EXPERT WITNESS TRAINING

Helping expert witnesses
understand their
role and duties as
an independent
expert witness

Whether you are brand new to acting in an expert witness role or have been an expert witness before, our Expert Witness Training Program gives you the skills and knowledge to fulfil your duties with confidence and clarity.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Training for experts,
regardless of field
or witness experience.

A six week course, open to all starting and established expert witnesses, who have been asked to act as an expert witness in legal proceedings.

Expert Witness Training Program

Reviews from other experts

6 weeks (recommended) 

Can complete over a period of 12 months if required

25 Hours on average

Allowing 2.5 hours per module

$1210

inc. GST

10 Modules

Normal price is $1430

Ensure you are ready to meet the challenge of acting as an expert witness head-on

Many experts – while highly skilled in their field – find acting as an expert witness complex and sometimes intimidating. With the right preparation, you can ensure you are ready to meet the challenge of acting as an expert witness head-on.

Ensure you are ready to meet the challenge of acting as an expert witness.

Many experts – while highly skilled in their field – find acting as an expert witness complex and sometimes intimidating. With the right preparation, you can ensure you are ready to meet the challenge of acting as an expert witness head-on.

Format and Delivery

100% self-paced and delivered to fit around your other commitments

Ask questions

Explore real-life scenarios

Submit expert report samples for review and feedback

This experience will yield invaluable insights you can apply when you are instructed to act as an expert witness.

Expert Witness Training Program

Reviews from other experts

6 weeks (recommended) 

Can complete over a period of 12 months if required

25 Hours on average

Allowing 2.5 hours per module

$1210

inc. GST

10 Modules

Normal price is $1430
inc. GST

Format and Delivery

100% self-paced and delivered to fit around your other commitments

Join live calls with instructors and experts

Ask questions

Explore real-life scenarios

Submit expert report samples for review and feedback

This experience will yield invaluable insights you can apply when you are instructed to act as an expert witness.

course benefits

Why do this course?

course structure

The training program

This coursework comprises eleven modules covering three major topics: expert witness fundamentals, report writing and appearing in court.

Module 1

Introduction

Understand the legal framework for expert evidence, how to define your specialised knowledge and why you should be an expert witness.

Module 2

Experts and lawyers working together

Step through the process of expert engagement and the roles of both the expert and the solicitor in a matter.

Module 3

Experts working together

Learn how to work with other experts through joint expert reports, expert conclaves, and concurrent evidence.

Module 4

Fundamental concepts for expert witnesses

Get a grasp of the concepts of legal professional privilege, and expert witness immunity.

Module 1

Letters of instruction

Understand the purpose of the letter of instruction and the types of questions you might be asked in a letter of instruction.

Module 2

Assumptions and reasoning

Learn about the nature of assumptions, why they are important and how you can best demonstrate your reasoning when forming your expert opinion.

Module 3

Writing great expert reports

Familiarise yourself with your audience, and explore the essential elements of great expert reports.

Module 4

Structuring your report

Step through the structure of your report using the ExpertsDirect report template.

Module 1

Giving evidence in court

Become acquainted with the nuances of going to, and giving evidence in court.

Module 2

Surviving cross-examination

Learn how to prepare for cross-examination with guidance and tips from a former barister.

YOUR INSTRUCTORS

Learn from the experts in expert evidence

This program has been developed by two of ExpertsDirect’s most experienced leaders, Erica Taylor and Rhett Walton.

Rhett Walton

Former Barrister,
EXPERTSDIRECT

Erica Taylor

L&D Consultant,
EXPERTSDIRECT

Testimonials

$1210

(inc. GST)

Limited time only

Normal price is $1430

(inc. GST)

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