INAUGURAL EXPERT WITNESS

SYMPOSIUM 2024

Cross examining essential issues for Lawyers and Expert Witnesses:
Bridging Expert perspectives from Industry to the Bench

EXPERTSDIRECT

1 Keynote Address

2 Panel Discussions

1 Mock Cross-Examination

Expert witness survey report 2024

Experts and lawyers share their views on critical issues

This survey examined the roles, experiences, challenges and perceptions in expert evidence, from the perspective of witnesses and the legal fraternity who brief them.

Symposium 2024 speaker articles

Don’t miss out on these articles from the event

Leaders in the field of law and evidence who spoke at the Inaugural Expert Witness Symposium 2024 analyse the Expert Witness Survey Report findings and share an overview on the important views on the cross-examination of experts.

Published: 10 September 2024

Dr Ian Freckelton AO KC
Expert Witness Survey Report Analysis

Published: 10 September 2024

James Glissan AM ESM KC
The cross-examination of experts – a brief overview

SYMPOSIUM 2024 WEBINARS

Recordings available here

Each session from the Inaugural Expert Witness Symposium 2024 is available on demand.

On-demand Webinar

Keynote address Dr Ian Freckelton AO KC Expert Evidence update

On-demand Webinar

Panel discussion – Briefing Experts

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On-demand Webinar

Mock Cross-examination

Coming Soon

On-demand Webinar

Panel discussion – Judicial perspectives – Views from the bench

Coming Soon

EVENT SPEAKERS

We brought together leaders in the field of law and expert witness evidence

Esteemed current and former judges, barristers and experts discussed issues surrounding the key role of the expert and that of the lawyer to facilitate reliable, informed and independent expert evidence in our courts and tribunals.

The Hon. T Bathurst AC KC

Former Chief Justice, Supreme Court of New South Wales

The Hon. Justice E A Cheeseman

Federal Court of Australia 

Dr Ian Freckelton AO KC

Keynote Speaker

Sue Chrysanthou SC

Senior Counsel, 153 Phillip Barristers

Tricia Hobson

Partner, DLA Piper

Jason BettS

Partner, Herbert Smith Freehills, Global Co-Head of Class Actions

John Walker

Executive Chairman, CASL

James Glissan AM ESM KC

HB Higgins Chambers

Dr Robert Casey

Mechanical Engineer

Prof. Johan Duflou

Consulting Forensic Pathologist, Adjunct Prof., University of Sydney

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SYMPOSIUM 2025

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event testimonials

Wow – what an incredible event! The calibre of the speakers was outstanding, with each offering invaluable insights and sharing experiences that were truly enriching.

Thank you for organising such a fantastic event, and congratulations to the team for making it such a success!”

Forensic Accounting expert

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The whole event was a highlight—truly exceptional. Every speaker and panellist was engaging and what a privilege it was to have Justice Cheeseman and former Chief Justice Bathurst present.”“

Senior Litigation Expert

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As a doctor, it was very helpful to hear feedback from lawyers. Similarly, understanding the challenges in interprofessional interactions was insightful. The cross-examination was particularly engaging and entertaining! I’d love to attend future events.”

Medical Expert Witness

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The event itself was a highlight, as there is very little training on expert witness roles.”

Construction Expert Witness

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The range of topics and viewpoints covered in such a short time was exceptional.”

Mining Expert Witness

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Ian Freckleton was absolutely outstanding. A partial focus on (1) what action various organisations might take to further help isolate and discourage experts from acting as hired guns; and (2) whether the use of court appointed experts as facilitators might improve the output of conclaves.”

Construction Expert Witness

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The keynote was terrific and something we’d love to roll out to our broader team.”

Banking and Finance Lawyer

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Thank you Richard and team, for a successful and inspiring inaugural symposium.”

Injury and Rehabilitation Expert

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“Excellent guests and content.”

Real Estate Valuation Expert

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Highlights – exceptionally well run event, highly informative, engaging and also entertaining with high calibre speakers and panel. Mock x-examination was a particular highlight! Many thanks for the efforts to bring this together.”

Mining Expert

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The mock trial was very interesting and helpful to add context to all the points discussed earlier in the program.”

Construction Expert

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Coming from an expert OT background, I really enjoyed hearing a lawyer and judge’s perspective on expert witness opinion/testimony. Definitely helped me refine how and what information I will include, or more importantly omit from my reports.”

Occupational Therapy Expert

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INAUGURAL EXPERT WITNESS

SYMPOSIUM 2024

Cross examining essential issues for Lawyers and Expert Witnesses:Bridging Expert perspectives from Industry to the Bench

1 Keynote Address​

2 Panel Discussions​

1 Mock Cross-Examination

Experts and lawyers share their views on critical issues

Don’t miss out on these articles from the event

Recordings available here

Keynote address Dr Ian Freckelton AO KC Expert Evidence update

Panel discussion – Briefing Experts

Mock Cross-examination

Panel discussion – Judicial perspectives – Views from the bench

We brought together leaders in the field of law and expert witness evidence

Former Chief Justice, Supreme Court of New South Wales​

Federal Court of Australia

Keynote Speaker​

Senior Counsel, 153 Phillip Barristers

Partner, DLA Piper

Partner, Herbert Smith Freehills, Global Co-Head of Class Actions

Executive Chairman, CASL

HB Higgins Chambers

Mechanical Engineer

Consulting Forensic Pathologist, Adjunct Prof., University of Sydney

View our extensive image gallery, capturing highlights of the day

Register your interest for our upcoming Expert Witness Symposium 2025

Wow – what an incredible event! The calibre of the speakers was outstanding, with each offering invaluable insights and sharing experiences that were truly enriching.​

Your search for a winning expert starts here

Cross examining essential issues for Lawyers and Expert Witnesses:
Bridging Expert perspectives from Industry to the Bench

1 Keynote Address

2 Panel Discussions

Former Chief Justice, Supreme Court of New South Wales

Federal Court of Australia 

Keynote Speaker

Register your interest for our upcoming
Expert Witness Symposium 2025

Wow – what an incredible event! The calibre of the speakers was outstanding, with each offering invaluable insights and sharing experiences that were truly enriching.