Independent social work assessments in both public and private law cases.
Comprehensive reports submitted to assist judicial decision-making.
Written Expert Witness Reports
Objective, evidence-based reports addressing specific questions posed by the instructing solicitor or the court.
Compliant with relevant legal and professional standards.
Parenting Capacity Assessments
Specialist evaluation of a parent’s ability to meet a child’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
May include analysis of attachment, trauma, or safeguarding concerns.
Risk Assessments
Expert analysis of risks posed to a child or vulnerable person, including those related to domestic abuse, neglect, substance misuse, or mental health.
Capacity to Protect Assessments
Evaluation of a caregiver’s ability and willingness to protect a child from known or suspected harm.
Voice of the Child Reports
Specialist reports that articulate the wishes, feelings, and lived experiences of the child in a legally appropriate and child-centred manner.
Special Guardianship and Kinship Care Expert Opinions
Independent expert analysis of proposed special guardianship or kinship arrangements, including placement suitability and long-term impact.
Cross-Jurisdictional Assessments
Expert advice in cases involving international or cross-border considerations, including compliance with international social work standards and the Hague Convention.
Court Attendance and Oral Evidence
Attendance at court to give oral evidence, including cross-examination and clarification of report findings.
Consultation and Expert Advice to Legal Teams
Supporting solicitors, barristers, or guardians in case planning, assessment strategies, and interpreting complex family dynamics.
Supervised Contact Observations and Reports
Expert observation and analysis of contact sessions where safety or parenting concerns exist.
Practice Review and Case File Analysis
Retrospective review of social work practice and decision-making for public inquiries, appeals, or professional conduct matters.
Chronology and Timeline Construction
Compilation and analysis of case chronologies to aid in understanding the sequence of significant events and their impact.
Professional Opinion in Allegations or Complaints Cases
Objective reports in cases where professional conduct or child protection processes are under review
