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Experts in the U.S. typically charge a professional fee ranging from under $200.00 to $1,000.00 per hour, or more, varying by Field of Expertise and  the individual experts qualifications and reputation. Expert Witness Fee & Practices Survey The professional fee, plus appropriate expenses, are generally paid by the party commissioning the report and subsequent depositions and/or trial testimony, if required. Experts may be retained by either party, retained by both parties jointly, or in some cases retained directly by the court. In all cases, fees paid may not be contingent on the outcome of the case.