Professional Skills Course (PSC) – Advocacy and Communication Skills (Compulsory Core Module)

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  Conduct a factual analysis of a case and develop theories as to why the client’s case should succeed

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  Conduct chambers advocacy

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  Understand trial advocacy and practise the effective examination of witnesses in chief, cross-and re-examination, and the presentation of opening and closing speeches

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  Reach the ethical and procedural standard required to properly exercise the rights of audience granted to qualified solicitors in the civil and criminal courts