Dr. Sara J. Schreiber, PhD, D-ABFT-FT
Forensic Toxicologist, Educator, and Consultant
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Professional Summary
Dr. Sara J. Schreiber, PhD, D-ABFT-FT is a forensic toxicology expert specializing in controlled substance analysis and medicolegal death investigation. With a career encompassing senior roles in governmental forensic institutions and academia, she brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating toxicological data, assessing laboratory methods, and evaluating whether forensic practices meet accreditation standards.
Dr. Schreiber has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving criminal and civil cases related to drug and alcohol findings. Her Doctor of Philosophy in Forensic Toxicology and Chemistry, along with her Diplomate certification from the American Board of Forensic Toxicology, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving postmortem toxicology and opioid-related toxicology.
Work Experience
Riley Welch LaPorte & Associates Forensic Laboratories — Forensic Toxicologist and Consultant | 2025–Present Wisconsin Lutheran College — Assistant Professor – Criminal Justice Program Chair | 2023–Present Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office — Forensic Technical Director | 2013–2023 Wisconsin State Crime Laboratory – Milwaukee — Forensic Toxicologist, Advanced | 2010–2013 Wisconsin State Crime Laboratory – Milwaukee — Forensic Toxicologist, Senior | 2001–2010 Wisconsin State Crime Laboratory - Milwaukee — Forensic Scientist – Drug Identification | 2000–2001
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Best Descriptor
Dr. Schreiber is a forensic toxicologist specializing in the analysis of drugs and alcohol in legal contexts.
Best Use Cases
- 1criminal cases involving substance abuse
- 2civil litigation related to toxicology
- 3consultation on forensic laboratory standards
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Doctor of Philosophy in Forensic Toxicology and Chemistry
Oklahoma State University · 2023
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration, Forensic Toxicology
University of Florida · 2017
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Minor in Biology
Drake University · 1999