FORENSIC & COURT
Court-Ordered Evaluations
Comprehensive psychological assessments tailored to the specific needs of the court — for cases involving criminal, civil, or family law matters.
Since 2016
Serving the Bay Area
4.6 ★
Rating on Zocdoc
Family · Civil · Criminal
Courts Served
1,000+
Families Served
OVERVIEW
Tailored to the specific needs of the court.
Our services include consulting, psychological testing, assessment, collaboration, report writing, and other mandatory clerical services related to court-ordered evaluations. Evaluations are tailored to meet the specific needs of the court and offer detailed psychological assessments for cases involving criminal, civil, or family law matters.
Our expert clinicians deliver swift and thorough reports, along with testimony when needed, ensuring that legal professionals and our clients receive the highest level of mental health expertise and attention.
YOUR EVALUATORS
Meet the forensic team
Dr. Richard Heafey
Psy.D. · MFT · M.A. · License #30807
Licensed clinical psychologist with training in clinical, counseling, and forensic psychology, working across therapy, assessment, and court-related matters to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges through connection and heart.
Dr. Jordan Hazzard
Psy.D. · License #35403
Clinical psychologist specializing in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, working with adults and older adolescents. Provides psychological testing, clinical supervision, and teaching alongside his practice.
Our Expertise
Case types we handle
We accept court-ordered evaluations across criminal, civil, family, and administrative matters. Scope and methodology are always tailored to the court's specific questions.
Criminal
Sentence mitigation
Competency & capacity hearings
Mental health diversion (PC 1001.36)
Civil
Personal injury / TBI
SSI / SSDI applications
Probate matters
Licensure revocation
Family
Child custody evaluations
Juvenile dependency (DFCS/CPS)
Parenting plans
Admin & Accommodations
Professional board (BAR, MCAT, LSAT, MPRE, EPPP)
Academic accommodations
Workplace ADA accommodations
WHY LEGAL PROFESSIONALS CHOOSE US
The Unfold difference.
Swift, thorough reports
Our clinicians deliver on the court's timeline without compromising depth, clarity, or evidentiary rigor.
Tailored to the court's questions
Every evaluation is scoped and structured around the specific questions the court is asking — not a generic report template.
Testimony when required
We appear as expert witnesses when needed, prepared to defend our findings under direct and cross-examination.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you also provide testimony?
Yes. When needed, we appear as expert witnesses to defend our findings under examination. See our Expert Witness page for details on our testimony services and fee structure.
What types of cases warrant a court-ordered evaluation?
Court-ordered evaluations span criminal (sentence mitigation, competency, PC 1001.36 mental health diversion), civil (personal injury, SSI/SSDI, probate, licensure revocation), family law (custody, juvenile dependency, parenting plans), and administrative matters (professional board exams, ADA accommodations). If the court has ordered an evaluation, we handle it from start to finish.
How much does a court-ordered evaluation cost?
Court-ordered evaluations start at $7,500+. Final pricing depends on scope, complexity, and the specific directives of the court order. We recommend contacting us for a quote, so we can provide accurate pricing based on your case.
Can any part of the evaluation be conducted via telehealth?
While a small portion of the evaluation process can occur via telehealth, most of it must be conducted in person. This method ensures the direct observation and in-person assessment that the court relies on.
How long does a court-ordered evaluation take?
Timelines are highly dependent on case details, court orders, and the nature of the referral. We’ll provide a realistic timeline at intake so you can plan around court dates and deadlines.
MORE WAYS WE CAN HELP
Related services
Child Custody Evaluations
Forensic Psych Evaluations
Expert Witness
LOCATIONS
Four Bay Area offices
Plus telehealth throughout California.
We are proud to provide inclusive care for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Ready to take the next step?
Book a free 15-minute consultation. We'll listen, answer your questions, and help you figure out the right path forward.
Or Text Us at (650) 993-9321