Comprehensive Expert Witness Procurement and Admin
We coordinate the preparation of psychological reports by independent clinicians for criminal, family, and civil court proceedings. We support and coordinate the process from referral through to report delivery, while the solicitor retains full control of instruction and oversight.
Criminal Court Assessments
Comprehensive psychological assessments to assist courts in criminal matters, from pre-trial evaluations to sentencing reports. All assessments follow BPS and PSI guidelines for forensic practice.
Pre-Sentencing Reports
Detailed psychological evaluation to inform sentencing decisions, including formulation of offending behaviour, relevant psychological factors, and risk assessment.
Fitness to Plead Assessments
Evaluation of cognitive and psychological capacity to participate meaningfully in trial proceedings.
Mental State at Time of Offence
Retrospective assessment of psychological state and relevant mental health factors at the time of alleged offending.
Mitigation Reports
Identification and documentation of relevant psychological factors that may be considered in mitigation of sentencing.
Report Includes
- Comprehensive written report
- Full psychometric test results
- Risk formulation
- Treatment recommendations
- Court attendance available
Family Law Reports
Specialist assessments for family law proceedings, prepared in accordance with Children First guidelines and with the best interests of the child as the paramount consideration.
Section 32 Reports (Voice of the Child)
Expert assessment capturing the child's views, wishes, and feelings for court consideration in custody and access matters.
Section 47 Reports
Court-directed comprehensive family assessments examining all relevant factors affecting children's welfare and best interests.
Custody & Access Evaluations
Detailed assessment of parental capacity, attachment relationships, and recommendations for living and contact arrangements.
Parental Alienation Assessment
Evaluation of family dynamics where alienating behaviours are alleged, with evidence-based recommendations.
Report Includes
- Child-focused report
- Family observation records
- Attachment assessment
- Clear recommendations
- Case conference attendance
Actuarial Services & Litigation Support
Independent actuarial assessments for civil litigation, providing detailed calculation of financial loss, pension value adjustments, and long-term future care costs. Clear, easy-to-follow reports.
Forensic Actuarial Reports
Independent actuarial assessments for civil litigation, providing detailed calculation of financial loss, pension value adjustments, and long-term future care costs. Clear, easy-to-follow reports.
Personal Injury & Fatal Accident Claims
Comprehensive evaluation of financial harm resulting from accident, trauma, or negligence, with full calculation of past and future loss of earnings.
Periodic Payment Orders (PPOs)
Specialist assessment and valuation of structured, ongoing payments for catastrophic injury cases, aligned with Irish High Court standards.
Pension Adjustment Orders (PAOs)
Evidence-based valuation of pension entitlements in family law, divorce, and separation cases, ensuring precise division of marital financial assets.
Financial Redress & Loss of Earnings
Detailed costing and capitalisation of financial damages resulting from unfair dismissal, breach of contract, or commercial disputes.
Report Includes
- Detailed actuarial report
- Loss of earnings calculation
- Pension valuation
- Future care costings
- Clear, easy-to-follow presentation
Forensic Risk Assessments
Systematic risk evaluations using internationally validated structured professional judgement tools, providing defensible opinions on risk of violence, sexual offending, and self-harm.
Violence Risk Assessment
Evaluation using HCR-20v3 and related instruments to assess risk of future violence and identify risk management strategies.
Sexual Offence Risk Assessment
Specialist assessment using SVR-20, RSVP, or other validated tools for individuals convicted of or alleged to have committed sexual offences.
Suicide & Self-Harm Risk
Comprehensive assessment of suicide risk factors, protective factors, and recommendations for risk management.
Stalking Risk Assessment
Evaluation of stalking behaviour risk using SAM or equivalent structured approaches.
Report Includes
- Structured risk report
- Risk scenarios
- Management recommendations
- Monitoring indicators
- Review timeframes
Harmful Sexual Behaviour Assessments
Specialist psychological assessments for children and adolescents (under 18) displaying harmful sexual behaviours, conducted in line with Children First guidelines, Tusla protocols, and evidence-based frameworks to support safeguarding and welfare decisions.
Comprehensive HSB Assessment
Holistic, trauma-informed evaluation to understand the young person's behaviours, developmental context, and underlying factors, distinguishing harmful from age-appropriate sexual development.
Risk & Protective Factors Evaluation
Structured assessment using validated tools (e.g., AIM3, J-SOAP II, or equivalent) to identify risk scenarios, protective elements, and management strategies.
Formulation & Intervention Planning
Evidence-based formulation linking behaviours to history, with tailored recommendations for therapeutic interventions, family support, and safety planning.
Family & Systemic Assessment
Inclusion of caregiver interviews and family dynamics where appropriate to inform multi-agency responses and best-interest outcomes.
Report Includes
- Comprehensive written report
- Behaviour classification (e.g., Brook Traffic Light Tool)
- Risk formulation & scenarios
- Strengths-based protective factors
- Detailed intervention & support recommendations
- Multi-agency guidance
Workplace & Employment
Specialist psychological assessments for employment-related matters, including harassment claims, discrimination cases, and fitness to work evaluations.
Harassment Impact Assessment
Evaluation of psychological impact of workplace harassment or bullying, with causation opinion and treatment recommendations.
Discrimination Psychological Impact
Assessment of psychological harm resulting from alleged discrimination, with diagnosis and prognosis.
Fitness to Work Evaluation
Independent assessment of psychological fitness to continue in or return to employment role.
Reasonable Adjustments
Recommendations for workplace accommodations to support employees with psychological conditions.
Report Includes
- Employment tribunal report
- Psychological diagnosis
- Causation analysis
- Prognosis & treatment
- Workplace recommendations
Not Sure Which Assessment You Need?
Contact us to discuss your case. We provide initial consultations without obligation to help determine the most appropriate assessment approach.