About Us
FPS is the nation’s most extensive team of independent forensic specialists.
Our mission is simple: connect people with the expertise they need and guide them through every step with care and clarity.
As of 2024, our team includes over 180 board-certified Forensic Pathologists, Medicolegal Death Investigators, Pathologists’ Assistants, Autopsy Technicians, and Transcriptionists, with new members joining every month. We’ve assisted more than 55 offices, hundreds of law firms, and thousands of families, providing confident answers during their most critical moments. In 2023, we expanded internationally, broadening our network of professionals across the globe.
Our mission is to seamlessly connect families, agencies, and government institutions with top-tier forensic professionals through a white-glove, concierge service. We are committed to delivering unparalleled quality and care, handling the complexities so that professionals can focus on their expertise, and families can receive the answers they need during their most challenging times.
To set the national standard for accessible, compassionate, and reliable forensic pathology services, earning trust from families, partners, and institutions through unmatched clarity, advocacy, and independent truth.

FPS is the only national specialist that integrates:
- Independent forensic pathology
- Compassionate family support
- Complete logistical coordination
- Clear, plain-language guidance
- Unmatched professional standards
Our three pillars that drive every interaction:
Integrity in All Findings
Truth is delivered that is unbiased, independent, and free from outside pressure.
Compassion That Meets People Where They Are
Every case is treated as a real person, with a real story and real emotions.
Clarity Over Complexity
Complex processes feel manageable through clear explanations and guidance without jargon or assumptions.
Responsiveness Is Respect
Clients and partners experience timely, consistent communication they can rely on.
Professional Excellence
Every interaction: phone call, facility visit, autopsy, and report reflects the highest level of expertise and professionalism.
Advocacy in Action
Families and partners feel supported and guided through the entire forensic process, not just the services themselves.
Operational Mastery
Difficult logistics feel seamless and manageable, even under tight timelines.
Respect for Every Environment
Every space entered is honored with the highest level of professionalism and respect.