Dr. Tim Carpenter
Dr. Tim Carpenter is a highly experienced forensic economist specializing in the valuation of economic damages across a wide array of legal cases.
In addition to his professional practice, Dr. Carpenter is a Professor of Finance at Roanoke College, where he leverages his expertise to educate future financial professionals. With a proven track record in personal injury, wrongful death, wrongful termination, discrimination, defamation, business lost income, divorce, and asset valuation cases, Dr. Carpenter brings precision and credibility to complex financial analyses.
Dr. Carpenter has particular expertise in Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) cases and the economic evaluation of life care plans, providing critical insights to support attorneys and their clients. He has been qualified as an expert witness in both Federal and State courts in Virginia and Tennessee, where his testimony regarding the valuation of economic damages has been instrumental in achieving favorable case outcomes. His academic and professional experience provide him with the ability to explain complex financial concepts in a clear and accessible way, ensuring attorneys, judges, and juries fully understand the implications of his analyses.
In addition to strengthening courtroom strategies, Dr. Carpenter’s detailed and impartial analyses are highly beneficial in achieving favorable settlements. His work often helps attorneys negotiate equitable resolutions by presenting clear and defensible financial data, reducing uncertainty for all parties involved.
With extensive experience working with both plaintiff and defense attorneys, Dr. Carpenter has contributed to cases throughout the east coast. His meticulous approach and deep understanding of economic principles make him a trusted partner in the litigation process, ensuring that financial considerations are presented with clarity and accuracy. He is committed to delivering thorough, impartial, and well-reasoned analyses to help attorneys build compelling arguments and secure fair resolutions for their clients.
Dr. Carpenter lives in Southwest Virginia with his wife and three (soon to be four) children. He enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and is an active member of Rotary International.
15
Years Teaching Experience
8
years Forensic Economics Experience
150+
Cases Reviewed
30+
Testimonies Given
Courses Taught:
Roanoke College:
- Finance Capstone (BUAD442 – formerly ‘Advanced Finance’), Fixed Income and Derivatives (BUAD352), Corporate Finance (BUAD342), Student Managed Fund (BUAD322), Principles of Accounting II (BUAD225), Personal Finance (BUAD142), Forensic Economics (INQ277), Business Ethics (INQ120)
- Honors Thesis/Honors in the Major Independent Study (ECON 496):
- “Venture Capital and Innovation” – Chair, Spring 2016
University of Texas at San Antonio:
- Corporate Finance, Corporate Finance Labs
- College Teaching Certifications: Fall 2010, Summer 2012
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