At Expert Witness, we connect legal professionals with highly qualified, independent specialists across a wide range of disciplines to support criminal defence and related legal matters throughout the United Kingdom.
Our focus is on providing clear, impartial, and meticulously prepared expert testimony that meets the highest standards of quality and professional integrity, helping to achieve fair and just outcomes in every case.
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our assessments and testimonies.
Our experts bring years of experience and a professional approach to each case.
Our team consists of specialists in various fields, ensuring informed and accurate insights for every legal scenario.
We strive to be a trusted and respected provider of expert witness services within the criminal justice system. Our vision is to enhance the quality of legal representation by ensuring solicitors, barristers, and their clients have access to expert insight that is reliable, objective, and tailored to the unique demands of each case.
We believe that informed testimony can make a meaningful difference in the pursuit of justice.
Professional Expertise: We work with a network of seasoned specialists, including psychologists, psychiatrists, forensic accountants, neurologists, and other qualified professionals whose expertise is directly relevant to criminal defence cases.
Rigorous Standards: All experts are vetted for professional qualifications, regulatory registration, appropriate insurance, and enhanced DBS checks.
Responsive Service: From initial contact to delivery of reports, we prioritise responsiveness and clear communication. Our team works to provide expert profiles, costings, and expected timescales quickly so you can plan with confidence.
Tailored Matching: We take time to match your case requirements with the most suitable expert, helping ensure the quality and relevance of assessments and testimony provided.
Expert Witness offers expertise across a broad spectrum of criminal defence areas, including but not limited to:
Each expert brings specialised knowledge to support robust, court-ready reports suitable for briefs, hearings, and trial preparation.
We are fully compliant with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) rates and understand the requirements and expectations associated with legally aided expert services. For privately funded cases, we aim to offer flexible fee arrangements that respect your budget and reduce financial strain during challenging times. We will always provide transparent cost estimates, including detailed breakdowns of professional time, travel, and any additional expenses to support informed decision-making.
Our service is built on clarity, reliability, and client support:
We understand the importance of impartial and robust expert evidence in criminal defence. Every expert we work with upholds professional and ethical obligations to the court, providing objective opinion rooted in sound methodology and evidence. The reports we facilitate are crafted not just to inform, but to withstand scrutiny in the field of criminal justice and help legal professionals present the strongest possible case.