Enquiries

How to Instruct Me

Please contact me by email in the first instance. I will confirm whether the matter falls within my area of expertise, my current availability, and likely timescales for report preparation.

All invoices are issued by Richards Medico Legal Ltd. Fee schedules are available on request.

I accept instructions from claimant and defendant solicitors and insurers.

Response

Enquiries answered within two working days, confirming whether the matter falls within my expertise, my availability, and indicative timescales

Invoicing

All invoices issued by Richards Medico Legal Ltd

When Contacting Us

Useful Information to Include

  • Nature of the case (clinical negligence / personal injury)
  • Claimant or defendant instruction
  • Treating Trust and the relevant dates of treatment (for the conflict check)
  • Brief summary of the clinical issues
  • Approximate volume of records
  • Any court deadlines or timetable

Company Details

  • Registered name: Richards Medico Legal Limited
  • Company No. 17170094
  • Registered in England & Wales
  • ICO Registered Ref ZC130093
  • Professional indemnity insurance held for medico-legal work
  • Separate personal medical indemnity held for clinical practice
The Process

What to Expect

I aim to make the instruction process straightforward. Here is what to expect from initial enquiry through to delivery of your report.

Step 1

Initial Enquiry

Email me with a brief summary of the case. I will respond within two working days to confirm whether the matter falls within my expertise.

Step 2

Scope & Fees

I will confirm my availability, provide a fee estimate, and agree an indicative timescale before any formal instruction is accepted.

Step 3

Receipt of Papers

Once instructed, please send the letter of instruction and relevant records. I will acknowledge receipt and confirm a target delivery date.

Step 4

Report Delivery

I work to the agreed delivery date and will tell you promptly if anything arises that may affect it. I am available to address any questions of clarification following delivery.