How to Instruct an Expert Witness in the UK

Tessa Gough Associates has been a trusted provider of expert witnesses reports for over 37 years. Since 2020, we’ve streamlined our processes to make instructing an expert witness simple, fast and efficient.

Why Choose Tessa Gough Associates for Expert Witness Services

In the fast-paced world of legal work, we understand that time is money. Our goal is to remove barriers, ensuring you receive the expert support you need, exactly when you need it.

Gone are the days of frustrating back-and-forth communications with endless different people. At Tessa Gough Associates, you receive personal, direct service from Niall or Rebecca.

We respond quickly and concisely, usually within 2 hours, to ensure you can access your chosen expert the same day, if required. Our process is designed to be efficient, saving you time and allowing you to focus on what matters most: your case.

Step-by-Step: How to Instruct an Expert Witness

Starting the process is simple. To instruct Tessa Gough Associates, follow these steps:

• ›Provide case details: Submit a brief overview of the case, required report, timelines, and a location where an in person assessment is required.
• ›Receive CVs and costs: Within 2 hours, Niall or Rebecca will send you CVs of qualified experts, estimated costs, and delivery timelines.
• ›Confirm and proceed: Choose your preferred expert and confirm the instruction. Our team ensures the process moves forward smoothly, keeping you informed at every stage.

Expanding to Meet Your Needs

Due to increased demand, Tessa Gough Associates has increased its pool of available experts by 51% since 2020.

This growth has allowed us to not just increase our availability, but also offer an expanded range of specialisms to meet your specific needs. With nationwide coverage – from Scotland to the Southwest of England – we’re equipped to handle cases across the UK and internationally.

Monthly Associate Directory

We understand the importance of the balance between specialism, experience and report turnaround time. To support you and your teams further, we publish a monthly Associate Directory that outlines key specialisms, geographical coverage, and current availability.

How to access the directory

• ›Email us at info@tessagough.co.uk and ask to be added to our monthly distribution list
• ›Download it directly from our website:

Our Range of Expert Witness Reports

Tessa Gough Associates offers a comprehensive range of services to support your case, including:

• ›Care, Aids, and Equipment Reports – Assessing the long-term costs and needs associated with past, present and future care
• ›Liability Reports – Evaluating responsibility and negligence in legal cases
• ›Loss of Service Reports – Considering the impact the death or severe impairment of a carer may have on a dependent
• ›Initial Needs Assessments – Detailing the immediate care or medical needs of the claimant
• ›General Critiques – Providing independent analysis and expert opinions on existing evidence

What next?

If you’re ready to instruct an expert witness, or if you want more information about how we can help, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team at Info@tessagough.co.uk.

Or, instruct an expert witness by contacting us via the website.

Let us take the complexity out of the process and provide you with the expert support you need to strengthen your case.