Part I: Conducting a Civil Proof - Technique and Practice
Event Information
Event description
Webinar by Andrew Ireland, Partner, DAC Beachcroft Scotland LLP
About this Event
Part I on Wednesday 10th February 2021, 2pm to 3.30pm - Preparing the case for proof
CPD 1.5 hours
PEAT Outcome - Professional communication
OBJECTIVES
The webinar will cover:
- What has to be done prior to the Proof by way of preparation
- Carrying it out in court i.e.
- The line of evidence
- Examination techniques & court craft
- Using productions effectively
- How to get the best out of closing submissions
- Keeping the Sheriff on your side
PARTICIPANTS
This Zoom webinar is aimed at those beginning to undertake civil proofs as well as more experienced practitioners seeking to improve their court room skills.
SPEAKER
Andrew Ireland, Solicitor-Advocate, DAC Beachcroft Scotland LLP, Solicitors. He has obtained a Diploma in the teaching of Advocacy Skills from the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, USA. Andrew has taken part as local Faculty in NITA courses run in Scotland for both the Scottish and Irish Solicitor Advocates` Societies.
