Bridging Medicine and Law

Legal Nurse Consulting and Life Care Planning Services for Florida Attorneys

Complex Medical Issues Require Clear Insight.

Helping Attorneys Make Informed Decisions With Confidence.

From intake to litigation support, attorneys are often faced with intricate medical records, unclear diagnoses, and questions of care standards. Melissa Sims provides clarity at the intersection of healthcare and law — helping attorneys navigate medical complexity with precision and professionalism.

Melissa Sims, RN, BSN, CLNC, CNLCP, LCP-C

Legal Nurse Consultant | Life Care Planner | Paralegal
Based in Naples, Serving All of Florida

With over two decades of legal experience and a background in hospital, clinical research, and insurance-based nursing, Melissa offers a comprehensive understanding of both litigation and healthcare systems. Her consulting services are designed to support attorneys with accurate, detailed, and timely analysis — delivered with professional objectivity.

 

Services Tailored for Legal Professionals

IME DME Nurse ObserverMedical Record Reviews & Chronologies

DME and IME Attendance

Professional presence during medical evaluations, providing objective reports for case documentation (Limited to 100-mile radius around Naples, Florida).  Learn more

 
Medical Record Reviews & Chronologies (2)

Medical Record Reviews & Chronologies

 Identification of relevant events, patterns, and deviations in care

 
Case Screening & Intake Reviews

Case Screening & Intake Reviews

Preliminary evaluation to determine alignment with medical facts

 
Drafting of Legal Documents

Drafting of Legal Documents

Support with complaints, discovery, motions, and more

 
Life Care Planning

Life Care Plans

Research-based future care plans for individuals with long-term or catastrophic injuries

 
Medical Cost Projections

Medical Cost Projections

Documentation of anticipated costs based on clinical needs and standards

 
Expert Witness Coordination

Expert Witness Coordination

Assistance in identifying, preparing, and comparing experts

 
Trial Preparation

Trial and Deposition Preparation

Analysis, summaries, and question preparation to support litigation teams

 

Medical Bill Audits

Cross-referencing billing and records for consistency and accuracy

 
Nurse Advocacy

Nurse Advocacy

Guidance for clients navigating serious health conditions and care decisions

 

Support for Plaintiff and Defense Firms

Melissa’s services are designed to assist attorneys representing either side of the courtroom:

For Plaintiff Attorneys

  • Gain a clearer picture of injuries and care needs

  • Prepare thorough documentation for negotiation or litigation

  • Access cost projection and planning services rooted in medical standards

 

For Defense Attorneys

  • Review and respond to plaintiff claims from a clinical perspective
  • Identify inconsistencies or unsupported allegations in medical documentation

  • Support preparation for depositions, mediation, or trial

 

A Reliable Resource in Complex Cases

Melissa brings:

  • A rare blend of legal and clinical insight
  • Objectivity rooted in documentation and standards of care
  • Consistent, timely communication and detailed work products

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Melissa Sims Legal Nurse Consultant LLC

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