From the viewpoint of the forensic expert, the choice of how adversarial to be is the most enduring question. How the forensic expert can confidently and persuasively deliver sound facts and opinions without arguing or becoming a zealous advocate is the focus of the chapter. This delicate balance is hard to achieve—but worth the effort. The author zealously advocates for not zealously advocating. Sound facts and good analyses are the useful contributions that the forensic forester can make. The chapter includes a case study that is unrelated to forestry but demonstrates the proper role of expert witnesses.
