Dr. Adhia is a triple Board-Certified Forensic Psychiatrist based in Houston, TX. He testifies nationally. He is uniquely Board-Certified in Forensic Psychiatry and Brain Injury Medicine in civil, criminal, and military jurisdictions.
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Dr. Ashai has performed numerous civil and criminal forensic psychiatric evaluations and has been qualified as an expert in the field of psychiatry in the Sacramento Superior Court. She has extensive training in the evaluation and treatment of personality...
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Dr. Ernst, PFG's founder and forensic director, specializes in PTSD, Mitigation and Resentencing, Testamentary Capacity and Undue Influence, and Employment Evaluations. He is one of a select group fewer than 40 psychologists in California who have undergone...
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Dr. Pia Quimson-Guevarra is Board-Certified in Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She has expertise in psychiatric issues that in civil litigation, employment matters, and criminal cases and has conducted...
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Dr. Martin H. Williams has offices in San Jose, Los Angeles, Orange County, Sacramento and San Diego. He has never failed to qualify as an expert in any Criminal, Civil or Administrative matter. He is an experienced psychological expert who has given...
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I am a clinical psychologist specializing in Forensic Psychology and Neuropsychology with over 10 years of experience in assessing, treating, and consulting on psychological disorders. I completed a two-year...
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Dr. Roberts has been working in the field of psychology for 49 years. He has been practicing forensic psychology and neuropsychology for 39 years and has been involved in over 4500 forensic cases. He has...
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Dr. Sipe, Board Certified in Psychiatry and Pediatrics, has an active outpatient psychotherapy and medication management practice serving adults and adolescents. He is on the clinical faculty at UCSF...
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Dr. Freedman-Harvey, a California licensed psychologist, has 30 years of forensic and courtroom experience with litigation related to cognitive impairment in older adults. (See list of selected court trials...
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Dr. Alisha Johnson is the new proprietor and lead forensic psychologist at Bernatz Experts. Dr. Johnson received her doctorate degree at Pepperdine University, and has flourished in her career at Metropolitan...
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Testamentary Capacity FAQs
What is a testamentary capacity expert witness?
A testamentary capacity expert witness is a person who is qualified to give an opinion on a person's mental capacity to make a will. The expert witness must have expertise in the area of mental health and must be able to evaluate the person's mental state at the time the will was made.
What is the role of a testamentary capacity expert witness?
A testamentary capacity expert witness provides expert opinion on a person's mental capacity to make a will or testamentary instrument.
How much can a person make as a testamentary capacity expert witness?
Testamentary capacity expert witnesses can earn anywhere from $175 to $450 or more per hour, depending on the case. Experts usually receive compensation for travel time, and more for deposition and trial testimony.
What are the qualifications of a testamentary capacity expert witness?
A testamentary capacity expert witness can evaluate an individual's mental ability to create or modify a will or trust.
What type of evidence is reviewed in a lawsuit by a testamentary capacity expert witness?
A testamentary capacity expert witness reviews evidence related to the mental capacity of the testator at the time of creating or modifying a will, including medical records, witness statements, and other relevant documents.
In what type of cases would testimony be required from a testamentary capacity expert witness?
Testimony from a testamentary capacity expert witness may be required in cases where there are disputes over the mental capacity of a testator at the time of creating or modifying a will.