Mr. Okorie Okorocha, M.S., M.S., ESQ.
El Segundo, CA 90245
Office: 424-363-3347
Attorney Role:
Okorie has been lead trial attorney in over 100 civil and criminal jury trials. He is frequently asked to teach trial techniques and strategy, not only in California, but nationally and he is a member of trial lawyers associations in many states throughout the country.
Okorie has also been held to be "Excellent" in felony/homicide defense in both state and federal court:
"I’ll also indicate that [Petitioner] has indicated that he is not represented right. Two things I want to mention in this case. Mr. Okorocha is privately retained counsel, and I think he is not only a competent attorney but quite an excellent. He got rid of count 1 (murder charge life sentence) which is the life tail count not exposing [Petitioner] on the lifecharge in this case.[I]n regards to the handling and calling of the experts and whatnot in this particular case, I will indicate for the record that a defendant has no right to the defense of his choice or the defense tactic of his choice, it belongs to the lawyer and the lawyer did a good job in this case ..."
He is also the only known California attorney that is dual board-certified in both Criminal Trial Law and Civil Trial Law.
Forensic Toxicology Expert Witness/Co-Counsel Role
Okorie Okorocha is a Forensic Toxicologist and expert witness that is widely recognized in his field of work. He has obtained two Master’s Degrees in toxicology and pharmacology. Okorie has served as a forensic toxicology expert witness in more than 800 jury trials and has relevant experience in court as a laboratory testing, drug and alcohol expert witness, as well as in other areas of forensic toxicology.
These trials include civil and criminal trials in military, state and federal courts. By ensuring that the jury understands the multifaceted nature of scientific concepts, Okorie has been able to successfully serve as an expert witness in 55 California counties, 24 U.S. states, and internationally in Germany and Japan. Toxicology Co-Counsel for Depositions and Cross Examination at trial Okorie Okorocha is a sought after by top law firms as a cross-examiner of scientific experts in depositions and at trial. His cross-examinations are so game changing, that cases which failed to resolve for years, have settled 8 figures, a week after Okorie was retained and took a single deposition. Okorie is a frequent lecturer in both toxicology and trial law nationwide.
Mr. Okorocha has a profound grounding in toxicology and pharmacology, holding two master’s degrees in these fields. His extensive educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Biology, a Juris Doctor from Whittier College School of Law, an M.S. in pharmaceutical sciences with a concentration in forensic science and an M.S. in forensic toxicology.
Whether addressing the court or consulting behind the scenes, Mr. Okorocha applies his comprehensive knowledge of toxicology and pharmacology to advocate effectively for his clients. His approach to law is characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a relentless pursuit of justice. His analytical skills and scientific background make him a formidable presence in the courtroom and a reliable resource in legal consultations.
- Alcohol, Drug & DUI Testing
- Chemicals
- Crime Scene Analysis
- Criminalistics
- Laboratory Medicine
- Marijuana
- Pathology
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: Okorie is a trial attorney that has been the first chair counsel in over 100 jury trials.
Okorie Okorocha is also a Forensic Toxicologist and expert witness that is widely recognized in his field of work. He has obtained two Master’s Degrees in toxicology and pharmacology. Okorie has served as a forensic toxicology expert witness in more than 700 jury trials and has relevant experience in court as a laboratory testing, drug and alcohol expert witness, as well as in other areas of forensic toxicology. These trials include civil and criminal trials in military, state and federal courts.
By ensuring that the jury understands the multifaceted nature of scientific concepts, Okorie has been able to successfully serve as an expert witness in 55 California counties, 23 U.S. states, and internationally in Germany and Japan.
Toxicology Co-Counsel for Depositions and Cross Examination at trial
Okorie Okorocha is a sought after by top law firms as a cross-examiner of scientific experts in depositions and at trial. As an attorney, he has been the first chair attorney in over 100 jury trials. These trials include civil and criminal trials in both state and federal courts.
His cross-examinations are so game changing, that cases which failed to resolve for years, have settled 8 figures, a week after Okorie was retained and took a single deposition.
Okorie is a frequent lecturer in both toxicology and trial law nationwide. - Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
- A: no
- Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
- A: thousands
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Forensic Toxicology, Forensic Science, Laboratory Testing, Hospital Testing, Lab quality control and quality assurance, laboratory science, Blood testing, Breath Testing, Hospital Testing, Alcohol Impairment, drug impairment, alcohol testing, drug testing, drug effects, drug levels, postmortem drugs, postmortem alcohol , forensic science, blood alcohol, blood drugs, urine testing, urine drug tests, urine alcohol tests, hair testing, serum testing, field sobriety tests.
- Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: Approximately 100.
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: within the last week.
- Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
- A: Over 700.
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: 18
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: Consulting, reports, evaluation, cross examination of opposing expert.
- Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: Initial consultation is free.
- Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
- A: $500
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
- A: $750
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
- A: $750
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