Professional Witness Training

Pauline Spencer

The NTRC is proud to present their latest training course which offers a practical guide to understanding court proceedings and the skills necessary to be an effective witness.

Each course is strictly limited to 8 delegates and places are filling up fast.

To book your place(s) please go to the training and support section of the website.

Giving evidence can be an anxiety provoking experience and yet professionals from all disciplines are now more frequently having to attend court as witnesses. Few however, receive training on how to give evidence.

Good evidence is essential to success in a court case. Too many cases are lost in circumstances where legal arguments are good but the supporting evidence is poor. This not only incurs huge financial losses but can also severely affect staff morale.

This one-day course presents a practical guide to understanding court proceedings and the skills necessary to be an effective witness. Enhancing witness performance, thereby increasing their confidence and credibility, which maximises the likelihood of a successful result in court.

This intensive and highly practical day provides a real experiential learning opportunity facilitated by Charles Holt a freelance advocate for both the local authority and private firms. Charles has had a comprehensive legal career undertaking most aspects of both criminal and civil proceedings. For the last ten years, as a solicitor and barrister, he has concentrated on criminal work undertaking both prosecuting and defence advocacy in Magistrates Courts, Crown Courts and Courts Martial. Whilst working part-time for a Local Authority he has developed an expertise in the defence and prosecution of ASBO cases and has also prosecuted other aspects of ASB work including closure orders and injunctions under the Local Government Act.

Course Aim

Participants will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence to accurately record evidence and effectively present evidence in court.

By the end of the course participants will

√ Improve the content, structure and style of their reports, pocket notebooks and statements

√ Know how to plan and prepare to give evidence in court

√ Know the different court procedures and personalities

√ Be able to manage cross examination effectively

√ Be able to give a clear, confident and professional presentation of their testimony in court.

Can you afford to miss this opportunity?

Each course is strictly limited to 8 delegates and places are filling up fast.

This training can be tailored to meet industry specific requirements.

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