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Reach out to discuss your case, consulting needs, or mediation and arbitration services. All inquiries are handled with strict confidentiality.

Contact Information

BLC Associates, Inc.

Randall McCathren, Esq. accepts inquiries from attorneys, corporations, insurance companies, and individuals seeking expert witness, consulting, mediation, or arbitration services.

Organization

BLC Associates, Inc.

President & Principal Consultant

Response Time

Within 24–48 Hours

All inquiries handled confidentially

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Secure and confidential

Services Available

  • Automotive Expert Witness
  • Consumer Automotive Consulting
  • Family & Divorce Mediation
  • Child Custody Mediation
  • Consumer Dispute Arbitration

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    How to Retain Services

    The Engagement Process

    A straightforward, five-step process designed to establish a clear, professional engagement — from your first inquiry through active case work.

    01

    Initial Inquiry

    Submit Your Case Overview

    Contact us through the secure inquiry form or by phone with a brief summary of your matter — the nature of the dispute, the parties involved, and the type of expertise you are seeking. All initial inquiries are treated as confidential.

    Response within 24–48 business hours

    02

    Conflict Check

    Verify Independence & Availability

    Mr. McCathren conducts a thorough conflict-of-interest review to confirm his independence and impartiality with respect to all parties in your matter. Availability for your timeline is also confirmed at this stage.

    Typically completed within 1–2 business days

    03

    Scope Discussion

    Define the Engagement

    A confidential consultation is scheduled to discuss the specific issues in your case, the scope of services required (expert witness, consulting, mediation, or arbitration), anticipated deliverables, and preliminary timeline.

    Conducted by phone or video conference

    04

    Engagement Letter

    Formalize the Relationship

    A formal engagement letter is prepared outlining the scope of services, fee structure, retainer amount, confidentiality obligations, and any applicable professional standards. No work commences until the engagement letter is fully executed by both parties.

    Retainer required prior to commencement

    05

    Active Engagement

    Expert Work Begins

    Upon execution of the engagement letter and receipt of the retainer, Mr. McCathren begins his review of materials, analysis, and preparation of deliverables — whether that is an expert report, deposition preparation, mediation sessions, or arbitration proceedings.

    Regular status updates provided throughout

    Ready to begin? All initial inquiries are confidential.

    No engagement is established until a formal written agreement is executed.