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Independent Forensic Gang Expert Services

LWOP Media & Consulting, LLC

Independent Forensic Gang Expert Services
For California Legal Teams. Grounded in Inland Empire Insight.

LWOP Media & Consulting provides culturally grounded, lived-experience-informed expert analysis for gang-related criminal and civil matters throughout California, with specialized perspective rooted in Riverside County and the greater Inland Empire.

Flagship Service
Brett May testifying as Independent Forensic Gang Expert

Brett May — On the Stand

Independent Forensic Gang Expert Testimony

Service I.

Independent Forensic
Gang Expert (IFGE)

Starting Rate

Free Consultation

Case Review from $200/hr · Retainer $2,000

LWOP Media & Consulting provides culturally grounded, lived-experience-informed expert analysis for gang-related criminal and civil cases across California. With specialized perspective rooted in Riverside County and the greater Inland Empire, this service helps legal teams understand the realities behind labels, validations, and narratives often misinterpreted in court.

Brett May pairs firsthand knowledge of the systems at issue with disciplined case analysis, translating lived experience and cultural context into clear, litigation-ready insight for counsel.

Ideal for

Defense counsel, prosecutors, public defenders, civil rights attorneys, and legal organizations seeking culturally competent analysis, written support, or expert testimony.

Independent, impartial expert opinion

As an expert witness, Brett May approaches the facts of each matter impartially. He may be retained by either the defense or prosecution and provides a professional opinion that is unbiased, fair, and clearly communicated.

Professional services provided nationwide

  • Expert witness testimony on street gangs
  • Review of documents and evidence
  • Written reports for court or attorneys
  • Trial strategy consultation
  • Gang graffiti deciphering
  • Attorney consultation
  • Racial Justice Act support

Rate Structure

Consultation
Free
Case Review & Analysis
$200/hour
Written Declarations / Reports
$215/hour
Depositions(2-hour minimum)
$225/hour
Court Testimony(3-hour minimum)
$250/hour
Travel Time
$100/hour
Retainer(10-hour minimum)
$2,000

Attorneys expect this structure. You remain competitive while protecting your expertise.

Next step

Discuss your case with an IFGE

Begin with a confidential consultation to determine the most useful form of expert support for your matter.

For retention questions, case review, reports, testimony, and attorney consultation.

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Additional Services

The Full Scope of the Work

Beyond IFGE, LWOP Media & Consulting offers a comprehensive suite of services — each grounded in the same lived expertise and cultural authority.

We produce restorative justice aligned media that elevates truth, challenges stigma, and educates communities. Our work includes documentary content, IPV Tour episodes, and educational videos for institutions.

  • —Documentary and short form video production
  • —Filming and editing
  • —Story development and scripting
  • —On-camera interviews and narrative segments
  • —Educational media for universities and nonprofits

Pricing

Short-Form Video (3–5 min)$2,500–$5,000
Documentary-Style Segment (10–20 min)$7,500–$15,000
Full IPV Tour Episode (20–40 min)$15,000–$30,000
Editing Only$100/hour
Filming Day Rate$800/day

Pricing varies based on travel, equipment, and editing complexity. Nonprofit discounts available.

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Our trainings are trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and rooted in lived experience. They help institutions build safer, more effective, and more human-centered practices.

  • —Trauma-informed practice
  • —Restorative justice principles
  • —Identity development and transformation
  • —Violence prevention and intervention
  • —Cultural competence
  • —Victim impact and accountability

Pricing

Half-Day Workshop (up to 4 hrs)$1,500–$2,500
Full-Day Workshop (up to 8 hrs)$3,000–$5,000
Multi-Day Training SeriesCustom quote
Virtual Training$1,000–$2,000/session

Sliding scale available for community organizations and public schools.

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Brett delivers powerful, transformative talks that blend personal narrative, cultural insight, and professional expertise. His speaking engagements inspire, educate, and challenge audiences to rethink justice, identity, and healing.

  • —Keynote speeches
  • —University lectures
  • —Conference presentations
  • —Community forums
  • —Panel discussions

Pricing

Community / Nonprofit Event$500–$1,500
University / College$2,000–$5,000
Conference Keynote$5,000–$10,000
Government / Corporate$7,500–$15,000

Travel and accommodations billed separately for events outside Southern California.

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We create culturally relevant, trauma-informed curriculum for youth and adults in community or institutional settings.

  • —Identity development
  • —Emotional regulation
  • —Violence prevention
  • —Restorative justice
  • —Reentry preparation
  • —Survivor impact and accountability

Pricing

Custom Curriculum Development$3,000–$10,000
Digital Curriculum Package$500–$2,000
Facilitator Guide Creation$750–$2,500
Multi-Site Curriculum DevelopmentCustom quote

Pricing scales with organization size and project scope.

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We help organizations design, strengthen, and implement programs rooted in cultural competence, trauma-informed practice, and restorative justice.

  • —Program design and development
  • —Restorative justice implementation
  • —Youth mentorship program creation
  • —Survivor-centered practices
  • —Organizational storytelling and narrative strategy

Pricing

Hourly Consulting$200–$350/hour
Project-Based Consulting$3,000–$15,000
Ongoing Retainer$2,000–$5,000/month

Retainer clients receive priority scheduling and discounted hourly rates.

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We support community-based initiatives that promote healing, accountability, and public understanding of justice issues.

  • —Community presentations
  • —Facilitated dialogues
  • —Public education campaigns
  • —Media-based awareness initiatives

Pricing

Community Presentation$500–$1,500
Facilitated Dialogue Session$750–$2,000
Public Education CampaignCustom quote

Reduced rates available for grassroots and community-funded organizations.

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Custom Packages

Many clients benefit from bundled services. Contact us to discuss a package tailored to your organization's needs and budget.

Nonprofit & Community Rates

Sliding scale and reduced rates are available for grassroots organizations, public defenders, and community-funded programs.

Retainer Clients

Organizations engaging ongoing services receive priority scheduling, discounted rates, and dedicated strategic support.

"Every service we offer is an act of reckoning — with the system, with the record, and with what must be built in their wake."
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