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
Email
Contact via form
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.