Expert Witness Journal Issue 67 June/July 2026 - Flipbook - Page 15
This means the anomalies were likely already present
and not material evidence of any tampering during
the drawing up of the contested agreement. As such,
the judge found in favour of the defendants that the
document was “authentic and binding”. This was
contrary to the conclusion of the jointly instructed
expert.
Psychiatric and Psychology Expertise
Specialists In Forensic, Clinical, Older Age, Neuropsychiatry and
Child Psychiatry and Psychology reports.
Led by Clinicians. Trusted by Courts
Summary
At MLUK we don’t just recruit the experts, we are them. Our expert witness services
deliver high-quality psychiatry and psychology reports across criminal, family, personal
injury, medical negligence and civil law cases. Our team combines clinical expertise with
a deep understanding of the legal process to provide impartial and reliable assessments
for medico-legal cases.
This case highlights that the evidence of a jointly
instructed expert will be scrutinised in the same
manner as all evidence and never blindly trusted
in court. The report will be considered alongside
the full facts of the case. Where a judge feels there
are gaps in the evidentiary basis for an expert’s
conclusions, they will point them out and may draw
the opposite conclusion.
Unlike many expert witness agencies, MLUK is founded and led by practicing consultant
forensic psychiatrists, and the work of our expert team is rooted in first-hand clinical
experience. Reports are quality-assured by these clinicians, who understand the
demands of the courtroom and the complexities of mental health.
MLUK operates as a nationwide clinical network, with psychiatrists (all section 12
approved) and psychologists based throughout the UK. We accept instructions from all
parties across the full range of legal practice. We have experts who deal with clients of
all ages, including children and older adults. We’re contacted when cases are complex,
timeframes are tight, and the stakes are high. It’s not just our name on the report, it’s our
reputation on the line.
How we can help
As practising clinicians who serve as expert witnesses, we provide psychiatric and
psychological assessments that courts rely on to answer key questions. By combining
clinical expertise with legal insight, MLUK delivers evaluations with compassion,
precision and an unwavering commitment to fairness.
Bond Solon provides training covering all the core
skills and knowledge expert witnesses require to
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are widely regarded as the industry gold standard by
instructing parties.
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Family Proceedings
First-Tier Tribunals
Capacity Issues
Housing
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Immigration & Asylum
Parole Board Hearings
Personal Injury
Employment and disability discrimination
Contact: Medico Legal UK Chambers Ltd
Telephone: 0800 689 0846
Email: info@ml-uk.co.uk
Alternate Email: info@mluk.cjsm.net
Website: www.ml-uk.co.uk
Andrew Acquier, FRICS, FNAVA
CHARTERED ARTS SURVEYOR
Mr Jim English
Consultant Gynaecologist &
Pelvic Surgeon
Andrew Acquier FRICS, FNAVA has been working as an
independent valuer since 1982, specialising in fine art and
antiques. Instructions for probate, divorce settlement, tax/asset
and insurance valuations as well as expert witness work are
regularly received from solicitors and other professionals.
LRCP&SI MB BCh BAO MD MRCOG
Jim English joined Pyper Medical Services in 2022 and is
currently preparing reports on clinical negligence in
Gyneacology for both claimants and defendants.
Andrew has many years experience of compiling reports for
litigious cases, several of which have necessitated a subsequent
court appearance as an expert witness to argue quantum.
Divorce valuations are a speciality, usually as Single Joint Expert.
He is an Associate Member of Resolution. Work is carried out
throughout the UK and abroad.
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in the management of severe endometriosis and was among the
first in the UK routinely to perform laparoscopic hysterectomies.
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Served for a total of four years as a council member for the
British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy and in 2013 organised
a joint meeting in Brighton between the British and Irish societies.
Currently sits on the board of the European Endometriosis League.
Contact Details:
Medico-legal secretary; Alayne Fawkes
Mobile: 07506 173663
Email: pms@pypermedical.co.uk
Website: www.pypermedical.co.uk
Tel: 0207 353 6440
Mobile: 07760 768 416
Email: andrew@andrewacquier.co.uk
Website: www.andrewacquier.co.uk
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