Martial Arts / Mixed Martial Arts Expert Witnesses

Thomas “Tommy” Davenport, Jr., Esq., is a Martial Arts Practitioner with decades of practical experience and ongoing study in both the applied and theoretical dimensions of Self Defense and Physical Conflict. He holds a black belt in Taekwondo and a black sash in 7 Star Praying Mantis Kung Fu, and he is a former world champion in martial arts combat.

In addition to his martial arts background, Tommy is a practicing attorney and professor of law. This combination of experience uniquely positions him to evaluate self-defense and hand-to-hand combat matters through both a practical combative lens and the applicable legal doctrines that often shape such cases.

Areas of Expertise:

Litigation Support - As an expert in martial arts and self-defense, Tommy provides consulting and testimonial services in matters involving self-defense and physical confrontation. As a consultant, he assists attorneys and litigants in understanding the actions at issue, evaluating the conduct involved, and preparing to clearly and effectively present the relevant facts in deposition or court. 

Tommy assists attorneys, litigants, and triers of fact in understanding issues such as threat assessment, the mechanics of confrontation and physical altercations, justification of force, and the neutralization of threats. His analysis may include a thorough review of reports, records, medical documentation, interviews, and qualitative video evidence in order to provide a detailed and reliable assessment.