Loquitur – Witness Training
Australia’s premier expert witness training and evidence support organisation. Deliver evidence confidently.
Loquitur offers specialist courses to witnesses to help prepare them for the difficulties and stresses of giving evidence. Courses include:
- Witness familiarisation: for expert and factual witnesses who are to be cross examined as part of upcoming proceedings.
- Expert Witness Training: ongoing training for expert witnesses across all aspects of the evidential process.
- Witness Skills: ongoing training for public servants, health services staff, police, fire, ambulance, and other government departments in the giving, collection and preparing of evidence, as well as to individuals subpoenaed to give evidence to Court.
- Self-Paced Online Training for lay witnesses and expert witnesses
Training courses are available throughout Australia and internationally to assist in the provision of evidence by experts, professional witnesses and lay (factual) witnesses in all legal forums, including at court, arbitrations, inquiries and investigations.
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Our witness training
Lay witness self-paced training
Expert witness self-paced training
$1,185 (7-day 100% money back guarantee)
Master the art of drafting expert reports and delivering evidence with assurance under cross-examination. This witness training equips expert witnesses with comprehensive skills for every stage of the evidential process. Expert report writing and expert witness cross examination courses can be done separately, or bundled together in a comprehensive course.
Witness cross-examination program: Live and In House
Expert witness mastery program - Live and In House
Live, bespoke and in-house training options for groups of experts and companies/organisations. Engage in tailored expert witness training to refine your employee’s skills across all aspects of the evidential process. These programs ensure expert witnesses are best placed to provide evidence, to the credit of themselves, and their organisations or employers.
Essential witness skills training - Live and In House
Specifically designed for public servants, health professionals, local councils and emergency services personnel. This live and bespoke in house witness preparation training enhances your employee’s ability to give, collect, and prepare evidence, ensuring effectiveness in all legal contexts - including courts, subpoenas, and tribunals.
Cross-examination skills and ethics for expert witnesses
Loquitur offers a free CPD training video for expert witnesses, focusing on cross-examination skills. This witness training video provides practical insights and techniques to help you deliver your testimony confidently and effectively under cross-examination. This CPD also considers ethical considerations for experts and their legal teams in expert witness preparation.
Professional ethics CPD for legal practitioners
Loquitur offers a free CPD witness training video to all legal practitioners, focusing on legal ethics. This video covers the key concepts and ethical considerations of witness proofing, preparation, and coaching. It includes discussions on ethical practice rules, real case examples, and a mock cross-examination, offering practical guidance on ethically preparing witnesses.
Expert witness report template
Utilize our expert witness report template to create clear and professional reports. This template offers a structured guide and best practices, ensuring your documentation is consistent and credible. Ideal for both new and experienced expert witnesses.
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What is Loquitur’s mission?
Our mission is to deliver specialised witness training and support across Australia and internationally, enabling witnesses to present articulate, effective, and compelling testimony in all legal settings, such as courts, tribunals, inquiries, and arbitrations.
Who are the Loquitur Programs for
Loquitur witness preparation programs are designed for a diverse range of individuals who are involved in giving evidence in all legal settings:
- Expert Witnesses: Professionals providing specialised knowledge in legal cases.
- Factual (Lay) Witnesses: Individuals presenting firsthand accounts of what they experienced in courts, tribunals, inquiries and arbitrations.
- Public Servants and Government Employees: Including emergency services, department staff, local councils and health services staff who collect and present evidence.
- International Witnesses: Participants from around the world preparing for legal proceedings in various jurisdictions.
- Subpoenaed Witnesses: For witnesses (and their organisations) subpoenaed to give evidence in court.
Why Choose Loquitur for Witness preparation?
- Highly rated by expert and lay witnesses, solicitors, and barristers for exceptional training quality.
- Gain the skills and experience to deliver your evidence with confidence in any legal setting.
- Courses prepared by practising legal professionals ensure you receive current and relevant training.
- Training presented by practising barristers who provide real-world insights and techniques.
- Our witness preparation is fully independent and adheres to the highest ethical standards.
- Enjoy a 7-day, 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee on all online courses – for complete satisfaction.
- Hands-on practice and real-world scenarios to enhance your evidential awareness and acumen during cross examination.
- Options for self-paced online training to fit your schedule and learning preferences.
- Courses tailored for experts, professional, and lay witnesses, addressing all aspects of the evidential process.
- Witness training available throughout Australia and internationally, ensuring access to quality education no matter your location.
What our clients say about us
"A must as part of any trial prep"
JH - Partner, NSW
“All was clear and very useful. Thanks for such a useful meeting.”
NM, Lay Witness, Poland
“I liked [the] rather informal approach, we were distressed by upcoming hearings and presenter was able to calm me down”
AM, Lay Witness
“Fabulous – Really Valuable.”
MJ, Expert Witness and Company Director, QLD
“Fantastic service. We really appreciated the short turn-around time which was most impressive”
NS, Senior Associate, Sydney
"Innovative and practical"
PB - Practice Principal, NSW
“Everyone seemed to appreciate it. The role play was fun.”
AW, Expert Witness (Psychologist), Victoria
“probably the most enthused and animated I’ve seen this particular bunch for some time!”
Chief Commercial Officer, Expert Witness Agency
"Our client was successful in its defence and the witness went much better than if he had not received the witness training."
MK, Lawyer, NSW
“The training afforded good insight into the Psycho/legal nexus.”
Psychologist, Melbourne
“very professional and showcased great expertise in the expert witness space and we all gained great insight into the expert/ cross-examination process.”
Forensic Accountant, Sydney
“Overall it was extremely informative and the presenter was very knowledgeable and conveyed the information in a very easy to comprehend manner.”
Public Servant, Sydney
“It was very helpful to have this presented by a solicitor to understand the requirements of a witness (clinical or expert) and for reports, as well as their role in the process."
Health Professional, Melbourne
“The knowledge of the presenter was apparent in his delivery of the content. He was clear in his explanations and engaging throughout."
Management Executive, NSW
“No particular single highlight - overall it was extremely informative and the presenter was very knowledgeable and conveyed the information in a very easy to comprehend manner.”
Professional witness, Queensland
“The mock trial example illustrated well what the speaker was saying and it was interesting.”
Executive, Melbourne
“Clear explanations and clear slides that are easy to refer back to, covering all aspects of the expert witness process”
Expert Witness, New Zealand
FAQs
What types of witnesses can benefit from Loquitur's courses?
Our witness training courses are designed for expert witnesses, factual witnesses, public service professionals, and lay witnesses. Whether you are providing specialised knowledge or firsthand accounts, our training will help you present your evidence confidently.
How do Loquitur’s online courses work?
Our online witness preparation are self-paced and accessible anytime and anywhere, allowing you to learn at your convenience. Each witness training includes video lessons, practical exercises, and real-world scenarios to help you build the necessary skills for giving effective testimony under the pressure and stresses of cross examination.
Are Loquitur’s courses recognised by legal professionals?
Yes, our witness training is prepared by practising legal professionals and presented by practising barristers. They are highly rated by expert and lay witnesses, solicitors, and barristers, ensuring that you receive quality training that is respected in the legal community.
What if I am not satisfied with the online courses?
We offer a 7-day, 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your witness training, you can request a full refund within seven days of enrollment.
How can Loquitur’s training help me in legal proceedings?
Our witness training equips you with the skills and confidence to present clear, credible, and compelling evidence. By understanding the evidential process and practical real-world scenarios, you will be better prepared to handle the pressures and stresses of cross-examination.
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