Live Online – 25 September 2024
- Legal Knowledge/Skills
The training will be in the form of trainer presentations, full group discussions and case study examples.
Delegates will create a framework for working with and challenging experts.
Innovative ideas and tactical approaches will also be discussed.
- What to Look for in an Expert;
- What should be in an Expert’s Report?;
- Investigation Techniques;
- Disclosure Issues;
- Admissibility Challenges;
- Evidential Issues – Use of the Criminal Procedure Rules (CPR);
- Cross-Examination Tips; and
- “How to Win Your Case without Going into Court!”.
Some experience in the field of Criminal Law is required.
No pre-course work is required for this course.
- Review your firm’s approved list of experts;
- Create a pro-forma checklist to improve selection of experts;
- Develop a ready-made structure for challenging opponent’s experts; and
- Reflect upon personal performance.
| A3 | Work within the limits of their competence and the supervision which they need; |
| A4 | Draw on a sufficient detailed knowledge and understanding of their field(s) of work and role in order to practise effectively; |
| A5 | Apply understanding, critical thinking and analysis to solve problems; |
| B1 | Obtain relevant facts; |
| B2 | Undertake legal research; |
| B5 | Undertake effective spoken and written advocacy; |
| B7 | Plan, manage and progress legal cases and transactions; |
| C3 | Establish and maintain effective and professional relations with other people. |