Forensic and Geriatric Psychiatry Litigation Expert Witness
This expert is a physician specializing in forensic and geriatric psychiatry, recognized for advanced assessment techniques in psychological manipulation, particularly with elder and vulnerable adult populations. With extensive experience consulting and testifying in complex legal cases across the United States and internationally, the expert offers litigation support including consultation, detailed reports, and expert testimony. The professional maintains academic appointments and has contributed extensively to major psychiatric textbooks and legal education.
Professional Affiliations:
Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at University of Arizona College of Medicine
Consultant to Fiduciary Abuse Specialist Teams in several California counties
Founding member of Pima County Death Analysis Review Team
Former Board member of National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Doctor of Medicine
Master of Religious Studies with Rabbinic Ordination
Areas of expertise:
Competency
Emotional Distress
Emotional Trauma
Forensic Psychiatry
Geriatric Psychiatry
Pharmacology
Probate Psychiatry
Psychopharmacology
Testamentary Capacity
Undue Influence
Case Study:
Competency to Stand Trial
Contested Guardianship
Elder Financial Abuse
Homicide
Legal Malpractice
Medical Malpractice
Mental Capacity Assessment
Product Liability
Professional Misconduct
Trust Disputes
Undue Influence Claims
War Crimes
Will Contests
Wrongful Death
Certifications:
Board Certification in Psychiatry
Medical Licensure in California, Arizona, Minnesota