Description
As an expert witness involved in civil proceedings in England and Wales, you need to understand the basics of law and legal procedure. This helps you work effectively and confidently, and to comply with mandatory requirements.
You’ll look at the practical implications of the Civil Procedure Rules, legislation, guidance and judicial comment on the roles and responsibilities of experts.
If you wish to count this course towards the Cardiff University Bond Solon Civil Expert Witness Certificate, please note that (if not already paid) an additional marking and accreditation fee will apply. Please call 020 7549 2549 for details.
What you will learn
By the end of Civil Law and Procedure for Expert Witnesses, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the civil court structure in England and Wales
- Describe the civil litigation process in England and Wales
- Identify the stages in the civil litigation process in England and Wales which involve the expert witness
- Apply the legal duties of the expert witness to the court in a civil litigation scenario
- Apply the procedural rules applicable to an expert witness in a civil litigation scenario