Our Team
Jacob Byl, JD, PhD
P: 615-428-6612
Jacob is an economist and lawyer who specializes in studying how people make decisions in uncertain situations, which is critical to understanding behavior and markets. With a JD and PhD in law and economics from Vanderbilt University, Jacob is a tenure-track assistant professor of economics and a licensed attorney with experience clerking in federal courts at the trial and appellate levels. He serves as an expert witness, consults on a range of issues, and conducts valuation studies. With a background in agriculture, Jacob takes a special research interest in property, environmental, and natural resource topics.
Susane Leguizamon, PhD
P: 916-501-4083
Susane brings analytical skills and experience to help distill quantitative evidence to improve your case. With a PhD in economics from West Virginia University, Susane is a tenured associate professor of economics. She regularly publishes and presents research on regional and urban development, household dynamics, and discrimination. Susane provides expert testimony on a range of cases and can help your organization better understand the market forces at work around you.
Benjamin McMichael, JD, PhD
Benjamin uses tools of law and economics to provide thoughtful, solid empirical analysis that can improve discussions and decision making. With a JD and PhD in law and economics from Vanderbilt University, Benjamin is a tenure-track assistant professor of law. Benjamin has special expertise in matters relating to healthcare and insurance markets, making him an excellent professional to bring insight to your case or organization on matters such as medical malpractice and wrongful death.