Dr. Tolbert is a Florida-licensed forensic psychologist who provides litigation consultation and expert witness services to family law attorneys across the United States and internationally. Remote consultation via phone and video makes her expertise accessible regardless of where a case is venued.
Dr. Tolbert provides forensic psychology litigation consultation and expert witness services to family law attorneys throughout the United States. Remote consultation via phone and secure video conference makes her expertise accessible regardless of where a case is venued.
Dr. Tolbert has been qualified as an expert witness in state court proceedings and is available to provide testimony in jurisdictions that admit her credentials. In-person and remote testimony are available where permitted by the court.
Behind-the-scenes litigation consultation is available to family law attorneys anywhere in the United States. All work is conducted remotely via phone and secure video, and is protected under attorney-client privilege when retained through the attorney.
Dr. Tolbert is a Florida-licensed psychologist based in Florida. In-person services are available within Florida for attorneys who require on-site work; out-of-state engagements are conducted remotely.
Important: Expert witness testimony and litigation consultation are separate, distinct engagements. Dr. Tolbert does not serve as both a testifying expert and a litigation consultant on the same case, preserving attorney-client privilege and expert objectivity.
Behind-the-scenes litigation consultation is available remotely to family law attorneys anywhere in the United States. All work is conducted via phone and secure video conference and is protected under attorney-client privilege when retained through the attorney.
Forensic psychological review and critique of custody evaluations, psychological testing, and expert reports, identifying methodological issues and areas for cross-examination.
Psychological framing of the case, development of trial themes, and strategic guidance on how to present complex mental health issues to the fact-finder.
Development of cross-examination questions for opposing experts, witness preparation support, and real-time guidance during proceedings via phone or video.
Analysis of personality disorder features, coercive control patterns, and parental alienation dynamics that frequently appear in contested custody litigation.
Interpretation and critique of psychological test results used in custody evaluations, including validity concerns and limitations of specific instruments.
Psychological analysis of trauma, abuse allegations, and protective parent dynamics in cases where custody outcomes intersect with child safety concerns.
Attorneys nationwide: Dr. Tolbert accepts remote consultation inquiries from family law attorneys throughout the United States. Contact her directly to discuss whether she can assist with a specific case.
Dr. Tolbert has provided forensic psychology consultation in international family law and custody matters. International engagements are conducted remotely via secure video conference, with scheduling adjusted for time zone differences.
Consultation on international custody disputes, including cases involving relocation across borders and jurisdictional complications that arise when parents live in different countries.
Psychological analysis in Hague Convention child abduction proceedings, including grave risk defenses, mature child objection evaluations, and parental mental health assessments.
Review and critique of psychological evaluations, expert reports, and assessment methodologies used in foreign family court proceedings and international custody litigation.
International matters may involve unique procedural and jurisdictional considerations. Attorneys and legal professionals with international cases are encouraged to contact Dr. Tolbert directly to discuss the scope of the matter and how she can assist.
For attorneys outside Florida, all consultation services are available via phone and secure video conference, with no reduction in quality, depth, or responsiveness.
The engagement begins with a confidential phone or video call to discuss the case, identify the key psychological issues, and determine how Dr. Tolbert's expertise can be most useful to the attorney's strategy. There is no obligation to retain following this call.
Once retained, Dr. Tolbert enters into a written agreement with the attorney. All communications, work product, and strategic analysis are protected under attorney-client privilege and the work product doctrine. No court order is needed to begin.
Case materials, including custody evaluation reports, psychological test records, mental health records, CPS files, and expert CVs, are transmitted securely. Dr. Tolbert reviews and analyzes all materials and provides detailed findings to the attorney.
Dr. Tolbert remains available throughout the litigation for strategy calls, deposition preparation, real-time guidance during proceedings (via phone or remote video), cross-examination question development, and case theory refinement, all conducted remotely.
In states where Dr. Tolbert has been qualified as an expert witness, testimony may be provided via video conference where permitted by the court. Out-of-state courts frequently permit remote expert testimony in family law proceedings. In-person appearances can also be arranged for cases where live testimony is required or preferred. Contact Dr. Tolbert to discuss the specific requirements of your jurisdiction.
Rate: engagement terms discussed during case review
All consultation services are billed at engagement terms discussed during case review. A retainer is required to begin. Contact Dr. Tolbert directly to discuss the scope of your case and estimated time requirements.
Attorneys nationwide and internationally are invited to contact Dr. Tolbert directly to discuss the psychological issues in their case and how her expertise can strengthen litigation strategy.
Phone: 561-429-2140 | Email: DrTolbert@ChildCustodyConsulting.com
Inquire About AvailabilityDisclaimer: Dr. Tolbert is a licensed psychologist, not an attorney. She does not provide legal advice or legal representation. Litigation consulting does not create a psychotherapist-patient relationship, and no psychotherapist-patient privilege applies to consultation services. Geographic service areas reflect current engagements and are subject to change; contact Dr. Tolbert directly to confirm availability in your jurisdiction. Full Disclaimer