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Forensic Service

Court Mandated Assessments

Forensic psychiatric evaluations conducted to the highest legal and clinical standards.

Court Mandated Assessments

Court-mandated psychiatric assessments require a psychiatrist with specialized expertise in both clinical psychiatry and forensic methodology. Our assessments are conducted with strict adherence to legal requirements, professional standards, and the duties owed to the court — providing judges, lawyers, and tribunals with clear, balanced, and evidence-based psychiatric opinions.

Every report is prepared by Dr. Saligheh — a Canadian-trained psychiatrist with specialized expertise in occupational and medico-legal psychiatry, including experience with the Canadian Armed Forces and Workers' Compensation Board — and is grounded in current diagnostic standards, evidence-based practice, and a clear understanding of the medico-legal context.

  • Objective, evidence-based clinical opinion
  • Clear, well-structured reports tailored to legal standards
  • Timely turnaround without compromising quality
  • Professional communication with all referring parties
  • Available for expert testimony and addenda as required

Who We Serve

  • Criminal defence and Crown counsel
  • Civil litigation attorneys (plaintiff and defence)
  • Family law practitioners
  • Administrative tribunals and review boards
  • Judges and judicial officers
  • Correctional and probation services

What We Evaluate

Fitness to Stand Trial

Evaluation of an individual's current mental state and capacity to understand legal proceedings, instruct counsel, and participate meaningfully in their own defence, in accordance with applicable legal standards.

Criminal Responsibility

Assessment of whether a mental disorder, at the time of the alleged offence, impaired the individual's capacity to appreciate the nature or wrongfulness of their act, providing opinion relevant to not criminally responsible (NCR) determinations.

Civil Competency

Evaluation of an individual's capacity to make decisions in civil contexts — including testamentary capacity, capacity to manage financial affairs, and informed consent to treatment.

Risk Assessment

Structured professional judgement of the risk of future violence, self-harm, or harm to others, using validated forensic risk assessment instruments in conjunction with clinical formulation.

Psychiatric Injury in Civil Litigation

Assessment of psychiatric injury in personal injury, workplace harassment, motor vehicle accident, and other civil litigation contexts, including causation, severity, and prognosis.

Disability & Pension Assessments

Court or tribunal-referred evaluations addressing functional capacity, disability entitlement, and treatment responsiveness in the context of government benefit or pension proceedings.

How It Works

Our assessment process is designed to be thorough, efficient, and responsive to the needs of referring organizations. We maintain clear communication throughout and deliver reports within agreed timelines.

01

Court Order or Legal Referral

Assessments are initiated on the basis of a court order, consent order, or formal referral from legal counsel. We review all relevant court documentation, medical records, and legal materials prior to the assessment.

02

Forensic Interview

A structured forensic interview is conducted in accordance with applicable professional guidelines. The purpose, limits of confidentiality, and nature of the assessment are clearly explained to the examinee at the outset.

03

Collateral Information

All available collateral information — including police records, correctional records, prior psychiatric records, and witness statements — is reviewed and integrated into the clinical formulation.

04

Forensic Report

A comprehensive forensic psychiatric report is prepared, addressing the specific legal questions posed by the court or referring party. Reports are structured to meet admissibility standards and are written for a legally sophisticated audience.

05

Expert Testimony

We are available to provide expert evidence in court, tribunal, or arbitration proceedings, and to respond to cross-examination in a thorough, composed, and evidence-based manner.

Dr. Saligheh, MD

Dr. Saligheh

Canadian-trained psychiatrist with specialized expertise in occupational and medico-legal psychiatry. Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC) and Associate of the Canadian Board of Occupational Medicine (ACBOM).

Experience includes work with the Canadian Armed Forces and the Workers' Compensation Board, with expertise in complex workplace psychiatric injuries, disability, and return-to-work capacity.

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