Overview

🕮 Off the shelf (OTS)

The witness box is a lonely place. Many expert witnesses feel they’re on trial, standing in the dock rather than giving independent testimony to assist the court. Often, experts are unfamiliar with this environment, as few cases go to a full trial. But a poor performance can undermine confidence and credibility.

Courtroom Skills is an intensive and highly practical training day, designed for all professionals whether they are new to expert witness work or have been acting in this capacity for some time. First, we examine the theory, practice and procedure of giving evidence, demystifying the process. Lawyers’ techniques in cross-examination are examined and the trainer will impart useful hints, tips and techniques to help experts deal with cross-examination and get their evidence across effectively. Then, experts are cross-examined on a case study that they have prepared in their field of expertise. A professional trainer, who’s an experienced lawyer, gives constructive feedback on the experts' witness box presentation.

This course can count towards the Cardiff University Bond Solon (CUBS) Expert Witness Certificate.

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