Forensic And Clinical
Assessments
Comprehensive assessments and reports tailored for legal, clinical, and personal support needs.
Expert Reports
Family Court Assessments & Reports
Dr Banks can conduct Court ordered assessments and reports, such as Child Impact, Short Form and Single Expert Reports. He is currently accepting fully funded and legal aid enquiries. In both the Family Law Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia, parents and children (and sometimes other family members, such as grandparents or new partners) may need to undergo a Family Report to assist the Court in determining issues regarding 'Contact and Residence' as part of any divorce/custody proceedings. Referrals should come through the Family Law Court, the Federal Circuit Court or via lawyers representing individuals. In the Children's Court, parents or caregivers and children may need to be assessed regarding possible allegations of physical, sexual or emotional abuse, or neglect of children. Adults who care for these children may also need to be involved in such assessments. Referrals should come through the NSW Children's Court Clinic, the NSW Department of Community Services or occasionally from legal representatives of the parties involved.
Expert Reports
Consulting + Forensic Report Services
Given Dr Banks' qualifications and extensive experience in the field, he is able to provide forensic psychological reporting for criminal matters, single expert reports and testimony, Immigration Review Tribunal assessments, Administrative Appeals, and other forensic psychological services. In District Court and Supreme Court matters, individuals may need to be assessed after being injured or traumatised in motor vehicle, community-based or work-related accidents. Referrals should come through the solicitor representing the person. In the Criminal Court, assessments may be required regarding a person's ability to answer charges, or to assist the Court to understand some of the reasons that led to an individual being involved in a crime, in coming to sentencing determinations. Referrals should come from the Legal Aid Commission or the lawyer or barrister involved. The Immigration Review Tribunal and/or the Administrative Appeals Tribunal can request psychological assessments to assist them in review of an individual's 'good character'. Psychological assessments are sometimes required to assist courts when Wills or Estates are being challenged. The courts may need to be provided with information about the level of need of particular family members as it determines the division of the estate. Depending on the nature of the matter, costs will vary, so we kindly ask that you contact us via the enquiry form to discuss this further.
Expert Reports
Other Assessments
We also offer a variety of other specialist psychological assessments, such as assessments of intellectual ability, giftedness, learning difficulties, emotional problems, head injuries, dementia and general personality problems. If you are uncertain about which assessment is right for you, please contact us to discuss your needs.