This course is for contentious lawyers who want to improve their witness handling skills in court, tribunal or arbitrations.
Delegates participate in exercises, drills, and formal advocacy using a realistic case study.
Who is it for?
Perfect for contentious lawyers.
- PSC Elective accredited
Course content
Live training overview
This course is for contentious lawyers who want to improve their witness handling skills in court, tribunal or arbitrations.
Content
- Setting clear objectives for witness examinations
- Becoming a trustworthy guide towards a favourable decision
- Establishing control of the witness and keeping it
- How to make it easy for the witness and how to avoid surprises!
- Covering all the issues – a foolproof technique
- Giving the story a shape – finding the best sequence
- Using exchanged statements
- Setting helpful targets
- Putting your case
- Avoiding argument, repetition and loose questions
Outcomes
As a result of attending the course, you will be able to:
- examine witnesses with care and confidence
- lay down thorough evidential foundations for your closing speech
Format
The emphasis is on ‘learning by doing’. Delegates participate in exercises, drills, and formal advocacy using a realistic case study. They develop their preparation and advocacy skills throughout the day with support and feedback from the tutor.
Duration
6 hours
Delegates
Max 16
