Forensic psychiatric evaluations conducted to the highest legal and clinical standards.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Assessment of psychiatric injury in personal injury, workplace harassment, motor vehicle accident, and other civil litigation contexts, including causation, severity, and prognosis.
Court or tribunal-referred evaluations addressing functional capacity, disability entitlement, and treatment responsiveness in the context of government benefit or pension proceedings.
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.
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.
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.
All available collateral information — including police records, correctional records, prior psychiatric records, and witness statements — is reviewed and integrated into the clinical formulation.
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.
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.
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.
Comprehensive, objective psychiatric evaluations.
Standardized instruments supporting diagnostic clarity.
Evaluation of substance use and its functional impact.
Expert guidance for IME providers and file review.
We welcome referrals from insurers, legal counsel, employers, WCB, and government agencies.