Retaining a Forensic Psychologist: Two Clear Pathways

Every engagement begins with a defined referral question and a written agreement. Choose the pathway that fits where your case is today.

Pathway 1

Consulting Expert (Work-Product Stage)

Best for: early case assessment, settlement positioning, or evaluating whether an opposing expert's work holds up.

I review the records and any existing evaluation, then share my findings verbally in a one-hour attorney conference. No written report is produced and no third parties are contacted at this stage, so you can decide privately whether to designate me as a testifying expert.

Typical investment: flat fee from $3,500. Large record sets are quoted on review.

Pathway 2

Testifying Expert or Court-Appointed Evaluator

Best for: cases that need a written forensic report and testimony, such as bonding and attachment, parenting capacity, custody, relocation, dependency, and TPR matters.

Includes the full multi-method evaluation, a written report, and deposition or trial testimony as needed. Pathway 1 work can roll into Pathway 2 if you designate me.

Typical investment: focused evaluations fall at the lower end of the range, and comprehensive or contested matters at the higher end. See Fees & What Affects Cost.

How to Get Started

  1. Reach out. Send a brief request through the contact form, or call, with the case type, county, and any upcoming dates.
  2. Brief consultation (no fee). We discuss the referral question, the scope that fits your case, timeline, and my availability.
  3. Engagement. If we are a good fit, you receive the engagement agreement and retainer details. Scheduling and calendar reservations begin once the signed agreement and retainer are received.
  4. Work begins on the agreed timeline.
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Opinions follow the data, regardless of the retaining party. I do not provide legal advice or advocate for either side, and I do not offer custody or timesharing recommendations about a parent I have not evaluated. Forensic services are private pay and are not covered by insurance. Scott C. Rosiere, Psy.D., Florida licensed psychologist, PY 7076.

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