Kay&Eskay Ltd
Independent Medico‑Legal Consultancy
Reports prepared for solicitors, the Court of Protection and professional deputies.
Kay&Eskay Ltd provides independent medico‑legal mental capacity assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant case law.
Reports are prepared to a high professional standard and are suitable for solicitors, Court of Protection proceedings and litigation matters.
Dr Sachdev worked as a Liaison Old Age Psychiatrist from 2013–2018 at Central North West London Foundation Trust and East London Foundation Trust. Since 2018, she has worked as a Community Old Age Consultant Psychiatrist at East London Foundation Trust.
She is a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists and has served as Faculty Executive Member of the Old Age Faculty. She currently acts as Regional Representative for the Old Age Faculty.
Testamentary capacity concerns a person’s legal ability to make, amend, or revoke a Will.
In a structured medico‑legal assessment, consideration is given to whether the individual is able to:
Assessment is undertaken with reference to established legal authority and prepared for Court scrutiny where required.
Capacity to manage financial affairs relates to a person’s ability to make decisions concerning property and assets.
In accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005, assessment considers whether the individual can:
Particular regard is given to vulnerability and the functional impact of cognitive impairment.
A Lasting Power of Attorney enables an individual to appoint one or more attorneys to act on their behalf.
Assessment considers whether the donor understands:
Evaluations are conducted in accordance with the statutory principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Litigation capacity concerns a person’s ability to conduct proceedings or instruct legal representatives.
Assessment focuses on whether the individual can:
Where capacity is lacking, the Court may appoint a Litigation Friend. Reports are structured to meet Court requirements.
Geographical Coverage: Greater London, East of England, South East, South West and Midlands.
Assessment Format: Online or in person. Home and care home visits available.
Turnaround Time: 2–3 weeks from receipt of instructions.
Fees are determined according to the complexity of the matter, the time required, and the scope of the report requested.
A clear, detailed quotation is provided in advance following review of the referral information, so that costs are understood from the outset.
Email: contact@kayandeskay.co.uk
Telephone: +44 7851131867
Privacy Notice:
Kay&Eskay Ltd acts as a Data Controller and processes personal data in accordance
with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Personal data processed may include identification details, medical records, legal documentation, expert instructions and correspondence relevant to independent medico‑legal assessments.
Lawful Basis for Processing:
Data is stored securely and retained in accordance with professional, regulatory and indemnity requirements. Information is not shared with third parties except where required for legal proceedings, regulatory obligations, or with appropriate lawful authority.
Individuals have the right to request access to their data, request rectification, request restriction of processing, or lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Medico‑Legal Disclaimer:
The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only
and does not constitute medical or legal advice.
Kay&Eskay Ltd provides independent expert medico‑legal assessments only. The company does not provide clinical treatment, therapeutic services, ongoing patient care, emergency services, or crisis support.
No doctor–patient relationship is established through viewing this website or through initial enquiry. Assessments are conducted solely upon formal instruction and reports are prepared exclusively for the instructing party for the specific legal purpose defined in that instruction.
Capacity assessments are conducted within the framework of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant case law.