Est. 2026 · Accepting instructions soon
We find the evidence a case turns on.
A forensic and legal expert practice. We go deep on the evidence —
reconstructing, reviewing, and locating the facts on which a matter turns.
Practice areas
Forensic and legal expert services
SolveAssist provides instructed expert services across the lifecycle of a dispute — from initial evidence preservation through analysis, expert report preparation, and courtroom testimony. The practice operates within the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) Part 35 framework and adheres to ACPO/NPCC principles for digital forensics. All work is conducted with independence, transparency, and a complete chain of custody.
01 / Forensic computing
Digital forensics & imaging
Forensic imaging of devices and media using write-blocking hardware, verified by cryptographic hashes (SHA-256, SHA-512). Analysis includes filesystem examination, deleted-file recovery, timeline reconstruction, and user activity analysis. All work documented under ACPO/NPCC principles with a complete audit trail.
- Forensic imaging with write-blocking and hash verification
- Filesystem analysis and deleted-file recovery
- Timeline reconstruction and user activity analysis
- Memory and volatile state capture
02 / Evidence reconstruction
Evidence reconstruction & analysis
Reconstruction of events from digital artifacts — email headers, file metadata, system logs, network captures, and cloud service records. Analysis of metadata integrity, detection of tampering, and correlation of independent sources to build a defensible narrative of what occurred and when.
- Email and communication metadata examination
- File system timestamp and metadata analysis
- Log correlation and event reconstruction
- Tamper detection and integrity verification
03 / Expert testimony
Expert witness reports & testimony
Preparation of CPR Part 35 compliant expert reports, with independent methodology clearly documented. Attendance at court to give oral evidence, and assistance to counsel during cross-examination. Reports are written to address the specific legal issues and to survive challenge under cross-examination.
- CPR Part 35 compliant expert reports
- Independent methodology documentation
- Court attendance and oral testimony
- Assistance to counsel during proceedings
04 / Litigation support
Litigation support & case strategy
Case strategy consulting from the outset of a dispute. E-disclosure review, structured data analysis, and forensic methodology consulting for in-house and external legal teams. Assistance with pre-action correspondence, court-ordered disclosure, and the practical aspects of managing large volumes of digital evidence.
- E-disclosure and structured data review
- Forensic methodology consulting
- Pre-action strategy and evidence assessment
- Disclosure management and verification
How the practice works
Methodology and engagement framework
Every engagement follows a structured framework designed to preserve evidential integrity from the moment of instruction through to final testimony. The methodology is documented, repeatable, and subject to independent scrutiny at every stage.
Initial assessment & scoping
Initial case discussion at no charge to assess whether the matter is suitable for expert evidence, what the instructing party needs to prove, and what materials are available. A written scope of work is prepared before any work begins.
Evidence preservation
Where physical devices or cloud services are involved, the first priority is preservation — forensic imaging with write-blocking, hash verification, and a documented chain of custody from the point of acquisition. Nothing is examined on the original media.
Analysis & reconstruction
Work is conducted on verified copies. Analysis follows the ACPO/NPCC principles: no action taken that changes original data where possible; where access is necessary, the process is auditable and repeatable; an audit trail is maintained throughout.
Report preparation
Expert reports are prepared in compliance with CPR Part 35, with methodology documented, assumptions stated, and the expert's independence made clear. Reports are written to be intelligible to a court while technically precise enough to withstand cross-examination.
Court testimony & support
Attendance at court to give oral evidence, with the expert's methodology and findings subject to cross-examination. Assistance to counsel in preparing for cross-examination of opposing experts, where the instruction permits.
Practice principles
Independence, transparency, and evidential integrity
The duty of an expert witness is to the court — not to the party that instructs them. These principles are not optional; they are the foundation on which all expert evidence rests.
Duty to the court
An expert witness's primary duty is to assist the court on matters within their expertise, regardless of whether that assistance helps or harms the party that instructed them. This duty overrides any obligation to the client. Reports must set out the substance of all material instructions, and must not omit anything that would materially mislead the court.
Independence and objectivity
Expert work is conducted independently. The expert does not tailor their opinion to the client's case. Where the evidence does not support the client's position, the expert says so clearly and in writing. The role is to analyse evidence, not to advocate.
Evidential integrity
All work is conducted on verified copies of original evidence, with a complete chain of custody maintained from acquisition through to final report. Methodology is documented so that another competent expert could review the work and reach the same conclusion. Nothing is altered on original media.
Legal framework compliance
All work complies with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) Part 35, the Criminal Procedure Rules where applicable, and the relevant guidelines on expert evidence. The practice maintains professional indemnity insurance and is aware of the legal consequences of providing misleading or incomplete evidence.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about engaging a forensic expert, the instruction process, and what to expect during a proceeding.
How is the practice instructed?
SolveAssist is instructed through solicitors or in-house legal teams. An initial case discussion is conducted at no charge to assess suitability, scope, and whether the matter requires expert evidence or another approach. If the matter proceeds, a written engagement letter is issued setting out the scope of work, fees, and the expert's duties to the court.
What does a forensic expert engagement cost?
Costs depend on the complexity and volume of evidence involved. An initial assessment is conducted at no charge. If the matter proceeds, fees are quoted in writing before work begins. Typical engagements range from initial assessment through to full report and testimony. The instructing party is responsible for fees as agreed in the engagement letter.
What happens if the evidence doesn't support the case?
The expert's duty is to the court, not to the party that instructs them. If the evidence does not support the client's position, the expert says so clearly and in writing. The expert cannot and will not tailor their opinion to support a case that the evidence does not support. The client and their solicitor are informed of adverse findings as soon as they are identified.
What jurisdictions does the practice cover?
The practice is based in England and Wales and operates within the legal framework of England and Wales (CPR Part 35, the Criminal Procedure Rules, and associated guidance). Work in other jurisdictions is undertaken where the instructing party has obtained appropriate local legal advice and the court permits an expert from another jurisdiction.
SolveAssist is a forensic and legal expert practice based in the United Kingdom. All work is conducted under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) Part 35 framework and the ACPO/NPCC principles for digital forensics. The expert's primary duty is to the court. Nothing on this site constitutes legal advice.
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