About AIEW
Standards & Code of Conduct
AIEW maintains rigorous standards ensuring every expert report meets the highest benchmarks for quality, independence, and court compliance.
Full Code of ConductAIEW Standards Framework
Our comprehensive standards framework covers all aspects of expert witness practice.
Requirements for maintaining independence and avoiding conflicts of interest in expert work.
Key Requirements:
- No financial interest in matter outcome
- Disclosure of all potential conflicts
- No contingency fee arrangements
- Independence declaration in all reports
Mandatory requirements for structure, content, and presentation of expert reports.
Key Requirements:
- Clear statement of qualifications
- Facts and assumptions documented
- Methodology transparency
- Opinion limitations stated
Requirements for evidence-based, reproducible analytical approaches.
Key Requirements:
- Peer-reviewed methodologies
- Documentation of reasoning
- Consideration of alternatives
- Transparent limitations
Framework for quality assurance through structured peer review.
Key Requirements:
- Independent reviewer selection
- Structured review criteria
- Documented feedback process
- Resolution procedures
Code of Conduct
All AIEW accredited experts must comply with our Code of Conduct, which establishes the ethical and professional standards expected of expert witnesses.
The Code is designed to ensure that expert evidence provided by AIEW members is independent, objective, and assists the court in reaching a just outcome.
View Full Code of ConductExpert Obligations
- Maintain independence and objectivity
- Avoid advocacy roles
- Disclose all conflicts of interest
- Base opinions on facts and established methods
- Use transparent reasoning
- Revise reports if errors identified
- Respect confidentiality
- Comply with court procedure rules
- Comply with AIEW Peer Review Framework
Access AIEW Standards
Members have full access to our complete standards documentation and guidelines.