A Psychological Professional Corporation
Forensic Psychology and Neuropsychology Services
PsyLexis offers a comprehensive range of forensic psychological consultation services, including expert witness testimony, pre-trial consultation involving evidence and case review, and strategic support in litigation and jury matters. Our services are grounded in objective analysis, clear communication, and the highest standards of forensic integrity.
After working in correctional facilities with incarcerated individuals, Dr. Chu now assists attorneys with a wide range of issues that arise in criminal or civil cases. Her expertise in psychopathology (the relationship between mental illness and criminal behavior) helps attorneys increase their understanding of defendants' motivations and actions. Dr. Chu served as a mental health consultant in multimillion-dollar court cases.
Testimonial from a Top Lawyer:
"Dr. Chu's input in our legal cases has proven very helpful in our decision-making and overall prosecution of matters on behalf of clients."
-Paul P. Young
Attorney at Law
California Private Investigator #27573
Certified Fraud Examiner (ACFE)
If you are an attorney, schedule your consultation session to receive invaluable insights and recommendations to augment your case strategies and understand the impact a skilled forensic psychologist can have on your case. We review all cases and require a consultation before determining whether we can take your case. We provide forensic psychological services to the law firm, which is our client. We do not represent the litigant.
A 30-minute ($250) or 50-minute consultation ($500) can be booked as a telephone call or a virtual session.
In addition to the fee schedule set forth below, Dr. Chu may consider alternative fee arrangements depending on the particular agency, law firm, or court. Such a determination will be made on a case-by-case basis and requires a contractual agreement between both parties.
CONSULTATION SERVICES
$350 per hour - Medical Record Review
COURT TESTIMONY FEES
Service Rate
Deposition Testimony: $650 per hour, with a 2-hour minimum. The minimum includes 1 hour of preparation and 1 hour of deposition testimony. Additional time is billed at $650 per hour.
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Court Testimony (Half-Day): $2,000 flat fee (up to 4 hours).
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Court Testimony (Full-Day): $4,000 flat fee (up to 8 hours).
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Additional Court Testimony: $700 per hour beyond the applicable flat-fee time.
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Travel Time: $550 per hour, plus reasonable travel expenses.
Advance Payment:
Full payment of all estimated fees is due at least ten (10) business days prior to the scheduled deposition or court appearance. Services will not be confirmed or rendered until payment has been received in full.
TRAVEL FEES
ServiceRate
$160 per hour - Road Travel
$550 up to 5 hours and $1,100 up to 10 hours for Air Travel
PAYMENT POLICY
Please send the check to the following address:
5000 Birch Street, West Tower, Suite 3000, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Please make the check payable to PsyLexis. If the check is not received prior to the deposition, we will need to receive the check number and a scanned image of the check before the deposition date in order to proceed with the deposition. Our Tax ID is 41-3336386.
CANCELLATION POLICY
We require 7 calendar days prior to all forensic psychological services, including deposition, forensic interviews, or rescheduled testing appointments, in the written notice. Any time after 7 calendar days is subject to the full applicable fee. No-shows, late cancellations, and failed appointments are charged the same fee (full applicable fee).
EXPERT OPINION DISCLAIMER
Please note that Dr. Chu functions as an evaluator and consultant regardless of the fee or referral source. Evaluations are conducted in an unbiased, ethical, and professional manner. Consequently, the findings and recommendations may not always reflect the preferred outcome of counsel or the retaining party. No promises or guarantees have been made, expressed, or implied regarding the evaluation’s results.