Court-Related Services
Expert Witness Social Work Services
Expert witness instructions in family and care proceedings.
Confidential enquiries welcomeNationwide UK serviceRemote and in-person appointments
Overview
OBK accepts expert witness instructions where the court requires specialist social work opinion on parenting, risk, attachment, or safeguarding.
Working within Family Procedure Rules Part 25, OBK provides expert reports, complies with the duties to the court, and attends to give oral evidence as required.
Who this service is for
- Solicitors instructing single or jointly-instructed experts
- Family courts and tribunals
- Local authorities seeking external expert opinion
What happens next
From your first enquiry to the final report, we keep things clear, well-paced and easy to follow. Here is what to expect:
- 1
Pre-instruction scoping
Confirmation that the proposed instruction falls within OBK's expertise.
- 2
Letter of instruction
Agreed scope, timetable and questions to be addressed.
- 3
Assessment
Direct work, document review and professional consultation as required.
- 4
Expert report
Compliant with Part 25 and the Family Justice Council guidance.
- 5
Oral evidence
Attendance at experts' meetings and court hearings.
If you are unsure whether this service is right for your situation, get in touch and we will talk it through with you. There is no obligation.
Why choose OBK
Years of experience giving evidence, clear, calm, and confident under cross-examination.
Frequently asked questions
Do you accept legal aid rates?+
Yes, OBK works within prescribed legal aid rates where applicable.
Looking for an independent assessment or report?
Speak to OBK Social Care Consultancy in confidence. We will listen, ask the right questions and explain how we can help.
Confidential enquiries welcomeNationwide UK serviceRemote and in-person appointments