Instructions and Fees

Instruction Process

To formally instruct me or to check my availability and conduct a conflict check, please contact me via email or telephone. I aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.

Step 1: Initial Enquiry and Conflict Check

When making an initial enquiry, please provide:

• The names of all parties involved in the case
• The date of the event
• NHS Trust and hospital where care was provided
• Whether you are instructing on behalf of the Claimant, Defendant, or jointly
• The type of report required (screening, full CPR 35, or NHS Resolution ENS)

I will confirm availability and conduct a thorough conflict check. If there is no conflict and I am available, I will provide an estimate of fees and timescale.

Step 2: Formal Instruction

Once a conflict check is complete and you wish to proceed, formal instruction should include:

• Letter of instruction setting out the questions to be answered
• Complete set of medical records (with pagination and index where possible)
• Relevant trust policies, guidelines, and protocols in force at the time
• Any witness statements (if available)
• Expert reports from other disciplines (if available and relevant)

Upon receipt of formal instruction and documentation, I will confirm acceptance and provide a formal fee and delivery timescale indicating if this has altered from the estimate already given.

Step 3: Report Preparation and Delivery

I will thoroughly review all documentation and prepare a comprehensive report. Draft reports can be provided if requested. The final report will be delivered electronically in PDF format.

I am available for further commenting, clarification, supplementary reports, joint discussions with opposing experts, conferences with Counsel, and Court attendance as required.

Fees and Terms

My fees are competitive and reflect my experience and expertise. A full fee structure and terms of engagement are available upon request.

Hourly Rates

• Report Writing & Document Review: £250 per hour
• Conference with Counsel: £250 per hour
• Travel Time: £125 per hour

Fixed Fees

• Screening Report: Fixed fee available upon request (typically based on volume of records)

Court Attendance

• Court Attendance (per day): £2,000
• Cancellation Fees: Apply for court attendance cancelled within 2 weeks of the trial date.

All fees are subject to VAT. Payment terms are 45 days from date of invoice, or upon settlement of the case (deferred payment) by prior agreement only.

Report Turnaround Times

I understand the importance of timely delivery and aim to work to your deadlines wherever possible. Estimated turnaround times from receipt of full documentation are as follows:

• Screening Reports: 4 weeks
• CPR 35 Compliant Full Reports: 10-12 weeks (depending on complexity and volume of records)
• NHS Resolution ENS Reports: As agreed (typically within tight deadlines set by the scheme)
• Professional Regulation Reports (NMC): 10-12 weeks (depending on complexity and volume of records)
• Supplementary Reports: 4 weeks

Urgent Instructions: I may be able to accommodate urgent instructions subject to availability and may charge an expedited fee. Please discuss urgent timelines at the point of initial enquiry.

Ready to Instruct?

Contact me to check availability and discuss your case requirements.