Expert Witness: an introduction

Course

Date & Time

10 May 2027 - 13 May 2027
09:30 – 12:30 BST

Location

Online

Price

Member early booking: £645 + VAT
Member: £715 + VAT
Standard: £965 + VAT

Early booking discount

Available until one month prior

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This course, delivered as four half-day sessions, provides a comprehensive introduction to the roles and responsibilities of an Expert Witness. The practical training also focuses on the preparation and presentation of the Expert Witness' report and the essential skills for courtroom readiness.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, attendees should be able to:

Comprehend the requirements for performing as an Expert Witness
Articulate terms of engagement
Outline the necessary knowledge and actions prior to report writing
Deal with witness statements
Analyse strategies for fact-finding, early evaluation, and pre-trial advice
Interpret and apply codes of practice for Experts
Navigate procedures and anticipate challenges in Expert meetings
Implement effective methods for securing payment

Intended for

Senior engineers/Team leader/Manager
Business leader/Director (inc SMEs)
Academic/Researcher
Other built environment professionals and engineers

The Academy of Experts is the professional society and accrediting body for Expert Witnesses of all disciplines. It is independently run by Experts for Experts and those using them. The training is conducted by a team of experienced tutors. Although their disciplines are all very different, they all have practical experience of working as Expert Witnesses and mediators or instructing them.

Contact

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