The Services

Redistricting Services

Expert redistricting map analysis and plan development for governmental entities, nonprofits, and litigation. Over 35 years of experience producing legally defensible, data-driven district maps.

Fairfax's redistricting work spans every phase of the cycle: acquiring and processing census data, developing alternative district configurations, and analyzing traditional redistricting criteria, including population deviation, compactness, minimizing political subdivisions, and respecting communities of interest. He has experience preparing expert reports, providing depositions, and testifying in federal and state court. Fairfax has developed approximately 1,000 plans, ranging from small cities to statewide legislative plans across 25 states.

• Voting Rights Act Section 2 analysis
• Traditional Redistricting Criteria analysis
• Race Predominance analysis
• Districting Master services
• Expert reports and depositions
• Expert witness testimony

Mapping Services

Custom print and online mapping built on ESRI platforms. From reference maps to complex spatial analysis, every map is crafted for clarity and precision.

We produce a wide range of map products including thematic maps, demographic maps, precinct maps, and interactive web maps. Our cartographers combine technical GIS expertise with design sensibility to create maps that communicate clearly to both technical and general audiences.

• Custom thematic and demographic maps
• Precinct and district boundary maps
• Interactive web map development
• ESRI ArcGIS platform expertise
• Print-ready and digital formats
• Map series and atlas production

Census Data Analysis

In-depth analysis of Census Bureau data products including decennial census, American Community Survey, and related datasets for planning and research.

We help clients navigate the complexity of Census data — from understanding survey methodology to extracting actionable insights. Our analysts work with the full range of Census Bureau products to support grant applications, policy research, community planning, and legal proceedings.

• Decennial census data processing
• American Community Survey analysis
• Population projections and estimates
• Demographic trend analysis
• Custom tabulations and cross-tabs
• Data visualization and reporting

Geodemographic Research

Comprehensive community profiles and market analysis combining geographic and demographic data to support strategic decision-making.

Our geodemographic research integrates spatial and demographic data to reveal patterns and opportunities that standard analysis misses. We serve nonprofits, government agencies, and businesses seeking to understand their communities, service areas, or markets in depth.

• Community needs assessments
• Service area analysis
• Market segmentation studies
• Site selection analysis
• Equity and disparity analysis
• Custom research reports

Expert Witness & Litigation Support

Experienced expert witness testimony and litigation support for voting rights cases, redistricting challenges, and related legal proceedings.

Our principal has provided expert services in over a dozen voting rights redistricting cases. Clear, defensible analyses and reports are prepared that withstand rigorous legal scrutiny and communicate complex technical findings to judges, attorneys, and opposing experts in plain language. The primary expert mapping focus is on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and race predominance analysis.

• Expert witness testimony
• Affidavit and report preparation
• Rebuttal analysis
• Section 2 & Race Predominance analysis
• Trial exhibit support
• Peer review of opposing expert reports