We provide Expert Witness Reports that are suitable for court proceedings, offering independent and impartial assessments. This involves:
- Conducting interviews and assessments to gather relevant information.
- Examining medical records, care and support plans, and other relevant documentation.
- Writing detailed, unbiased and objective reports that comply with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) Part 35.
- Attending court and tribunal hearings to provide oral evidence and answer questions from legal representatives.
Expert witness reports can be necessary for a range of reasons including:
- Preparing reports for SEND tribunals, addressing issues such as a child or young person's special educational needs and the recommended provision of support.
- Assessing an individual's Mental Capacity to make specific decisions, such as those relating to health and social care matters, finance, education, residence or litigation.
- Determining what is in the best interests of an individual who has been assessed not to have the capacity to make a particular decision.
- Assessing an individual's needs for care and support, including identifying the type and level of support required.
We aim to provide a positive experience, that is sensitively planned and promptly undertaken to put the individual concerned and their families at ease. If you require an Expert Witness Report, please feel free to get in touch.