Our experts provides services to defense attorneys and prosecutors in a variety of areas of criminal law.
Criminal Law Cases
- Competence to Stand Trial
- Criminal Responsibility (insanity defense)
- Competency to Waive Miranda Rights
- Mitigation (downward departure)
- Violence Risk Assessments
- Psychosexual Evaluations / Sexual Risk Assessments
- Sexually Violent Predators
- Capital Sentencing
- Involuntary Commitment and Treatment
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Consultation
Juvenile Law Cases
- Competence to Stand Trial
- Assessment of Violence and Sexual Risk
- Sexual Behavior Assessment
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Consultation
Our professionals possess extensive expertise in conducting psychological assessments for children and adolescents across multiple government and private organizations. This includes, but is not limited to, the Department of Juvenile Justice, ChildNet, Communities Connected for Kids, and the court system.
Our specialists are also highly skilled in civil law assessments, with a focus on family law evaluations. Dr. Colet ensures each evaluation is thorough, systematic, and unbiased.
Civil Law Cases
- Personal / Emotional Injury
- Psychological Factors in Physical Trauma
- Independent Medical Examinations (IME)
- Immigration
- Guardianship
- Civil Commitment
- Pre/Post Adoption Evaluation
- Mental Competency Examinations
- Psychological Autopsy – Assessment of Suicide
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Consultation
Family Law Cases
- Parental Capacity Assessments
- Social Investigations
- Psychological Evaluations
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Consultation
In civil court, forensic psychologists are key players in evaluating emotional components in personal injury claims, assessing individuals involved in workers’ compensation cases, and conducting competency evaluations related to wills, powers of attorney, or establishing guardianship for incapacitated persons.
In family court, psychological consultations differ as the well-being of children becomes the priority. Psychologists may be called upon by parents, child welfare agencies (such as ChildNet or Community Connected for Kids), or the court itself to offer assessment and consultation services.
These professionals often conduct evaluations concerning custody and visitation, determining the most appropriate arrangements for the children. Additionally, they may assess risk factors for potential abuse as part of their evaluation process.
Expert Witness Testimony In Criminal, Civil, And Family Law
Our team has provided expert witness testimony across a wide range of criminal, civil, and family law cases.
Additionally, she brings extensive experience working alongside attorneys in diverse criminal, civil, and family law matters.