Our experts provides services to defense attorneys and prosecutors in a variety of areas of criminal law.
Criminal Law Cases
- Competence to Stand Trial
- Criminal Responsibility (insanity defense)
- Competency to Waive Miranda Rights
- Mitigation (downward departure)
- Violence Risk Assessments
- Psychosexual Evaluations / Sexual Risk Assessments
- Sexually Violent Predators
- Capital Sentencing
- Involuntary Commitment and Treatment
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Consultation
Juvenile Law Cases
- Competence to Stand Trial
- Assessment of Violence and Sexual Risk
- Sexual Behavior Assessment
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Consultation
Our team has extensive experience delivering child and adolescent psychological evaluations for a variety of government and private organizations. These include, but are not limited to, the Department of Juvenile Justice, ChildNet, Communities Connected for Kids, and the Court.
Our experts are highly skilled in conducting civil law evaluations, with a particular focus on family law cases. Dr. Colet approaches every evaluation with objectivity, thoroughness, and a methodical process.
Civil Law Cases
- Personal / Emotional Injury
- Psychological Factors in Physical Trauma
- Independent Medical Examinations (IME)
- Immigration
- Guardianship
- Civil Commitment
- Pre/Post Adoption Evaluation
- Mental Competency Examinations
- Psychological Autopsy – Assessment of Suicide
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Consultation
Family Law Cases
- Parental Capacity Assessments​
- Social Investigations
- Psychological Evaluations
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Consultation
In civil court cases, a forensic psychologist in Gainesville, Florida, plays a vital role in assessing emotional factors related to personal injury claims and evaluating plaintiffs in workers’ compensation cases. They also conduct competency evaluations for individuals before or after executing wills, establishing power of attorney, or setting up guardianship for those who are incapacitated. These assessments often involve neuropsychological evaluations to gain a comprehensive understanding of the person’s cognitive and emotional health.
Psychological consultations in family court differ, as the forensic psychologist is ethically committed to safeguarding the best interests of the children involved. Whether approached by either parent, agencies like ChildNet or Community Connected for Kids, or the court itself, the psychologist offers essential consultation and assessment services.
One of the most common tasks for these psychologists is to conduct custody and visitation evaluations to determine the most suitable custody arrangements for the children. These evaluations typically involve assessing potential abuse risks, ensuring that the children’s safety and well-being remain the top priority.
Expert Witness Testimony In Criminal, Civil, And Family Law
Our team has delivered expert witness testimony across a broad spectrum of criminal, civil, and family law cases. In addition, she has significant experience collaborating with attorneys on different aspects of these legal matters.