About this course
La Touche Training is pleased to announce the Expert Witness Conference 2026, taking place at the prestigious Radisson Blu Hotel, Golden Lane, Dublin 8.
This full-day conference will combine practical workshops with interactive sessions, designed specifically for expert witnesses and legal professionals seeking to advance their expertise in a collaborative learning environment.
Chaired by The Honourable Mr Justice Michael Peart, the Expert Witness conference 2026 will address the evolving challenges facing expert witnesses today. It will feature a keynote address by The Honourable Mr. Justice David Barniville, President of the High Court.
What you will learn
Keynote address by The Honourable Mr. Justice David Barniville, President of the High Court of Ireland
Recent developments in case law and development relevant to expert witnesses: James Nerney BL
The Experts Instructions including clarification on what is expected around fees: An Expert Witness’ Perspective and a Solicitor’s Perspective: Mary Cooney, Partner, William Fry & Hilary Cotter, Expert in Assistive Technology
Lucy Letby Case UK: How expert witnesses have been central to the whole case and what lessons can be learnt: Mark McDonald, Barrister for Lucy Letby
The role of artificial intelligence in investigations and the preparation of reports:Thomas Wood Director, Fast Data Science Ltd, London
The benefit of Expert Meetings Panel Discussion – lawyers and expert witnesses: The Honourable Mr. Justice Michael Peart, The Honourable Mr. Justice Bernard
Barton, Mary Cooney, Partner, William Fry, Siobhan McSweeney, Expert Witness and CEO of MCS Case Management
The expert’s report and the production of a single joint report – a Judge’s perspective: The Hon. Mr. Justice Michael Peart & The Hon. Mr. Justice Bernard Barton
Techniques for presenting evidence effectively and handling cross-examination including a cross-examination roleplay: John McLaughlin BL
Recent reviews
Well organised, good speakers, very good venue
Good speakers. especially enjoyed Mr Mark Mc Donald and the judges. food was great. suggest break at 10,30
Many thanks for an excellent course.