Instruction & Fees

Terms of instruction

How to instruct Dr Thomas, what happens at each stage, and the basis on which fees are agreed.

How to instruct

Four straightforward steps

Enquiry

Send a brief, non-identifying outline of the matter by email. Please do not include claimant details or medical records at this stage.

Confirmation

Dr Thomas confirms suitability, timescale and the basis for fees before any work begins.

Papers

Records and papers are provided securely once instruction is confirmed.

Report

A report compliant with CPR Part 35 is prepared, typically within four weeks of complete papers.

Fees

Agreed in advance, on request

Fees and terms of instruction are available on request. Fees are agreed in advance of any work, on a basis appropriate to the matter (screening opinion, full report, or conference).

Instruction

Ready to instruct, or want to check suitability?

Send a brief outline and Dr Thomas will respond by email with next steps.