Why instruct me for expert witness services?
I have over 16 years’ experience across all areas of maternity care, including community midwifery, homebirths, stand-alone and integrated birth centres, antenatal clinics, inpatient antenatal and postnatal wards, labour wards, telephone triage, day assessment units, and maternity triage. I also have significant experience counselling women regarding care outside of guidance (care against medical advice) and mode-of-birth decision-making.
Current Clinical Practice
I am a currently practising midwife and maintain up-to-date clinical skills across all areas of midwifery, ensuring my opinions are grounded in contemporary practice. For my full professional profile, including current and previous employment and my training record for both medico-legal work and clinical practice, please see my professional profile page.
Expert Experience
I have over five years’ experience providing expert midwifery opinions for medico-legal cases, delivering clear, balanced, and well-reasoned reports. I have also worked as a trainer and mentor for new expert witnesses.
Efficient Turnaround
I pride myself on providing high-quality objective reports within agreed timeframes, supporting solicitors and the Court with reliable and prompt delivery. Expedited reports available on request subject to availability.
Services Available
Limited Screening Reports
Full CPR Compliant Reports
Early Notification Scheme Reports
Professional Regulatory Reports
Pro-Bono Assessments (limited)
Report Turnaround Times
I fully appreciate the importance of timely delivery for my clients; an estimate of time from receipt of full documentation to report delivery are as follows:
LSR: 2 weeks
CPR Full Report: 4 weeks
ENS: By agreement, typically 2 weeks
PRR / supplementary reports: 4 weeks
Fees and Terms
My fees are designed to offer excellent value, reflecting both my professional expertise and the care I put into every report. You can explore a clear, itemised breakdown of costs using the link below.
Subject to availability, I may be able to complete reports sooner than the advertised timeframe. An expedited service is available at a premium rate. Please indicate in your enquiry if you require earlier delivery.
Communication
I am committed to delivering a consistently high‑quality service, underpinned by clear communication and transparency at every stage. My approach ensures that you remain fully informed throughout the entire process, achieving a collaborative and client-focused experience.
What Previous Clients Say
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MS Teams
With prior appointment, I am happy to meet with you on MS Teams or other video conferencing platforms by arrangement.
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