For Attorneys
Forensic Evaluation and Case Consultation
Most referrals start with a brief call or email. Share the referral question and any deadline, and you'll hear back within one business day. The initial case discussion is free.
Free
initial case discussion
10–14 days
typical report turnaround
In person or remote
Short Hills office or secure video
1 business day
response to new inquiries
The Referral Process
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01
Initial contact
Share the matter, referral question, and any deadline so conflicts and fit can be screened. This first discussion is free.
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02
Retainer agreement
If the matter is accepted, scope, fees, and terms are documented before work begins.
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Case review
Relevant records and background materials are reviewed as appropriate to the engagement.
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Evaluation
Conducted directly with the individual being assessed, in person or by secure video.
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Report and testimony
A written report is delivered, with testimony available if the case proceeds to hearing.
Please do not send records or detailed health information through the website form. Instructions for submitting records are provided after the initial discussion.
Turnaround Time
Most reports are delivered within 10–14 days after the evaluation is completed. Expedited reports are available for time-sensitive hearing and filing deadlines at an additional fee. If you have a known court date, share it at the outset so timing can be confirmed before the retainer is signed.
In-Person and Remote Evaluations
Evaluations are available in person at the Short Hills office or remotely by secure video, where appropriate to the referral question. Remote evaluations make it easier to schedule examinees across New Jersey and beyond.
What to Have Ready
To help screen your case quickly, please share:
- The referral question and type of proceeding
- Hearing, filing, or submission deadlines
- The examinee's preferred language
- Whether the examinee is detained
- What records are available (do not send records until requested)
Retainer & Fees
All forensic evaluations begin with a signed retainer agreement. Fees are billed hourly against the retainer and cover record review, evaluation, and report preparation; expert testimony at deposition or trial is billed separately.
Because scope varies by case type and complexity, fee quotes are provided during the free initial case discussion. If a case requires work beyond the initial retainer, an additional retainer is requested before work continues.
Ready to refer a case?
The first conversation is free. You'll hear back within one business day.