Advanced workshop for expert witnesses

Description

If you are an experienced expert witness seeking to refresh your skills and stay informed about key developments in expert evidence, you should consider attending our half-day online Advanced Workshop for Expert Witnesses.

What you will learn

If you have already completed the La Touche Training Expert Witness programme, this session will provide refresher training on duties, obligations, report preparation, and court testimony, as well as updating you on recent developments in expert evidence.

Upon completion, you will be fully informed of your duties and obligations, with practical tips on report preparation, disclosure, and presenting evidence in the courts.

• The Irish legal system and courts structure overview.
• Personal Injuries Resolution Board
• Limitations of action in the civil courts.
• Disclosure of documentation and privilege.
• The role and duties of the expert witness.
• The work of the expert:
• The expert’s instructions.
• Guidelines around reports.
• The role of the single joint expert.
• The position on experts’ discussions & the joint statement.
• Expert witness evidence in the civil courts.
• Experts’ fees.
• Practical tips on presenting evidence.