Expert Medico-Legal Reports with Clinical Precision and Clarity

OT LEGAL LTD offers detailed and timely Occupational Therapy Legal Reports, Vocational and Employability Legal Reports, and Expert Witness Testimonies for clients all over Ireland involved in High Court cases nationally and internationally.

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Our aim

to provide clear, compassionate, and expert medico-legal reports that honour the lived experience of injury and illness, to support justice, recovery, and informed decision-making.

Fast turnaround for reports

Expert witness testimony

Gold-standard clinical expertise

National and international case experience

Transparent, high-quality, defensible reporting

Efficient case management

Detailed and timely reporting

About us
OT Legal Ltd is a leading Occupational Therapy consultancy specialising in the provision of expert medico-legal reports. With a commitment to clinical excellence, precision, and timely delivery, OT Legal provides comprehensive and impartial evaluations that assist in determining the functional impact of illness or injury on an individual’s everyday life.
Founded and led by an experienced Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of clinical and medico-legal experience, OT Legal has developed a strong reputation for integrity, detail, and professionalism. The practice delivers services across Ireland and internationally, with recent cases completed in London and Sydney.

Our core expertise

Our reports are meticulously prepared and grounded in evidence-based practice. Each assessment includes a detailed analysis of the client’s physical, cognitive, and psychological capacities, and evaluates the full extent of the impact of their illness or injury on their independence, lifestyle, and future needs.

Functional Impact Analysis

Assessing current capacity and the change in function post-injury or illness.

Loss of Lifestyle Evaluation

Exploring personal care, domestic activities, vocational potential, and leisure participation.

Rehabilitation Planning

Recommending therapies, supports, and recovery strategies tailored to individual needs.

Adaptation & Equipment Needs

Advising on home modifications, assistive technologies, vehicle adaptations, and community integration supports.

Vocational and Employability Reports

Providing clear opinion on a client’s ability to return to work or training, with recommendations for workplace accommodations and retraining if necessary.

Expert Witness Services

Offering professional testimony in court proceedings and liaising with legal teams to support the litigation process.

Our process

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Referral

We accept referrals exclusively through the client’s instructing solicitor (plaintiff or defence).

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This ensures objectivity and maintains professional boundaries. Whether the request is for a Medico-Legal Occupational Therapy Report, a Vocational Assessment Report, or Clinical Case Management Services, the referral must originate from the legal team. We do not accept referrals from clients directly. This policy safeguards against bias and ensures that all evaluations are carried out with clinical objectivity, independent of influence or partiality.

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Quotation

On request, we issue a formal quotation and our terms and conditions for the solicitor’s review and approval. These outline the scope of service, timeframes, and payment terms.

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Review of Documentation

Once the quotation is accepted, We kindly request the solicitor to forward all relevant medical reports, expert reports and supporting documents. These are reviewed in detail prior to any assessment to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the client’s background and case context.

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Assessment

A face-to-face assessment is scheduled with the client. This may take place in their home, in clinic, or in a professional meeting space, depending on the nature of the assessment and the client's needs. Assessments typically last between 2–3 hours and may include physical, cognitive, vocational, and functional components.

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Court Appearance

Fiona O'Loughlin is available to give expert witness testimony in court as required by the legal team.

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Empowering fair outcomes through clarity and care