Unlike traditional commercial agencies, we operate on a not-for-profit basis. Any fees generated through our expert witness referral services are reinvested into improving our network, supporting member firms, and expanding access to professional services within the family justice system.

Our mission is to support legal professionals and the families they represent; not to create unnecessary layers of cost.

Not a traditional agency – No middleman payment structure

Many expert agencies operate as intermediaries, requiring all payments to pass through the agency itself. This often means:

• Higher overall costs
• Additional administration
• Agency mark-ups that increase the expert’s fee
• Delays in payment processing

We do things differently.

We simply charge a fixed, minimal referral fee directly to the expert upon instruction. That means:

• The law firm or litigant in person contracts directly with the expert
• There are no agency mark-ups added to the expert’s invoice
• Payments do not need to pass through us
• Administrative complexity is reduced

For law firms, this removes concerns about agency commission structures or hidden costs. As there are no agency fees added to the expert’s invoice, solicitors are often more willing to instruct.

For experts, it avoids percentage deductions from their professional fees. Our fee is a modest, fixed charge per confirmed referral, not an ongoing commission or a large percentage of your invoice.

For everyone involved, it typically works out more cost-effective.

Our streamlined approach to expert witness services ensures clarity from the outset.

Why our model works for experts

Traditional agencies can significantly increase the cost of expert witness work for solicitors due to their fees. Some agencies may also reduce an expert’s take-home fee through commission structures or administrative deductions. Our structure is designed to be fairer and more sustainable.

With our expert witness referral services, experts benefit from:

• Direct contractual relationships with solicitors
• No percentage commission on invoices
• Greater control over fees and payment terms
• Increased likelihood of instruction due to lower overall case costs
• Transparent, minimal referral charges

It is true that, under our model, the expert remains responsible for handling their own administration, including issuing invoices and following up on payment where necessary. However, many experienced experts prefer this level of control rather than losing a substantial portion of their fee to an agency.

In short, you retain your full professional autonomy while paying only a modest referral fee per lead.

Supporting legal professionals across family law

We work with a wide range of legal professionals, including:

• Family law solicitors
• Barristers
• Direct access counsel
• Local authorities
• Children’s guardians
• Case managers involved in complex care and private law proceedings

We understand the importance of:

• Compliance with Part 25 of the Family Procedure Rules
• Clear timescales
• Transparent fee structures
• Experts experienced in giving evidence

When you need to instruct an expert, our network allows you to move quickly while maintaining high professional standards.

The types of experts we accept

We welcome and work with a broad range of family law experts, including:

• Consultant psychiatrists
• Clinical psychologists
• Educational psychologists
• Independent social workers
• Paediatricians
• General medical practitioners
• Substance misuse specialists
• Domestic abuse specialists
• Risk assessors
• Cultural experts
• Immigration and country experts
• Forensic accountants (for financial remedy matters)
• Pension on divorce experts
• Property valuers
• Occupational therapists
• Speech and language therapists
• Neurologists
• Neuropsychologists
• Capacity assessors

If you provide professional input relevant to family proceedings, we are happy to consider your inclusion within our expert witness referral services network.

All experts must demonstrate appropriate qualifications, professional registration, relevant experience, and familiarity with court reporting requirements.

A transparent, professional process

Our referral process is simple:

1. A law firm contacts us with details of the case and the required discipline.
2. We identify suitable experts from our network and put the firm into contact with the expert.
3. The firm instructs the expert directly.
4. We charge the expert a minimal, fixed referral fee.

There is no ongoing commission, no percentage deductions, and no complicated billing arrangements.

Join Our Network or Make a Referral

If you are a solicitor, barrister or case manager seeking reliable expert witness services, we can assist.

If you are an experienced expert working within family law and would like to receive referrals without the high commission structures associated with traditional agencies, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Our expert witness referral services are built on transparency, fairness and a shared commitment to the family justice system.

Contact Expert Family Law today to discuss how we can support your next instruction.