Councillor Margaret Kennedy, who unsuccessfully campaigned to keep Cupar Sheriff Court open, is working with solicitors to measure the impact the closure decision is having.
The Courier reported how new figures show a “disastrous” decision to close Tayside and Fife courts is putting the brakes on justice.
The Liberal Democrats released data showing Dundee, Forfar and Aberdeen sheriff courts are failing to maintain disposal targets since the closure of the courts in Cupar, Arbroath and Stonehaven.
The percentage of criminal cases dealt with within 26 weeks dropped significantly at all three remaining courts since the Scottish Court Service closed 10 buildings in May.
In Dundee, which now absorbs business from Cupar and Angus, cases dealt with on time dropped from 84% to 76.7% from June to September, compared to the same period last year.
Ms Kennedy said: “I am working locally with solicitors to understand the impact on those using the court in Dundee from a professional perspective and also their clients.
“Early discussions are indicating that there are real challenges to a smooth process.”
Cupar-based criminal lawyer Douglas Williams claimed north-east Fife was being severely prejudiced by the loss of its sheriff court.