Dr. Dave Barker, BM MSc MA MAcadMEd FRCPsych

Dr. Dave Barker, BM MSc MA MAcadMEd FRCPsych is a forensic psychiatry expert specializing in neuropsychiatry and medico-legal reporting. With a career spanning forensic psychiatry, neurorehabilitation, and complex case management, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating psychiatric conditions, assessing neuropsychiatric impacts, and evaluating whether clinical practices meet established standards.

Dr. Barker has been retained in over 100 expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving forensic psychiatry and neuropsychiatry cases. His Certificate of Completed Specialist Training in Forensic Psychiatry, along with certifications in Excellence in Report Writing, Courtroom Skills, and Clinical Negligence Essentials, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving psychiatric evaluations and neuropsychiatric assessments.