As an account executive at Juris Medicus (JM), William Faz positions clients for success and “Operates as One” within his department and across the company. William recently transitioned from the case management team to the sales team and works with every department to find the most credible and well-vetted medical expert for a client’s case. Read on to learn about William’s transition, what sets JM apart, and more! Q: How long have you been at JM? A: I have been at JM a little over a year and it has flown by! Q: What do you like most about your specific department and/or role? A: Being able to believe in my product with genuine conviction as an account executive is a unique and advantageous experience. My time as a case manager gave me a thorough understanding of the JM process and the extra mile we will happily go for our clients. That makes for an excellent sales pitch! Q: What accomplishments at JM are you most proud of? A: I am very proud of the work I did in the case management department over the past year or so and that I was given the opportunity to become an account executive. Professional growth is very important to me, and as exciting things continue to happen at JM, I believe there will be a wealth of career opportunities. Q: What do you think sets JM apart from competitors or other companies? A: First and foremost, our panel of experts is first-rate and meticulously vetted. You would be hard-pressed to find a higher caliber of medical professionals readily available for your cases. Additionally, it’s the teamwork and dedication of each department as we work to serve our clients quickly and effectively. It was clear to me from early on at JM that there are many smart and tenacious people working here, and our focus is client-driven. Q: If you were a client, what would you find most valuable about the process at JM? A: I would say that the ease of mind given to me, not only from the facilitation of the expert sourcing process, but also from the knowledge that should I ever need something, someone will be there for me with a solution. We all know how volatile the legal field can be and, if I were a client, I would take solace knowing I can always reach out to JM, whether it be during regular work hours, after hours, or even the weekends. Learn More Juris Medicus is very lucky to have William Faz and appreciates his service and loyalty. Thank you, Will, for all you do! Click the links below to learn more about “The JM Process” and our career opportunities. https://www.jurismedicus.net/process https://www.jurismedicus.net/careers
September 1, 2023 Juris Medicus received “Hall of Fame” recognition in Texas Lawyer’s “Best Of 2023” awards and was named a Top 2 winner in the “Texas-Based Expert Witness Provider – Austin” category. Juris Medicus is proudly based in Texas and supports the medical expert witness needs of attorneys nationwide. Juris Medicus has received multiple “Best Of” award nominations from Texas Lawyer and was named a Top 3 winner in 2021. Learn more about Juris Medicus’s medical expert services here. Texas Lawyer’s annual readership survey was developed to showcase the best legal products and services providers, with multiple categories in areas essential to the industry. Lawyers, legal support staff, judges, and in-house counsel participated in the voting, which was followed by analysis based on feedback from the publication’s readership throughout the state. More about the “Best Of” 2023 reader rankings and awards can be found here.
At Juris Medicus, we have more than 400 medical experts that cover more than 85 specialties and sub-specialties. Our expert recruiters select medical experts through invitation only and thoroughly vet their appropriate state licensing and certifications. The JM medical recruitment team consists of two incredible women, Sarah Crimmins and Emily Kelley, who have years of experience in the medical field. They are not just knowledgeable; they are dedicated to finding top medical experts to support our clients’ needs. Read on to learn what Sarah and Emily bring to the team and what they enjoy most about their role. Sarah Crimmins, Director of Expert Recruiting & Development Q: How and why did you choose JM? A: I was invited to join Juris Medicus by our founder, Dr. Gilbert Meadows, upon his retirement from private practice as a spinal surgeon in December 2017. I worked as Dr. Meadows’ Clinical Coordinator/Registered Nurse for 25 years. Unlike Dr. Meadows, I was not ready to retire from my professional career at that time. Dr. Meadows felt my nursing background and work acumen would serve JM well as a development officer in the areas of both client and medical expert development. Q: What do you like most about your specific department and/or role? A: I really enjoy the fact that every day at JM is a new beginning. Our expert needs can fluctuate given the types of cases coming in. We may have a medical expert in a requested specialty, but the ideal geography is somewhere other than what we can currently offer. In this scenario, it is my responsibility to get to work doing all that I can to deliver for the client’s needs. When that happens, it’s fun to know that we have been instrumental in finding a “unicorn” expert for a case. Q: What do you think sets JM apart from competitors or other companies? A: I truly feel that we lead the industry with respect to employees who provide the very best support and service. This is both for our clients and the experts we have the honor of working with. Q: How do JM’s core values align with your own? A: I consider myself a servant leader in many aspects of my life. Positive collaboration is also something I like to contribute to. Given these traits, I would say that I strongly identify with the principles of “Humble Confidence” and “Operate as One”. Q: If you were a client, what would you find most valuable about the process at JM? A: Given that I’ve heard the feedback firsthand, I would say that many of our clients appreciate the available pre-case consulting opportunities with our team of nursing specialists to help them determine and navigate their expert needs. Emily Kelley, Expert Recruitment Specialist Q: How and why did you choose JM? A: I was introduced to Juris Medicus by Sarah back in 2014. I was a full-time middle school nurse, and I started working as a chronologist on the side. I came back in 2020 to assist Sarah with expert recruitment tasks, and in June 2022, I was welcomed full-time as an expert recruitment specialist. Q: What do you like most about your specific department and/or role? A: I love working with Sarah! We work together like a well-oiled machine. She and I are like-minded, which I am sure stems from our nursing education at UTHSCSA and our training and working together in the operating room. I also enjoy getting to know the experts. Not only are they technically skilled, intelligent, and impressive on paper—they are excellent people with kind hearts. Q: What accomplishments at JM are you most proud of? A: I am most proud of our collaboration and teamwork when an expert is needed for a case that isn’t represented on our panel. There is such satisfaction in finding the appropriate expert and fulfilling the needs of the client. I love it when everything comes together and it is a win-win! Q: What do you think sets JM apart from competitors or other companies? A: I believe that the caliber of our expert panel combined with the administrative support and customer service we provide sets us above our competitors! Q: If you were a client, what would you find most valuable about the process at JM? A: If I was a client, I would find the JM experts panel to be exemplary and the customer service to be top-notch. Being able to connect with a case manager or account executive to express my needs for a case and knowing they have access to such a robust and diverse panel would ensure my continued business. Also knowing that there are nursing professionals available for consultation is an added value. JM is responsive, professional, and willing to go the extra mile if needed. Learn More Thank you, Sarah and Emily, for always going the extra mile for our medical experts and assisting however you can. We are proud to have you both as part of our team at Juris Medicus. Click the links below to learn more about “The JM Process” and our career opportunities. https://www.jurismedicus.net/process https://www.jurismedicus.net/careers
Juris Medicus Billing Supervisor Betty Garcia has been a great addition to our billing department during the past three years. Betty is very knowledgeable in her role and is always there to assist her teammates with a smile on her face. Q: How and why did you get into this industry? A: I have more than 20 years of experience in both medical and professional service billing. Joining Juris Medicus was an incredible opportunity to match my knowledge and skills with a growing company and see the incredible possibilities come to fruition. Q: What accomplishments at JM are you most proud of? A: I am proud of the billing team that I have helped mentor and develop. I enjoy sharing my knowledge so they can grow in their careers with JM. Q: What do you think sets JM apart from competitors or other companies? A: We provide a wide range of highly qualified experts and make customer service our number one priority. Q: How do JM’s core values align with your own? A: We value working as a team within all departments and honoring our relationships with experts and clients. It’s important to lead by example and help others grow while promoting self-growth. Q: If you were a client, what would you find most valuable about the process at JM? A: The JM process results in a high-quality product. We focus on excellence and open communication to provide great customer service. Q: Are there any other stories/memories you’d like to share? A: As we were outgrowing our previous office space, I opted to move into a cubicle within the case manager area. It was an incredible opportunity to better understand their challenges and work as a team with them on difficult cases. It gave me respect for all that they do behind the scenes and enabled me to create a solid relationship between our departments. Q: Is there anything else you would like to share about yourself or your role at JM? A: I am a creative individual and have enjoyed building a fun environment for my department and coworkers to flourish. Decorating for holidays and being able to boost morale is something that fills my cup. Learn More We are incredibly lucky to have Betty Garcia as part of the JM team. Thank you, Betty, for delivering excellence to our clients and experts, as well as your colleagues. Click the links below to learn more about “The JM Process” and our career opportunities. https://www.jurismedicus.net/process https://www.jurismedicus.net/careers
The Juris Medicus intake department organizes medical records and uploads imaging for our experts to review. Juris Medicus Intake Supervisor Erin Saenz does an incredible job of leading this important step in “The JM Process.” Q: How did you find and why did you choose JM? A: I was looking to get my foot back in the door, professionally speaking. I had taken some time off to care for my children and was ready to get back to work once they started school. I saw an open position for an administrative assistant, which caught my eye based on the company description. I never knew expert sourcing companies existed. The merging of medical and legal seemed like the perfect fit for someone with my background. Q: How and why did you get into this industry? A: I’ve worked in the medical and legal fields for many years, holding such positions as legal assistant, paralegal, intake specialist, registrar, and patient coordinator. I’ve worked in plaintiff and family law firms, emergency rooms, and clinics. I was drawn to both fields due to the continual need for employees and vast opportunities for professional growth. Q: What do you like most about specific department and/or role? A: Without a doubt, it is my team! They make coming to work a truly rewarding experience. There is deep respect. We value and appreciate one another equally, and that is consistently reflected in our daily interactions. Every individual operates as one. Q: How do JM’s core values align with your own? A: Ownership Thinking, Humble Confidence, Quality & Excellence, Honor the Relationship, Operate as One—these are all values that not only I but my entire department live and work by. If I had to choose one that resonates the most with me as an individual, it would be Humble Confidence. I choose to lead by influence, not authority. I see myself as a servant leader, aiming to help first. I allow myself to be vulnerable in my role and give myself ample opportunity to continuously learn Q: What accomplishments at JM are you most proud of? A: I’m proud of my growth. I started with JM as the administrative assistant, moved to the intake specialist role, and then was promoted to intake supervisor. I worked hard to get where I am today and feel grateful for the recognition of that hard work with the professional opportunities I’ve been given. Learn More We are grateful for Erin Saenz’s leadership as the intake supervisor at Juris Medicus. She is a team player and is always willing to help when needed. Click the links below to learn more about “The JM Process” and our career opportunities. https://www.jurismedicus.net/process https://www.jurismedicus.net/careers
At Juris Medicus, the Expert Liaison department works very closely with our panel of medical experts and represents an essential step in our process of sending cases to experts. Vanessa Lopez does an extraordinary job as an expert liaison. She is a respected colleague who is always happy to help the team and our experts. Q: How did you find and why did you choose JM? A: I found JM through a family friend, Erin Saenz. She referred me because of my nursing background. After researching the work that JM is affiliated with, I became very interested in how the medical and legal fields overlap. I felt as though my background could really help in becoming a part of the JM workforce. Q: How and why did you get into this industry? A: I got into this industry through my medical background. I previously was an LVN (licensed vocational nurse) at a psychiatric state hospital. Having a medical background helps correlate between the medical work at JM. Q: What do you like most about specific department and/or role? A: My department interacts directly with the medical experts. I like this aspect because of my nursing background, it is an essential job function that I have experience with. I also really enjoy working with my team partner. We always honor the relationship between us both and work very efficiently. Expert Liaison is the final step in sending a case to the expert, which is a very important process. I am proud to be a part of this department. Q: What accomplishments at JM are you most proud of? A: The accomplishment I am most proud of at JM is being promoted from administrative assistant to the expert liaison department. I think this promotion shows my hard work and dedication to this company and shows that there is space for growth at JM. Vanessa’s willingness to go the extra mile in any role proves what a great asset she is to Juris Medicus. Thank you, Vanessa, for your positivity and work ethic. Learn More Click the links below to learn more about the Juris Medicus process and career opportunities. https://www.jurismedicus.net/process https://www.jurismedicus.net/careers
While orthopedic medical experts are commonly requested for personal injury disputes involving car accidents, it is critical to find the right orthopedic expertise for each unique matter. At Juris Medicus, we identify our client's specific medical expert needs and find the exact match in our network. Primary Care Issue: Our client represented an individual who was being sued for their involvement in a car accident. The client needed a recommendation for an orthopedic spine expert, specifically a cervical disc replacement surgeon. Expert Witness Requirements: The client wanted the expert to be board-certified, specialize in orthopedic spine surgery, have competitive fellowship and deposition experience, and be located in San Antonio, Texas. Case Manager Expert Witness Search: A dedicated case manager searched through Juris Medicus’ expert panel of more than medical experts to find three top orthopedic spine experts that fit the client’s requirements. The case manager sent the experts’ CVs and fee schedules to our client within hours of their initial request. Expert Witness Placement: Our client chose one board-certified orthopedic spine medical expert who was fellowship trained to review their client’s case. Case Results: After the deposition, the case was settled. Learn More Let Juris Medicus help you find the best medical expert for your case. https://www.jurismedicus.net/expert-panel
Our Case Management department is an integral part of the Juris Medicus team. Every case that comes to us is managed by a paralegal who understands the time constraints and obligations that attorneys and medical experts have. Director of Case Management Robyn Priest has been at Juris Medicus (JM) for nearly 6 years, and she is a rockstar at leading her team and empowering her colleagues daily. Q: How did you get into this industry? A: I was a litigation paralegal for 20 years and was looking for a career change while still using my paralegal and law firm management experience. JM was a growing company looking for new employees with a legal background. Almost 6 years later, I still find it exciting and interesting. Q: How did you find and why did you choose JM? A: It was a referral from a former co-worker. She had been employed at the company for several years and spoke highly of our founder Dr. Meadows, as well as the company culture and core values. Q: What do you like most about your specific department and/or role? A: The people. We are a great team and work hard to timely meet every client deadline while working with our experts to provide quality and excellence in every case. Q: What do you think sets JM apart from competitors or other companies? A: Customer service. We strive each day to provide top-notch customer service to not only our clients, but also our experts. Q: How do JM’s core values align with your own? JM has five core values: Ownership Thinking, Humble Confidence, Quality & Excellence, Honor the Relationship, and Operate as One. I believe all the core values align with my own. Each one has a very important role in being successful as an employee and in my day-to-day interactions. “Honor the Relationship” is a big one for me. It is important in any relationship to be dependable and always do the right thing. My actions directly affect others, and I want to ensure that it is always a positive experience for them. Learn More We are honored to have Robyn Priest on the Juris Medicus team. Thank you, Robyn, for everything you do for our case management department and your support to the rest of our team and clients. Click the links below to learn more about the Juris Medicus process and career opportunities. https://www.jurismedicus.net/process https://www.jurismedicus.net/careers
