JOHN F. DOHERTY, Ed.D
Education standard of care, school liability, child/youth-serving agency consultant and expert witness.
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Professional Summary
JOHN F. DOHERTY, Ed.D is an education standard of care and school liability expert specializing in child and youth-serving agency consulting and expert witness services. With a career spanning roles as a school superintendent, principal, and human resources administrator, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving school safety and liability issues. His work centers on investigating school safety protocols, assessing compliance with educational standards, and evaluating whether negligent supervision occurred.
Mr. Doherty has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Massachusetts and New Hampshire, involving cases related to school liability, special education, and student safety. His Doctorate in Education Leadership from Seton Hall University, along with certifications as a Superintendent and Principal in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving education law, negligent supervision, and school administration.
Work Experience
John F. Doherty has been an Expert Witness at School Liability Expert Group in Lambertville, NJ since 2021. He previously held various positions at Reading Public Schools, MA, including Superintendent of Schools from 2009 to 2021, Assistant Superintendent of Schools from 2005 to 2009, and Principal at Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School from 1995 to 2005. His career in education began as a Grade 9/10 Biology Teacher at Austin Preparatory School, Reading, MA, from 1983 to 1987.
Expert Intelligence
Best Descriptor
John F. Doherty is a leading expert in school liability and education standard of care, providing expert witness services and consultation for legal cases involving educational institutions.
Best Use Cases
- 1Expert testimony in school liability cases
- 2Consultation on education law compliance
- 3Analysis of school safety protocols
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Doctorate in Education Leadership
Seton Hall University · 2009
Master’s in Education in Curriculum and Instruction, Supervision and Leadership
University of Massachusetts at Lowell · 1991
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and Science Education
University of Massachusetts at Lowell · 1983
Teaching Licensure program in PreK-12 Education
Brandeis University · 1982
Doctorate in Education Leadership
SETON HALL UNIVERSITY, EXECUTIVE EDD PROGRAM · 2009
Licenses
- Teaching Licensure PreK-12 Education, Brandeis University