Process
From instruction to court-ready report.
Every matter follows a structured process — designed to be transparent to instructing attorneys, fair to the person being assessed, and defensible before the court.
- 01
Initial enquiry & instruction
Attorney or client makes contact with the case reference, court name and date, and a short summary of the matter. I confirm capacity and any conflicts.
- 02
Quotation & engagement
A written quote is issued covering scope, fee, and timeline. On acceptance, formal instruction is recorded and intake is scheduled.
- 03
Document review
I review the charge sheet, J88 / medical reports, prior reports, SAP records and any other documentation provided to ground the assessment.
- 04
Intake interview with the offender
A structured clinical interview covering background, family, education, employment, mental and physical health, substance use, and the offence itself.
- 05
Collateral interviews
Interviews with family, partners, employers, mentors and — where appropriate and approved — the victim, to corroborate and contextualise.
- 06
Risk & rehabilitation assessment
Application of recognised assessment frameworks to evaluate risk of re-offending and realistic rehabilitation prospects.
- 07
Drafting the report
A court-ready report written in plain language, with a clear, reasoned recommendation. Draft shared with the instructing attorney where appropriate.
- 08
Submission & testimony
Final report submitted ahead of the sentencing date. I am available to attend court and testify to the findings if called.
Ready to start?
Send the matter details and the sentencing date — I'll come back with a quote and confirm timeline.
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