Psych Reports

At Peritus Legal Solutions, we offer psychological reports tailored for solicitors, courts, tribunals, and private individuals. Our team collaborates with experienced psychologists who specialize in conducting thorough psychological assessments and crafting detailed, authoritative reports across various legal contexts.

All our psychologists bring clinical experience from both the NHS and private sectors. Additionally, we work with forensic psychologists who have extensive experience working with offenders in custodial and community environments. This breadth of experience equips our experts with in-depth knowledge of the UK healthcare and criminal justice systems. Our forensic expertise allows us to analyze facts meticulously and deliver reports you can trust. We also recognize the importance of prompt service, ensuring a swift turnaround for every expert report we produce. Clients rely on us to act as independent expert witnesses or prepare specialist psychological reports with minimal input.

An expert witness provides an independent opinion based on the information they receive. They are selected for their relevant qualifications and/or extensive experience in a specific field, enabling them to offer informed and reliable assessments.

A psychologist is a mental health professional who uses psychotherapy and behavioral interventions to treat various mental health conditions. Unlike psychiatrists, psychologists do not prescribe medication but often work alongside them, particularly in clinical settings. Beyond clinical psychology, there are other specialized fields, such as forensic and educational psychology. Psychology is a postgraduate profession, requiring advanced training for individuals to earn the protected title of “psychologist.”

As an expert witness, a psychologist provides insights and opinions in legal cases, including criminal trials, personal injury claims, and family law matters. After meeting with a solicitor’s client or reviewing their medical records, the psychologist may address key questions like:

• Did the claimant experience psychological harm due to an accident or illness caused by the defendant's negligence?
• Is an employee suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder following alleged bullying or sexual misconduct?
• What is the impact of removing a child from their family during care proceedings?
• Was a defendant in criminal proceedings suggestible or compliant?
• Does the defendant or claimant have an intellectual impairment?
• Could the individual’s prognosis improve with psychological therapy or counseling?
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This list highlights just a few of the many ways psychologists act as expert witnesses in legal contexts. For further information, please contact us at  instructions@perituslegalsolutions.com .

Forensic psychology focuses on assessing and managing criminal behavior. Forensic psychologists are often asked to determine mental capacity or assess whether someone is fit to stand trial. Their expertise also extends to advising in family law and personal injury cases.

When serving as expert witnesses, forensic psychologists must ensure that their evidence is grounded in sound research and best practices. The psychologist’s ability to offer relevant insights—and present findings clearly in writing or in court—is essential to their role.

It is crucial to select an expert witness psychologist with appropriate experience for your case and the communication skills necessary to convey their findings effectively.

At Peritus Legal Solutions, our team has extensive experience working with legal professionals. Our Principal Forensic Psychologist, Avril McAlees, has over 20 years of expertise in assessments and therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups.

Miss McAlees has provided expert testimony in Youth and Family Courts, Parole Board hearings, and Criminal Courts. She has also worked with specialized autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and learning disability (LD) services. Additionally, she has consulted for the Fire and Rescue Service and the NSPCC, offering expertise on fire-setting behaviors in children, child protection, supporting non-abusive parents, and running treatment programs.