Knowledge, understanding and confidence: Everything a lay witness
needs to effectively deliver their own evidence under cross examination.
Understand the court and trial process
Understand the role of a lay witness
Develop knowledge of the expectations of lay witnesses giving evidence
Develop knowledge of the characteristics of a good factual witness
Achieve recognition and awareness of common cross examination techniques
used by barristers against witnesses
Develop and implement strategies to effectively respond to such techniques
See the practical application and implementation of these during mock cross
examinations
This lay witness training course is broken down into a series of 10 short modules each covering
a series of topics relevant to lay witnesses when being cross examined in court.
Understand real strategies used in court and how to stay composed under pressure. Learn by example and gain clarity on what to expect.
Note this factual witness training does not cover the specific details of your legal claim nor the details of your evidence. We are legally and ethically prohibited from discussing this with you – that is for your legal team and we do not and cannot give legal advice.
This fact witness training is designed for anyone who may need to give evidence in court — whether soon or someday.
It's practical, scenario-based, and focused on building real confidence through understanding and preparation.
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Parties to a proceeding who are to be called to giveevidence in court
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Individual factual witnesses subpoenaed to appear to give evidence in court
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Any one who is interested in learning more about the court and evidential processes
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Law firms, barristers, counsel, attorneys and legal teams who have an upcoming trial with witnesses they need to prepare
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Companies or other organisations whose staff will be giving evidence (or likely to be giving evidence) at an upcoming hearing
$ 585
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We stand by our witness courses and can be sure of client satisfaction. All of our online courses come with our 7-day 100% money back guarantee – no questions asked. Preview before you commit – free course samples are available via the links below.
Hugh Stowe
Barrister, 5 Wentworth Chambers, Sydney
Hugh is a very experienced practising NSW barrister, having been called
to the Bar in 2000. He has a wide ranging commercial and equity practice, appearing mostly in the NSW Supreme Court and Federal Court, doing trial and appellate work.
Prior to being called to the bar, Hugh practised as a solicitor at two leading Australian firms (now King & Wood Mallesons and Herbert Smith Freehills), and was also associate to the Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Australia.
Hugh has a particular academic and practical interest in the preparation, delivery
and understanding of witness evidence and has published numerous articles on this.
He is also a qualified mediator.
Hugh regularly cross examines both expert and factual witnesses in various proceedings across numerous jurisdictions throughout Australia and is an advocacy instructor who teaches junior barristers how to cross examine witnesses.
Maya Rozner
Barrister, Dever’s List, Melbourne
Maya has over 25 years’ experience at the commercial bar appearing in applications, directions and trials in jurisdictions from VCAT to the Supreme Court of Appeal.
She enjoys a broad based commercial practice including contract disputes, equities, trusts, partnerships, mortgages and other securities as well as property disputes, building and construction. Maya also has a specialised practice in Wills and Estates disputes.
Hugh has a particular academic and practical interest in the preparation, delivery
and understanding of witness evidence and has published numerous articles on this.
He is also a qualified mediator.
Hugh regularly cross examines both expert and factual witnesses in various proceedings across numerous jurisdictions throughout Australia and is an advocacy instructor who teaches junior barristers how to cross examine witnesses.
Loquitur is committed to equipping all witnesses with the confidence, knowledge and skills to handle all aspects of the evidential process.
Our mission is to deliver specialised witness training and support across
Australia and internationally, enabling witnesses to present articulate, persuasive, effective, and compelling testimony in all legal settings, such as courts, tribunals, inquiries, and arbitrations.
Self Paced Online Courses
Develop the essential skills, knowledge and confidence to present your evidence effectively. Specially designed courses empower both expert witnesses and lay witnesses to excel in their crucial role in the legal process with clarity and credibility
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Witness Familiarisation
Prepare thoroughly for cross-examination with these live witness preparation courses specifically designed for both lay and expert witnesses, enhancing your ability to present evidence clearly and confidently in upcoming proceedings. Available live in person and live via video-call.
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Expert Witness Training
Live, bespoke and in-house training options for groups of experts and companies/organisations. Engage in tailored expert witness training to refine your employee’s skills across all aspects of the evidential process. These programs ensure expert witnesses are best placed to provide evidence, to the credit of themselves, and their organisations or employers.
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Witness Skills
Specifically designed for public servants, health professionals, local councils and emergency services personnel. This live and bespoke in house witness preparation training enhances your employee’s ability to give, collect, and prepare evidence, ensuring effectiveness in all legal contexts - including courts, subpoenas, and tribunals.
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Free Learning
Loquitur offers a free CPD training video for expert witnesses, focusing on cross-examination skills. This witness training video provides practical insights and techniques to help you deliver your testimony confidently and effectively under cross-examination. This CPD also considers ethical considerations for experts and their legal teams in expert witness preparation.
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Yes, it is. While we obviously focus on the Australian legal system, the fundamentals of evidence and cross examination are similar across many jurisdictions, including in particular other common law jurisdictions such as the US, England and Wales / UK, New Zealand, Singapore and Hong Kong, as well as international arbitrations. Witnesses from those jurisdictions will still get great benefit from undertaking the factual witness training course.
This is subject to local Rules and the Court, although arguably yes as such preparation is recoverable given that it is necessary and proper for the conduct of the litigation. Furthermore, similar courses in other common law jurisdictions (e.g. England and Wales) are also recoverable.
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