Expert Witness services
Through UCL Consultants, organisations and legal teams can access independent, court‑experienced academic experts to support litigation, arbitration and dispute resolution.
Our expert witnesses bring deep subject knowledge, analytical rigour and independence to complex technical and scientific matters.
UCL academics have acted as expert witnesses across a wide range of legal contexts, providing clear, evidence‑based opinions that stand up to scrutiny. We work with instructing lawyers and organisations to identify the right expert, define the scope of instruction and ensure work is delivered to the required legal and procedural standards.
How we support expert witness work
Our experts regularly support matters including patent and intellectual property disputes, civil litigation and forensic testing, alongside a wide range of other technical and scientific cases in the UK.
Identification and appointment of experts
We identify suitable UCL academics with the relevant subject expertise, professional standing and experience to act as independent expert witnesses.
Independent analysis and opinion
Experts undertake objective assessment, testing or review of evidence, providing reasoned opinions grounded in their academic and professional expertise.
Expert reports and documentation
Preparation of written expert reports that meet court requirements and procedural rules, with clear explanation of methods, assumptions and conclusions.
Technical and scientific disputes
Expert witness support across areas including (but not limited to) forensic science, engineering, health and life sciences, data and statistics, intellectual property and the built environment.
Examples of our work
Expert witness support in complex DNA evidence cases
UCL’s Professor David Balding has acted as an expert witness in criminal justice proceedings, providing statistical evaluation of complex and degraded DNA evidence.
Discover how we can help you
If you are seeking an independent expert witness or would like to discuss a potential instruction, contact us to explore how we can help identify the right expertise and shape a robust engagement.
info@uclconsultants.com