This course provides an excellent and thorough introduction to the trial or hearing process for either a factual witness or an expert witness.

We familiarise the witness with the court, arbitral or tribunal process. We provide a comprehensive description of what takes place and the roles of the participants. We explain how the decision-maker will assess the credibility and reliability of witnesses and go through the main cross-examination techniques.

Using footage of actual cross-examinations, we explain and demonstrate good techniques and bad habits in giving evidence.

The witness will then benefit from cross-examination practice to suit their individual circumstances, using real life experiences which are personal to them. This means they do not have to learn artificial role plays, in which they are not invested.

Working alongside a leading barrister will be an expert communications trainer, who along with the barrister will analyse and transform the witness’ ability to give evidence, through detailed video analysis and feedback of their performance. This enhances the witness’ self-awareness and learning experience.

If the witness is going to be giving evidence remotely, we recommend conducting the training virtually too (via Zoom or Teams) as that will best replicate what the witness will experience.