Expert Witness Courses
Our courses are specially designed to ensure evidence is delivered by experts in the most effective way possible.
We do this through the provision of practical methods and strategies to provide evidence, and our rigorous practical training sessions provide a unique practical opportunity in which these skills can be implemented.
Courses can be taught individually, although are generally taught in groups, particularly for experts within one area of specialisation, expertise or profession.
Where appropriate and ethical, group courses are tailored to the specific subject area expertise of the relevant expert or experts, and are generally customised specifically to suit training needs.
All courses are conducted by experienced practising barristers.
We can run courses both in person throughout Australia and internationally, remotely by video, and in a hybrid manner.
Our specialised expert witness courses will benefit expert witnesses across all areas of expertise looking to improve the manner in which their evidence is delivered in all jurisdictions and legal forums.
All courses can be taught as one-off sessions, or as part of a series.
Generally courses for expert witnesses count toward the relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements for experts, subject to the rules of the various professional bodies.
Trusted by law firms, witnesses and experts throughout Australia and globally
"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
Expert witness training – The basics
- General introductory course for expert witnesses
- Group training session for experts in a specific area of expertise
- Typically taught over one hour to a professional body, employer etc
- Suitable for all expert witnesses, although particularly useful for:
- Aspiring expert witnesses
- Specialists and professionals with limited experience as an expert witness looking to understand more about the expert witness process
- Practising expert witnesses looking to refresh or maintain their ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements
- Content:
- Role of an expert
- Expert witness rules and obligations
- The court process
- Case law and examples
Please see this brochure for more information on this introductory expert witness training course
Expert witness training – Report writing
- More detailed training focussing on the writing of expert reports
- Group training session for experts in a specific area of expertise
- One hour, half day and full day courses available
- Suitable for all expert witnesses, although particularly useful for:
- Specialists and professionals with limited experience as an expert witness looking to understand wishing to understand more about the report writing process
- Practising expert witnesses looking to refresh or maintain their ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements
- Content:
- Assessing expert evidence
- The report and content
- Privilege and effects
- Taking instructions
- Drafting the report
- Please contact us to obtain a quote.
Please see this brochure for more information on this expert witness report writing course.
Expert witness training – Cross examination Foundations
- Focus on the delivery of evidence at court and in other judicial/quasi-judicial settings
- Half day and full day group sessions
- Suitable for all expert witnesses, although particularly useful for:
- Aspiring expert witnesses
- Specialists and professionals with limited experience as an expert witness looking to understand more about the cross examination process
- Expert witnesses with limited court-room or cross examination experience but looking to develop this
- Expert witnesses with some cross-examination experience but looking to “refresh” or hone their skills
- Practising expert witnesses looking to refresh or maintain their ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements
- Content:
- The giving of expert testimony under cross examination
- Barrister preparation to cross examine experts
- How experts should prepare for cross-examination
- Cross examination techniques
- Witness strategies to deliver evidence effectively under cross examination
- A series of short mock cross examinations
Please see this brochure for more information on this expert witness cross examination training course
Intensive mock-cross examinations - Practical
- Following from “Foundations” course above
- Intensive sessions in smaller groups with one of our barrister-trainers
- Recommended group size: 2-3 experts
- Taught over half day or full day
- Suitable for all expert witnesses, although particularly useful for:
- Expert witnesses with limited court-room or cross examination experience but looking to develop this
- Expert witnesses with some cross-examination experience but looking to “refresh” or hone their skills
- Practising expert witnesses looking to refresh or maintain their skills
- All experts wishing to obtain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements
- Targeted to those people more likely to be giving evidence – e.g. those on the cusp of becoming experts, or existing experts wanting further training
- Would be cross examined on materials specifically prepared and relevant to their area of expertise
- Content
- Mock cross examination session – 1 attendee cross examined, while others watch
- Videoed, reviewed, critiqued and analysed with instructor and group
- Repeat with initial attendee and with other attendees
- These can be done virtually or in person
- Costs vary depending on the duration of the course and level of preparation required. This can be discussed as part of any quote. Please contact us to discuss
Please see this brochure for more information on this practical expert witness training course on cross examination
Upcoming Public Sessions
From time to time, we offer our expert witness training sessions to members of the public under our Expert Witness Training – Public Intensive 1-day Course.
The aim of this course is to provide detailed understanding, knowledge and experience to expert witnesses on the provision of expert evidence in courts, tribunals and other legal and quasi-legal forums.
Taught over one day, it covers:
Expert Report Writing:
- Understand the purpose of an expert report
- Know how to effectively take instructions
- Report content, structuring and drafting
- Know what solicitors and barristers look for in their own expert’s, and opposing expert’s, reports
- Analyse opposing expert reports, and how opposing experts will analyse your report
Cross Examination:
- Understand the purpose of cross examination
- Know what solicitors and barristers look for in their own, and opposing expert witness testimony
- Knowledge of cross examination techniques and methods – both theoretical and practical
- Develop and apply strategies to effectively deliver evidence under cross examination
- Practical understanding of the provision of evidence under cross examination
It is suitable for all experts across all experience levels.
For more information please see this brochure.
We are presently offering the following upcoming public training sessions:
| Expert Witness Training – Full Day Intensive (Report Writing and Cross Examination) Tuesday, 17 October 2023
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Bespoke training to suit your needs
- Various other forms of training to suit all needs are available on request. These include:
- Mock trials
- In-house CPD training for staff
- Mentoring of expert witnesses
- Review of written reports – by recommended third party partners
- Bespoke and customised training for all organisations
- Contact us to learn more.
Please contact us if you would like any further information these courses.
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