Preparing for Court Cases
This session explains adversarial and inquisitorial legal processes, detailing key procedures and roles. It emphasises preparing for testimony, providing clear evidence, and handling cross-examination techniques.
Description
Introductions / safe space
Explain how both the adversarial and inquisitorial processes work
Explain the key procedures, order of events and roles of those involved
Explain why and how to prepare for giving evidence
Identify skills in providing clear, honest and objective evidence
Explain the appropriate use of supporting evidence
Have knowledge of techniques lawyers use in cross examination and how to handle them
Key learning / action plan
Building your emotional resilience / wellbeing activity